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Highworth, Administrative division in Swindon, England.

Highworth extends across elevated terrain 6 miles northeast of Swindon, featuring numerous Queen Anne and Georgian buildings throughout its center district.

The settlement, mentioned in the Domesday Book as 'Wrde', received its market charter in 1206 and maintained Royalist control during the English Civil War.

The Church of St Michael stands at the town center with 13th-century architectural elements, including original lancet windows and medieval structural components.

The town connects to Swindon via the A361 road, with regular bus services operating between both locations throughout the week.

The population grew from a small medieval settlement to 8,258 residents by 2021, maintaining its weekly market tradition for over 800 years.

Location: Swindon

Website: https://highworthtowncouncil.gov.uk

GPS coordinates: 51.62372,-1.70428

Latest update: March 4, 2025 12:24

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