Grittleton: Architectural History and Sport

When looking for a hotel in Grittleton, it helps to consider the focus of your trip. The village combines historic buildings with several different sporting activities and a circular walk. When choosing where to stay, you can therefore consider whether you are interested in architectural history, a club activity with a specified schedule, or a walk. This focuses your attention on specific topics, each of which can fit into your plans in a different way.

Architectural history in Grittleton

The Church of St Mary dates back to around 1200. Grittleton Baptist Chapel dates from around 1720 and is a Grade II* listed building. The two dates represent different aspects: St Mary is associated with its origins, while the chapel has an approximate construction date. Placing the buildings in chronological context makes it possible to distinguish the older church history from the later construction of the chapel. The Grade II* designation applies to Grittleton Baptist Chapel.

Grittleton House adds a 19th-century architectural history to the picture. The country house is now used as a school. James Thomson built it approximately between 1832 and 1856; H. Clutton made alterations for Joseph Neeld in 1853–1854. The periods overlap, but refer to different work: the first span dates the construction, while the second covers Clutton’s alterations. This helps distinguish the lengthy construction period from the separately dated changes. The St Mary the Virgin Parish Church of Grittleton is listed as open daily from 09:00 until dusk. Before visiting, check whether access is possible at that time.

Sporting events and participation

Sporting interests give Grittleton a different focus. Grittleton CC welcomes players of all ability levels to join. Cricket has been played in Grittleton since at least 1868. This places the village’s long cricket history alongside the club’s current invitation. If you would like to play during your trip, this invitation offers a different point of contact from a scheduled competition; check the specific options directly with the club.

Grittleton Tennis Club meets on Mondays from 18:00 to 20:00, from April to October. Grittleton Golf Society holds four competitions each year. The two details differ for planning purposes: for tennis, the day of the week, time and season are specified; for the Golf Society, the annual number of competitions is given. If you are planning your trip around a specific sporting activity, check the date in advance. This is particularly useful if your travel dates depend on a weekly meeting or a competition.

Getting your bearings

As a reference point for your journey, Grittleton Village Hall is five minutes from Junction 17 of the M4. Next to the hall is an enclosed children’s playground, which you can take into account as a specific stop when travelling with children.

The Grittleton circular walk starts at the Neeld Arms. Check the route locally before setting off.

More destinations

Discover more destinations: Bratton, Crudwell, Colerne, Marlborough, Alderbury, Ansty, Market Lavington, Staverton.

For the broader travel overview: Wiltshire.