Newtown, Bradford-On-Avon, BA15

Built in the 17th century, the house was originally constructed as two separate dwellings, using traditional coursed limestone rubble beneath a stone tiled roof, with gabled elevations to both front and rear. Many original architectural features remain evident, including stone mullioned casement windows with drip moulds and a chamfered, square headed stone doorway, all of which contribute to the property’s exceptional character and sense of age. The house takes its name from the renowned Ladywell spring, located nearby on the hillside above Newtown. For many centuries, Ladywell was one of Bradford on Avon’s principal sources of fresh water, long celebrated for its purity and reliability. The spring is believed to derive its name from a small chapel dedicated to Our Lady, once situated on the hill above, giving the area lasting spiritual and historic significance. Prior to the introduction of a piped water system in the late 19th century, townspeople relied on Ladywell daily, and its flow helped shape the early development of Newtown and the surrounding streets. Ladywell offers a rare opportunity to own home of architectural and historic importance, combining period charm with a peaceful yet exceptionally convenient setting in one of Wiltshire’s most picturesque market towns. Properties with such a direct and well documented connection to Bradford on Avon’s early infrastructure and daily life are seldom available. Having been sensitively extended, a superb living, kitchen/dining room with contemporary fittings and island unit now opens out to the walled gardens. The main sitting room is beamed with a wonderful fireplace and wood burner taking centre stage with the feature of an exposed well beneath the stairs. A selection of bedrooms are arranged on the upper floors with the principal bedroom with en-suite shower room, occupying the top floor exclusively.

Outside

This unique home offers exceptional privacy within a walled garden, landscaped to provide an oasis in which to relax or entertain alfresco benefitting from a southerly aspect. With a vault store and a profusion of shrubs and seasonal planting, the gardens also extend across the front of the house with a set of private steps leading from the road.

Situation

Newtown is one of Bradford on Avon’s most characterful residential addresses, formed as a carefully engineered hillside route, beneath which early water conduits once carried Ladywells supply down into the town. Today, the street retains a strong sense of historic continuity, with stone buildings stepping down the slope and fine views across the Avon valley. With many shops, boutiques and restaurants in the town, there is a wide selection of country walks to neighbouring villages with the Kennet and Avon canal a short distance away and the railway station less than a half a mile walk. Mainline trains run to Weymouth and Bristol, with Bath only a 10 minute journey away. Ease of access is also provided to London Paddington. The number of quaint shops, pubs, and tea rooms in the town are too numerous to mention, but a joy to explore and find.

Property Ref Number:

HAM-64431

Additional Information

Services: All mains connected - new boiler January 2026.