From the village’s mention in the Domesday Book to the 1935 K6 kiosk, Burton Coggles offers several clearly datable perspectives on history and architecture. The Church of St Thomas a Becket brings together building phases from several centuries; at Manor Farm, the barn and Pigeoncote provide further examples of building materials and dates. A described 9½-mile circular walk adds a specific hiking option.
Church with several building phases
The Church of St Thomas a Becket is listed as a Grade I building. Its fabric dates from the 12th, early 13th, early 14th and 17th centuries; the church was restored in 1874. Its building history therefore spans a broad period, complemented by another clearly dated restoration.
The porch contains two early 14th-century knightly figures, depicted with crossed legs. This specific detail adds a glimpse of the church’s sculptural design to its building phases. Opening times are posted outside the building; if you are planning a visit to the church, you can refer to the information there.
K6 kiosk and Manor Farm buildings
The K6 Telephone Kiosk is listed as a Grade II monument. Sir Giles Gilbert Scott designed it in 1935; the kiosk is made of red-painted cast iron. It has a strong visual relationship with the listed barns beside it. In comparison with the church’s history, which spans several centuries, the 1935 design provides a clearly dated architectural point of reference.
The barn at Manor Farm dates from the mid-18th century. Its walls are made of limestone rubble, its roof is tiled, and its gables are capped with stone. The chronology of the Pigeoncote at Manor Farm begins earlier: it dates from the late 17th century, was extended in the mid-18th century and altered in the 19th century. The two buildings therefore offer a way to compare different construction periods and specific architectural features.
Local history and nature
Burton-le-Coggles is mentioned in the Domesday Book. The place was originally called “Byrton-en-les-Coggles”; the name referred to a paved road that ran through the area. Alongside the datable buildings, the local history thus offers its own connection to a historic route. Burton Coggles Embankment is one of the grassland sites important for nature conservation.
Walks and events
A circular walk described in September 2019 is 9½ miles long. It starts in the village of Burton le Coggles, goes to Lower Bitchfield and Inglesby, and then returns to its starting point in the village. The route is a separate walking option to include in your plans. Since the account dates from 2019, check access and path conditions locally before walking it today.
Events at the Church of St Thomas a Becket may also be relevant to your plans: Holy Communion is celebrated there on the first Sunday of each month. The annual Harvest Festival includes a service and a harvest supper; a carol service is also held every year. If you would like to time your trip to coincide with one of these events, check the exact dates in advance.
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