Ampney St Mary

Settlement in Gloucestershire Cotswold

England

Ampney St Mary

Poulton Manor Manor house beside the A417 in the village of Poulton. The house is thought to be late 17th century and is Grade II listed, see: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1304257?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1304257?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> The listing describes the architect as &#039;variously attributed to John Paget c.1700 and Peter Mills&#039;. — Poulton Manor Credit: Philip Halling

Ampney St Mary is a small village located in the county of Gloucestershire, England. Situated in the Cotswolds, it is part of the Cotswold District Council. The village is nestled amidst picturesque countryside, characterized by rolling hills, lush green fields, and charming stone cottages.

With a population of just over 200 residents, Ampney St Mary exudes a tranquil and close-knit community atmosphere. The village is primarily residential, and its residents enjoy a peaceful and idyllic lifestyle away from the hustle and bustle of larger towns and cities.

The village is known for its beautiful parish church, St Mary's Church, which dates back to the 12th century and is a listed building of historical significance. The church's architecture showcases both Norman and Gothic influences, and its well-preserved interior features intricate stained glass windows and ornate wooden carvings.

Despite its small size, Ampney St Mary benefits from several amenities that serve the local community. These include a village hall, a primary school, and a local pub, providing residents with essential services and opportunities for social interaction.

Surrounded by stunning countryside, Ampney St Mary offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and exploration. The village is situated near the River Thames, providing residents and visitors with access to beautiful riverside walks and fishing spots.

Overall, Ampney St Mary is a charming village that offers a peaceful and picturesque setting for its residents. With its rich history, natural beauty, and tight-knit community, it is a place that captures the essence of rural England.

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Poulton Manor Manor house beside the A417 in the village of Poulton. The house is thought to be late 17th century and is Grade II listed, see: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1304257?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1304257?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> The listing describes the architect as &#039;variously attributed to John Paget c.1700 and Peter Mills&#039;.

Poulton Manor

Manor house beside the A417 in the village of Poulton. The house is thought to be late 17th century and is Grade II listed, see: Link

The listing describes the architect as 'variously attributed to John Paget c.1700 and Peter Mills'.

West View, Poulton Mid-20th century houses in the Cotswold village of Poulton.

West View, Poulton

Mid-20th century houses in the Cotswold village of Poulton.

Dudley Farmland The square is mostly farmland and this view is of wheat being grown in the south eastern section of the square.

Dudley Farmland

The square is mostly farmland and this view is of wheat being grown in the south eastern section of the square.

Main street in Ampney Crucis These houses along the minor road passing through the southern half of the square is typical of residences in this village.

Main street in Ampney Crucis

These houses along the minor road passing through the southern half of the square is typical of residences in this village.

Ampney Crucis: Village Hall The village hall is in the south eastern section of the square. This square consists of village and Ampney park and farms.

Ampney Crucis: Village Hall

The village hall is in the south eastern section of the square. This square consists of village and Ampney park and farms.

Intersection near Ampney Crucis This intersection is in the north eastern section of the square which consists of a number of minor roads, the A417 to Ampney St Peter, Ampney Brook and farmland. This residence is typical of those in this square and consists of a couple of attached cottages.

Intersection near Ampney Crucis

This intersection is in the north eastern section of the square which consists of a number of minor roads, the A417 to Ampney St Peter, Ampney Brook and farmland. This residence is typical of those in this square and consists of a couple of attached cottages.

Red Lion at Intersection This square contains the village of Ampney St Peter, farmland, the A417 and a minor road. The Red Lion is at the intersection in the eastern section of the square.

Red Lion at Intersection

This square contains the village of Ampney St Peter, farmland, the A417 and a minor road. The Red Lion is at the intersection in the eastern section of the square.

Farmland near Ampney St Peter The square consists of farmland and the village. This view of the farmland was taken at the intersection in the eastern half looking more or less south west.

Farmland near Ampney St Peter

The square consists of farmland and the village. This view of the farmland was taken at the intersection in the eastern half looking more or less south west.

