Shroton, Blandford Forum, DT11 8QJ

Iwerne Courtney, also known as Shroton, is a village and civil parish in Dorset, England. According to the 2001 census the parish had 187 households and a population of 400, which increased slightly to an estimated 410 in 2013. The village lies approximately four miles north‑west of Blandford Forum and is sited by the small River Iwerne. It sits between Hambledon Hill to the south‑west and the hills of Cranborne Chase to the east, giving the area a rural character and a gently undulating landscape. The postal district DT 11 places the locality within the broader Blandford Forum area, providing a sense of community identity while remaining close to larger market town facilities. Residents benefit from the peaceful setting of a small parish, yet can reach the amenities of Blandford Forum within a short drive. The population size suggests a tight‑knit community with limited commercial development, typical of many Dorset villages.