New Park

Downs, Moorland in Somerset South Somerset

England

New Park

Fingerpost, Cricket Sᵀ Thomas In the junction with A30 a sign indicating the private road to the Hotel and church etc.

Inscription: Cricket Sᵀ Thomas / (Private Road)

Milestone Society National ID: SO_ST3608
Fingerpost, Cricket Sᵀ Thomas Credit: Mr Red

New Park, Somerset is a picturesque region located in the southwest of England. The area is known for its diverse and breathtaking landscapes, combining both downs and moorland. The downs are characterized by rolling hills and expansive meadows, offering panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. On the other hand, the moorland is characterized by vast open spaces, heather-clad hills, and rugged terrain.

The downs in New Park are home to a rich variety of flora and fauna, with wildflowers painting the hillsides in vibrant colors during the spring and summer months. The area is also a haven for birdwatchers, as it attracts a wide range of species, including skylarks, kestrels, and buzzards. Visitors can enjoy leisurely walks or hikes along the well-maintained trails that crisscross the downs, allowing them to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the area.

In contrast, the moorland of New Park offers a more untamed and wild experience. Here, visitors can explore the rugged terrain and enjoy the solitude that comes with being surrounded by untouched nature. The moorland is dotted with ancient stone circles, evidence of the area's rich history and cultural heritage. It is also home to a variety of wildlife, including wild ponies, deer, and rare bird species such as the curlew.

New Park, Somerset is a destination that appeals to nature enthusiasts, hikers, and those seeking tranquility in a stunning natural setting. With its combination of downs and moorland, the region offers a diverse and captivating experience for visitors of all interests.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 50.889496/-2.91822 or Grid Reference ST3510. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Fingerpost, Cricket Sᵀ Thomas In the junction with A30 a sign indicating the private road to the Hotel and church etc.

Inscription: Cricket Sᵀ Thomas / (Private Road)

