English Heritage sites near Chettle Parish
KNOWLTON CHURCH AND EARTHWORKS
5 miles from Chettle Parish
The siting of this ruined medieval church at the centre of a Neolithic ritual henge earthwork symbolises the transition from pagan to Christian worship and creates an atmospheric scene.
OLD WARDOUR CASTLE
8 miles from Chettle Parish
Set in landscaped grounds beside a lake in peaceful Wiltshire countryside, these 14th century ruins provide a relaxed, romantic day out for couples, families and budding historians alike.
FIDDLEFORD MANOR
9 miles from Chettle Parish
The principal parts of a small stone manor house, probably begun about 1370 for William Latimer, Sheriff of Somerset and Dorset. The hall and solar chamber display outstandingly fine timber roofs.
OLD SARUM
17 miles from Chettle Parish
Site of the original Salisbury, this mighty Iron Age hill fort was where the first cathedral once stood and the Romans, Normans and Saxons have all left their mark during 5000 years of history.
CHRISTCHURCH CASTLE AND NORMAN HOUSE
19 miles from Chettle Parish
The castle remains include parts of the keep and the 12th century riverside chamber block or Norman House, a very early example of domestic architecture including a rare Norman chimney.
SHERBORNE OLD CASTLE
19 miles from Chettle Parish
Built on a grand scale in the 12th century by the Bishop of Salisbury, Sherborne was coveted by churchmen and noblemen alike giving it a long, chequered history. Picnic, shop, light refreshments.
Churches in Chettle Parish
Chettle: St Mary
Chettle
Blandford Forum
01725 516311
http://www.chasebeneficedorset.org.uk/
The church is a short walk off the main village street. At the triangle, walk up the slight hill with the Village Hall on your right. For all details about this Parish Church and others in the Chase Benefice please visit our own website http://www.chasebeneficedorset.org.uk/
No churches found in Chettle Parish