Bearwater

Hungerford | Berkshire

A riverside wildlife habitat

Once mainly water meadows, Bearwater is a beautiful estate with its own lake, set in five acres of grounds on the banks of the River Dun. The two-bedroom properties are arranged around two well-established garden squares. Despite the attractively-remote feel, just a short walk across two wooden bridges and along a pretty riverside path brings you into the centre of Hungerford, arriving near the John o’ Gaunt Inn.

With its many original and beautiful buildings, this small historic town perfectly fits its setting in the North Wessex Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It has both essential shops and interesting independent retailers, being especially well-loved by antique collectors, and it hosts a weekly general market and a monthly farmers’ market. There are a number of unique cultural events that take place every year, including the ancient ceremony of Tutti Day and an Arts Festival. The town also has a mainline station and is close to the M4. The local area offers a wide variety of opportunities to explore the outdoors, from gentle walks along the canal at Hungerford Wharf and strolls amongst the famous snowdrops at Welford Park, to the stunning views across the county atop the hills of Combe Gibbet.