Compton, East

Settlement in Somerset Mendip

England

Compton, East

Old Milestone, B3136, Lamberts Hill The milestone is located near the old railway bridge at West Shepton, on the grass verge against wall on the West side of road. Parish of Pilton (Mendip District). Cast iron post, plated iron casting design, erected by the Shepton Mallet turnpike trust in the 19th century. 

Inscription reads:- SHEPTON / MALLET / 1 :: GLASTON / BURY / 8 :: TAUNTON / 29 

Grade II Listed by Historic England, List Entry Number: 1058809
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Milestone Society National ID: SO_SMTA01
Old Milestone, B3136, Lamberts Hill Credit: Janet Dowding

Compton, East is a small village located in the Mendip district of Somerset, England. Situated approximately 15 miles southwest of Bath, it is nestled in the picturesque countryside of the West Country. Compton, East is part of the wider civil parish of Compton Dando.

The village itself is characterized by its idyllic rural charm and stunning natural beauty. It is surrounded by rolling hills, lush meadows, and verdant farmlands, providing residents and visitors with ample opportunities for outdoor recreation and leisure activities. The River Chew flows nearby, adding to the village's scenic appeal and providing a tranquil setting for fishing and boating enthusiasts.

Compton, East has a close-knit community with a population of around 500 residents. The village offers a peaceful and tight-knit environment, making it an ideal place for families and those seeking a quieter lifestyle. It is known for its friendly and welcoming atmosphere, with several community events and gatherings held throughout the year.

The village has limited amenities, with a local pub and a parish church being the focal points of the community. However, residents can easily access more extensive facilities in nearby towns such as Keynsham and Bath, where a wider range of shops, schools, and healthcare services can be found.

Overall, Compton, East is a charming and picturesque village that offers a tranquil and close-knit community. With its scenic surroundings and easy access to larger towns, it provides a perfect balance between rural living and modern conveniences.

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Compton, East Images

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Old Milestone, B3136, Lamberts Hill The milestone is located near the old railway bridge at West Shepton, on the grass verge against wall on the West side of road. Parish of Pilton (Mendip District). Cast iron post, plated iron casting design, erected by the Shepton Mallet turnpike trust in the 19th century. 

Inscription reads:- SHEPTON / MALLET / 1 :: GLASTON / BURY / 8 :: TAUNTON / 29 

Grade II Listed by Historic England, List Entry Number: 1058809
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Milestone Society National ID: SO_SMTA01
Old Milestone, B3136, Lamberts Hill
The milestone is located near the old railway bridge at West Shepton, on the grass verge against wall on the West side of road. Parish of Pilton (Mendip District). Cast iron post, plated iron casting design, erected by the Shepton Mallet turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- SHEPTON / MALLET / 1 :: GLASTON / BURY / 8 :: TAUNTON / 29 Grade II Listed by Historic England, List Entry Number: 1058809 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: SO_SMTA01
Old Milestone by A37, North of Beard Hill and South of junction with A361 The Milestone is located beside the road in front of the hedge on the West of the road.  Parish of Pilton (Mendip District). Cast iron post, plated iron casting design, erected by the Shepton Mallet turnpike trust in the 19th Century. An earlier photograph can be found here: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6045080" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6045080">Link</a>

Inscription reads:-  
SHEPTON / MALLET / 2 : : ILCHEST.R / 13 : : EXETER / 60

Milestone Society National ID: SO_SMIC02
Old Milestone by A37, North of Beard Hill and South of junction with A361
The Milestone is located beside the road in front of the hedge on the West of the road.  Parish of Pilton (Mendip District). Cast iron post, plated iron casting design, erected by the Shepton Mallet turnpike trust in the 19th Century. An earlier photograph can be found here: Link Inscription reads:- SHEPTON / MALLET / 2 : : ILCHEST.R / 13 : : EXETER / 60 Milestone Society National ID: SO_SMIC02
Old Milestone by B3136, Lambert Hill, near Elm Farm, junction with A361 The Milestone is located in hedge in front of open wire fence on the North of the road.  Parish of Pilton (Mendip District). Cast iron post, plated iron casting design, erected by the Shepton Mallet turnpike trust in the 19th Century, was rusty in 2002. An earlier photograph can be found here: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6096208" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6096208">Link</a> 

Inscription reads:- 
SHEPTON / MALLET / 2 : : GLASTON / BURY / 7 : : TAUNTON / 28  

Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1058808 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1058808" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1058808">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> 

