Halstock

Settlement in Dorset

England

Halstock

Halstock: churchyard Note the stone roof tiles
Halstock: churchyard Credit: Martin Bodman

Halstock is a picturesque village located in the county of Dorset, England. Situated approximately 8 miles northwest of the town of Yeovil, it lies on the northern slopes of the breathtaking Dorset Downs. The village is surrounded by beautiful rolling countryside, offering residents and visitors alike a tranquil and idyllic setting.

With a population of around 400 people, Halstock is a small and close-knit community. The village is characterized by its charming thatched cottages, historic buildings, and traditional architecture, creating a quintessential English village atmosphere. St. Mary's Church, a Grade I listed building, stands proudly at the heart of the village, showcasing its rich heritage.

Despite its size, Halstock boasts several amenities for its residents. These include a well-regarded primary school, a village hall, and a local pub, providing a focal point for social gatherings. The surrounding countryside offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities like walking, cycling, and horse riding, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts.

The village is conveniently located for access to larger towns and cities. Yeovil, with its wider range of amenities and transport links, is just a short drive away. Additionally, the stunning Jurassic Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is within easy reach, allowing residents to enjoy the sandy beaches and picturesque coastal walks.

Overall, Halstock offers a charming, peaceful, and picturesque village lifestyle, surrounded by the natural beauty of the Dorset countryside.

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Halstock Images

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Halstock: churchyard Note the stone roof tiles
Halstock: churchyard
Note the stone roof tiles
Halstock village green Halstock is outside Yeovil off the Dorchester rd. and is mentioned in the Domesday book
Halstock village green
Halstock is outside Yeovil off the Dorchester rd. and is mentioned in the Domesday book
The 18th. hole at Halstock Golf Club Picture taken from the third fairway
The 18th. hole at Halstock Golf Club
Picture taken from the third fairway
Abbots Hill
Abbots Hill
Mixed Messages To use this public footpath you can't use the gate, you have to climb over the stile. I find this so small minded and mean spirited that I always climb over the gate!
Mixed Messages
To use this public footpath you can't use the gate, you have to climb over the stile. I find this so small minded and mean spirited that I always climb over the gate!
Fields Near Lewcombe Manor Fields and a freshly dug badger sett on the bridleway between Clarkham Cross and Lewcombe Manor.
Fields Near Lewcombe Manor
Fields and a freshly dug badger sett on the bridleway between Clarkham Cross and Lewcombe Manor.
Halstock: grave of a man of three centuries This guy was born in the 1700s and died in the 1900s – just!
Halstock: grave of a man of three centuries
This guy was born in the 1700s and died in the 1900s – just!
Dilapidated Barn at Overland Farm - Lower Halstock Leigh
Dilapidated Barn at Overland Farm - Lower Halstock Leigh
Clarkham Gross Farm Crossroads leading to Halstock
Clarkham Gross Farm
Crossroads leading to Halstock
Halstock: parish church of St. Juthware and St. Mary Mid-18th century, apart from the 15th-century tower.
Halstock: parish church of St. Juthware and St. Mary
Mid-18th century, apart from the 15th-century tower.
Trig (117m) by the road to Harvard Farm Other local farm names include Liberty, Springfield and Marvel! Could be Pennsylvania!
Trig (117m) by the road to Harvard Farm
Other local farm names include Liberty, Springfield and Marvel! Could be Pennsylvania!
Across the county boundary A view east from Somerset to Dorset (the hillside). In between is the river feeding the Sutton Bingham Reservoir just to the left of shot. The grey foliage is Alnus incana - Grey Alder - a tree indicating wet soil conditions.
Across the county boundary
A view east from Somerset to Dorset (the hillside). In between is the river feeding the Sutton Bingham Reservoir just to the left of shot. The grey foliage is Alnus incana - Grey Alder - a tree indicating wet soil conditions.
Bridleway east to Marvel Farm From Netherstoke, Dorset.
Bridleway east to Marvel Farm
From Netherstoke, Dorset.
Merrylands Farm and Clarke's Gorse
Merrylands Farm and Clarke's Gorse
Legg's Bridge at the bottom of Abbot's Hill
Legg's Bridge at the bottom of Abbot's Hill
Farmland Between Halstock and Corscombe
Farmland
Between Halstock and Corscombe
Track heading East from Clarkham Cross
Track heading East from Clarkham Cross
Halstock Mill, Dorset Halstock Mill is the only building in this square. It is difficult to see where the water wheel was but there are numerous water channels close by.
Halstock Mill, Dorset
Halstock Mill is the only building in this square. It is difficult to see where the water wheel was but there are numerous water channels close by.
Show me another place!

Halstock is located at Grid Ref: ST5308 (Lat: 50.870038, Lng: -2.6583804)

Unitary Authority: Dorset

Police Authority: Dorset

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Telephone
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Covered: booth
Listed Status: Grade II
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Shelter
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Entrance: main
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