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Chilton Foliat Tourist Information


Chilton Foliat is an ancient settlement, going back to Saxon times, and beyond. The village is situated by the River Kennet, some 3 km north west of Hungerford.

It's a small village, set in rolling farmland, with a current population of just over 300 adults. Chilton Foliat is beautiful, with many ancient houses, some of which are thatched. You could say it's a typical English country village. It was designated a conservation area in 1974.

The village lies alongside the River Kennet, a very beautiful and clean chalk land river, much loved by fishermen.

The village has just two visible businesses, the Wheatsheaf pub, and Stag Services. There is a Church of England primary school in the village. The church of St. Mary's is well worth a visit, for those interested in old gravestones and to see the fine stained glass in the church.

Description by Nick Davies

 

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St Mary's Church © Nick Davies
Winter 2007 © Nick Davies
Village fete 2005 © Nick Davies
Bluebells in Fairyland © Nick Davies
The River Kennet © Nick Davies
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Attractions near Chilton Foliat
Highclere Castle (9 Miles)*
Highclere Castle recently featured as 'Downton Abbey' in the recent successful television drama series. Highclere Castle, home of the 8th Earl and Countess of Carnarvon, is probably the finest Victorian House still in existence.
Newbury Racecourse (10 Miles)*
Newbury Racecourse in Berkshire offers some of the best horse racing both on the flat and over jumps. The first race meeting was held here on 26th September 1905.
Vale and Downland Museum and Visitor Centre (12 Miles)*
The collections held at the Museum contain geological, natural history, archaeological, social history and contemporary objects that reflect the Vale of White Horse today.
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What's near Chilton Foliat

Attractions:
  Highclere Castle  9 Miles
  Newbury Racecourse  10 Miles
  Vale and Downland Museum and Visitor Centre  12 Miles
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Towns:
  Hungerford  1 Mile
  Froxfield  2 Miles
  Hungerford Newton  2 Miles
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Estate Agents:
  Marc Allen Estate Agents  1 Mile
  Knight Frank LLP  1 Mile
  Hamptons International  8 Miles
Hotels:
  Legacy Three Swans Hotel  1 Mile
  The Bear Hotel  1 Mile
  The Pheasant Inn  4 Miles
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Bed and Breakfast:
  Fishers Farm  4 Miles
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Self Catering:
  Chilton Apartments and Cottages  14 Miles
  Goodlake Barns  15 Miles
  Ashbrook Apartment Lets  16 Miles
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Campsites:
  Postern Hill Caravan & Camping Site  8 Miles
  Lincoln Farm Park Oxfordshire  21 Miles
  Peterborough Lodge cl  21 Miles
TIC: Marlborough Tourist Information Centre     Tel: 01672 513989  8 Miles



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Towns near Chilton Foliat
Hungerford Tourist Information (1 Mile)*
Froxfield Tourist Information (2 Miles)*
Hungerford Newton Tourist Information (2 Miles)*
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Hotels near Chilton Foliat
The Bear Hotel (1 Mile)*
Owned by Henry VIII and visited by Queen Elizabeth I, this historic 13th century hotel successfully blends its existing architectural features with a twist of modern design.
Days Inn Hotel Membury (4 Miles)*
Situated on the M4, the Days Inn Hotel Membury provides contemporary quality accommodation and an ideal base for exploring the Berkshire countryside.
Elcot Park Newbury by Ramada (5 Miles)*
Boasting 16 acres of private grounds the 18th Century Elcot Park Newbury by Ramada is the ideal setting for a country retreat. Set just outside Newbury the Georgian Manor was once home to the poet Shelley's family.
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Self Catering near Chilton Foliat
Chilton Apartments and Cottages (14 Miles)*
Originally built in the 1600s, Chilton House has been extensively refurbished, offering a delightful combination of old world charm, as well as modern comforts and convenience.
Goodlake Barns (15 Miles)*
The Goodlake Barns are a series of old farm outbuildings built around the central courtyard of an organic dairy farm, in the heart of the picturesque village of Shellingford.
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