Cranmore

Settlement in Somerset Mendip

England

Cranmore

Cranmore is a small village located in the county of Somerset, England. Situated near the Mendip Hills, it forms part of the Mendip district and is approximately 3 miles southwest of the town of Shepton Mallet.

The village is known for its picturesque setting and rural charm. Surrounded by rolling hills and lush countryside, Cranmore offers a tranquil retreat for residents and visitors alike. It is an ideal destination for those seeking a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Cranmore is home to a close-knit community, with a population of around 500 people. The village is known for its strong sense of community spirit, with various local events and activities organized throughout the year. The village hall serves as a hub for social gatherings, clubs, and meetings.

In terms of amenities, Cranmore offers some essential facilities, including a primary school, a post office, and a village shop. For further amenities and services, residents can easily access nearby towns such as Shepton Mallet and Wells, which provide a wider range of shops, supermarkets, and healthcare facilities.

One notable attraction in Cranmore is the East Somerset Railway, a heritage railway that operates steam trains along a five-mile stretch of track. The railway attracts visitors from far and wide, offering a nostalgic trip through the picturesque Somerset countryside.

Overall, Cranmore is a charming village that offers a peaceful and idyllic lifestyle amidst stunning natural surroundings.

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Cranmore Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.187129/-2.4758485 or Grid Reference ST6643. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old Milestone by A361, West of Cranmore, near quarry entrance

The Milestone is located in the hedge beside the South side of the road. Parish of Cranmore (Mendip District). Cast iron post, plated iron casting design, erected by the Shepton Mallet turnpike trust in the 19th Century, has been broken and welded back together (on back of top "BUCI") and repositioned. An earlier photograph can be found here: Link Inscription reads:- SHEPTON / MALLET / 3 : : FROME / 9 : : LONDON / 112 Milestone Society National ID: SO_SMFR03

JR Dowding

Old Milepost by A361, village of Dean

The Milepost is located on the grass verge near houses on the South of the road. Parish of Cranmore (Mendip District). Cast iron post, plated iron casting design, erected by the Shepton Mallet turnpike trust in the 19th Century. It has been broken and welded back together (on back of top "BUCI") and repositioned. A photograph before the repainting can be found here: Link Inscription reads:- SHEPTON / MALLET / 4 : : FROME / 8 : : LONDON / 111 Milestone Society National ID: SO_SMFR04

JR Dowding

Farrington Lane, looking south

Rob Purvis

Ball Lane, not suitable for lorries

Rob Purvis

Temple House Farm

Rob Purvis

Newly Outshopped

This photograph shows an Ex-BR Mk1 Buffet Restaurant Car standing in front of Cranmore Signal Box, having just emerged from the workshops after an extensive restoration in just over three months. The Coach No.1674 is privately owned and will eventually be used at another railway in Southern England.

Clive Warneford

Cranmore Station and Signal Box, 1987

A "Black Eight Railtours" special train at Cranmore Station. This charter train used a Tyseley-based 4-car diesel multiple unit with an extra parcels car attached to provide additional power on the hills. The parcels car, M55993, is at the front of the train in this picture.

Rob Newman

2011 : The former Church of St.James, East Cranmore

"The origin of the name Cranmore comes from the Old English Crane Mere meaning 'Cranes/herons' pool'." Copied from Link

a most interesting website. Seen from the other side in ST6843 : Former church at East Cranmore

Maurice Pullin

2011 : Western Farm, Cranmore

On the road between Cranmore and East Cranmore. Farm land and buildings currently for sale.

Maurice Pullin

2011 : Withy Wood Lane, Cranmore

Heading away to almost nowhere, and very pleasant it is when you get there. The road turning off to the right goes to pretty much the same place.

Maurice Pullin

2011 : Withy Wood Lane heading east

The shrubs and trees are in the garden of a private house.

Maurice Pullin

2011 : South of east from a bridle path off Withy Wood Lane

Brickhouse Farm can be seen.

Maurice Pullin

2011 : Across Combe Bottom from the lane to Higher Alham

Harwood Farm is partly hidden by the hill.

Maurice Pullin

2011 : Quarry Way Business Park,

For a list of its denizens see the board.

Maurice Pullin

2011 : Road to Wellington Farm, East Cranmore

This is within half a mile of one of the largest quarries on the Mendips yet there is no sight and very little sound of it.

Maurice Pullin

2011 : Main road through East Cranmore

The gateway on the right gives access to ST6843 : 2011 : The former Church of St.James, East Cranmore A little about East Cranmore in Link

Maurice Pullin

2011 : Fields and view from the lane east of Cranmore

Cranmore Tower [ST6745] lifts its head above surrounding trees on the horizon. A small beech wood begins showing its leaves, the foreground field looks a little sad, not sure what crop it contains.

Maurice Pullin