Foxcote

Settlement in Somerset Mendip

England

Foxcote

Barrier Chicane on Colliers Way NCN24 Photograph of wooden barrier chicane on Colliers Way NCN24 between Radstock and Shooscombe.
Spacing between the gates is over 1m.
Path surface here is tarmac in generally good condition.
Barrier Chicane on Colliers Way NCN24 Credit: Kevin Pearson

Foxcote is a small village located in the county of Somerset, England. It is situated approximately 5 miles to the east of the town of Taunton, and is surrounded by picturesque countryside. The village is known for its tranquil and rural setting, making it an ideal destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat.

The village is characterized by its charming cottages, many of which date back several centuries, giving Foxcote a sense of history and heritage. The architecture reflects the traditional Somerset style, with thatched roofs and stone walls adding to its quaint appeal. The village is also home to a beautiful parish church, St. Mary’s, which stands as a prominent landmark within the community.

Despite its small size, Foxcote offers a range of amenities for its residents and visitors. There is a local pub, The Fox and Hounds, which serves traditional British fare and provides a friendly gathering place for villagers. The surrounding countryside provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities, such as walking and cycling, with numerous footpaths and trails to explore.

Foxcote is well-connected to nearby towns and cities, with regular bus services and easy access to major road networks. This makes it an attractive location for those who wish to enjoy the tranquility of village life while remaining within reach of urban conveniences.

Overall, Foxcote, Somerset is a picturesque village that offers a peaceful and idyllic setting for residents and visitors alike.

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Foxcote Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.299248/-2.407483 or Grid Reference ST7155. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Barrier Chicane on Colliers Way NCN24 Photograph of wooden barrier chicane on Colliers Way NCN24 between Radstock and Shooscombe.
Spacing between the gates is over 1m.
Path surface here is tarmac in generally good condition.
Barrier Chicane on Colliers Way NCN24
Photograph of wooden barrier chicane on Colliers Way NCN24 between Radstock and Shooscombe. Spacing between the gates is over 1m. Path surface here is tarmac in generally good condition.
Millennium Milepost on Colliers Way NCN24 at Writhlington Sustrans Millennium Milepost on the Colliers Way NCN24 just outside Writhlington, showing mileage to Frome, Radstock, Bath, and Wellow.
Path surface here is tarmac in generally good condition.
Millennium Milepost on Colliers Way NCN24 at Writhlington
Sustrans Millennium Milepost on the Colliers Way NCN24 just outside Writhlington, showing mileage to Frome, Radstock, Bath, and Wellow. Path surface here is tarmac in generally good condition.
Plaque on Colliers Way NCN24 Memorial Plaque on Bridge 35 if the former Somerset & Dorset Railway, now NCN24.
The bridge carries the path over Church Hill near Shoscombe.
NCN24 here is a tarmac path in good condition.
Plaque on Colliers Way NCN24
Memorial Plaque on Bridge 35 if the former Somerset & Dorset Railway, now NCN24. The bridge carries the path over Church Hill near Shoscombe. NCN24 here is a tarmac path in good condition.
Bridge over the Wellow Brook in Shoscombe Stone built road bridge at the foot of Dairy Hill in Shoscombe, crossing the Wellow Brook.  Photograph taken looking north over the bridge.
Bridge over the Wellow Brook in Shoscombe
Stone built road bridge at the foot of Dairy Hill in Shoscombe, crossing the Wellow Brook. Photograph taken looking north over the bridge.
Wellow Brook near Shoscombe The Wellow Brook, photographed from the bridge at the bottom of Dairy Hill just outside of Shoscombe.
Wellow Brook near Shoscombe
The Wellow Brook, photographed from the bridge at the bottom of Dairy Hill just outside of Shoscombe.
Footpath near Peasdown St John View along a footpath near Peasdown St John.
Footpath near Peasdown St John
View along a footpath near Peasdown St John.
Near Whitehill Cottages Field near Whitehill Cottages.
Near Whitehill Cottages
Field near Whitehill Cottages.
Stream near Double Hill Field and stream near Double Hill.
Stream near Double Hill
Field and stream near Double Hill.
Road Junction Dairy Hill and Littleton Lane road junction.
Road Junction
Dairy Hill and Littleton Lane road junction.
Stony Littleton Farm Farm at Stony Littleton.
Stony Littleton Farm
Farm at Stony Littleton.
Manor Farm Farm at Stony Littleton.
Manor Farm
Farm at Stony Littleton.
View towards the Long Barrow Seen from Stony Littleton looking east.
View towards the Long Barrow
Seen from Stony Littleton looking east.
View over Shoscombe Looking across the field towards Shoscombe.
View over Shoscombe
Looking across the field towards Shoscombe.
Green Street Looking down the hill towards Shoscombe.
Green Street
Looking down the hill towards Shoscombe.
St James' Church Church of St James the Less, Foxcote.
St James' Church
Church of St James the Less, Foxcote.
Farm near Wellow Brook Near Rectory Farm.
Farm near Wellow Brook
Near Rectory Farm.
Wellow Brook Seen from the road bridge at Single Hill.
Wellow Brook
Seen from the road bridge at Single Hill.
Pillbox on Littleton Lane This was part of the GHQ Line.
Pillbox on Littleton Lane
This was part of the GHQ Line.
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Foxcote is located at Grid Ref: ST7155 (Lat: 51.299248, Lng: -2.407483)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Mendip

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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Foxcote
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