Fellgetts

Fellgetts is a small village and civil parish in the rural uplands of Northshire, United Kingdom. It comprises the village center and surrounding farmland, with a population in the low hundreds. The parish lies on gently rolling terrain near a small stream and the edge of moorland, about 8 miles from the market town of Alderwick. The local economy is primarily agricultural, supplemented by a village shop, a pub, and a primary school that serves Fellgetts and nearby hamlets.

The name Fellgetts is believed to derive from Old English elements meaning "hill" (fell) and "gate" or "pass" (geat), indicating a historic route near a hillside.

The parish church of St. Mary dates to the 12th century, with later restorations. Fellgetts Hall, a manor house from the early modern period, stands near the village green. The surrounding countryside retains many traditional farmsteads and is a draw for walkers.

Historically, Fellgetts developed around agricultural estates established in the medieval era. The arrival of a minor road in the 18th century improved access but did not spur large-scale industry. In recent decades the village has maintained a rural character while expanding modestly to accommodate commuters.

Notable features include the annual Fellgetts Fair, a community event held in late summer, and a network of public rights of way that connect Fellgetts to adjacent parishes.