Hemington

Settlement in Somerset Mendip

England

Hemington

Direction Sign – Signpost on the B3139, Frome Road, A366 and A362 crossroads in Hemington parish Located on the west side of the crossroads of the B3139, Frome Road, A366 and A362 in Hemington parish. 6 arms and lost finial.

Milestone Society National ID: SO_ST7153
Direction Sign – Signpost on the B3139, Frome Road, A366 and A362 crossroads in Hemington parish Credit: J Dowding

Hemington is a small village located in the county of Somerset, England. Situated approximately 11 miles southwest of Bath and 8 miles southeast of Bristol, the village is nestled in a picturesque countryside setting. With a population of around 500 residents, Hemington offers a tranquil and close-knit community for its inhabitants.

The village is renowned for its beautiful rural surroundings, with rolling hills, lush green fields, and charming country lanes. The River Chew runs through Hemington, providing a serene and idyllic backdrop for leisurely walks and outdoor activities. The village is also surrounded by several nature reserves and parks, providing ample opportunities for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers.

Hemington boasts a rich history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to Roman times. The village is home to a 13th-century church, St. Mary's Church, which is a prominent landmark and a testament to its historical significance. The village also has a number of traditional stone cottages and farmhouses, adding to its rustic charm.

While Hemington itself is relatively small, it benefits from its proximity to larger towns and cities. Residents have easy access to a range of amenities and services in nearby Bath and Bristol, including shopping centers, restaurants, and cultural attractions.

Overall, Hemington offers a peaceful and picturesque setting, steeped in history and surrounded by natural beauty. With its close-knit community and convenient location, the village provides a desirable place to live for those seeking a tranquil countryside lifestyle within reach of urban amenities.

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Direction Sign – Signpost on the B3139, Frome Road, A366 and A362 crossroads in Hemington parish Located on the west side of the crossroads of the B3139, Frome Road, A366 and A362 in Hemington parish. 6 arms and lost finial.

Milestone Society National ID: SO_ST7153
Direction Sign – Signpost on the B3139, Frome Road, A366 and A362 crossroads in Hemington parish
Located on the west side of the crossroads of the B3139, Frome Road, A366 and A362 in Hemington parish. 6 arms and lost finial. Milestone Society National ID: SO_ST7153
Old Milestone by A366, North of Hemington, just West of Crossroads The Milestone is located on grass verge on the South of the road.  Parish of Hemington (Mendip District). Metal plate attached to stone post, Radstock iron plate design, erected by the Radstock turnpike trust in the 18th century, top right corner of plate gone; chips on top left of stone. An earlier photograph can be found here: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6035396" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6035396">Link</a> 

Inscription reads:-  
RADSTOCK / 3 / P. NORTON / 3   

Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1408656 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1408656" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1408656">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> 

Milestone Society National ID: SO_FRPN11
Old Milestone by A366, North of Hemington, just West of Crossroads
The Milestone is located on grass verge on the South of the road.  Parish of Hemington (Mendip District). Metal plate attached to stone post, Radstock iron plate design, erected by the Radstock turnpike trust in the 18th century, top right corner of plate gone; chips on top left of stone. An earlier photograph can be found here: Link  Inscription reads:- RADSTOCK / 3 / P. NORTON / 3 Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1408656 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: SO_FRPN11
Old Milestone by A362, Buckland Down, North of Lodge to Ammerdown Park The Milestone is located on grass verge on the West of the road.  Parish of Hemington (Mendip  District). Metal plate attached to stone post, Radstock iron plate design, erected by the Radstock turnpike trust in the 18th century. Re-erected after being uprooted in 2001; repainted by a member of the public. An earlier photograph can be found here: <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6060915" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6060915">Link</a> 

Inscription reads:-   
FROME / 5 / RADSTOCK / 3 

Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1175774 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1175774" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1175774">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> 

