Welcome to Rivar

Rivar is a small village located in the county of Wiltshire, England. It is situated on the banks of the River Dun, which flows through the village and provides a picturesque setting for residents and visitors alike. The village has a rich history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the Bronze Age. Today, Rivar is a peaceful and charming community that offers a range of amenities and attractions for those who choose to call it home.

One of the most notable features of Rivar is its beautiful countryside setting. The village is surrounded by rolling hills, lush green fields, and dense woodland, making it an ideal location for outdoor enthusiasts. There are numerous walking and cycling trails in the area, as well as opportunities for fishing, horse riding, and other outdoor activities. The River Dun is also a popular spot for boating and kayaking, and there are several local companies that offer guided tours and equipment rental.

Despite its rural location, Rivar is well-connected to the rest of Wiltshire and beyond. The village is just a short drive from the town of Hungerford, which offers a range of shops, restaurants, and other amenities. The nearby M4 motorway provides easy access to London and other major cities, while the local train station offers regular services to Reading and other destinations. With its stunning natural beauty, rich history, and convenient location, Rivar is a truly unique and special place to live.

Local Weather

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Temp: 18.3°C

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Local Schools

School Details
Shalbourne C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Ruth Matthews
Shalbourne
Marlborough
Wiltshire
SN8 3QH
01672870475
School Website
Great Bedwyn Church Of England School
Academy Converter
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Ms Michelle Perrett
Farm Lane
Great Bedwyn
Marlborough
Wiltshire
SN8 3TR
1672870482
School Website
Inkpen Primary School
Community School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Ms Frances Buck
Weavers Lane
Inkpen
Hungerford
Berkshire
RG17 9QE
01488668219
School Website
Vernham Dean Gillums Church Of England Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Miss Cheryl Hawkings
Vernham Dean
Andover
Hampshire
SP11 0JY
01264737241
School Website
John O'gaunt School
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:11-16
Head Teacher
Mr Richard Hawthorne
Priory Road
Hungerford
Berkshire
RG17 0AN
1488682400
School Website
Hungerford Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr David Mayer
Fairview Road
Hungerford
Berkshire
RG17 0BT
01488682230
School Website
Hungerford Nursery School Centre For Children
La Nursery School
Ages:2-5
Head Teacher
Mrs Suzanne Taylor
22 The Croft
Hungerford
Berkshire
RG17 0HY
01488682628
School Website
St Katharine's Cofe Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Ms Niki Jones
Savernake Forest
Marlborough
Wiltshire
SN8 3BG
1672870492
School Website
Kintbury St Marys C E Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Alison Mcdonald
Gainsborough Avenue
Kintbury
Hungerford
Berkshire
RG17 9XN
01488658336
School Website
Burbage Primary School
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Zoe Garbutt
Blackmans Lane
Off Ailesbury Way
Burbage
Marlborough
Wiltshire
SN8 3TP
01672810452
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Bedwyn
The Knapp, Great Bedwyn, Wiltshire, SN8 5RD
3.09 Miles
Hungerford
Station Road, Hungerford, Berkshire, RG17 0DY
4.44 Miles
Kintbury
Station Road, Kintbury, Berkshire, RG17 9UT
5.31 Miles
Pewsey
North Street, Pewsey, Wiltshire, SN9 5ER
9.74 Miles
Andover
Station Approach, Andover, Hampshire, SP10 3HW
10.07 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Taffs Taxis
07818 426011
33 Lancaster Sq, Hungerford, Berkshire, RG17 0AQ
3.92 Miles
Portdown Cars
01488 681244
16 Sarum Way, Hungerford, Berkshire, RG17 0LJ
3.98 Miles
Hungerford Cars
01488 685467
7 Orchard Pk Cl, Hungerford, Berkshire, RG17 0BJ
4.08 Miles
Click-A-Cab Hungerford Taxis
01488 580002
Tarrant's Hill, Hungerford, Berkshire, RG17 0BL
4.08 Miles
1St Direct Cars Of Hungerford
01488 681182
35 Church Way, Hungerford, Berkshire, RG17 0JP
4.22 Miles
Webair
07818 430095
21 Meadowview, Hungerford, Berkshire, RG17 0YY
4.65 Miles
Great Bedwyn Taxis
07966 463809
5 Lavington Close, Marlborough, Wiltshire, SN8 3AL
5.36 Miles
Aldbourne Taxis
07977 059991
The Mill House/Conygre Farm, Pewsey, Wiltshire, SN9 5LU
6.47 Miles
Debroy Prestige Cars
07968 649488
Andover Road, Andover, Hampshire, SP11 9NE
7.51 Miles
Mandptaxis
07988 677072
24 Astor Crescent, Andover, Hampshire, SP11 9RF
7.80 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Sn8 Rivar Road Marlborough
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
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Sn8 Shalbourne Post Office
Weekday Last Collection:16:15
Saturday Last Collection:12:30
Priority Mailbox:
Special Mailbox:
Sn8 Shalbourne Village Marlborough
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sn8 Ham Marlborough
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sn8 Newtown Shalbourne Marlborough
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sn8 Buttermere
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sn 8 Henley Farm
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sn8 Oxenwood Marlborough
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sn8 Ham Spray Marlborough
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sn8 Fosbury Vicarage Marlborough
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Rg17 - Stype
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sn8 Marten Marlborough
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sn8 Fosbury Marlborough
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
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Sn8 Tidcombe Marlborough
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Vernham Row
Weekday Last Collection:16:15
Saturday Last Collection:10:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Old School House Surgery
01672 870388
Old School House Surgery
Church St, Great Bedwyn
Marlborough
Wiltshire
SN8 3PF
Hungerford Surgery
01488 682507
Hungerford Surgery
The Croft
Hungerford
Berkshire
RG17 0HY
Kintbury & Woolton Hill Surgery
01488 658294
Kintbury Surgery
Newbury Street
Kintbury
Berkshire
RG17 9UX
Burbage Surgery
01672 810566
9 The Sprays
Burbage
Marlborough
Wiltshire
SN8 3TA
Ramsbury Surgery
01672 520366
Ramsbury Surgery
Whittonditch Road
Ramsbury, Marlborough
Wiltshire
SN8 2QT
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Local Stores

