Charlton Gorse

Wood, Forest in Somerset South Somerset

England

Charlton Gorse

Field at Waterloo Crescent This field is just off the minor road that runs from Milborne Port North to Charlton Horethorne. — Field at Waterloo Crescent Credit: Nigel Mykura

Charlton Gorse is a small village located in the county of Somerset, England. Situated amidst the picturesque countryside, it is renowned for its vast woodlands and lush forests, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking tranquility away from the bustling city life.

Covering an extensive area, Charlton Gorse boasts a rich variety of plant and animal species. The woodlands are predominantly composed of oak, beech, and ash trees, creating a dense canopy that provides shade and shelter for the local wildlife. The forest floor is adorned with an array of wildflowers, ferns, and mosses, adding to the beauty and biodiversity of the area.

The village itself is quaint and charming, with traditional stone cottages and a small community that takes pride in preserving the natural surroundings. Walking trails and footpaths crisscross the woodlands, allowing visitors to explore the enchanting forests and discover hidden gems such as bubbling brooks, ancient trees, and secret clearings.

Charlton Gorse is also home to various species of birds, mammals, and insects, making it a haven for birdwatchers and wildlife photographers. Keen observers may spot deer, badgers, foxes, and a wide variety of bird species such as owls, woodpeckers, and finches.

Overall, Charlton Gorse, Somerset offers a serene and captivating experience for nature lovers, providing a chance to immerse oneself in the beauty of woodlands and forests, while enjoying the tranquility and charm of a traditional English village.

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Charlton Gorse Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.012254/-2.4680688 or Grid Reference ST6723. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Field at Waterloo Crescent

This field is just off the minor road that runs from Milborne Port North to Charlton Horethorne.

Nigel Mykura

High St Charlton Horethorne

Looking north along High St from the village green. The High St goes off to the right and North St goes off to the left.

Nigel Mykura

Old Milestone by the B3145, Charlton Horethorne

Metal plate attached to stone post by the B3145, in parish of CHARLTON HORETHORNE (SOUTH SOMERSET District), opposite Church in Charlton Horethorne, by No. 647, set in garden wall (stone) beside road, on West side of road. Wincanton iron plate, erected by the Wincanton turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- Wincanton 5 Sherborne 5 Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1366357 Link

Milestone Society National ID: SO_WCSB05.

Katherine Grugeon

The Church of St Mary Magdalene

The church was mostly rebuilt in 1913 and 1914 of local stone which has been cut and squared.

Maigheach-gheal

To Cyclists Ride with Caution sign

This sign was erected by the Cyclists Touring Club (the overpainted lettering at the base of the sign can still be made out) in the period 1897 to 1902. It warns of the moderately severe descent of the B3145 into Charlton Horethorne. Steeper hills had a "To Cyclists This Hill is Dangerous" warning.

Richard Green

Awkward stile, Stowell

Footpath WN 14/21 is not a particularly easy path to follow, and poorly waymarked, especially heading northwards considering that its line doesn't precisely correspond to that marked on the 1:25000 map. This stile, illegally over barbed wire, doesn't help either.

Derek Harper

Field near Stowell

A field crossed by footpath WN 14/21, which is shown on the 1:25000 map as crossing the field boundary on the left about 25 metres from the hedge behind me. In fact the crossing is hidden in the corner of the field, left behind the camera.

Derek Harper

Theoretical path, Stowell Hill

The 1:25000 map, both currently online and the one I was using, show footpath WN 14/21 turning left around here towards the junction at Cabbage Lane. But there's no way through this fence. Ahead is Stowell Hill House, 1923/4, designed in an Arts and Crafts style by Sir Guy Dawber Link

Derek Harper

Stile, Stowell Hill

This stile lacks any waymarking, has no upright handhold, and is well off the mapped route of footpath WN 14/21, so I ignored it at first. However, having reached the point where ST6822 : Theoretical path, Stowell Hill was taken, I was forced to return to it and use it as the best option available. Somerset CC, some better waymarking would be invaluable on this path.

Derek Harper

Fence, Stowell Hill

Looking along the edge of the grounds of Stowell Hill House from the other side of the stile shown in ST6822 : Stile, Stowell Hill.

Derek Harper

Junction, Stowell Hill

From footpath WN 14/21 as it emerges from woodland. The side lane to Wilkinthroop ahead is called Cabbage Lane.

Derek Harper

Roadsign, Cabbage Lane

Beneath the width restriction sign is one for The National Byway; see below.

Derek Harper

Cabbage Lane

See ST6823 : The Entrance to Wilkinthroop Farm, which shows the farm entrance ahead in much better weather. The lane carries The National Byway.

Derek Harper

Cabbage Lane

The lane shown in ST6823 : Cabbage Lane continues past Wilkinthroop Cottages.

Derek Harper

Wilkinthroop

A tiny hamlet on Cabbage Lane. On the left are Wilkinthroop Cottages; ahead is Throop Farm.

Derek Harper

Throop Farm

Cabbage Lane, shown in ST6823 : Wilkinthroop, swings right between walls past the farm buildings.

Derek Harper

Footpaths, Wilkinthroop

A pair of footpaths leave Cabbage Lane at a bend by Throop Farm. Destinations and distances are helpfully inscribed vertically on the signpost: respectively, Mead's Lane and Sert's Lane.

Derek Harper