Milestone Society National ID: SO_SMGB02
Old Milestone by B3136, Lambert Hill, near Elm Farm, junction with A361
The Milestone is located in hedge in front of open wire fence on the North of the road.  Parish of Pilton (Mendip District). Cast iron post, plated iron casting design, erected by the Shepton Mallet turnpike trust in the 19th Century, was rusty in 2002. An earlier photograph can be found here: Link  Inscription reads:- SHEPTON / MALLET / 2 : : GLASTON / BURY / 7 : : TAUNTON / 28 Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1058808 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: SO_SMGB02
Old Milepost by A371, top of hill by Prestleigh Welcome sign The Milepost is located in hedge, on verge by West side of the road.  Parish of Doulting (Mendip District). Cast iron post, plated iron casting design, erected by the Shepton Mallet turnpike trust in the 19th Century, piece broken off north face; fractures. An earlier photograph can be found here: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6037504" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6037504">Link</a> 

Inscription reads:-  
SHEPTON / MALLET / 2 : : CASTLE / CARY / 6 : : BRUTON / 5  

Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1217657 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1217657" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1217657">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> 

Milestone Society National ID: SO_SMCC02
Old Milepost by A371, top of hill by Prestleigh Welcome sign
The Milepost is located in hedge, on verge by West side of the road.  Parish of Doulting (Mendip District). Cast iron post, plated iron casting design, erected by the Shepton Mallet turnpike trust in the 19th Century, piece broken off north face; fractures. An earlier photograph can be found here: Link  Inscription reads:- SHEPTON / MALLET / 2 : : CASTLE / CARY / 6 : : BRUTON / 5 Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1217657 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: SO_SMCC02
Approaching Pilton on the A361 from the east
Approaching Pilton on the A361 from the east
Field A field with a solitary tree off Compton Lane.
Field
A field with a solitary tree off Compton Lane.
Compton Road Lane south of Shepton Mallet.
Compton Road
Lane south of Shepton Mallet.
Ridge Lane Lane south of Shepton Mallet, seen here by its junction with Compton Road (on the left) and Compton Lane (on the right).
Ridge Lane
Lane south of Shepton Mallet, seen here by its junction with Compton Road (on the left) and Compton Lane (on the right).
Track Overgrown track off Compton Lane.
Track
Overgrown track off Compton Lane.
Field Field off Compton Road with houses in the Field Farm development in the background.
Field
Field off Compton Road with houses in the Field Farm development in the background.
Ridge Lane Lane south of Shepton Mallet.
Ridge Lane
Lane south of Shepton Mallet.
7 - 10 Cannard's Grave Road Short terrace on Cannard's Grave Road dating from around the turn of the 19th/20th Centuries, first marked on the 1904 25 inch map.
7 - 10 Cannard's Grave Road
Short terrace on Cannard's Grave Road dating from around the turn of the 19th/20th Centuries, first marked on the 1904 25 inch map.
The Highwayman Roadside pub built c.1880, situated on a section of the Fosse Way, here part of the A37.
The Highwayman
Roadside pub built c.1880, situated on a section of the Fosse Way, here part of the A37.
Cannard's Grave Road Houses in Cannard's Grave Road with The Highwayman (see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7558272">ST6241 : The Highwayman</a>) in the background.
Cannard's Grave Road
Houses in Cannard's Grave Road with The Highwayman (see ST6241 : The Highwayman) in the background.
Clarks Meadow Houses in Clarks Meadow in Tadley Acres, a development over the period 1996 - 2018 on the Duchy of Cornwall owned Field Farm.  This section of Clarks Meadow was completed in 2017-8.
Clarks Meadow
Houses in Clarks Meadow in Tadley Acres, a development over the period 1996 - 2018 on the Duchy of Cornwall owned Field Farm. This section of Clarks Meadow was completed in 2017-8.
Clarks Meadow Houses in Clarks Meadow in Tadley Acres, a development over the period 1996 - 2018 on the Duchy of Cornwall owned Field Farm.  This section of Clarks Meadow was completed in 2017-8.
Clarks Meadow
Houses in Clarks Meadow in Tadley Acres, a development over the period 1996 - 2018 on the Duchy of Cornwall owned Field Farm. This section of Clarks Meadow was completed in 2017-8.
Mistletoe Lane Houses in Mistletoe Lane in Tadley Acres, a development over the period 1996 - 2018 on the Duchy of Cornwall owned Field Farm.  Mistletoe Lane was completed in 2008-9.
Mistletoe Lane
Houses in Mistletoe Lane in Tadley Acres, a development over the period 1996 - 2018 on the Duchy of Cornwall owned Field Farm. Mistletoe Lane was completed in 2008-9.
Bourke Road Houses in Bourke Road in Tadley Acres, a development over the period 1996 - 2018 on the Duchy of Cornwall owned Field Farm.  Bourke Road was completed in 2015.
Bourke Road
Houses in Bourke Road in Tadley Acres, a development over the period 1996 - 2018 on the Duchy of Cornwall owned Field Farm. Bourke Road was completed in 2015.
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Compton, East is located at Grid Ref: ST6141 (Lat: 51.170477, Lng: -2.552945)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Mendip

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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Located within 500m of 51.170477,-2.552945
East Compton
Place: hamlet
Source: OS7
Lat/Long: 51.171453/-2.5529371
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