Horrington, East

Settlement in Somerset Mendip

England

Horrington, East

Type 29 Pillbox Sharcombe park WW2 Pill box near Dulcote, on &quot;defence line green&quot;. This is on the edge of Dinder Wood, which is on a ridge facing south. Thank goodness it and many like it were never needed. — Type 29 Pillbox Sharcombe park Credit: brian

Horrington is a small village located in the East Somerset region of England. Situated approximately 5 miles west of Wells, it is nestled in the picturesque Mendip Hills, offering residents and visitors breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.

The village has a rich history dating back to the Domesday Book, where it is recorded as "Horentone." It has evolved over the centuries, and today, it is a charming and tranquil place to live. The community of around 500 residents enjoys a close-knit atmosphere and a strong sense of belonging.

Horrington is known for its quaint architecture, with many traditional stone cottages lining the streets. The local church, St. Leonard's, is a prominent feature, boasting a striking medieval tower. The village also has a village hall, a primary school, and a post office, providing essential services to the community.

Nature lovers are attracted to Horrington due to its proximity to the Mendip Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The area offers an array of walking and cycling routes, allowing visitors to explore the idyllic countryside and discover hidden gems such as Ebbor Gorge and Wookey Hole Caves.

While Horrington does not have its own shops or pubs, the nearby town of Wells provides residents with a range of amenities, including supermarkets, restaurants, and a bustling market square.

Overall, Horrington is a quiet and picturesque village that offers a peaceful countryside lifestyle, making it an attractive place to live for those seeking a close-knit community and natural beauty on their doorstep.

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Type 29 Pillbox Sharcombe park WW2 Pill box near Dulcote, on &quot;defence line green&quot;. This is on the edge of Dinder Wood, which is on a ridge facing south. Thank goodness it and many like it were never needed.

Type 29 Pillbox Sharcombe park

WW2 Pill box near Dulcote, on "defence line green". This is on the edge of Dinder Wood, which is on a ridge facing south. Thank goodness it and many like it were never needed.

Wells Golf Course A view facing south from in front of the club house towards King&#039;s Castle wood. The 18th green is directly in front. Golf courses may be beautiful, but they are incredibly damaging to the environment, leaving a big ecological footprint.

Wells Golf Course

A view facing south from in front of the club house towards King's Castle wood. The 18th green is directly in front. Golf courses may be beautiful, but they are incredibly damaging to the environment, leaving a big ecological footprint.

The Mendip Hospital, South Horrington. Nr Wells This beautiful building on the outskirts of Wells catered for people suffering from mental illnesses. It closed in the 1980s and subsequently has been turned into apartments, increasing the population of South Horrington dramatically.

The Mendip Hospital, South Horrington. Nr Wells

This beautiful building on the outskirts of Wells catered for people suffering from mental illnesses. It closed in the 1980s and subsequently has been turned into apartments, increasing the population of South Horrington dramatically.

The Slab House Inn This Inn dates back to the 15th century.

The Slab House Inn

This Inn dates back to the 15th century.

Pond at bottom of dry valley Water has accumulated here at the bottom of a dry valley to form a largish pond where ducks were swimming. There doesn&#039;t, however, appear to be a stream running into it.

Pond at bottom of dry valley

Water has accumulated here at the bottom of a dry valley to form a largish pond where ducks were swimming. There doesn't, however, appear to be a stream running into it.

Pill Box at Furzy Sleight This was part of WWII defences against a possible German invasion. It is part of &#039;Stop-line Green&#039; which ran from Burnham-on-Sea, across the Somerset Levels, through Wells and then on to Freshford, south of Bath.

Pill Box at Furzy Sleight

This was part of WWII defences against a possible German invasion. It is part of 'Stop-line Green' which ran from Burnham-on-Sea, across the Somerset Levels, through Wells and then on to Freshford, south of Bath.

Pill box at Furzy Sleight In spite of being built very quickly, many pill boxes have survived 50 years of neglect. They had solid flat walls and thick concrete walls covered by external brick shuttering. This Type 29 pill box formed part of the Green Line defences for WWII.

Pill box at Furzy Sleight

In spite of being built very quickly, many pill boxes have survived 50 years of neglect. They had solid flat walls and thick concrete walls covered by external brick shuttering. This Type 29 pill box formed part of the Green Line defences for WWII.

