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Hampnett
Summary
A quiet Cotswold village near Northleach, boasting a small church with
quite remarkable interior Victorian decoration.
Hampnett is a very small village up a minor road near Northleach. The
village, really little more than a hamlet, is pretty enough, but it
is the church that really deserves a visit.
The Church
The interior of St George's church, Hampnett, is decorated with truly
amazing Victorian stencilling. The effect is startling, but it also
gives a sense of the kind of colour a medieval church may have had.
The stencil work, based on floral themes, was the idea of Rev W. Wiggins,
vicar of Hampnett in 1868. The church building itself idates to the
Norman period.
Photos of Hampnett Parish church
St George's, Hampnett |
Two photos of the enrtrance to St
George's, Hampnett |
The understated entrance gives no
hint of the colour that waits within.
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Looking into the chancel. Note the
lovely ribbed vaulting shown in this photo and the next two. |
Similar to the previous photo, this
shot gives a better look at the chancel roof |
These photos can only give a glimpse
of the almost overwhelming interior colour that graces St George's,
Hampnett. |
Nearby
Northleach
Regional Attractions:
Cotswolds
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Accommodation
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Slad Farm
Corse Lawn
Self catering cottage
This detached property accessed by a shared tree lined driveway and situated in 4 acres. Offers 2 double bedrooms each with en-suite shower rooms, … more >>
Sleeps 5
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Lance House
Hawkesbury
Self catering cottage
This property offers 1 double, 1 twin, 1 sofa bed, family shower room, lounge, kitchen/diner, private garden. more >>
Sleeps 6
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| Northleach (Hotel) |
The Wheatsheaf Hotel
Featuring open fires and flag stone floors, this 17th century stone Cotswold coaching inn fuses rustic and contemporary styles. Listed in 'The Good Pub Guide' and offering recently refurbished, individually styled en- suite rooms. The Wheatsheaf Hotel also provides a fresh, daily menu prepared by award winning … more >>
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The Wheatsheaf Hotel
Welcome to this delightful "Completely Refurbished" Country retreat with a twist! The Wheatsheaf is a 17th century Cotswold stone coaching inn with flag stone floors; open fires and a rustic/contemporary feel. Located in the picturesque town of Northleach it is the perfect setting to stay while you explore the beautiful … more >>
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