Minety, Malmesbury, SN16 9PL

Minety (/'maɪn.tiː/) is a village in north Wiltshire, England, positioned between Malmesbury – six miles to the west – and Swindon. The name derives from the water mint plant that grows in ditches around the village, and it has also been known historically as Myntey. The community is served by a primary school, providing local education for young residents. A notable feature of the village is its successful rugby club, which contributes to local sporting life and community cohesion. Residents benefit from the village’s rural character while remaining within reasonable distance of larger towns such as Malmesbury and Swindon, offering a balance between tranquility and accessibility.