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St Arild, Oldbury-on-the-Hill
The west tower of this charming, typical small country church is visible across the fields from Didmarton. Dedicated to a local saint, about whom little is known, it was built in the 13th century, with some repairs being carried out in the 18th century. It escaped restoration by the Victorians; the simple interior with its box pews, a two-decker pulpit and reading desk suggest that time has passed this building by.
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Dedication: St Arild
Address: St Arild's church, Oldbury-on-the-Hill, Didmarton, Badminton, Gloucestershire, GL9 1EA
Parking facilities: Yes
Toilet facilities: No
Accessibility issues: Access across fields or via farmyard. Churchyard rough and often un-mown
OS Ref no: ST 819 882
Directions: 1 mile north of Didmarton and 6 miles south west of Tetbury off A433; access via footpath across the fields, opposite Lower Oldbury Farm, on lane running round north side of Didmarton village
Nearby attractions: Westonbirt Arboretum, the Badminton Estate.