Alverdiscott

Settlement in Devon Torridge

England

Alverdiscott

Alverdiscott National Grid Substation This is a high voltage 400kV T-Off substation from the main Taunton to Indian Queens line. The substation consists of 2x400kV to 132kV transformers then a local distribution 132kV substation. The complete substation and point of picture are all within this square.
Alverdiscott National Grid Substation Credit: David Neale

Alverdiscott is a small village situated in the county of Devon, England. It is located approximately 4 miles north of the town of Bideford, and about 3 miles east of the coastal village of Instow. With a population of around 200 residents, it is a tight-knit community that enjoys a peaceful rural setting.

The village is surrounded by picturesque countryside, with rolling hills and farmland dominating the landscape. It benefits from its proximity to the Taw Estuary, offering stunning views and opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking and birdwatching.

Alverdiscott has a rich history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the Bronze Age. The village features a number of historic buildings, including St. Petrock's Church, which dates back to the 13th century and is a prominent landmark in the area.

Although small in size, Alverdiscott has a strong sense of community. The village has a local pub, The Bell Inn, which serves as a social hub for residents and visitors alike. There is also a village hall, which hosts various events and activities throughout the year, fostering a sense of togetherness among the villagers.

While Alverdiscott may be a quiet and tranquil place, it benefits from its proximity to larger towns such as Bideford and Barnstaple, which offer a wider range of amenities and services. Overall, Alverdiscott is a charming village that offers a peaceful and close-knit community for its residents, while also providing easy access to the beautiful countryside and nearby towns.