Milestone Society National ID: SO_ST3608
Fingerpost, Cricket Sᵀ Thomas
In the junction with A30 a sign indicating the private road to the Hotel and church etc. Inscription: Cricket Sᵀ Thomas / (Private Road) Milestone Society National ID: SO_ST3608
Church of St Michael and All Angels, Chaffcombe Plenty of C15 work still in evidence in this church in a charming village.  <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://webapp1.somerset.gov.uk/her/details.asp?prn=57202" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://webapp1.somerset.gov.uk/her/details.asp?prn=57202">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> 
Taken from a corner of the churchyard.
Church of St Michael and All Angels, Chaffcombe
Plenty of C15 work still in evidence in this church in a charming village. LinkExternal link Taken from a corner of the churchyard.
Chard Reservoir The northeast corner of the reservoir. See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/244982">ST3309 : Chard Reservoir</a>. I think that's a Great Crested Grebe near the far shore.
Chard Reservoir
The northeast corner of the reservoir. See ST3309 : Chard Reservoir. I think that's a Great Crested Grebe near the far shore.
C18 screen wall, Cricket Malherbie <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://webapp1.somerset.gov.uk/her/details.asp?prn=57263" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://webapp1.somerset.gov.uk/her/details.asp?prn=57263">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> . Impressive finials and brickwork for a farm wall. The Manor Farm is opposite St Mary Magdalene church.
C18 screen wall, Cricket Malherbie
LinkExternal link . Impressive finials and brickwork for a farm wall. The Manor Farm is opposite St Mary Magdalene church.
Widgery Farm Farm buildings by the lane between Dowlish Wake and Knowle St. Giles.
Widgery Farm
Farm buildings by the lane between Dowlish Wake and Knowle St. Giles.
Malherbie Court Smart modern dwellings from farm buildings on Pinkham Hill, near Knowle St. Giles
Malherbie Court
Smart modern dwellings from farm buildings on Pinkham Hill, near Knowle St. Giles
Cudworth: parish church of St. Michael
Cudworth: parish church of St. Michael
View above Cudworth Taken from a gateway on the lane down from the Windwhistle Ridge to Cudworth; the lane continues behind the hedge on the left. The two darker trees formed part of a vanished field boundary.
View above Cudworth
Taken from a gateway on the lane down from the Windwhistle Ridge to Cudworth; the lane continues behind the hedge on the left. The two darker trees formed part of a vanished field boundary.
Autumn leaves A pretty autumn view looking down lane towards Dowlish Wake. West farm and turning for Cudworth on the right.
Autumn leaves
A pretty autumn view looking down lane towards Dowlish Wake. West farm and turning for Cudworth on the right.
Frosty morning Looking up Sprays Hill towards Windwhistle on the first day of 2009
Frosty morning
Looking up Sprays Hill towards Windwhistle on the first day of 2009
Winter scene St Mary Magdalene church in the village of Cricket Malherbie
Winter scene
St Mary Magdalene church in the village of Cricket Malherbie
Moat near Cudworth This moat just to the south of the church at Cudworth  is probably the remains of a fortified manor house although there is very little in the way of remains inside the moat. The moat is approximately circular and is approximately 75m to 80m in diameter. The interior is slightly higher than the surrounding field. This is the west side of the moat looking north west from just outside the moat on the southern side. There are the remains of fishponds in the adjacent field. Further details can be found here <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.gatehouse-gazetteer.info/English%20sites/3867.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.gatehouse-gazetteer.info/English%20sites/3867.html">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>
Moat near Cudworth
This moat just to the south of the church at Cudworth is probably the remains of a fortified manor house although there is very little in the way of remains inside the moat. The moat is approximately circular and is approximately 75m to 80m in diameter. The interior is slightly higher than the surrounding field. This is the west side of the moat looking north west from just outside the moat on the southern side. There are the remains of fishponds in the adjacent field. Further details can be found here LinkExternal link
Cudworth Moat A view of the western side of the moat looking south, showing in the foreground the earthwork in the moat where the entrance point may have been.
Cudworth Moat
A view of the western side of the moat looking south, showing in the foreground the earthwork in the moat where the entrance point may have been.
St Mary Magdalene, Cricket Malherbie
St Mary Magdalene, Cricket Malherbie
Farm Wall opposite St Mary Magdalene church
Farm Wall opposite St Mary Magdalene church
Cricket Lane Taken from outside St Mary Magdalene, looking north to Ilminster and Beacon Hill in the distance
Cricket Lane
Taken from outside St Mary Magdalene, looking north to Ilminster and Beacon Hill in the distance
Avishayes Road The road leading from Chard to the Avishays estate seems to have gained an "e". Here it is climbing past the Paintmoor Plantation on the left and trees on an old bank on the right.
Avishayes Road
The road leading from Chard to the Avishays estate seems to have gained an "e". Here it is climbing past the Paintmoor Plantation on the left and trees on an old bank on the right.
The Old Happy This Victorian building was an inn until 1966, since when it has been a private house. The A30 must have run past its door until the road was realigned - it is now 25 yards away. The road in the foreground is a lane running north from the A30 to Chaffcombe.
The Old Happy
This Victorian building was an inn until 1966, since when it has been a private house. The A30 must have run past its door until the road was realigned - it is now 25 yards away. The road in the foreground is a lane running north from the A30 to Chaffcombe.
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New Park is located at Grid Ref: ST3510 (Lat: 50.889496, Lng: -2.91822)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: South Somerset

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

What 3 Words

///rags.solicitor.stumps. Near Chard, Somerset

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 50.889496,-2.91822
Chaffcombe
Is In: Somerset, England, UK
Place: village
Source: OS_OpenData_Streetview
Wikidata: Q732573
Wikipedia: en:Chaffcombe
Lat/Long: 50.8874487/-2.9222374
Historic: memorial
Lat/Long: 50.8874761/-2.9224005
Booth: K6
Covered: booth
Disused Amenity: telephone
Man Made: telephone_box
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 50.8870283/-2.9210536
Post Box
Post Box Type: lamp
Lat/Long: 50.887654/-2.9225947
Advertising: board
Lat/Long: 50.8876416/-2.9225885
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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