View of A417 near Ampney St Peter This view looks west along the A417 towards Ampney St Peter in the eastern section of the square. It appears characteristic of this region to find residences like this at road junctions.

View of A417 near Ampney St Peter

This view looks west along the A417 towards Ampney St Peter in the eastern section of the square. It appears characteristic of this region to find residences like this at road junctions.

Quarry Farm Entrance near Ampney St Mary's The square is mostly farmland. This is the entrance to Quarry Farm which is on the northern side of the road in the south eastern section of the square.

Quarry Farm Entrance near Ampney St Mary's

The square is mostly farmland. This is the entrance to Quarry Farm which is on the northern side of the road in the south eastern section of the square.

Country Road from Ampney St Mary's to the Roman Road This track with public access is about 2.5km long and is fine for motor vehicle but is best negotiated with a 4 x 4 towards the end.

Country Road from Ampney St Mary's to the Roman Road

This track with public access is about 2.5km long and is fine for motor vehicle but is best negotiated with a 4 x 4 towards the end.

Manor Farmyard: Ampney St Mary's This square is mostly farming area but also contains the village of Ampney St Marys. This farmyard is between the two minor roads in the south eastern section of the square.

Manor Farmyard: Ampney St Mary's

This square is mostly farming area but also contains the village of Ampney St Marys. This farmyard is between the two minor roads in the south eastern section of the square.

College Farm: Ampney St Mary's This farm is for breeding Friesian cows.

College Farm: Ampney St Mary's

This farm is for breeding Friesian cows.

The Mill and Telephone Booth: Ampney St Mary's This old Mill is at the intersection of the two minor roads in the southern section of the square.

The Mill and Telephone Booth: Ampney St Mary's

This old Mill is at the intersection of the two minor roads in the southern section of the square.

Country Road: Ampney St Mary CP This section of the track is in the south eastern half of the square, which is all farmland.

Country Road: Ampney St Mary CP

This section of the track is in the south eastern half of the square, which is all farmland.

Lower Field Barn The square is farmland. This view was taken from the track looking WNW

Lower Field Barn

The square is farmland. This view was taken from the track looking WNW

Barley Growing on Farmland near Poulton This is farmland in the southern section of the square. The square is all farmland and there are a number of minor roads and an A road passing through the square.

Barley Growing on Farmland near Poulton

This is farmland in the southern section of the square. The square is all farmland and there are a number of minor roads and an A road passing through the square.

Ampney St. Mary Church This church is about 1km from the village of the same name, it stands in the middle of fields near the Ampney Brook, just off the A417, between Cirencester and Fairford. It&#039;s known locally as the Ivy Church, as it was covered by ivy until restored early in the 20th C. It is famous for the wall paintings.

Ampney St. Mary Church

This church is about 1km from the village of the same name, it stands in the middle of fields near the Ampney Brook, just off the A417, between Cirencester and Fairford. It's known locally as the Ivy Church, as it was covered by ivy until restored early in the 20th C. It is famous for the wall paintings.

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Ampney St Mary is located at Grid Ref: SP0802 (Lat: 51.717391, Lng: -1.876073)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Cotswold

Police Authority: Gloucestershire

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Located within 500m of 51.717391,-1.876073

Ampney St. Mary

Alt Name: Ashbrook

Is In: Gloucestershire, England, UK

Place: village

Lat/Long: 51.7176665/-1.8750832

Public Bookcase

Defibrillator

Defibrillator

Booth: K6

Colour: red

Defibrillator Location: inside red phone (that is now used as a book exchange) in Ampney St Mary

Disused Amenity: telephone

Emergency: defibrillator

Man Made: telephone_box

Operator: Community Heartbeat

Public Bookcase Type: phone_box

Ref: CH-RT-1223

Lat/Long: 51.7174467/-1.8757855

Post Box

Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00; Su off

Drive Through: no

Operator: Royal Mail

Operator Wikidata: Q638098

Post Box Type: wall

Ref: GL7 19D

Royal Cypher: EIIR

Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113

Source: survey

Lat/Long: 51.7172839/-1.8758418

The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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