Minstersand
Minstersand is a coastal village and civil parish in the fictional county of Northmere, in the United Kingdom. It occupies a low-lying peninsula along a sandy shoreline, with salt marshes to the north and a tidal estuary to the south. The built-up area is small, centered on a market square and a century-old church.
The name Minstersand reflects its historical association with a nearby minster and the sandy landscape. The
Governance is provided by a parish council responsible for customary local matters, with the parish part of
As of the latest estimates, Minstersand has a population in the low thousands. The local economy historically
Landmarks include St Bartholomew’s Church, a 12th-century fortification on the hilltop, the former windmill repurposed as
Education is provided by Minstersand Primary School, with secondary schooling in nearby towns. Transportation options include
Notable people associated with Minstersand include the 13th-century scholar and the early-20th-century photographer who documented local