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Ditcheat Park

Downs, Moorland in Somerset Mendip

England

Ditcheat Park

The Manor House Inn Nice country pub with very good food and pleasant staff on my visit.
The Manor House Inn Credit: roger geach

Ditcheat Park is a charming village located in the county of Somerset, England. Situated amidst the picturesque landscape of the Mendip Hills, it is renowned for its stunning Downs and Moorland.

The village itself is nestled along the A371 road, approximately 15 miles south of the historic city of Bath. It boasts a population of around 500 residents, making it a close-knit community with a welcoming atmosphere.

Ditcheat Park is primarily characterized by its breathtaking Downs, which provide panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. The Downs are covered in lush greenery, dotted with vibrant wildflowers during the warmer months. They offer a tranquil retreat for nature lovers and hikers, providing ample opportunities for exploring and enjoying the great outdoors.

In addition to the Downs, Ditcheat Park is also known for its Moorland. The Moorland is a unique ecosystem, characterized by its open, treeless expanses and heather-covered terrain. It is home to a variety of wildlife, including birds, deer, and grazing sheep. The Moorland provides a distinctive and beautiful backdrop, offering a sense of tranquility and natural beauty to the area.

Overall, Ditcheat Park is a hidden gem in the heart of Somerset, offering visitors and residents alike a chance to appreciate the beauty of the Downs and Moorland, and to experience the charm of a close-knit village community.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.123293/-2.5441211 or Grid Reference ST6236. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Manor House Inn Nice country pub with very good food and pleasant staff on my visit.
The Manor House Inn
Nice country pub with very good food and pleasant staff on my visit.
Evening view across the fields. Taken from nr Roses Farm.
Evening view across the fields.
Taken from nr Roses Farm.
Storm approaching, Ditcheat A lone horse grazes near beneath the tree as the storm approaches.
Storm approaching, Ditcheat
A lone horse grazes near beneath the tree as the storm approaches.
Footpath, Ditcheat The footpath passes to the right of the tree.
Footpath, Ditcheat
The footpath passes to the right of the tree.
Old Brick Ruin (folly?) Photo taken across fields to a brick ruin on Ditcheat Hill.
Old Brick Ruin (folly?)
Photo taken across fields to a brick ruin on Ditcheat Hill.
Highbridge branch train at Evercreech Junction View SE, towards Templecombe and Bournemouth: ex-Somerset & Dorset Bath - Bournemouth line, junction of branch to Highbridge and Burnham-on-Sea. The 17.00 to Highbridge is headed by LMS-type Ivatt 2MT 2-6-2T No. 41242 (built 10/49, withdrawn 4/65) - class extensively used on BR(SR) at that time. Evercreech Junction and all the lines were closed on 7/3/66.
Highbridge branch train at Evercreech Junction
View SE, towards Templecombe and Bournemouth: ex-Somerset & Dorset Bath - Bournemouth line, junction of branch to Highbridge and Burnham-on-Sea. The 17.00 to Highbridge is headed by LMS-type Ivatt 2MT 2-6-2T No. 41242 (built 10/49, withdrawn 4/65) - class extensively used on BR(SR) at that time. Evercreech Junction and all the lines were closed on 7/3/66.
House near Wraxal Cross Roads. This house appeared to be a completely new house sitting just north of the road from Wraxall west to Hembridge.
House near Wraxal Cross Roads.
This house appeared to be a completely new house sitting just north of the road from Wraxall west to Hembridge.
A37 northbound
A37 northbound
A37 northbound
A37 northbound
A37 northbound
A37 northbound
The church of St Mary Magdalene, Ditcheat
The church of St Mary Magdalene, Ditcheat
The Mission Church at Alhampton
The Mission Church at Alhampton
Ordnance Survey Trig Pillar S5915 This pillar is called Pennard Hill. Although relatively flat it is on the highest point here.
Ordnance Survey Trig Pillar S5915
This pillar is called Pennard Hill. Although relatively flat it is on the highest point here.
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This mark can be found on the wall of St Mary Magdalene Church. For more detail see : <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm47757" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm47757">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>
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This mark can be found on the wall of St Mary Magdalene Church. For more detail see : LinkExternal link
Evercreech Junction station Evercreech Junction on the former Somerset and Dorset railway. The train has come from Highbridge on the branch which ran across the Somerset levels. The station closed in 1966.
Evercreech Junction station
Evercreech Junction on the former Somerset and Dorset railway. The train has come from Highbridge on the branch which ran across the Somerset levels. The station closed in 1966.
The end of Evercreech Junction The track of the former Somerset and Dorset railway is being lifted, a year after the line closed.
The end of Evercreech Junction
The track of the former Somerset and Dorset railway is being lifted, a year after the line closed.
Former Evercreech Junction station, 1991 View northward on A371 road, on the former Somerset & Dorset Railway towards Bath, also Burnham-on-Sea via Highbridge. All had ceased from 7/3/66. However, someone thought to save a station nameboard.
Former Evercreech Junction station, 1991
View northward on A371 road, on the former Somerset & Dorset Railway towards Bath, also Burnham-on-Sea via Highbridge. All had ceased from 7/3/66. However, someone thought to save a station nameboard.
Moor Lane leading to Alhampton
Moor Lane leading to Alhampton
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Ditcheat Park is located at Grid Ref: ST6236 (Lat: 51.123293, Lng: -2.5441211)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Mendip

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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