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Minchinhampton, Gloucestershire, with its old Market House on the right: Source: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Minchinhampton8415.JPGAuthor: Clem Rutter, Rochester Kent
Minchinhampton is an old market town in Stroud district, in Gloucestershire, England. Its history goes back to the Iron Age, based on the existence of an Iron Age fort which today is within the Minchinhampton Common.
The commercial and retail area of Minchinhampton huddle tightly around its High Street. There is the usual array of shops within a small town, such as a dairy outlet, a restaurant, a cafe, and others. At the Market Square is a War Memorial and the Market House, built in the 17th century. The two main churches in town are the Holy Trinity Church and the Minchinhampton Baptist Church.
Visiting Minchinhampton
From London, take the M40 motorway until Exit 8, then continue on the A40 motorway, passing Oxford. At Northleach, turn south on the A429 road into Cirencester. From Cirencester, continue west on the A419 road until junction to turn left to Minchinhampton.
Holy Trinity Church, Minchinhampton: Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Minchinhampton.church.arp.jpgAuthor: Arpingstone
Places of Interest in Minchinhampton
- Holy Trinity Church: Anglican parish church of Minchinhampton.
- Minchinhampton Common: Recreation area for walkers and golfers managed by the National Trust.
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