Chesterton

Settlement in Gloucestershire Cotswold

England

Chesterton

A433 directions sign on the approach to the A429 junction SW of Cirencester The A433 approaches its northeast end at the A429 junction ahead.
A433 directions sign on the approach to the A429 junction SW of Cirencester Credit: Jaggery

Chesterton is a small village located in the county of Gloucestershire, England. Situated approximately 4 miles southwest of the historic town of Cirencester, Chesterton is nestled in the beautiful Cotswolds region. With a population of around 500 residents, the village exudes a charming and tranquil atmosphere.

The village itself is characterized by its picturesque stone cottages, many of which date back to the 17th and 18th centuries, adding to the area's traditional appeal. The local architecture is predominantly Cotswold stone, giving the village a distinct and timeless aesthetic.

Chesterton is surrounded by rolling countryside, offering residents and visitors alike the opportunity to explore the idyllic landscapes on foot or by bike. The nearby Cotswold Water Park, a network of over 150 lakes, provides ample opportunities for water-based activities such as fishing, sailing, and kayaking.

The village boasts a sense of community spirit, with a village hall serving as a hub for local events and social gatherings. It also has a primary school, providing education for the village's younger residents.

While Chesterton is predominantly residential, it benefits from its proximity to Cirencester, which offers a wider range of amenities including shops, supermarkets, restaurants, and leisure facilities. The village is well-connected to the surrounding area via road, with the A419 and A417 providing easy access to nearby towns and cities.

Overall, Chesterton offers a peaceful and picturesque setting, making it an attractive place to live for those seeking a rural lifestyle while still enjoying convenient access to nearby amenities.

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Chesterton Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.70733/-1.979418 or Grid Reference SP0100. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A433 directions sign on the approach to the A429 junction SW of Cirencester The A433 approaches its northeast end at the A429 junction ahead.
A433 directions sign on the approach to the A429 junction SW of Cirencester
The A433 approaches its northeast end at the A429 junction ahead.
Tetbury Road (A433) The Fosse Way Roman Road.
Tetbury Road (A433)
The Fosse Way Roman Road.
Stone, A433 This stone has the same shape as a BS near Thameshead 1 mile to the SW see <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6694148" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6694148">Link</a> . There has been both a milestone and boundary stone indicated on old maps. But the only 2 maps available differ on which side of the road they are.

Milestone Society National ID: GL_COACIR01pb
Stone, A433
This stone has the same shape as a BS near Thameshead 1 mile to the SW see Link . There has been both a milestone and boundary stone indicated on old maps. But the only 2 maps available differ on which side of the road they are. Milestone Society National ID: GL_COACIR01pb
Cirencester marketplace looking ESE
Cirencester marketplace
looking ESE
Cirencester Parish Church View from south. Dedicated to St John the Baptist
Cirencester Parish Church
View from south. Dedicated to St John the Baptist
Watermoor Church Watermoor Church, designed by George Gilbert Scott and completed in 1851/2. This area formerly contained both of Cirencester's railway stations as well as most of its commercial activity
Watermoor Church
Watermoor Church, designed by George Gilbert Scott and completed in 1851/2. This area formerly contained both of Cirencester's railway stations as well as most of its commercial activity
Love Lane Trading Estate An area of Cirencester composed mainly of commercial and light industrial development, some of it on the site of the former railway workshops.
Love Lane Trading Estate
An area of Cirencester composed mainly of commercial and light industrial development, some of it on the site of the former railway workshops.
Cirencester Park and Cecily Hill Barracks Looking east towards Cirencester Parish Church down the main ride of the park, home of Earl Bathurst. On the left are the former barracks, built in 1857 to house the local militia.
Cirencester Park and Cecily Hill Barracks
Looking east towards Cirencester Parish Church down the main ride of the park, home of Earl Bathurst. On the left are the former barracks, built in 1857 to house the local militia.
Cirencester House and Church Looking east across parkland towards Cirencester House and the parish church. In addition to the park, this square also contains the hospital and the cemetery.
Cirencester House and Church
Looking east across parkland towards Cirencester House and the parish church. In addition to the park, this square also contains the hospital and the cemetery.
Royal Agricultural College The Royal Agricultural College at Cirencester, looking north across a sports field.
Royal Agricultural College
The Royal Agricultural College at Cirencester, looking north across a sports field.
Avenue of Trees, RAC Avenue of trees running north-west from the Fosse Way to the Royal Agricultural College, Cirencester.
Avenue of Trees, RAC
Avenue of trees running north-west from the Fosse Way to the Royal Agricultural College, Cirencester.
St Lawrence Church Chesterton Effectively a chapel of ease on the Chesterton estate Cirencester, for the parish church.
St Lawrence Church Chesterton
Effectively a chapel of ease on the Chesterton estate Cirencester, for the parish church.
Ashcroft Methodist Church Cirencester In Ashcroft Road Cirencester
Ashcroft Methodist Church Cirencester
In Ashcroft Road Cirencester
Salvation Army Thomas Street Cirencester Opposite to the Friends Meeting House
Salvation Army Thomas Street Cirencester
Opposite to the Friends Meeting House
Lane leading to Chesterton Farm Cirencester Chesterton Farm has an excellent butchers and farm shop.
Lane leading to Chesterton Farm Cirencester
Chesterton Farm has an excellent butchers and farm shop.
Roman Amphitheatre The scale of this is enormous .. people look very small from the top.
Roman Amphitheatre
The scale of this is enormous .. people look very small from the top.
Cirencester Fire Station Cirencester Fire Station, Chesterton Lane, Cirencester is station W21 of the Gloucestershire Fire & Rescue Service.
Cirencester Fire Station
Cirencester Fire Station, Chesterton Lane, Cirencester is station W21 of the Gloucestershire Fire & Rescue Service.
Cirencester, The Fleece Hotel Another of our fine old buildings.
Cirencester, The Fleece Hotel
Another of our fine old buildings.
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Chesterton is located at Grid Ref: SP0100 (Lat: 51.70733, Lng: -1.979418)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Cotswold

Police Authority: Gloucestershire

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Located within 500m of 51.70733,-1.979418
Chesterton
Is In: Gloucestershire, England, UK
Place: village
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Bus Stop
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Bus Stop
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Bin: yes
Bus: yes
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Bus Stop
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Turning Circle
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Turning Circle
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Fast Food
Seafare
Addr City: Cirencester
Addr Housenumber: 12
Addr Postcode: GL7 1XQ
Addr Street: Chesterton Lane
Cuisine: fish_and_chips
Fhrs Id: 1525036
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
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Pharmacy
Chesterton Pharmacy
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Crossing
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Noexit: yes
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Give Way
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Post Box
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Post Box
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Sport: fitness
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Give Way
Direction: forward
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Defibrillator
Access: permissive
Defibrillator Location: Wall of 31 Morestall Drive, on side of Cranhams Lane.
Emergency: defibrillator
Indoor: no
Opening Hours: 24/7
Ref GB The Circuit: 6E611527-67BF-4A79-B76D-AD2D00CCA13C
Lat/Long: 51.7052682/-1.9784501
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