Parish in West Berkshire, England
| Coordinates: | 51.516, -1.356 |
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| OS grid ref: | SU 44 79 |
| Dialling code: | 01635 (Newbury) |
Catmore is a tiny, rural village and civil parish tucked away in West Berkshire, England, set among rolling chalk downland and mixed farmland. The settlement is very small, with a handful of houses and farmsteads linked by quiet lanes and public footpaths, giving it the feel of an unspoilt countryside hamlet rather than a built-up village.
Historically it has medieval roots and retains a number of traditional buildings and the compact parish footprint common to ancient rural parishes; the local economy is dominated by agriculture and estate land, and community life tends to be close-knit with many residents looking to nearby larger villages for shops and services. Its quiet lanes, hedgerows and surrounding downland make it attractive to walkers and anyone seeking a secluded slice of rural Berkshire.