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"Splendid Church Knowle: An Optimum Canvas for Swain and Rand's Home Improvements"

Nestled away in the picturesque county of Dorset, Church Knowle is a hidden gem. This quintessentially English village, extolled for its rustic charm, is brimming with historical allure and natural beauty. A place where the rusticity of the past brushes elbows with modern day enhancements such as windows, doors, or even larger scale home improvements.

Founded upon a rich tapestry of history, Church Knowle stands as a beacon of Dorset's past. The honey-coloured thatched cottages that pepper the village are emblazoned with traditional wooden windows, showcasing old-world craftsmanship, still prevalent today. Each window provides a snapshot into the past but also acts as a canvas for potential future improvements. Swain and Rand's can tenderly embellish these historic homes with modern finishes whilst maintaining their old-world charm.

The doors in Church Knowle are more than mere entryways; they offer welcoming portals into a bygone era. Adorning each domicile with their elegant structures, they can be seen as historical artefacts that capture the essence of the place. Yet, there's always room for improvement to ensure efficiency and security, something Swain and Rand's excel at.

But it takes more than just windows and doors to complete a house. Element such as conservatories and orangeries play a significant role in turning a house into a home. These elegant additions provide a seamless connection between the home's interior and the beauty that is Dorset's landscape. Church Knowle, with its scenic vistas, provides the perfect backdrop for these glass structures. Installed by professionals such as Swain and Rand's, they become cosy havens where relaxation meets spectacular views all year round.

Porches in Church Knowle too, are a sight to behold. Not just an aesthetic addition, they provide a unique space for interaction, promoting a sense of community amongst the locals. Home improvements such as a renovated porch, can truly enhance the homely feeling, making houses in Church Knowle not just a place to live, but a home to cherish and love.

Now, let's stray a bit from bricks and mortar and share some other intriguing aspects of Church Knowle. Did you know that Church Knowle Food Fare, held every July, attracts food lovers from all over Dorset, Hampshire, and Wiltshire? This gastronomic grandeur showcases Dorset's finest foods and contributes significantly to the village's vibrant social calendar.

As another fun fact, in a more tranquillizing corner of Church Knowle, the Margaret Green Animal Rescue is nestled, one of the most extensive animal rescue centres in the UK. This place acts as a testament, demonstrating the community's passion for welfare and compassion for all living beings.

Church Knowle, with its history and charm, remains a perfect location for those seeking to enhance their homes in harmony with the village's historical and natural beauty. Whether it's replacing windows, doors, or adding orangeries and porches, Swain and Rand's promise to inject modern professionalism whilst maintaining the traditional accents that make Church Knowle so special.

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Church Knowle

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Church Knowle is a village and civil parish on the Isle of Purbeck in the county of Dorset in the south of England.Church Knowle village is situated about 1 mile (1.6 km) west of Corfe Castle, 4 miles (6.4 km) south of Wareham and 6 miles (9.7 km) west of Swanage. In the 2011 census the parish which includes the settlements of East Creech and Furzebrook to the north had 114 households and a population of 261.The church is named Saint Peter's Church.

Church Knowle Fete is held in the grounds of the Old Rectory every August.Buried in the Churchyard at Church Knowle are the two brothers who brought the first steam locomotive (Primus) to Purbeck in 1866 - The Pike Brothers - John William and William Joseph Pike (Purbeck Ball Clay Merchants). They are buried together with their relatives.

John is buried with his mother-in-law Charlotte Bridges Mayer, who was the daughter of William Adams of London and wife of the potter Thomas Mayer. John lived at Westport House in Wareham, now the site of the home of Purbeck District Council.

William Joseph lived in North Street Wareham. William Joseph's 7-year-old son was drowned in Studland Bay and is buried alongside his father.

John and William Joseph's clay merchant father - William lived nearby at Bucknowle House and it was here that the Pike Brothers were born. William Pike's father-in-law was Jacob Warburton who founded the New Hall Pottery in Staffordshire and also leased Bucknowle Farm when he retired to be close to his daughters, Ann and Catherine.

Catherine had married local land owner William Voss.Warburton Pike was born at Church Knowle and was another son of William Pike. He was educated at University College London and went on to the Middle Temple where he was certified as a Special Pleader.

In 1879 Pike published "Translations from Dante, Petrarch, Michael Angelo and Vittoria Colonna" and went on to be the first person to translate Dante's "Inferno" into English in 1881. Although he died in Highgate, he is buried alongside his family in St. Peter's graveyard.On 15 June 1945 a Royal Air Force, Consolidated Liberator C Mk IX (JT985) crashed in the village of Kingston near Church Knowle while on a flight from RAF Holmsley South to Palam, Delhi India via RAF Castel Benito, Libya.

The aircraft had low fuel pressure and attempted to return to RAF Holmsley in bad weather. All 27 onboard the aircraft died in the crash.

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