Alstone

Settlement in Gloucestershire Tewkesbury

England

Alstone

Pipeline crossing a brook Pipeline crossing a brook in the village of Alderton. This subject was the first picture submitted on this webpage for this grid square, see: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/67965">SO9932 : Pipeline near Alderton</a>. — Pipeline crossing a brook Credit: Philip Halling

Alstone is a small village located in the county of Gloucestershire, England. Situated approximately 3 miles southwest of Cheltenham, the village is nestled in the picturesque Cotswolds countryside. With a population of around 500 residents, Alstone maintains a tight-knit community atmosphere.

The village is known for its charming traditional architecture, with many historic buildings dating back to the 17th and 18th centuries. The local church, St. Margaret's, is a notable landmark, boasting a stunning medieval tower and stained glass windows.

Alstone offers a range of amenities to its residents. The village has a well-regarded primary school, which is highly valued by local families. Additionally, there is a small convenience store that caters to the daily needs of the community. For recreational activities, Alstone has a local pub that serves as a popular gathering spot for residents and visitors alike.

Nature enthusiasts will find plenty to explore in the surrounding area. Alstone is ideally situated for countryside walks, with numerous footpaths leading to the nearby Cotswold Hills. The village is also within proximity to the Cotswold Way, a renowned long-distance trail that stretches over 100 miles through the region.

Transport links to Alstone are convenient, with regular bus services connecting the village to nearby towns and cities. The closest railway station is Cheltenham Spa, providing easy access to major cities such as Bristol, Birmingham, and London.

Overall, Alstone offers a tranquil and picturesque setting, making it an attractive place to live for those seeking a peaceful village lifestyle within easy reach of urban amenities.

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Pipeline crossing a brook Pipeline crossing a brook in the village of Alderton. This subject was the first picture submitted on this webpage for this grid square, see: <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/67965">SO9932 : Pipeline near Alderton</a>.

Pipeline crossing a brook

Pipeline crossing a brook in the village of Alderton. This subject was the first picture submitted on this webpage for this grid square, see: SO9932 : Pipeline near Alderton.

Alder Green development Alder Green development site in the village of Alderton.

Alder Green development

Alder Green development site in the village of Alderton.

Trig point on Oxenton Hill View towards Bredon Hill, the largest of the Cotswolds outliers, from the trig point on Oxenton Hill. This picture was taken soon after midday on New Year&#039;s Day. Not such a good day weather-wise compared to when I visited this hill top almost fifteen years ago <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/713326">SO9731 : Trig Point on Oxenton Hill</a>.

Trig point on Oxenton Hill

View towards Bredon Hill, the largest of the Cotswolds outliers, from the trig point on Oxenton Hill. This picture was taken soon after midday on New Year's Day. Not such a good day weather-wise compared to when I visited this hill top almost fifteen years ago SO9731 : Trig Point on Oxenton Hill.

Trig Point on Oxenton Hill View from the trig point on Oxenton Hill; the Malvern Hills are just visible on the hazy horizon. Not such a good day weather-wise compared to when I visited this hill top almost fifteen years ago <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/713326">SO9731 : Trig Point on Oxenton Hill</a>.

Trig Point on Oxenton Hill

View from the trig point on Oxenton Hill; the Malvern Hills are just visible on the hazy horizon. Not such a good day weather-wise compared to when I visited this hill top almost fifteen years ago SO9731 : Trig Point on Oxenton Hill.

The Knolls, Oxenton Hill The summit of Oxenton Hill is known as the Knolls and is the site of an Iron Age settlement rather than a hill fort. The site was excavated in 1932 and some Iron Age pottery was found. The trig point can be seen on the horizon to the right.
This is an approximate recreation of the first picture uploaded in this grid square <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/247709">SO9731 : The top of Oxenton Hill</a>.

The Knolls, Oxenton Hill

The summit of Oxenton Hill is known as the Knolls and is the site of an Iron Age settlement rather than a hill fort. The site was excavated in 1932 and some Iron Age pottery was found. The trig point can be seen on the horizon to the right. This is an approximate recreation of the first picture uploaded in this grid square SO9731 : The top of Oxenton Hill.

Alstone - St Margaret's Church

Alstone - St Margaret's Church

Dixton Hill View of the hamlet of Dixton and Dixton Hill from the Winchcombe Way.

Dixton Hill

View of the hamlet of Dixton and Dixton Hill from the Winchcombe Way.

Komatsu excavator Komatsu excavator beside the Winchcombe Way. The hamlet of Dixton is framed with the excavator&#039;s boom and arm.

Komatsu excavator

Komatsu excavator beside the Winchcombe Way. The hamlet of Dixton is framed with the excavator's boom and arm.

Footpath and kissing gate Footpath and kissing gate on the Winchcombe Way on the eastern slopes of Oxenton Hill. It has changed since I last passed this way almost 15 years ago <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/716656">SO9831 : Kissing gate and quad bike grid, near Alstone</a>.

