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Brimpton

Built-up area in West Berkshire, England

Coordinates:51.381, -1.197
OS grid ref:SU 55 65
Population:325
Dialling code: 01635 (Newbury)

Brimpton is a small village and civil parish in West Berkshire, set in rolling agricultural countryside between Reading and Newbury. It occupies a pleasant position near the Kennet valley with quiet lanes, commons and a scattering of historic cottages alongside more modern homes, so many residents commute into the surrounding towns while retaining a rural feel.

Historically an agricultural community with roots in the medieval parish system, Brimpton retains listed buildings, a village hall and local social life centred on community clubs and the village pub. The parish sits on the edge of the North Wessex Downs AONB, making it popular with walkers and anyone who enjoys countryside pursuits while remaining within easy reach of regional services.

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Transport links

  • Airport Southampton Airport 30.6 miles49.2 km
  • Airport London Heathrow Airport 32.5 miles52.3 km
  • Railway station Midgham Railway Station 1.3 miles2.1 km
  • Railway station Thatcham Railway Station 2.2 miles3.5 km

Local points of interest

  • Aldermaston Court Estate 2 miles3.3 km
  • Newbury Racecourse Recreation 4.5 miles7.3 km
  • Sulhampstead House Estate 6.1 miles9.9 km
  • Mortimer Lodge Estate 6.4 miles10.4 km
  • The Vyne Historic site 7 miles11.2 km
  • Mortimer House Estate 7.1 miles11.5 km
  • Milestones Museum 8.7 miles14.1 km
  • Oakley Hall Estate 9.1 miles14.6 km
  • Madejski Stadium Stadium 9.7 miles15.6 km
  • University of Reading University 11.7 miles18.8 km
  • Crowsley Park Estate 14.2 miles22.8 km
  • Dogmersfield House Estate 15.7 miles25.3 km

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