Wylye

Wylye is a village and civil parish in Wiltshire, England. It lies in the Wylye valley along the River Wylye, a tributary of the River Avon. The parish covers a rural area in the south-west of the county and includes the village of Wylye as well as surrounding farmland and scattered cottages. The landscape is characteristic of the Wiltshire countryside, with hedged fields, copses and gentle undulations.

The name Wylye is of uncertain origin, but the settlement has medieval origins, and the parish church forms the historical heart of the village. The built environment includes several listed buildings that reflect local architectural history.

Governance: Wylye is a civil parish administered by Wiltshire Council, the unitary authority for the area. It elects parish councillors to manage local matters and participates in county-level services.

Economy and community: The local economy is predominantly agricultural, with residents also working in nearby towns and in rural services. The parish supports a village hall and community activities that are typical of small rural communities.

Environment and notes: The Wylye river valley provides a scenic setting and supports a variety of wildlife. Wylye is representative of rural Wiltshire in terms of land use, historical continuity, and village life.