Ashwick

Settlement in Somerset Mendip

England

Ashwick

A bus stop casualty The post has come down. Well, it had been leaning for a while. — A bus stop casualty Credit: Neil Owen

Ashwick is a small village located in the county of Somerset, England. Situated in the Mendip Hills, it is a picturesque rural area with a population of around 250 residents. The village is part of the Mendip district and falls within the civil parish of Oakhill and Ashwick.

Ashwick is known for its idyllic countryside, rolling hills, and charming stone cottages. The landscape is dotted with farms and fields, showcasing the agricultural heritage of the area. The village is surrounded by stunning natural beauty, offering numerous opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, hiking, and cycling.

Although Ashwick is primarily a residential area, it does have some amenities to cater to the needs of its inhabitants. These include a village hall, which serves as a community hub for various events and gatherings. Additionally, there is a small primary school nearby, ensuring that local children have access to education.

The village enjoys a close-knit community spirit, with regular social events and celebrations organized by the residents. The Ashwick Church, dedicated to St. James, stands as a focal point of the village and holds religious services for the community.

Ashwick benefits from its proximity to larger towns and cities, with Wells and Shepton Mallet located just a short drive away. This allows residents to access a wider range of services, including shops, supermarkets, and healthcare facilities.

Overall, Ashwick offers a peaceful and picturesque countryside lifestyle, making it an appealing place for those seeking a quiet and close community in Somerset.

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Ashwick Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.228987/-2.526134 or Grid Reference ST6347. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A bus stop casualty

The post has come down. Well, it had been leaning for a while.

Neil Owen

Gurney Slade play area

Located beside the village hall, the open space is well stocked with equipment and fresh air. The site is just on the fringe of the old quarry, now landscaped; indeed, in the past a tramline would have ended just at the steps to the left.

Neil Owen

George Inn, Gurney Slade

Public house on the Aa37

Eirian Evans

The Mendip Inn

Public house on the A37

Eirian Evans

Wet Saturday Dog Walking near Withybrook

The dog walker passing the box-in-the-wall post box is turning off the Fosse Road into the minor road that runs down to Stoke Bottom. The Fosse Rd carries on to Stoke St Michael. The road she is heading down is signposted to Nettlebridge.

Nigel Mykura

Path and Sign at Beacon Hill Wood

PAUL FARMER

Old Milepost by A37, Bristol Road, near junction of A37 and A367

The Milepost is located on grass verge on the East of the road. Parish of Ashwick (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 : : BRISTOL / 18 : : BATH / 15 Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1058479 Link

Milestone Society National ID: SO_SMBR02

JR Dowding

Old Milestone by A367, Fosse Way, outside front of "The George at Nettlebridge" PH

The Milestone is located against front wall of inn on the East of the road. Parish of Stratton On The Fosse (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 / 4 : : BATH / 13 : : CHELT.M / 50 Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1178363 Link

Milestone Society National ID: SO_CMSM50

Janet Dowding

Old Milestone by A367, Fosse Way, outside front of "The George at Nettlebridge" PH

Milestone Society National ID: SO_CMSM50

Janet Dowding

2011 : Ashwick Court from Blackley Lane

Blackley Lane follows the bottom of a small valley from Benter west to Badger's Cross. About half way along we see Ashwick Court at the top of the hill to the south.

Maurice Pullin

2011 : Crossroads with tractor at Badger's Cross

A tractor with trailer waits to emerge carefully onto the minor road between Gurney Slade and Oakhill. The signpost indicates Moorwood and Benter to the left and Shepton Mallet to the right.

Maurice Pullin

2011 : A37 heading north toward Gurney Slade

On to Ston Easton, Farrington Gurney, Pensford and Bristol. A few yards behind the camera position the B3135 begins its journey west over the high Mendips to Cheddar.

Maurice Pullin

2011 : View north from Blackey Lane

On the other side of Blackey Lane from ST6348 : 2011 : Ashwick Court from Blackley Lane looking up the northern slope of the valley in the direction of West Farm which is out of shot to the right.

Maurice Pullin

2011 : Blackey Lane heading east

Down the valley toward Benter. The footpath (see sign) to the right takes the walker to Ashwick, less than half a mile, another path to the left climbs the side of the valley to West Farm and T'other Side The Hill.

Maurice Pullin

2011 : Up Blackley Lane toward Badger's Cross

The lane follows the valley floor between Benter and Badger's Cross becoming steeper further on.

Maurice Pullin

2011 : Blackey Lane heading east from Badger's Cross

Soon to drop into a small valley which it follows to Benter.

Maurice Pullin

2011 : Bay's Lane or Simbriss Road

Somewhere around here Bay's Lane, from the north, becomes Simbriss Road heading south, or it could be Blackey Lane from the east - who cares. One thing is for sure, it is near Badger's Cross.

Maurice Pullin