New Farm, Alderton, Wiltshire
Site plan
Welcome to New Farm, an exceptional collection of six individually crafted barn conversions, set in the quintessential Wiltshire village of Alderton.
Nestled in the rolling North Wiltshire countryside between Chippenham and Malmesbury, this rare development offers a unique opportunity to live within beautifully converted historic buildings, reimagined for the way we live today. Each home retains the character and craftsmanship of its agricultural heritage whilst delivering an uncompromising specification: Masterclass kitchens, Villeroy & Boch bathrooms, Hansgrohe fittings, and a Daikin air source heat pump delivering underfloor heating throughout. These are homes that honour their past whilst looking confidently to the future.
Alderton is a small, unspoiled village in the parish of Luckington, sitting quietly within the North Wiltshire countryside close to the border with Gloucestershire. It is the kind of place that feels genuinely tucked away – lanes flanked by Cotswold stone, open farmland in every direction, and a strong sense that life moves at its own pace here. Steps from New Farm, the village duck pond is one of those quietly charming details that sums up life in Alderton perfectly: a timeless, picturesque corner of the village that residents quickly come to treasure. The village is a short mile from Luckington, which provides day-to-day convenience including the much-loved Old Royal Ship Inn – a community-focused country pub serving food from breakfast through to dinner, home to the village shop, a coffee shop, and a skittles alley.
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The landscape surrounding New Farm is simply extraordinary. Walkers and cyclists are spoiled for choice, with the Macmillan Way long-distance trail passing close by, and a network of bridleways and footpaths connecting the village to neighbouring Luckington, Sopworth, and the wider Cotswold countryside beyond. Just a few miles away lies the Badminton Estate – ancestral seat of the Dukes of Beaufort and home to the world-famous Badminton Horse Trials. The deer park and surrounding parkland offer some of the finest walking in Wiltshire, with the Estate’s historic landscape providing a magnificent backdrop in every season. Those who enjoy life in the saddle will appreciate the strong equestrian culture of this part of North Wiltshire, with the Beaufort Hunt a familiar presence across the surrounding countryside.
Just six miles to the northeast lies Malmesbury – a hilltop market town of remarkable character, often called the “Queen of Hilltop Towns” and one of England’s oldest boroughs. At its heart stands the magnificent 12th-century Malmesbury Abbey, whose original carvings remain among the finest examples of Romanesque sculpture in the country. The 15th-century Market Cross and the free Athelstan Museum – home to a Turner painting of the Abbey – add to an exceptional wealth of heritage. Residents can browse a thriving high street of independent retailers, enjoy the weekly Friday farmers’ and artisan market, or take a leisurely walk along the River Avon that winds around the town. For dining, The Old Bell Hotel – said to be the oldest purpose-built hotel in England, dating to around 1220 – offers fine dining in historic surroundings, while The Whole Hog and The Summer Café are popular local favourites for pub food and light lunches respectively.
New Farm occupies a privileged position for connectivity. The M4 motorway is just a short drive away via Junction 18, placing Bristol, Bath, and Swindon all within comfortable commuting distance. Chippenham railway station, on the Great Western Main Line, offers regular GWR services to Bath Spa (approximately 10 minutes), Bristol Temple Meads, Swindon, and London Paddington, making New Farm an exceptionally practical choice for those working in the region’s cities whilst wanting to live somewhere altogether different.
Families relocating to New Farm are well served at every stage of education. In the village of Luckington, Luckington Community School is a well-regarded local primary school, making the school run from Alderton a short and simple affair. For secondary education, Chippenham offers a choice of well-established schools including Hardenhuish School and Abbeyfield School, both serving students from age 11 through to sixth form. For further education, Wiltshire College & University Centre’s Chippenham campus provides a broad range of academic and vocational courses, ensuring that residents have access to comprehensive educational provision across all stages.