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Codford Community – A Vibrant Wiltshire Village in the Wylye Valley
Codford is a charming and historic village community in Wiltshire, England, nestled in the scenic Wylye Valley near Salisbury Plain. Comprising Codford St Peter and Codford St Mary, the village offers a rich blend of countryside living and modern convenience, with amenities including a village shop, post office, primary school, GP surgery, theatre, and the popular Codford Village Hall and Broadleaze Bar.
Known for its strong community spirit, Codford hosts regular local events, sports activities, and cultural gatherings.
With easy access to Salisbury, Bath, and Warminster via the A36, Codford is ideal for families, retirees, and visitors seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle. Whether you're looking for a welcoming place to live, explore, or invest, Codford is a hidden gem in the heart of Wiltshire.
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May quiz
Are you ready to take on the May quiz challenge?
Who was the 2nd female Home Secretary?
How many full moons are there in May 2026?
On 24th May 1796 Edward Jenner began vaccinating against which disease?
Catherine Zita Jones & Pam Ferris starred in which TV series which ran from 1991-1993?
In 1954 which medical student broke the record running a mile in under four minutes?
In which city is the MAIFELD where the 1936 Olympics were held?
Codename Operation Dynamo was the name, but which evacuation began 26th May 1940?
Who was the author of ‘The Scarlet Letter’?
What is the word meaning disorder & chaos?
Which ancient South American civilisation worshiped Kulkul Kanan / or The Feathered Serpent?
An American president who fought in the South Pacific and the longest reigning King of France share a birthday 29th May, who were they?
In May 1943 the RAF attacked the Ruhr River Dams. Who were those who took part in the raid?
How long is the typical adult life of a Mayfly?
Who was the actor who played King George III, Archdeacon Grantley & Civil Servant Sir Humphry Appleton?
With a birthday on the 2nd May, who is the third royal in line to the throne?
Which exclusive area of Westminster is the highest rental property on the Monopoly Board?
Released in 1971, what Rod Stewart song was based on a youthful encounter with an older woman?
What colour is the fruit of the May tree ?
The surname Mayo has strong connections to which country?
Two famous ships left Southampton, the ill fated Titanic in 1912, what was the other that sailed to Cape Cod in 1620?
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Codford Village ANZAC day service of Commemoration - 25th April 2026
Codford Village ANZAC day service of Commemoration - 25th April 2026
Codford Village ANZAC day service of Commemoration - 25th April 2026
Easter service at St Peter's and St Mary's church. April 2026
Easter service at St Peter's and St Mary's church. April 2026.
Ladies circle meeting - February 2026.
Ann Levick receiving birthday flowers from the Ladies circle - February 2026.
Fireworks committee donating funds to local community initiatives following successful firework night - Jan 2026
Community cafe receive well deserved 5 star hygiene rating - Jan 2026.
Wylye Valley Bell ringers had a wonderful opportunity to ring the bells at St Giles church Imber.
Upple Wylye Valley Bell ringers enjoying a ring at Imber church - Dec 2026
Upple Wylye Valley Bell ringers enjoying a ring at Imber church - Dec 2026
Wylye Valley bell ringers enjoying their Christmas meal at the Prince Leopold - December 2025
Wylye Valley Bell ringers had a wonderful opportunity to ring the bells at St Giles church Imber. December 2025.
Codford fireworks amazing display at Stockton park - Nov 2025
amazing fireworks at this years Codford fireworks display
This annual village event always takes place on the first Saturday of July (this year being on the 5th); it is a unique collaboration between local people and UK based Australian Defence Forces personnel who get together each year to keep our treasured World War 1 memorial in good shape. This year was a 'vintage' one, with a good turnout of locals and a strong Aussie contingent including a dozen members of their Ukrainian training team coming down from East Anglia - July 2025.
This annual village event is a unique collaboration between local people and UK based Australian Defence Forces personnel who get together each year to keep our treasured World War 1 memorial in good shape. This year was a 'vintage' one, with a good turnout of locals and a strong Aussie contingent including a dozen members of their Ukrainian training team coming down from East Anglia - July 2025.
This annual village badge cleaning event was a 'vintage' one, with a good turnout of locals and a strong Aussie contingent including a dozen members of their Ukrainian training team coming down from East Anglia. The badge looks amazing after its had a good clean! July 2025
Visit by Codford and District Gardening Club to Gasper Cottage garden on 16th July 2025.
Codford and District Gardening Club enjoying a visit to to Gasper Cottage garden on 16th July.
Visit by Codford and District Gardening Club to Gasper Cottage garden on 16th July 2025.
The 18th of June saw the Ladies Circle meet for a really nice tea party at the house of Daisy Swallow - Rockwell on the High Street in Codford. Jenny Hunt presented Daisy with some flowers and a bottle of wine to thank her on behalf of the Ladies Circle. June 2025
Wylye Valley School delivering their Easter eggs to a variety of places including the Children’s Ward at Salisbury District Hospital, Codford GP surgery, Warminster library and charity shops in Warminster, as part of the Compass collaboration schools event. Easter 2025.
Wylye Valley School engaged in the Compass collaboration schools event. Easter 2025.
Codford and district gardening club visit to The Hospital of St. Cross and the Almshouses of the Noble Poor in Winchester on 18th June 2025.
Codford and district gardening club enjoying a visit to The Hospital of St. Cross and the Almshouses of the Noble Poor in Winchester on 18th June 2025.
More wonderful views from Codford and district gardening clubs visit to The Hospital of St. Cross and the Almshouses of the Noble Poor in Winchester on 18th June 2025.
Codford Ladies circle visit the Great bustards - June 2025.
Codford Ladies Circle cake stall at Codford gardening club annual plant sale - May 2025
Scaffolding up at St Peter's church to reinstate the pinnacles. April 2025
View from the top of the scaffolding at St Peter's church - April 2025.
ANZAC service of commemoration on Friday 25th April 2025 at 06:30 at the Commonwealth War Graves Commission Cemetery, Codford St Mary.
Village Hall renovations, initially to replace the windows - March 2025.
Ann Levick continues to celebrate her 80th birthday
Woolstore theatre
St Mary's church
Delicious cakes at the Thursday community cafe
St Peter's church
Children enjoying Tennis club
Thursday community cafe
Fun at the annual village fete
Fun at the annual village fete
Badminton club
Park Run
Donkey rides at the annual village fete
Great day at the annual village fete
Thursday community cafe
Fun at the annual village fete
Codford Bell Ringers
More fun at the annual village fete
Tennis club
Children having fun at the Tennis club
Caterpillars visiting the Thursday Cafe
Caterpillars enjoying some time in the Village Hall play park
Wonderful tree in the Village Hall grounds
Codford Bell Ringers