Hungerford
15 High Street
Hungerford
Berkshire
RG17 0DN
01488 682892
Store Website
4.47 miles
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SPAR Enham Alamein
17 Newbury Road
Enham Alamein
Andover
SP11 6HH
01264 335678
Store Website
8.4 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Mcgonnell &Amp; Gillatt Equine Veterinary Practice Ltd
1 Denford Manor Barn
Bath Road
Hungerford
Berkshire
RG17 0UN
01488 657575
office@mghorsevets.co.uk
4.73 miles
Animals Treated
Equines

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Hungerford Vets Ltd
The Veterinary Hospital
4 Bath Road
Hungerford
Berkshire
RG17 0HE
01488 682193/683999
office@hungerfordvets.co.uk
Website
4.77 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Poultry

Small Mammals

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Coach House Vets Ltd
The Coach House
Burlyns
East Woodhay
Newbury
Berkshire
RG20 0NU
01635 254544
reception@coachhousevets.com
Website
6.19 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Camelids

Cats

Dogs

Equines

Poultry

Sheep/Goats

Small Mammals

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We provide our own out of hours service
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We provide our own out of hours service
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We provide our own out of hours service
Sat00:0000:00
One of our vets answers the phone for our weekend service for sick animals
Sun00:0000:00
We provide our own out of hours service
O'Gorman Equine Veterinary Limited
Halfway Manor Farmhouse
Bath Road
Newbury
Berkshire
RG20 8NT
01635 281236
info@ogvets.co.uk
Website
7.02 miles
Animals Treated
Equines

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Foxcotte Veterinary Clinics Ltd
The Old Surgery
2 St James Street
Ludgershall
Wiltshire
SP11 9QF
01264 790609
7.52 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Exotic/Wild

Small Mammals

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Closed between 10:00 and 17:00
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Closed between 10:00 and 17:00
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Bryan O'Meara Veterinary Consultant
Oak Mead
Wickham Heath
Newbury
Berkshire
RG20 8PH
07747 561 380
bryanomeara@yahoo.com
8.16 miles
Animals Treated
Equines

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Local Dog Walks

Hurstbourne Tarrant
Start And Finish At Hurstbourne Tarrant, We Parked Opposite The Church By The Stream.
B3048
Hurstbourne Tarrant
Andover
SP11 0AY
6.85 miles

Park Opposite The Church, By The Primary School.
Location
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Savernake Forest
The Old Forest Of Savernake Is Derived From Ancient Wood Pasture Management, And Has Many Veteran Trees. The Forest Extends To 1100 Hectares (2750 Acres) Most Of Which Is Classified As A Special Site Of Scientific Interest (Sssi) As Well As Being Registered As An Important Historic Park.
Long Harry
Marlborough
Lancashire
SN8 3HW
7.30 miles

Location
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St Mary Bourne Loop
This 6.9 Mile (9Km) Walk Starts And Finishes At The St Mary Bourne Village Shop. There Is A Small Car Park And Recreation Ground Here.
4 Bourne Mdw
St Mary Bourne
Andover
SP11 6BE
9.56 miles

Grid Reference Su 421 503, W3w.Co/Fruitcake.Spooked.Bring
Location
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Anton Lakes Quick Walk
Short Walk (About 20 Mins Or So Depending On Walking Speed) But Can Go Round A Couple Of Times And There Are Fields/Other Routes That Can Lengthen The Walk. Lots Of Local Wildlife Around. Main Path Easy To Navigate
4 Lawrence Cl
Andover
Lancashire
SP10 3SY
9.73 miles

Just Off Ring Road Roundabout. Clearly Signposted With A Small Car Park. Nice Little Route Around The Lake
Location
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Pewsey Wharf
Walk Along The Canal
Pewsey Wharf
Marlborough Road
Lancashire
9.96 miles

Location
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Donnington Castle
Donnington Castle Farm Cottage
Castle Ln
Donnington
Newbury
RG14 2LE
10.09 miles

Location
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