What famous people have lived in Bisley?

Over the years, Bisley has been home to a number of notable residents. The village was associated with Thomas Keble, an influential nineteenth-century clergyman and educational reformer. More recently, author Dame Jilly Cooper lived in the village for many years and became one of its best-known modern residents.

Musician Mike Oldfield also had connections with the area and lived at Througham Slad Manor during the 1970s. The wider parish has attracted artists, writers and creative figures because of its peaceful setting and beautiful countryside. These associations add another layer of interest to Bisley's history and demonstrate the enduring appeal of the village as a place to live and work.