Amesbury

Settlement in Somerset

England

Amesbury

Direction Sign â Signpost in Radford Located in Radford on the southwest side of a T junction opposite Radford Villa, Paulton parish. 2 arms and pyramid finial.

Milestone Society National ID: SO_ST6757B — Direction Sign â Signpost in Radford Credit: J Dowding

Amesbury is a small town located in the county of Somerset, England. Situated on the River Wylye, it is part of the Salisbury District and lies approximately 8 miles north of the city of Salisbury. With a population of around 8,500 residents, Amesbury has a close-knit community feel.

The town is steeped in history and is best known for its proximity to Stonehenge, one of the most famous prehistoric monuments in the world. Visitors from all over the globe come to Amesbury to explore this ancient site, which is just a short distance away.

In addition to its historical significance, Amesbury offers a range of amenities to its residents. The town center features a variety of shops, restaurants, and cafes, providing a mix of local and national brands. The local market, held twice a week, offers fresh produce and a chance to support local vendors.

Amesbury also boasts several parks and green spaces, including the beautiful Amesbury Abbey Gardens, which are open to the public. These outdoor areas provide opportunities for leisurely walks, picnics, and recreation.

The town has good transportation links, with regular bus services connecting Amesbury to neighboring towns and cities. The A303, a major road, passes nearby, providing easy access to other parts of Somerset and beyond.

Overall, Amesbury offers a blend of historical charm, natural beauty, and modern conveniences, making it an attractive place to live and visit.

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Amesbury Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.326117/-2.495828 or Grid Reference ST6558. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Direction Sign â Signpost in Radford

Located in Radford on the southwest side of a T junction opposite Radford Villa, Paulton parish. 2 arms and pyramid finial. Milestone Society National ID: SO_ST6757B

J Dowding

Old Milestone, A39, High Street, High Littleton

A metal plate attached to a wall behind the pavement on the east side of the road, just south of the junction with Eastover Road. Parish of High Littleton (Bath And North East Somerset District). Bath incised iron plate, erected by the Bath turnpike trust in the 18th century. Inscription reads: To Bath 10 Milestone Society National ID: SO_BAGL10

Richard Raynsford

High Littleton : Grassy Field & Gate

A field seen from Bungay's Hill.

Lewis Clarke

Mill Lane

Looking downhill from close to where the footpath crosses the byway

James Ayres

Mill Lane BOAT

Looking uphill at the point where the footpath crosses the byway

James Ayres

Houses at the point where Timsbury Rd is about to become Bloomfield Rd, near Bloomfield

John Lord

St Mary's Church, Timsbury

John Lord

St Mary's Church, Timsbury

John Lord

Cross Ways

John Lord

Clutton Hill

John Lord

Houses on Bloomfield Road.

These attractive stone built semi detached houses are on the east side of Bloomfield Rd between Farmborough and Timsbury. Bloomfield is the northern part of Timsbury.

Nigel Mykura

Somerset Folly

Somerset Folly is a twisting residential street consisting mainly of rather boring grey bungalows. It runs west from The Avenue to St Mary's Close.

Nigel Mykura

Site of Demolished Works

This is the site of the former works of the Wheeler Reconstructed Stone Company which produces artificial stone from a mix of cement and crushed Bath stone.This is used in new build house projects as a cheap replacement for natural stone. They appear to have relocated to Marsh Lane, Temple Cloud but it is uncertain if they are still manufacturing. In this image it can be seen that on the remaining site there appears to be evidence of an old kiln , perhaps a lime kiln.

Nigel Mykura

Houses on Priorshill

These houses are at the bottom of Priorshill where it joins Loves Hill. Priorshill rises up to the hamlet of Tyning

Nigel Mykura

Houses on Timsbury Rd

View up Timsbury Rd towards its junction with the A39. The road coming in on the left is The Batch leading on to Goosard Lane.

Nigel Mykura

Countryside near Paulton

These pasture fields are just south of Goosard lane between High Littleton and Paulton.

Nigel Mykura

Fields at High Littleton

This is at the southern end of High Littleton looking up from near Goosard Lane. The houses that can be seen at the top of the hill are on Langfords lane at the very northern edge of the grid square.

Nigel Mykura