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Coombe Keynes

"Coombe Keynes: A Doorway to Timeless Charm and Outstanding Home Improvements in Dorset"

A sterling spectacle secretly nestled in the heart of Dorset, Coombe Keynes strikes a charming balance between the idyllic countryside retreat and bucolic village living. A tranquil gem for both quiet-living enthusiasts and lovers of rural aesthetic, Coombe Keynes offers a plethora of options in home improvements, courtesy of Swain and Rand's.

Coombe Keynes might be small, but it is a place abundant in character and contrasts. A patchwork of lush green landscapes punctuated by historic buildings, it showcases an impressive blend of the time-honoured past and modern-day home improvements. Having established a distinct reputation for its tranquillity, Coombe Keynes can be paralleled to a conservatory, where serenity thrives amidst blooming nature.

Just as this quiet hamlet boasts an array of listed buildings, it brims with opportunities to incorporate modern home improvements without foregoing its historical charm. From fitting elegant windows and doors that marry function with aesthetics to the careful construction of orangeries and porches in keeping with the village's character, Swain and Rand's offer professional solutions to enhance the homes of Coombe Keynes residents.

Windows are elemental in enhancing the bucolic views of Coombe Keynes’ homes. By offering bespoke windows, Swain and Rand's empower homeowners to take advantage of the inviting outdoors, further accentuating the village’s picturesque landscape. Manufactured to high standards, these windows not only enrich the view but also contribute to the improved energy efficiency and security of the homes.

On the other hand, doors are no less central to Coombe Keynes's home improvements. According to an interesting local fact, the village hosted a famous door-knocking competition in the early 20th century. Today, Swain and Rand's proudly follow this legacy by offering pristine doors that encapsulate quality, security and style, becoming a testament to the village's history whilst incorporating modern standards.

What about offering a taste of Mediterranean living in Coombe Keynes? Swain and Rand's make it possible with expertly crafted orangeries. The addition of an orangery provides the perfect sanctuary to dine whilst enjoying the panoramic views of Dorset's countryside. Simultaneously, its energy-efficient design ensures a warm and comfy experience all year round.

Moreover, home improvements in Coombe Keynes extend to feature-rich porches. Swain and Rand's offer a selection of bespoke porches, adding not only an aesthetic facade but also an essential layer of security to homes. Fun fact: in Coombe Keynes, porch chatting is a much-loved local pastime, and porches serve as the social junction for the village.

In conclusion, Coombe Keynes with its beautiful landscapes, rich history and robust sense of community provides an excellent canvas for Swain and Rand's' elegant home improvements - designed and implemented with precision to uphold the village's character while enhancing living spaces for a modern, energised lifestyle. In the serene backdrop of Coombe Keynes, the options for windows, doors, conservatories, orangeries, porches, and various other home improvements, expertly delivered by Swain and Rand's, are both abundant and diverse, making this small Dorset village a true gateway to high-quality living.

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Coombe Keynes

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Coombe Keynes is a hamlet, civil parish and depopulated village in the Purbeck district of Dorset, England. The village is about 2 miles (3 km) south of Wool and about 5 miles (8 km) west-south-west of Wareham.In 2013 the population of the civil parish was estimated to be 80.

There are 22 houses in the hamlet and 37 properties in the parish as a whole.Coombe Keynes was part of Winfrith Hundred. The Domesday Book of 1086 records it as Cume, held by Gilbert de Magminot, Bishop of Lisieux.

The name Keynes derives from the later Lords of the Manor, the de Cahaignes family, who also held Tarrant Keyneston.Later Coombe Keynes' population declined until it is now only a hamlet. The lost part of the settlement was immediately east of the parish church.

The area is now a field what appear to be platforms where cottages stood and a hollow way that would have been a lane. This depopulated area is now a Scheduled Ancient Monument.The Church of England parish church of the Holy Rood was formerly the centre of a large parish that included the village of Wool.

In 1844 Wool was made into a separate parish. The two ecclesiastical parishes were recombined in 1967.The chancel arch and west tower of Holy Rood church is 13th-century.

The rest of the church was rebuilt in 1860 61 to designs by Thomas Hicks. It is a Gothic Revival building with nave, chancel and north porch.

It was deconsecrated in 1974 and is now used as a secular function room managed by the Coombe Keynes Trust.The Coombe Keynes Chalice, a rare pre-Reformation chalice with an octagonal foot with embellished angles on the stem, is now kept in the Victoria and Albert Museum.

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