Alswear

Settlement in Devon North Devon

England

Alswear

Mariansleigh: River Mole at Alswear Three parishes meet here: beyond the bend the river runs into King’s Nympton and the right bank is in Queen’s Nympton
Mariansleigh: River Mole at Alswear Credit: Martin Bodman

Alswear is a small village located in the county of Devon, England. Situated in the North Devon district, it is nestled in the picturesque countryside, surrounded by rolling hills and meandering rivers. The village is part of the civil parish of Meshaw and lies approximately 7 miles northeast of the town of South Molton.

With a population of just over 100 residents, Alswear offers a peaceful and tranquil setting away from the hustle and bustle of city life. The village is characterized by its charming thatched cottages, many of which date back several centuries, adding to its historic appeal. The local community is tight-knit and friendly, with a strong sense of community spirit.

Alswear is primarily an agricultural village, with farming playing a significant role in the local economy. The surrounding farmland is used for grazing livestock and growing crops, contributing to the area's rural charm. The village is also home to a small church, St. Peter's, which dates back to the 13th century and serves as a place of worship for both locals and visitors.

While Alswear may be a small village, it offers easy access to the larger towns and cities in the area. South Molton, with its range of amenities including shops, schools, and healthcare facilities, is just a short drive away. The village's idyllic location also provides ample opportunities for outdoor pursuits such as walking, cycling, and fishing, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful retreat.

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Mariansleigh: River Mole at Alswear Three parishes meet here: beyond the bend the river runs into King’s Nympton and the right bank is in Queen’s Nympton
Mariansleigh: River Mole at Alswear
Three parishes meet here: beyond the bend the river runs into King’s Nympton and the right bank is in Queen’s Nympton
Romansleigh: the village Looking north east with the entrance to the church beyond the phone box and Land Rover. Honeysuckle Cottage is on the left, past the church gate, and Glebe Cottage on the right
Romansleigh: the village
Looking north east with the entrance to the church beyond the phone box and Land Rover. Honeysuckle Cottage is on the left, past the church gate, and Glebe Cottage on the right
Romansleigh: St Rumon’s church The church was rebuilt in 1868 but is dedicated to a Celtic saint. Looking west
Romansleigh: St Rumon’s church
The church was rebuilt in 1868 but is dedicated to a Celtic saint. Looking west
King’s Nympton: towards Romansleigh Romansleigh is a small village – almost a hamlet – on a hill beyond this square. St Rumon’s church stands amongst trees. Looking east-south-east
King’s Nympton: towards Romansleigh
Romansleigh is a small village – almost a hamlet – on a hill beyond this square. St Rumon’s church stands amongst trees. Looking east-south-east
George Nympton: Mole valley Looking north east across the Mole flood plain towards Blastridge Plantation, which stands beyond the square
George Nympton: Mole valley
Looking north east across the Mole flood plain towards Blastridge Plantation, which stands beyond the square
Mariansleigh: lane to Alswear Looking west-north-west
Mariansleigh: lane to Alswear
Looking west-north-west
Bishop’s Nympton: towards Blastridge Hill View from Radley Cross looking north. The hill is beyond the square
Bishop’s Nympton: towards Blastridge Hill
View from Radley Cross looking north. The hill is beyond the square
George Nympton: Cheyney The house stands on the parish boundary with Queen’s Nympton. The lane ahead runs to Alswear. Turn right for George Nympton village. Looking south-south-east
George Nympton: Cheyney
The house stands on the parish boundary with Queen’s Nympton. The lane ahead runs to Alswear. Turn right for George Nympton village. Looking south-south-east
Queen’s Nympton: towards Little Frenchstone Looking north-north-east. Two small valleys intervene between the camera and the farm which is beyond the square
Queen’s Nympton: towards Little Frenchstone
Looking north-north-east. Two small valleys intervene between the camera and the farm which is beyond the square
King’s Nympton: overlooking New Mill New Mill, now a private house, seen from a public footpath on its boundary. This was the lowest watermill on the Little Silver Stream, a tributary of the Mole. Looking east-south-east
King’s Nympton: overlooking New Mill
New Mill, now a private house, seen from a public footpath on its boundary. This was the lowest watermill on the Little Silver Stream, a tributary of the Mole. Looking east-south-east
King’s Nympton: footpath above New Mill The path runs up the Little Silver valley to Kempstown and Romansleigh. Looking south east
King’s Nympton: footpath above New Mill
The path runs up the Little Silver valley to Kempstown and Romansleigh. Looking south east
King’s Nympton: Highridge Cross A junction rather than a crossroads. Looking west
King’s Nympton: Highridge Cross
A junction rather than a crossroads. Looking west
King’s Nympton: by Highridge Cross Looking south east towards Highridge Wood with an oak tree in new leaf
King’s Nympton: by Highridge Cross
Looking south east towards Highridge Wood with an oak tree in new leaf
Oxham Lane, Romansleigh Oxham Lane is a track from the village of Romansleigh to the valley through which the poetically named Little Silver Stream flows. Across the valley the pattern of fields to the south of Westacott Farm can be seen on the hillside.
Oxham Lane, Romansleigh
Oxham Lane is a track from the village of Romansleigh to the valley through which the poetically named Little Silver Stream flows. Across the valley the pattern of fields to the south of Westacott Farm can be seen on the hillside.
Parish Hall, near Mariansleigh Hall on the side of the B3137 in the valley between Romansleigh and Mariansleigh.
Parish Hall, near Mariansleigh
Hall on the side of the B3137 in the valley between Romansleigh and Mariansleigh.
Barn near Mariansleigh Barn in a field above Middle Wood to the west of Mariansleigh.
Barn near Mariansleigh
Barn in a field above Middle Wood to the west of Mariansleigh.
Romansleigh Church Romansleigh church is dedicated to St Rumon, the building is in a Perpendicular style and was rebuilt in 1868 from designs by E. Ashworth, an architect from Exeter. The tower was rebuilt in 1885-7.
Romansleigh Church
Romansleigh church is dedicated to St Rumon, the building is in a Perpendicular style and was rebuilt in 1868 from designs by E. Ashworth, an architect from Exeter. The tower was rebuilt in 1885-7.
Farmland near Highridge Looking west from the gateway at the very corner of this square.
Farmland near Highridge
Looking west from the gateway at the very corner of this square.
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Alswear is located at Grid Ref: SS7222 (Lat: 50.98523, Lng: -3.8196)

Administrative County: Devon

District: North Devon

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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Alswear
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Defibrillator
Booth: K6
Covered: booth
Defibrillator Location: inside old red phone box in Alswear
Disused Amenity: telephone
Emergency: defibrillator
Man Made: telephone_box
Lat/Long: 50.9843758/-3.8180709
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