Heathfield

Settlement in Somerset Somerset West and Taunton

England

Heathfield

Norton Fitzwarren: view north to the Quantocks Taken overlooking Dollings Farm, a little to the west of Heathfield, on the Norton Fitzwarren - Oake parish boundary
Norton Fitzwarren: view north to the Quantocks Credit: Martin Bodman

Heathfield is a small village located in the county of Somerset, England. Situated approximately 6 miles east of Taunton, it is surrounded by beautiful countryside and offers a peaceful and rural setting for its residents. The village has a population of around 500 people, making it a close-knit and friendly community.

Heathfield is known for its picturesque landscapes, with rolling hills and fields stretching as far as the eye can see. The village is surrounded by farmland, providing ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and cycling. The nearby Heathfield Park offers a tranquil retreat for nature lovers, with its well-maintained gardens and scenic walking paths.

Despite its small size, Heathfield has a number of amenities to cater to its residents. The village boasts a primary school, a post office, and a pub, serving as a social hub for locals. The nearby market town of Taunton provides additional facilities, including supermarkets, shops, and leisure centers, just a short drive away.

Heathfield also benefits from excellent transport links, with easy access to major road networks such as the A38 and M5 motorway. The village is well-connected by public transport, with regular bus services to Taunton and surrounding areas.

Overall, Heathfield offers a peaceful and idyllic setting for those seeking a rural lifestyle, while still providing access to necessary amenities and transport links. Its stunning natural surroundings and friendly community make it an appealing place to reside.

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Heathfield Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.030204/-3.199565 or Grid Reference ST1526. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Norton Fitzwarren: view north to the Quantocks Taken overlooking Dollings Farm, a little to the west of Heathfield, on the Norton Fitzwarren - Oake parish boundary
Norton Fitzwarren: view north to the Quantocks
Taken overlooking Dollings Farm, a little to the west of Heathfield, on the Norton Fitzwarren - Oake parish boundary
Milverton: Blagrove’s Farm, Hillcommon Seen from a public footpath between Weekmoor and Oake: looking north-north-east. In the nineteenth century the farm had water power, utilising a leat from the Hillfarrance Brook
Milverton: Blagrove’s Farm, Hillcommon
Seen from a public footpath between Weekmoor and Oake: looking north-north-east. In the nineteenth century the farm had water power, utilising a leat from the Hillfarrance Brook
Pontispool cottages
Pontispool cottages
Oake church
Oake church
Hillfarance church
Hillfarance church
Oake: Hillcommon Looking east on the road from Wiveliscombe to Taunton with the Royal Oak Inn on the right, just in the next square
Oake: Hillcommon
Looking east on the road from Wiveliscombe to Taunton with the Royal Oak Inn on the right, just in the next square
Bishops Lydeard: Cotford St Luke A major housing development on and by the site of the Tone Vale Hospital. Looking north
Bishops Lydeard: Cotford St Luke
A major housing development on and by the site of the Tone Vale Hospital. Looking north
Bishops Lydeard: Cotford St Luke New housing at Burge Meadow. Looking roughly east
Bishops Lydeard: Cotford St Luke
New housing at Burge Meadow. Looking roughly east
Oake: lane by The Old Rectory Looking west-north-west
Oake: lane by The Old Rectory
Looking west-north-west
Norton Fitzwarren: Heathfield church and cross Looking west-south-west
Norton Fitzwarren: Heathfield church and cross
Looking west-south-west
Oake: orchard at Hillcommon Looking south west
Oake: orchard at Hillcommon
Looking south west
Norton Fitzwarren: stile at Heathfield Start of footpath to Cotford St Luke. Looking north east
Norton Fitzwarren: stile at Heathfield
Start of footpath to Cotford St Luke. Looking north east
Bishop's Lydeard: lane near Stallenge Farm Looking north on a no-through road with the Quantocks in the background
Bishop's Lydeard: lane near Stallenge Farm
Looking north on a no-through road with the Quantocks in the background
Oake: old orchard at Monty’s Court Looking south-south-west
Oake: old orchard at Monty’s Court
Looking south-south-west
Norton Fitzwarren: free range at Monty’s Court Looking south east
Norton Fitzwarren: free range at Monty’s Court
Looking south east
Oake telephone box This is No 10 of 42 images of BT telephone boxes in Taunton Deane which BT is trying to cull due to their claimed 'lack of use'.  If you would like to see this phone box stay in situ, please email savethispayphone@ukpayphone.com
Oake telephone box
This is No 10 of 42 images of BT telephone boxes in Taunton Deane which BT is trying to cull due to their claimed 'lack of use'. If you would like to see this phone box stay in situ, please email savethispayphone@ukpayphone.com
Hillcommon telephone box (B3227) This is No 11 of 42 images of BT telephone boxes in Taunton Deane which BT is trying to cull due to their claimed 'lack of use'.  If you would like to see this phone box stay in situ, please email savethispayphone@ukpayphone.com
Hillcommon telephone box (B3227)
This is No 11 of 42 images of BT telephone boxes in Taunton Deane which BT is trying to cull due to their claimed 'lack of use'. If you would like to see this phone box stay in situ, please email savethispayphone@ukpayphone.com
Monty's Court The front of the house from the shrubbery.
Monty's Court
The front of the house from the shrubbery.
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Heathfield is located at Grid Ref: ST1526 (Lat: 51.030204, Lng: -3.199565)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Somerset West and Taunton

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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