High Bradfield & Low Bradfield

Bradfield really consists of two villages; High Bradfield and Low Bradfield. Foxholes farm is set just above Low Bradfield on the hillside facing High Bradfield, providing guests with a perfect viewpoint for both villages.

History
Both villages are dominated by St. Nicholas Parish Church, dating from 1487, and can be seen from many parts of the Parish, standing 860ft above sea level. Inside are many interesting features such as the Saxon Cross, found at Low Bradfield in 1870 and subsequently placed in the church in 1886. The Norman Font is said to have been given by the Cistercian monks of Roche Abbey.
At the gate of the church stands the Watch House, a multiangular building. It was built in 1745 to prevent Body Snatching. Beyond the church yard, behind the church is Bailey Hill. No one seems to know its true origin or purpose. It may have been a look-out post or a Chieftains home, but one thing is certain, it was used by Saxons and Normans.
Almost opposite "The Old Horns" stands the Old Work House built in 1769 to house the poor and homeless of the Parish. At the top of Woodfall Lane is the former Church Hall. It was once the Church of England Day school, erected in 1841. It is now a private dwelling.

The Schoolrooms
This exciting new butchery- deli- cafe is opening in the converted Victorian School building in the heart of Low Bradfield in Spring 2011, open all day every day! The perfect place to stock up on fresh local produce and meat, artisan goods, freshly baked bread and cupboard staples for your self catering break, whilst also serving superb freshly brewed coffee, wholesome breakfasts, delicious lunches and those all important, super indulgent cakes. For further information please visit www.theschoolrooms.co.uk

Local Pubs
The Plough Inn at Low Bradfield is a real ale pub, being a frequent winner of the CAMRA accolade and also serves food Wednesday through to Sunday both at lunchtimes and in the evenings.
The Old Horns Inn at High Bradfield has regular entertainment evenings and popular pie and curry nights weekly in addition to a regular menu Monday through to Sunday both at lunchtimes and in the evenings. This pub has a good family atmosphere and reasonably priced food with a good outdoor play area.