I had a lovely walk today... a frosty morning... clear skies and bright sunshine.
I live less than five miles from the archetypal English village of Great Budworth.
The church...St Mary and All Saints can be seen from miles away as the village sits on a ridge.
The oldest part of the present church dates from the 14th century the rest from the 15th/16th centuries.
...you can just see the water catching the sunlight.
The bulb was a modern energy saving one... made me laugh as it was mid day and bright sunshine.
This pretty little cottage on the High Street.was built in 1706.
It was a lovely walk and I took hundreds of images... so expect to see some more.
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39 comments:
What a charming village! And I always loved your red phone booths and post boxes!
Beautiful Andrew!! Boom & Gary of the Vermilon River, Canada
That is proper olde english country village-esque. Very nice
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that church is just so COOL!!!
did you buy any eggs or jam? :)
you have the history happening right close by Andrew; how wonderful. That's what we miss here in Australia, those century-old constructions with such great character. Glad you got out there amongst it all on a crispy morn'. Many might've chosen a cosy bed, but look what you achieved, lovely photos to share around the world.
Loved going on the walk with you! I love that antenna on that old cottage (just like the energy-saving bulb in the light post :-)
Delightful Andrew. So beautifully old and English.
Nice! Thanks for letting me take a little vacation without leaving my home.
Great shots. Thanks for visiting.
Roberto, Rio de Janeiro
These pictures are very good...and the light and compositions are great.
greetings, Joop
What a wonderful place, looks more like a Cotswold's village than a northern one.I always forget though, that Cheshire was a principality and that Chester was mentioned in the Domesday Book.Very historic.
You certainly took beautiful photos of this iconic English village. The clear air and perfect light helped too. Love the standing stones of the churchyard with the shadow play and golden light. Look forward to more.
An enchanting little old village! What interesting, delightful shots in the morning sunshine! I was particularly fascinated by the structure sheltering the old well!
HI Andrew...Lovely old village with the modern energy saving bulbs..; }
I love the well house so quaint..glad to see your geting some nice suuny days enjoy!!
Grace
Do you get a chance to check out my daughters blog ..she has a lovely coastal one today..adventureswithrenee!!
Gracexx
Thanks for sharing this delightful village .... a lovely walk back in time Andrew.
Lovely photos Andrew :) I love the one of the old cottage. Eva
Andrew, thanks for sharing this lovely village. Very scenic and beautiful photos!
Your history is amazing! I'm impressed when I see a 100 year old home here...
Great images....a super looking village.
-Trevor
I can't imagine living within walking distance of a place like this! I loved all the tour, but especially like the last shot of the cemetery. Beautiful!
What a lovely start to your day Andrew... crisp frosty morning in a lovely part of the world. We take our history for granted and with so much on our doorstep too.
Only a few weeks ago I walked around the ruins of a bronze age settlement...amazing.
Great post mate with some lovely and well composed images
Great photos from this beautiful, old village.
Thanks for sharing.
I was thinking just how everything is so old in England and then thought maybe I best not mention it. I then went and counted you using "old" or a variation of it 5 times in this post so I guess it is safe to say. Been around for a long time eh?
I love this architecture...and the old red phone booth too, but what really caught my eye was your new header :-)
Wonderful images, Andrew. I look forward to seeing more.
Thanks for sharing these!
Five miles and all that history lays at your feet. Amazing the beauty that surrounds you. I don't think we have any more phone booths here! sandie
These pics just make my heart sing.
You have so many fascinating places there!
I am a tiny bit envious :D
Wonderful photos!
very charming village and I love all the pictures.
So when are they beginning to film some Thomas Hardy or Jane Austen? :-)
It is hard to resist coming and seeing the wonderful pictures that you share with us…
Thanks, Drew!
Fantastic virtual tour... so quaint & lovely place! =)
Fantastic set again :)
I love every shot! Great post, Andrew.
Andrew...How I slipped up and did not have you in my sidebar or as a follower I do not know, but it is a done deal now. Oh, the pubs. They are heavenly...even when the children and the dogs come in with the family....and the music. I love playing my fiddle music. Love the signage. It is so true to your country. Now... #1I have a question....what are the little cylinder thingies coming out of the chimneys. Is it something for a chimney sweeper or what. #2 Request 1 - Take a series of photos of clocks which appear everywhere in the towns #2 Do a series just of pub signage #2 If you ever have a chance to have your camera when a group of old-timers are playing music, please that the shot for me. Do not guess you can tell how much I miss your country. Thank you for always brightening my day and putting a smile on my face. If ever you and your family are in the states you MUST come to Lexington so we can all meet. genie
Beautiful structures and architecture! Those are great photo subjects and you did a wonderful job!
What a lovely collection of images!
Love the shots of the lamp and the inn sign!
the eggs are the freshest Ive ever had! try the jams especially the blackberry if there is any left
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