Limestone gate post An old, unused limestone gatepost at the northern entrance to Sharcombe Park. The rusted hook to hang the original gate on can be seen at the front. It is attached to the stone with a lump of lead.

Limestone gate post

An old, unused limestone gatepost at the northern entrance to Sharcombe Park. The rusted hook to hang the original gate on can be seen at the front. It is attached to the stone with a lump of lead.

Biddlecombe Going from the more open area at the bottom, southern end of the combe into the wooded area where the sides of the combe become progressively steeper.

Biddlecombe

Going from the more open area at the bottom, southern end of the combe into the wooded area where the sides of the combe become progressively steeper.

The Britannia Inn Located on the outskirts of Wells, on the old Wells - Bath road, the Britannia Inn was in existence long before all the housing estates which now surround it.

The Britannia Inn

Located on the outskirts of Wells, on the old Wells - Bath road, the Britannia Inn was in existence long before all the housing estates which now surround it.

Footbridge This small, stone footbridge spans the small stream which runs down Biddlecombe.

Footbridge

This small, stone footbridge spans the small stream which runs down Biddlecombe.

Lime kiln This lime kiln is very difficult to spot as it is in such a bad state of repair. All that can be seen now are the outer walls, and these are covered with vegetation making it blend in with the woodland very well.

Lime kiln

This lime kiln is very difficult to spot as it is in such a bad state of repair. All that can be seen now are the outer walls, and these are covered with vegetation making it blend in with the woodland very well.

Stream in Biddlecombe The stream is fed by numerous springs which rise along the combe sides and at its head. The combe itself is a result of a geological fault (Biddle Fault) The bedrock changes from Devonian Old Red Sandstone, to Carboniferous limestone and finally Dolomitic Conglomerate as you descend the combe from north to south.

Stream in Biddlecombe

The stream is fed by numerous springs which rise along the combe sides and at its head. The combe itself is a result of a geological fault (Biddle Fault) The bedrock changes from Devonian Old Red Sandstone, to Carboniferous limestone and finally Dolomitic Conglomerate as you descend the combe from north to south.

West Horrington A view of the west end of the village of West Horrington. All the buildings are south facing.

West Horrington

A view of the west end of the village of West Horrington. All the buildings are south facing.

Buddle House in Biddlecombe This round, stone building housed a &#039;buddle&#039;. The buddle is a stone lined pit or tank used for the sedimentation of ores, and there has to be a plentiful water source nearby. In this case the buddle would have to been used to obtain lead which was mined locally, and the stream which runs through the combe provided ample water.

Buddle House in Biddlecombe

This round, stone building housed a 'buddle'. The buddle is a stone lined pit or tank used for the sedimentation of ores, and there has to be a plentiful water source nearby. In this case the buddle would have to been used to obtain lead which was mined locally, and the stream which runs through the combe provided ample water.

Lower Haydon Farm A view of the farm taken from across the combe. The coombe is quite deep at this point.

Lower Haydon Farm

A view of the farm taken from across the combe. The coombe is quite deep at this point.

Undulating field The undulating field and woods below it is an area known as &#039;Watchets&#039;. The undulations are a result of two springs which rise in this area and have created two mini combes.

Undulating field

The undulating field and woods below it is an area known as 'Watchets'. The undulations are a result of two springs which rise in this area and have created two mini combes.

Biddlecombe A steeply sloping field leading down to the thickly wooded Biddlecombe

Biddlecombe

A steeply sloping field leading down to the thickly wooded Biddlecombe

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Horrington, East is located at Grid Ref: ST5846 (Lat: 51.218271, Lng: -2.598478)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Mendip

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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Located within 500m of 51.218271,-2.598478

East Horrington

Place: village

Source: npe

Lat/Long: 51.2183928/-2.6008089

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 51.2159179/-2.6006234

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 51.2166677/-2.5997771

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 51.2191856/-2.5967473

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 51.2199618/-2.5957255

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 51.2207547/-2.594765

Public Bookcase

Booth: K6

Disused Amenity: telephone

Man Made: telephone_box

Public Bookcase Type: phone_box

Lat/Long: 51.2189545/-2.6027382

Post Box

Post Box Type: wall

Royal Cypher: EIIR

Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113

Lat/Long: 51.218965/-2.6027778

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