Castle Combe sketch outing

Earlier this week, our summer sketching group met up in Castle Combe.  This Wiltshire village, with architecture little changed since the 15th century, is frequently voted the prettiest village in England and is another location in our area which is a favourite with film makers.  Recently it has provided the backdrop for scenes in "The War Horse" and "Stardust".

At any time of the year the village is popular with tourists, but especially so during the summer months so it was very busy.  However, there are no shops, souvenir or gift boutiques so, apart from motor traffic, it really does feel as if you are stepping back in time.

We started off with coffee at The Castle Inn and later stopped for a delicious lunch at The White Hart pub.

Waterside Cottages, Castle Combe
Pen, watercolour, gouache in Hahnemuhle Grey Book

Water Street, Castle Combe (buzzards flying overhead)
Pen, watercolour, gouache in Hahnemuhle Grey Book

The stone structure in the middle of the road was originally used for tethering and mounting horses.

Sketching by Town Bridge

The Old Court House