Places to see in ( Painswick - UK )
Places to see in ( Painswick - UK )
Painswick is a town and civil parish in Gloucestershire, England. Originally the town grew on the wool trade, but it is now best known for its parish church's yew trees and the local Rococo Garden. The town is mainly constructed of locally quarried Cotswold stone. Many of the buildings feature south-facing attic rooms once used as weavers' workshops. Painswick stands on a hill in the Stroud district, overlooking one of the Five Valleys. Its narrow streets and traditional architecture make it the epitome of the English village.
There is evidence of settlement in the area as long ago as the Iron Age. This can be seen in the defensive earthworks atop nearby Painswick Beacon, which has wide views across the Severn Vale. The local monastery, Prinknash Abbey, was established in the 11th century. Painswick itself first appears in historical records in the Domesday Book of 1086, as Wiche, 'dairy-farm'. It continues to appear by this name into the thirteenth century. The form Painswik first appears in 1237, but must originate in the name of an earlier lord of the manor, Pain Fitzjohn (d. 1137). Pain was a common Anglo-Norman name (itself originating in paiën, Latin paganus, 'heathen').
During the first English Civil War (1642–45) Gloucester was a Parliamentarian stronghold of some strategic importance. Consequently, it was surrounded by forces loyal to the King. After the siege of Gloucester was broken on 5 September 1643, the Royalist army, which had been surrounding the city, encamped overnight at Painswick, with the King staying at Court House. Some damage was caused by the troops and a scar from two small cannonballs can still be seen on the tower of St. Mary's parish church.
The Church of England parish church of Saint Mary is a Grade I listed building. A priest in Painswick is noted in the Domesday Book and so it is assumed that there was also a church here at that time. Evidence suggests that it was built between 1042 and 1066 by Ernesi, a rich Anglo Saxon thegn who was then Lord of the Manor.
In the churchyard Painswick has a fine collection of chest tombs and monuments from the early 17th century onwards, carved in local stone by local craftsmen. The oldest tomb, with fossils on the top, is of William Loveday, Yeoman, dated 1623. Clifton-Taylor describes the churchyard, with its tombs and yews, as the grandest churchyard in England.
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Visiting Gloucestershire England
Visiting Gloucestershire in England can be a surprisingly fun thing to do. Gloucestershire is a historic county mentioned in the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle in the 10th century, though the areas of Winchcombe and the Forest of Dean were not added until the late 11th century. Gloucestershire originally included the small town of Bristol. The local rural community moved to the port city, (as Bristol was to become) and Bristols population growth accelerated during the industrial revolution. Here are some things to do and see while visiting Gloucestershire, England:
Cheese Rolling: Britain is a treasure chest of old customs and Gloucester is no exception. Where else can you see people throwing themselves down a near vertical hill to catch a large Double Gloucester Cheese. Situated on Coopers Hill, a few miles from central Gloucester, the Cheese Roll takes place every May Bank Holiday. It is a very dangerous pastime and very dangerous = great fun!. This is the original extreme sport and it attracts TV crews from all over the world!
Prinknash Abbey: Situated in near the village of Cranham, (very close to the foot of the Cheese Roll!), is the beautiful Prinknash Abbey. Still inhabited by monks and with a working pottery it attracts many visitors from the UK and abroad. It also has a bird park and picnic area as well as a fabulous gift shop. Very tranquil and very interesting.
Gloucester Historic Docks: Right in the centre of the city is the fabulous Victorian docks. Now it is home to many businesses including retail outlets, bars and museums. Gloucester Waterways Museum details life on the waterways with photos and artefacts and interactive computer features. Outside there are a steam dredger, a barge a tugboat and several narrow boats all helping paint the picture. You can also take river cruises from the museum.
The Docks are also home to the Soldiers of Gloucester Museum telling the story of both the Gloucester Regiment and the Hussars.
Gloucester Antique Centre is also situated here. A Fascinating place where you can browse or haggle on all things old from ceramics, clocks and watches, jewellery, glassware furniture, books etc etc. The list is endless.
Gloucester Quays is a discount designer outlet centre with many bargains to be had!
If you are visiting on a Saturday look out for the model boat club sailing every sort of vessel including Warships, paddle boats and Submarines.
Sudely Castle: Home to the families of Lord and Lady Ashcombe and Henry and Mollie Dent-Brocklehurst, Sudely Castle is a fantastic day out.
Learn the history of this wonderful medieval site and explore the award winning gardens. There is also an adventure park for the more energetic visitor and a Pheasantry. Visit St Marys church where Katherine Parr lies buried and if you are getting married you may want to consider Sudely as the venue for your big day.
With numerous exhibitions and acres of grounds Sudely Castle is a great day out.
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The City of Gloucester, England.wmv
Filmed from Robinswood Hill Country Park in Gloucester, where you have a 360 degree panorama of Gloucester, Cheltenham, Forest of Dean, the M5 motorway, Malverns, River Severn and the Cotswold hills. Filmed on 23rd September 2011
Exploring Painswick / Cotswolds
A short walk around a historic old Cotswold wool town.
A country walk - Painswick, Gloucestershire, UK
It is so easy to take for granted the outstanding beauty of the English countryside. These shots were taken just walking about near Painswick Beacon in Gloucestershire. (Sountrack: Warm And Tender Love, Elkie Brooks.)
Driving Along Bilford Road, Blackpole Road & Cotswold Way, Worcester, Worcestershire, England
Driving along Bilford Road (B4482), Blackpole Road (B4550) & Cotswold Way (B4639), Worcester, Worcestershire, England
Videoed on Monday, 17th September 2012
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Pokin' around Painswick, Southern Cotswolds, England
Things in England don't change a lot or not in a hurry. Enjoy this soujourn in a small village nestled in the Southern Cotswolds of England, with bells and sights to jog your own memories
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, UK.
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Driving Along Cranham Drive, Cotswold Way & Blackpole Road, Worcester, England
Driving along Cranham Drive, Cotswold Way (B4639) & Blackpole Road (B4550), Worcester, Worcestershire, England
Videoed on Sunday, 26th February 2012
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Camden Market London
It is a place that our friends Kate and Joel described as: One where all types of ethnicities and cultures combine. And Camden Market was exactly that. Katherine and I found a lot of tourist type goods, but we were also introduced to goods that meet a traveler's desire. The Market is also filled with a lot of Japanese, Chinese, Mexican, and Thai food stands. They seem to be the most prevalent, but their is much more if you pay attention. We stopped in this nice little Egyptian café where we sat up stairs just off the market streets. We enjoyed baklava and mint green tea as we rested from our shopping.