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Alverdiscott Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.006389/-4.112508 or Grid Reference SS5125. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Alverdiscott National Grid Substation This is a high voltage 400kV T-Off substation from the main Taunton to Indian Queens line. The substation consists of 2x400kV to 132kV transformers then a local distribution 132kV substation. The complete substation and point of picture are all within this square.
Alverdiscott National Grid Substation
This is a high voltage 400kV T-Off substation from the main Taunton to Indian Queens line. The substation consists of 2x400kV to 132kV transformers then a local distribution 132kV substation. The complete substation and point of picture are all within this square.
Bartridge Common Looking across the valley south of Newton Tracey from the path to <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/599136">SS5226 : St Thomas a Becket church, Newton Tracey</a>. The common is shown on the maps as the area between the wooded valley and the main valley behind the tree. On the left, Bartridge Hill (the B3232) climbs towards Alverdiscott church. The cottage on the right is on the southeast edge of Newton Tracey village.
Bartridge Common
Looking across the valley south of Newton Tracey from the path to SS5226 : St Thomas a Becket church, Newton Tracey. The common is shown on the maps as the area between the wooded valley and the main valley behind the tree. On the left, Bartridge Hill (the B3232) climbs towards Alverdiscott church. The cottage on the right is on the southeast edge of Newton Tracey village.
Field at Newton Tracey On the left is the lane to Pristacott. Horwood, Lovacott and Newton Tracey Footpath 7 (a mouthful of a parish name) runs down the far side of the hedge ahead to cross the valley to Kennacott.
Field at Newton Tracey
On the left is the lane to Pristacott. Horwood, Lovacott and Newton Tracey Footpath 7 (a mouthful of a parish name) runs down the far side of the hedge ahead to cross the valley to Kennacott.
New Kennacott Taken from the same spot as <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/600856">SS5226 : Field at Newton Tracey</a>, looking across the valley to the south of Newton Tracey to buildings at Kennacott. New Kennacott is directly behind the pylon; the house at West Kennacott, to its left, straddles with gridline into SS5326.
New Kennacott
Taken from the same spot as SS5226 : Field at Newton Tracey, looking across the valley to the south of Newton Tracey to buildings at Kennacott. New Kennacott is directly behind the pylon; the house at West Kennacott, to its left, straddles with gridline into SS5326.
All Saints church, Alverdiscott The village name is pronounced Alscott; the church a prominent sight on a hill next to the B3232, Barnstaple to Torrington road.
All Saints church, Alverdiscott
The village name is pronounced Alscott; the church a prominent sight on a hill next to the B3232, Barnstaple to Torrington road.
Haddacott Cross How to make a Devon lane junction exciting? Stand on the bank in the rain in January!
Haddacott Cross
How to make a Devon lane junction exciting? Stand on the bank in the rain in January!
Brownscombe Farm Set amid surrounding fields and houses to the west of Haddacott.
Brownscombe Farm
Set amid surrounding fields and houses to the west of Haddacott.
Huntshaw Water In winter spate east of the bridge near Guscott.
Huntshaw Water
In winter spate east of the bridge near Guscott.
Stony Cross A hamlet in the parish of Alverdiscott.
Stony Cross
A hamlet in the parish of Alverdiscott.
B3232 at Alverdiscott View north from the parish churchyard; showing the Methodist church on the left.
B3232 at Alverdiscott
View north from the parish churchyard; showing the Methodist church on the left.
Bartridge Hill The B3232 descends in switchback fashion towards Newton Tracey, which is in SS5226. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/599136">SS5226 : St Thomas a Becket church, Newton Tracey</a> is in the centre of the photo at the village edge. The road can be seen from the other direction on the left of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/600739">SS5226 : Bartridge Common</a>. View from the junction with a lane to Woodland Cross.
Bartridge Hill
The B3232 descends in switchback fashion towards Newton Tracey, which is in SS5226. SS5226 : St Thomas a Becket church, Newton Tracey is in the centre of the photo at the village edge. The road can be seen from the other direction on the left of SS5226 : Bartridge Common. View from the junction with a lane to Woodland Cross.
Myrtle Cottage Farm The B3232 swings past a layby, a cottage and a farm as it heads from Alverdiscott towards Torrington.
Myrtle Cottage Farm
The B3232 swings past a layby, a cottage and a farm as it heads from Alverdiscott towards Torrington.
East Woodlands from Luppincott A view almost from one corner of the square to the opposite corner. The square contains three valleys forming an amphitheatre, which meet this side of East Woodlands (on the right). The prominent white house in the centre is just across a gridline into SS5325. Beyond, the countryside rolls away to the Taw valley and the western foothills of Exmoor. Taken from a gateway just to the north of the farm at Luppincott.
East Woodlands from Luppincott
A view almost from one corner of the square to the opposite corner. The square contains three valleys forming an amphitheatre, which meet this side of East Woodlands (on the right). The prominent white house in the centre is just across a gridline into SS5325. Beyond, the countryside rolls away to the Taw valley and the western foothills of Exmoor. Taken from a gateway just to the north of the farm at Luppincott.
Luppincott Farm buildings at the lane junction. The signposted lane to the left is a lengthy cul-de-sac to two farms (Lashingcott and Nethercott).
Luppincott
Farm buildings at the lane junction. The signposted lane to the left is a lengthy cul-de-sac to two farms (Lashingcott and Nethercott).
Northeast from Luppincott The farm on the left is Nethercott. One of the small streams that forms the natural bowl of this square follows the nearest line of trees. Beyond, the land rolls away towards the Taw valley, with Exmoor in the distance.
Northeast from Luppincott
The farm on the left is Nethercott. One of the small streams that forms the natural bowl of this square follows the nearest line of trees. Beyond, the land rolls away towards the Taw valley, with Exmoor in the distance.
Hall Farm The home of Alverdiscott Charolais cattle. The entrance is to the west of the B3232.
Hall Farm
The home of Alverdiscott Charolais cattle. The entrance is to the west of the B3232.
Grazing land near Budacombe North of Stony Cross in the parish of Alverdiscott.
Grazing land near Budacombe
North of Stony Cross in the parish of Alverdiscott.
Stoney Cross enshrouded in mist
Stoney Cross enshrouded in mist
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Alverdiscott is located at Grid Ref: SS5125 (Lat: 51.006389, Lng: -4.112508)

Administrative County: Devon

District: Torridge

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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Alverdiscott
Name Uk: Алвердискотт
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