Footpath and kissing gate

Footpath and kissing gate on the Winchcombe Way on the eastern slopes of Oxenton Hill. It has changed since I last passed this way almost 15 years ago SO9831 : Kissing gate and quad bike grid, near Alstone.

Stained glass window - Alstone church The upper stained glass figure is thought possibly to be the Archangel Gabriel holding a lily in an Annunciation scene, this is thought to be 16th century. The lower glass is thought to be 15th century and possibly represents St Gregory, though it could also represent a Biblical Patriarch, a Prophet or even God the Father personified as the Pope. The stained glass in the lower window may be the work of John Thornton of Coventry and date from the 15th century.

Stained glass window - Alstone church

The upper stained glass figure is thought possibly to be the Archangel Gabriel holding a lily in an Annunciation scene, this is thought to be 16th century. The lower glass is thought to be 15th century and possibly represents St Gregory, though it could also represent a Biblical Patriarch, a Prophet or even God the Father personified as the Pope. The stained glass in the lower window may be the work of John Thornton of Coventry and date from the 15th century.

Stained glass window - Alstone church The upper part of the stained glass window is thought to be the head of a divine or academic. The middle part of the window is thought to be a Bishop or St Philip. The lower part of the window is thought to depict a Christ of Pity standing in the tomb. The stained glass in the lower window may be the work of John Thornton of Coventry and date from the 15th century.

Stained glass window - Alstone church

The upper part of the stained glass window is thought to be the head of a divine or academic. The middle part of the window is thought to be a Bishop or St Philip. The lower part of the window is thought to depict a Christ of Pity standing in the tomb. The stained glass in the lower window may be the work of John Thornton of Coventry and date from the 15th century.

Farmland at Dixton and Gretton View from the eastern slopes of Oxenton Hill across farmland at Dixton and Gretton. This landscape was the subject of a painting which is displayed in Cheltenham Art Gallery; it is known as the &#039;Dixton Harvesters&#039;. The landscape was painted around 1715 and other than farm working practices is little changed in three centuries.

Farmland at Dixton and Gretton

View from the eastern slopes of Oxenton Hill across farmland at Dixton and Gretton. This landscape was the subject of a painting which is displayed in Cheltenham Art Gallery; it is known as the 'Dixton Harvesters'. The landscape was painted around 1715 and other than farm working practices is little changed in three centuries.

Farmland near Alstone The Winchcombe Way crosses this field en route from Alstone to Dixton. Dixton Wood is seen on the right.

Farmland near Alstone

The Winchcombe Way crosses this field en route from Alstone to Dixton. Dixton Wood is seen on the right.

Alstone church Alstone church is dedicated to St Margaret of Antioch, and dates back to the 12th century. The church is Grade II* listed, see: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1340159?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1340159?section=official-list-entry">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> This is a similar view of the church to the first picture uploaded into this grid square, little changed other than the topiary <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/61446">SO9832 : Alstone Church</a>.

Alstone church

Alstone church is dedicated to St Margaret of Antioch, and dates back to the 12th century. The church is Grade II* listed, see: Link

This is a similar view of the church to the first picture uploaded into this grid square, little changed other than the topiary SO9832 : Alstone Church.

Timber-framed house, Alstone A timber-framed house, along with a redundant K6 telephone box, now housing a defibrillator.

Timber-framed house, Alstone

A timber-framed house, along with a redundant K6 telephone box, now housing a defibrillator.

Track to Bengrove Farmland track to Bengrove. A footpath from Alstone follows this track.

Track to Bengrove

Farmland track to Bengrove. A footpath from Alstone follows this track.

Trees at St. Mary church (Little Washbourne) The church of St. Mary in Little Washbourne is surrounded by several trees, and this view faces east to the north of the church structure.

Trees at St. Mary church (Little Washbourne)

The church of St. Mary in Little Washbourne is surrounded by several trees, and this view faces east to the north of the church structure.

St. Mary's church (Little Washbourne) The small church of St. Mary is sheltered in a churchyard with trees east of the B4077 road. Founded and built in the twelfth century, this was altered in the eighteenth century, and the building has seen little change since. This was grade II* listed in July 1960, and is in the care of the Churches Conservation Trust.

St. Mary's church (Little Washbourne)

The small church of St. Mary is sheltered in a churchyard with trees east of the B4077 road. Founded and built in the twelfth century, this was altered in the eighteenth century, and the building has seen little change since. This was grade II* listed in July 1960, and is in the care of the Churches Conservation Trust.

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Alstone is located at Grid Ref: SO9832 (Lat: 51.991359, Lng: -2.023998)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Tewkesbury

Police Authority: Gloucestershire

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Bus Shelter

Naptan AtcoCode: 1600GL5465

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Defibrillator

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Alstone

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Bench

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Post Box

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Transformer: distribution

Voltage Primary: 11000

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