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Alport

Settlement in Montgomeryshire

Wales

Alport

Montgomery Waters A shirt sponsor for Hereford _ FC and even more involved in Shrewsbury Town. Dominates Church Stoke when seen from the hills.
Montgomery Waters Credit: Richard Webb

Alport is a small village located in Montgomeryshire, Powys, Wales. Situated in the picturesque countryside, it offers a tranquil and scenic setting for its residents. With a population of around 200 people, it retains a close-knit community feel.

The village is well-known for its rich historical heritage. The Alport Manor, a Grade II listed building, stands as an impressive landmark. The manor, dating back to the 17th century, showcases stunning architecture and is surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens. It serves as a reminder of the area's past and is frequently visited by history enthusiasts.

Nature lovers will be delighted by the natural beauty surrounding Alport. The village is nestled amidst rolling hills and lush green fields, offering breathtaking views. The nearby Clywedog Reservoir is a popular spot for fishing and boating, attracting visitors from far and wide. The surrounding countryside also provides excellent opportunities for hiking, cycling, and exploring.

Despite its small size, Alport offers a few amenities to its residents. The village boasts a cozy pub serving traditional Welsh food and a local shop for everyday necessities. For more extensive shopping and entertainment options, the nearby town of Newtown is easily accessible.

Alport, Montgomeryshire offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with a strong sense of community and a wealth of natural beauty. It is a charming village that appeals to those seeking a slower pace of life and a connection with nature.

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Montgomery Waters A shirt sponsor for Hereford _ FC and even more involved in Shrewsbury Town. Dominates Church Stoke when seen from the hills.
Montgomery Waters
A shirt sponsor for Hereford _ FC and even more involved in Shrewsbury Town. Dominates Church Stoke when seen from the hills.
Todleth Hill from Roundton Todleth and Roundton are two of the cluster of crags around Corndon, the final flourish of Wales at the end of its peninsula thrust into Shropshire. At this time of year, the slopes are all gorse, the woodlands below all new leaf and bluebells.
Todleth Hill from Roundton
Todleth and Roundton are two of the cluster of crags around Corndon, the final flourish of Wales at the end of its peninsula thrust into Shropshire. At this time of year, the slopes are all gorse, the woodlands below all new leaf and bluebells.
Churchstoke church St Nicholas church in Churchstoke.
Churchstoke church
St Nicholas church in Churchstoke.
The Court House Hotel The Court House Hotel in Churchstoke,
The Court House Hotel
The Court House Hotel in Churchstoke,
Churchstoke war memorial Churchstoke war memorial stands in the churchyard of St Nicholas church.
Churchstoke war memorial
Churchstoke war memorial stands in the churchyard of St Nicholas church.
Churchstoke entrance sign
Churchstoke entrance sign
The Lack near Churchstoke Timber framed black and white farm house. Stunning.
The Lack near Churchstoke
Timber framed black and white farm house. Stunning.
The Lack, Churchstoke, Powys A modest farm except that the house is a stunning building. That it doesn't get more attention is amazing.
The Lack, Churchstoke, Powys
A modest farm except that the house is a stunning building. That it doesn't get more attention is amazing.
Chapel on the edge of Churchstoke Smart well designed chapel at the roadside.
Chapel on the edge of Churchstoke
Smart well designed chapel at the roadside.
Montgomeryshire Natural Spring Water plant, Churchstoke A large water bottling plant on the edge of town.
Montgomeryshire Natural Spring Water plant, Churchstoke
A large water bottling plant on the edge of town.
The Golden Fish, Churchstoke A Chinese takeaway.
The Golden Fish, Churchstoke
A Chinese takeaway.
Fir Court House, Churchstoke An old black and white house, now surrounded by a modern housing estate.
Fir Court House, Churchstoke
An old black and white house, now surrounded by a modern housing estate.
St Nicholas Church Churchstoke
St Nicholas Church Churchstoke
The Court House Hotel Churchstoke Although next to the church they are in differecnt grid squares
The Court House Hotel Churchstoke
Although next to the church they are in differecnt grid squares
Start of footpath to Lower Mellington by the cemetery
Start of footpath to Lower Mellington by the cemetery
The Country Park has a large collection of pigs I think these may be saddleback/landrace cross.
The Country Park has a large collection of pigs
I think these may be saddleback/landrace cross.
Sleeping off lunch This sow appears to have lunched on tortillas, presumably from the adjacent supermarket.
Sleeping off lunch
This sow appears to have lunched on tortillas, presumably from the adjacent supermarket.
Water buffalo Although marked on the OS map as a wildlife park the animals found here are largely farm animals including some rare breeds.
Water buffalo
Although marked on the OS map as a wildlife park the animals found here are largely farm animals including some rare breeds.
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Alport is located at Grid Ref: SO2795 (Lat: 52.54955, Lng: -3.075384)

Unitary Authority: Powys

Police Authority: Dyfed Powys

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