Milestone Society National ID: SO_FRRS05
Old Milestone by A362, Buckland Down, North of Lodge to Ammerdown Park
The Milestone is located on grass verge on the West of the road.  Parish of Hemington (Mendip District). Metal plate attached to stone post, Radstock iron plate design, erected by the Radstock turnpike trust in the 18th century. Re-erected after being uprooted in 2001; repainted by a member of the public. An earlier photograph can be found here: Link  Inscription reads:- FROME / 5 / RADSTOCK / 3 Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1175774 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: SO_FRRS05
Road from Foxcote meets the A366
Road from Foxcote meets the A366
The A366 leaves Faulkland past a converted chapel
The A366 leaves Faulkland past a converted chapel
Track, Napp Wood The woodland, part of the Ammerdown Estate is open for the public.
Track, Napp Wood
The woodland, part of the Ammerdown Estate is open for the public.
St Mary's church, Hardington Bampfylde (interior) Belying the building's Norman origins is an interior that looks distinctly Georgian. The pulpit and altar rails are of the late C18, whilst the box pews are early C19; it followed much rebuilding in the early C17. The Royal Arms of Charles I above the chancel arch was repainted in 1817. The 'wonky' chancel arch itself is possibly Norman, whilst the nave is late C14. This little church sits amongst modern farm buildings and is now cared for by the Churches Conservation Trust.
St Mary's church, Hardington Bampfylde (interior)
Belying the building's Norman origins is an interior that looks distinctly Georgian. The pulpit and altar rails are of the late C18, whilst the box pews are early C19; it followed much rebuilding in the early C17. The Royal Arms of Charles I above the chancel arch was repainted in 1817. The 'wonky' chancel arch itself is possibly Norman, whilst the nave is late C14. This little church sits amongst modern farm buildings and is now cared for by the Churches Conservation Trust.
St Mary's church, Hardington Bampfylde - Bampfylde monument This fine wall monument to Colonel Warwick Bampfylde (†1694) in the chancel stands 12 feet tall. As well as the Colonel, the memorial inscription also commemorates three further generations of the Bampfylde family.
St Mary's church, Hardington Bampfylde - Bampfylde monument
This fine wall monument to Colonel Warwick Bampfylde (†1694) in the chancel stands 12 feet tall. As well as the Colonel, the memorial inscription also commemorates three further generations of the Bampfylde family.
Blessed Virgin Mary, Hemington
Blessed Virgin Mary, Hemington
FAULKLAND, Hemington, Somerset The former Wesleyan Chapel was converted into a house recently
FAULKLAND, Hemington, Somerset
The former Wesleyan Chapel was converted into a house recently
HARDINGTON,  Somerset This small redundant church is in the care of the Churches Conservation Trust
HARDINGTON, Somerset
This small redundant church is in the care of the Churches Conservation Trust
Blessed Virgin Mary, Hemington
Blessed Virgin Mary, Hemington
Terry Hill Crossroads, A362, A366, B3139
Terry Hill Crossroads, A362, A366, B3139
Hemington: Faulkland Looking west-north-west to houses on the green at Faulkland. Seen from the A366 road
Hemington: Faulkland
Looking west-north-west to houses on the green at Faulkland. Seen from the A366 road
Flooded lane at Buckland Down A view looking west along the road to Hatchet Hill at Buckland Down. The lane is flooded after heavy overnight rain. The buildings at centre left are part of a timber merchants premises.
Flooded lane at Buckland Down
A view looking west along the road to Hatchet Hill at Buckland Down. The lane is flooded after heavy overnight rain. The buildings at centre left are part of a timber merchants premises.
Pillar Lane A view looking north along Pillar Lane towards a small barn.
Pillar Lane
A view looking north along Pillar Lane towards a small barn.
View to Pond Farm A view looking to the northwest from Pillar Lane, over farmland towards Pond Farm, hidden in the trees just right of centre.
View to Pond Farm
A view looking to the northwest from Pillar Lane, over farmland towards Pond Farm, hidden in the trees just right of centre.
Approaching the junction for Hemington A view looking to the northwest along the A362 towards the junction with the lane to Hemington. The ivy covered structure to the left is a disused bus shelter.
Approaching the junction for Hemington
A view looking to the northwest along the A362 towards the junction with the lane to Hemington. The ivy covered structure to the left is a disused bus shelter.
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Hemington is located at Grid Ref: ST7353 (Lat: 51.27901, Lng: -2.387934)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Mendip

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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Located within 500m of 51.27901,-2.387934
Hemington
Place: village
Lat/Long: 51.2763799/-2.3936687
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 51.2784377/-2.3890248
Barrier: kissing_gate
Lat/Long: 51.2780912/-2.3907436
Barrier: kissing_gate
Lat/Long: 51.2781428/-2.390596
Addr Housenumber: 5
Lat/Long: 51.2789952/-2.3880681
Addr Housenumber: 1
Lat/Long: 51.278861/-2.3883671
Post Box
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: wall
Lat/Long: 51.2763551/-2.3921967
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