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Upavon Village
Upavon is a beautiful village set in the middle of Salisbury Plain, with picturesque cottages and gorgeous scenery; it is a place that will bring joy when visited. Surrounded by fields, with the River Avon running its length, Upavon is one of the most eye catching places in the Wiltshire area. With excellent amenities, it has kept its village style, and is highly regarded by both locals and visitors alike.
Upavon is in the County of Wiltshire, England. As its name suggests, it is on the upper portions of the River Avon which runs from the north to the south through the village. It is situated about 4 miles (6.4 km) south of Pewsey, about 10 miles (16 km) southeast of the market town of Devizes, about 11 miles (17.7km) north of the prehistoric monument of Stonehenge and about 20 miles (32 km) north of the cathedral city of Salisbury. The A345 and A342 roads run through the village.
History
The occupation of Upavon dates back to the Iron Age settlement at Casterley Camp which lies approximately 1.5 miles west of the current village. The first mention of Upavon itself is in the Domesday Book as 'Oppavrene' (click here to go to Open Domesday website); though there are no details it can be estimated that the village supported some 200 to 250 people. The Iron Age settlement of Chisenbury Camp also lies close by to the southeast. The village prospered during the 12th and 13th centuries and started to develop features that are recognisable today. A large Norman church replaced the previous Saxon one, a manor house was built in the south of the village and a market square developed west of the church in the area that now lies between the two village pubs.
To read a Village History of Upavon written by Verina Horsnel please click here
Latest News
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Upavon Baby and Toddler Group Upavon Baby and Toddler Group meets every Monday from 10am-11.15 in St Mary's Church. All 0-5s and their carers are most welcome for fun, crafts, toys and snacks. See our facebook page...
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May Parish Council Meeting minutes available The Draft Minutes of the May Annual Meeting are available on the website CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD
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June Church Services Churches Services at Upavon, Rushall and Charlton St Peter 6 June St Mary’s, Upavon, 9.30am Parish Communion 13 June St Matthew’s, Rushall, 11am Holy Communion BCP St Peter’s, Charlton St...
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June 2021 Edition of Together Magazine The latest version of the Together Magazine is available by clicking here
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COFFEE MORNING St Mary’s Church, Upavon Saturday June 26th 10 to 12am. Coffee will be served in the church then you are welcome to sit in groups of six inside the church or outside. We hope to serve cakes if...
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The Upavon Table-Tennis and Social Club
The Table-Tennis and Social Club The Club meets on Monday evenings from 1800-2000 hrs in Upavon Village Hall and is open to all ages and all standards of play. You don’t have to... -
Upavon and Rushall Buddy Scheme Upavon and Rushall Buddy Scheme. The Buddy scheme has been very successful since its launch in mid-Mar 20. If you would like to volunteer to help others – or know of someone who needs...
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COVID19 LOCKDOWN EASING Step 3 - not before 17 May Step 3 - not before 17 May Social contact As part of Step 3, no earlier than 17 May, the government will look to continue easing limits on seeing friends and family wherever possible, allowing...
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EVERY 2 MINUTES SOMEONE IS DIAGNOSED WITH TYPE 2 DIABETES
A record number of people in the UK are living with Type 2 diabetes. This figure has more than doubled since 1996. Sadly, many people will experience potentially preventable... -
CHURCH OPENING TIMES CHURCH OPENING TIMES St Peter’s Church, Charlton St Peter St Peter's is open for personal reflection and prayer every Tuesday 2pm-4pm and Saturday 10am-2pm. There is clear guidance given...
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March 2021 Parish Council Minutes are available. The Parish Council Meeting minutes for 24th March 2021 are availble by CLICKING HERE
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Young Persons Allotment plot available Upavon Allotment Society Young Persons Allotment plot available Upavon Allotment Society encourages young people (up to 18 Years) to experience the benefits of growing their own produce through...
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