Arms Hill

Hill, Mountain in Somerset Somerset West and Taunton

England

Arms Hill

Dunster station platform Dunster, opened in 1874, is a single-platform station on the West Somerset Railway, the last stop before Minehead. — Dunster station platform Credit: Stephen Craven

Arms Hill is a prominent hill located in Somerset, a county in southwestern England. It is situated approximately 4 miles west of the town of Frome and stands at an elevation of 250 meters (820 feet) above sea level. Although referred to as a hill, it is often considered a small mountain due to its commanding presence in the surrounding landscape.

Arms Hill is part of the Mendip Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, which is renowned for its stunning scenery and abundant wildlife. The hill itself offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, with its slopes covered in lush green vegetation and interspersed with patches of woodland.

The hill is a popular destination for hikers, walkers, and nature enthusiasts, attracting both locals and visitors from afar. Several footpaths and trails wind their way up the hill, providing access to its summit and offering opportunities for exploration and outdoor activities. On a clear day, one can see as far as the Bristol Channel and the distant Welsh mountains from the top.

Apart from its natural beauty, Arms Hill also holds historical significance. It is believed to have been a site of Iron Age occupation, with evidence of ancient settlements and fortifications found in the area. These archaeological remains add to the intrigue and allure of the hill for history buffs and archaeology enthusiasts.

In conclusion, Arms Hill in Somerset is a picturesque and historically significant hill/mountain that offers stunning views and a chance to connect with nature. Its accessibility and diverse attractions make it a must-visit destination for those seeking outdoor adventures or a peaceful retreat amidst the beauty of the English countryside.

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Dunster station platform Dunster, opened in 1874, is a single-platform station on the West Somerset Railway, the last stop before Minehead.

Dunster station platform

Dunster, opened in 1874, is a single-platform station on the West Somerset Railway, the last stop before Minehead.

Off to the sidings at Dunster Due to work on a level crossing, trains were unable to get to Minehead during 2021, and were being turned back at Dunster, which therefore became the passenger terminus. On this particular day, operations were complicated by the fact that a special train was due to arrive and depart before this scheduled service returned to Bishops Lydeard, and with only a single platform here the stock had to be temporarily stored in sidings just beyond the station. With no run-round facility for the steam loco, this meant having another engine (in this instance a class 33 diesel) at the back of the train from which it could be driven back into the station before the steam loco ran round ready for the next departure.

Off to the sidings at Dunster

Due to work on a level crossing, trains were unable to get to Minehead during 2021, and were being turned back at Dunster, which therefore became the passenger terminus. On this particular day, operations were complicated by the fact that a special train was due to arrive and depart before this scheduled service returned to Bishops Lydeard, and with only a single platform here the stock had to be temporarily stored in sidings just beyond the station. With no run-round facility for the steam loco, this meant having another engine (in this instance a class 33 diesel) at the back of the train from which it could be driven back into the station before the steam loco ran round ready for the next departure.

Dunster station trackwork The West Somerset Railway has been a private preserved railway since 1976, but Dunster seems to have retained all the track and buildings from its pre-1971 British Railways days. There is only one passenger platform, and the sidings and shed to the left here are now used by the railway&#039;s engineering department.

Dunster station trackwork

The West Somerset Railway has been a private preserved railway since 1976, but Dunster seems to have retained all the track and buildings from its pre-1971 British Railways days. There is only one passenger platform, and the sidings and shed to the left here are now used by the railway's engineering department.

Lamp room at Dunster A lamp room was where oil lamps were kept to be attached to the front and rear of trains before the days of electric lighting, and spare oil for these, station lighting and the backlights of old-style semaphore signals. As the WSR still has the latter, it may still be in use.

Lamp room at Dunster

A lamp room was where oil lamps were kept to be attached to the front and rear of trains before the days of electric lighting, and spare oil for these, station lighting and the backlights of old-style semaphore signals. As the WSR still has the latter, it may still be in use.

Level crossing at Dunster station The crossing on Station Road in an unguarded one, with neither gates nor barriers, or even flashing lights. Safety relies on trains going dead slow entering or leaving the station, and drivers hearing the train&#039;s whistle. Even on preserved railways, such crossings are now rare. Maybe the fact this is a dead-end road only serving a couple of farms and a few holiday cottages mean the risk is considered acceptably low.

Level crossing at Dunster station

The crossing on Station Road in an unguarded one, with neither gates nor barriers, or even flashing lights. Safety relies on trains going dead slow entering or leaving the station, and drivers hearing the train's whistle. Even on preserved railways, such crossings are now rare. Maybe the fact this is a dead-end road only serving a couple of farms and a few holiday cottages mean the risk is considered acceptably low.

