Ashill

Settlement in Somerset South Somerset

England

Ashill

Ashill: church North west of Ilminster, near the road to Taunton. The church of the Virgin Mary has Norman north and south doorways and a Norman chancel arch
Ashill: church Credit: Martin Bodman

Ashill is a small village located in the county of Somerset, England. Situated approximately 5 miles north-west of the town of Ilminster, Ashill is nestled in the picturesque Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Surrounded by rolling hills, lush green fields, and charming countryside, the village offers a tranquil and idyllic setting.

The history of Ashill can be traced back to the Domesday Book, where it is mentioned as "Essehille." The village has retained its traditional character over the centuries, with a mix of period cottages and more modern houses lining its streets. The local church, St. Mary's, is a beautiful Grade I listed building, dating back to the 12th century. It showcases stunning architectural features and serves as a reminder of Ashill's rich heritage.

While Ashill is primarily a residential area, it does have a few amenities to cater to its residents. These include a village hall, where community events and gatherings take place, and a local pub, The Ashill Inn, which offers a warm and friendly atmosphere. The surrounding countryside provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and horse riding.

Ashill is conveniently located for access to nearby towns and cities. The town of Taunton is approximately 12 miles away, offering a range of shopping, dining, and entertainment options. The M5 motorway is also easily accessible, providing connections to Bristol, Exeter, and beyond.

Overall, Ashill is a charming village that combines natural beauty, historical significance, and a close-knit community, making it an attractive place to live or visit.

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Ashill Images

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Ashill: church North west of Ilminster, near the road to Taunton. The church of the Virgin Mary has Norman north and south doorways and a Norman chancel arch
Ashill: church
North west of Ilminster, near the road to Taunton. The church of the Virgin Mary has Norman north and south doorways and a Norman chancel arch
Ashill: replica windmill A communications mast for mobile phones disguised as a windmill. It stands on Windmill Hill, probably on or near the site of a genuine working mill
Ashill: replica windmill
A communications mast for mobile phones disguised as a windmill. It stands on Windmill Hill, probably on or near the site of a genuine working mill
Ashill: Southtown A farm roughly to the east of Windmill Hill. Looking east
Ashill: Southtown
A farm roughly to the east of Windmill Hill. Looking east
Ashill: cottage at Southtown In a rank of farm cottages. Looking north-north-west
Ashill: cottage at Southtown
In a rank of farm cottages. Looking north-north-west
Ashill: track to Parsonage Farm This track also serves as a bridleway to Ashill village. Looking north
Ashill: track to Parsonage Farm
This track also serves as a bridleway to Ashill village. Looking north
Ashill: Copse Lane At its southern end, looking north. The track leads to Every’s Copse and Ashill Wood
Ashill: Copse Lane
At its southern end, looking north. The track leads to Every’s Copse and Ashill Wood
Ashill: by Every’s Copse Looking south-south-east
Ashill: by Every’s Copse
Looking south-south-east
Ilton: emergency exit from Merryfield Airfield Ministry of Defence property ahead, beyond the gate, which serves as an emergency exit for crash vehicles. Looking north east
Ilton: emergency exit from Merryfield Airfield
Ministry of Defence property ahead, beyond the gate, which serves as an emergency exit for crash vehicles. Looking north east
Ilton: Merryfield Airfield Trucks driving around the perimeter track with the airfield’s control tower beyond. Looking east-north-east
Ilton: Merryfield Airfield
Trucks driving around the perimeter track with the airfield’s control tower beyond. Looking east-north-east
Ashill: towards Capland Looking north west near Collings Barn, Stewley
Ashill: towards Capland
Looking north west near Collings Barn, Stewley
Beercrocombe: railway bridge A survivor from the old Taunton-Chard branch line, opened in September 1866. Looking north-north-east with Keysey’s Dairy House seen beyond the arch
Beercrocombe: railway bridge
A survivor from the old Taunton-Chard branch line, opened in September 1866. Looking north-north-east with Keysey’s Dairy House seen beyond the arch
Almshouses, Broadway
Almshouses, Broadway
Bell Inn, Broadway
Bell Inn, Broadway
St Adhelm & St Eadburga's Church, Broadway A somewhat unusual dedication!
St Adhelm & St Eadburga's Church, Broadway
A somewhat unusual dedication!
Meadow by Venner's Water The stream runs along the left-hand side of the fields. On the right, the trees mark the line of the Chard to Taunton railway, closed in 1962. Through the meadows runs the footpath from Ash Barn to Radigan Lane.
Meadow by Venner's Water
The stream runs along the left-hand side of the fields. On the right, the trees mark the line of the Chard to Taunton railway, closed in 1962. Through the meadows runs the footpath from Ash Barn to Radigan Lane.
Field at Kenny A wheatfield beside the former A358 near Ashill, which borders Venner's Water around the corner on the right. In the background is Windmill Hill.
Field at Kenny
A wheatfield beside the former A358 near Ashill, which borders Venner's Water around the corner on the right. In the background is Windmill Hill.
Folly Farm A brief burst of sunlight illuminates the farm and adjacent bungalow, seen from a bend on Barrington Hill Road aka Folly Drove.
Folly Farm
A brief burst of sunlight illuminates the farm and adjacent bungalow, seen from a bend on Barrington Hill Road aka Folly Drove.
Kenny The hamlet, consisting of a number of cottages, is at right angles to the old A358 road just northwest of Ashill.
Kenny
The hamlet, consisting of a number of cottages, is at right angles to the old A358 road just northwest of Ashill.
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Ashill is located at Grid Ref: ST3217 (Lat: 50.951997, Lng: -2.9669301)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: South Somerset

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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Post Box
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Defibrillator
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