Fovant & Chalke Valley

The Fovant & Chalke Valley ward is located in the southern part of Wiltshire, England. It encompasses a mix of rural villages, farmland, and areas of natural beauty. The ward includes settlements such as Fovant, Broad Chalke, and Bowerchalke, each with their own distinct character. The landscape is shaped by the River Ebble and the surrounding chalk downlands, which are part of the Cranborne Chase and West Wiltshire Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

The area has a strong agricultural heritage, with farming playing a key role in the local economy. Historic features, including ancient churches and traditional thatched cottages, reflect its long-standing rural identity. The ward also has connections to military history, with the Fovant Badges—chalk hill carvings created by soldiers during World War I—being a notable landmark. Community life centres around village halls, local pubs, and events that bring residents together.