Parish in Stroud, Gloucestershire, England
| Coordinates: | 51.813, -2.244 |
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| OS grid ref: | SO 83 12 |
| Dialling code: | 01452 (Gloucester) |
Brookthorpe-with-Whaddon is a small, rural civil parish in the district of Stroud, Gloucestershire, England, made up mainly of the settlements of Brookthorpe and Whaddon. It sits on gently undulating countryside at the edge of the Cotswolds, a short drive from Gloucester, and is characterised by farmland, hedgerows and quiet lanes.
The area has historic roots stretching back to medieval times, reflected in local churches and a number of listed buildings, while its economy remains largely agricultural alongside a commuter population who work in nearby towns; community life tends to centre on village events, the parish church and outdoor pursuits such as walking and riding.
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