Dunster station building Seen as approaching from the village, which is a mile from the station (not unusual for a small country station). The main building is listed grade II (list entry 1057599) and according to Historic England dates from 1871 although the line didn&#039;t open until 1874.

Dunster station building

Seen as approaching from the village, which is a mile from the station (not unusual for a small country station). The main building is listed grade II (list entry 1057599) and according to Historic England dates from 1871 although the line didn't open until 1874.

Dunster station - steam train approaching Ex-Great Western Railway locomotive 5199, on hire from the Llangollen Railway, brings its coaches back from the sidings to form the 14.40 departure to Bishops Lydeard.

Dunster station - steam train approaching

Ex-Great Western Railway locomotive 5199, on hire from the Llangollen Railway, brings its coaches back from the sidings to form the 14.40 departure to Bishops Lydeard.

Dunster station - rail replacement buses Due to work being needed to a level crossing between here and Minehead, steam trains were terminating at Dunster during 2021, with a small fleet of buses taking passengers on to Minehead. The three seen here are two open top buses, an AEG Regent dating from 1934 in Devon General livery and a 1976 Bristol VR in the livery of Bristol city, and a modern double-decker (not open-top) from First Bus Norwich.

Dunster station - rail replacement buses

Due to work being needed to a level crossing between here and Minehead, steam trains were terminating at Dunster during 2021, with a small fleet of buses taking passengers on to Minehead. The three seen here are two open top buses, an AEG Regent dating from 1934 in Devon General livery and a 1976 Bristol VR in the livery of Bristol city, and a modern double-decker (not open-top) from First Bus Norwich.

Dunster Dairy Cottages Seen from Station Road.

Dunster Dairy Cottages

Seen from Station Road.

Outbuildings of Dunster Old Manor The 15th century manor house itself is not in this view but see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2363606">SS9944 : The Old Manor, Marsh Street</a>. However the barn seen in the background to this photo is included in the listing (grade II*, list entry 1345608). To the right, by the gate, is a holiday cottage called The Granary.

Outbuildings of Dunster Old Manor

The 15th century manor house itself is not in this view but see SS9944 : The Old Manor, Marsh Street. However the barn seen in the background to this photo is included in the listing (grade II*, list entry 1345608). To the right, by the gate, is a holiday cottage called The Granary.

Signpost at the junction of Station Road and Sea Lane End Typical of Somerset country signposts.

Signpost at the junction of Station Road and Sea Lane End

Typical of Somerset country signposts.

Windfall Furniture, Sea Lane End, Dunster Sales of wooden furniture.

Windfall Furniture, Sea Lane End, Dunster

Sales of wooden furniture.

Barley field near Dunster Viewed from a footpath alongside the river Avill.

Barley field near Dunster

Viewed from a footpath alongside the river Avill.

Footbridge over the river Avill A wooden footbridge forming part of the Jubilee Walk between Dunster station and the historic village.

Footbridge over the river Avill

A wooden footbridge forming part of the Jubilee Walk between Dunster station and the historic village.

Gunnera by the river Avill I think this is the correct name for this plant with the huge leaves.

Gunnera by the river Avill

I think this is the correct name for this plant with the huge leaves.

Footpath by the river Avill The path forms part of the Jubilee Walk between Dunster station and the historic village.

Footpath by the river Avill

The path forms part of the Jubilee Walk between Dunster station and the historic village.

Subway under the A39 The subway forms part of the Jubilee Walk between Dunster station and the historic village, to keep pedestrians off the main road.

Subway under the A39

The subway forms part of the Jubilee Walk between Dunster station and the historic village, to keep pedestrians off the main road.

Houses on Dunster Steep I&#039;m not sure whether these are genuinely old timber-framed houses, or a modern imitation, but they are not listed, so probably the latter.

Houses on Dunster Steep

I'm not sure whether these are genuinely old timber-framed houses, or a modern imitation, but they are not listed, so probably the latter.

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Arms Hill is located at Grid Ref: SS9744 (Lat: 51.188624, Lng: -3.4657984)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Somerset West and Taunton

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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///amended.seducing.sober. Near Minehead, Somerset

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Dunster Lodge

Addr City: Minehead

Addr Country: GB

Addr Place: Alcombe

Addr Postcode: TA24 6EW

Addr Street: Manor Road

Fhrs Authority: West Somerset

Fhrs Id: 160893

Fhrs Local Authority Id: PI/000000761

Social Facility: assisted_living

Social Facility For: senior

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