Orcheston houses [9]
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Image: © Michael Dibb Taken: 2 Jan 2023
Quainton is a detached house, dated 1663. There have been alterations in the 18th century and there are two early 19th century extensions. Constructed of brick with stone quoins, the 19th century addition is of cob, all under a concrete tile roof. Listed, grade II, with details at: https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1181862 The small village of Orcheston lies on Salisbury Plain about a mile northwest of Shrewton and some 6¼ miles west of Durrington. Salisbury plain has been inhabited since prehistoric times, and Orcheston is recorded in the 1086 Domesday Book. The source of the River Till is nearby. The village has two 13th century churches.
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