Bird's Hill

Hill, Mountain in Somerset Somerset West and Taunton

England

Bird's Hill

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This OS cut mark can be found on the SE angle of All Saints Church. It marks a point 89.685m above mean sea level. — Ordnance Survey Cut Mark Credit: Adrian Dust

Bird's Hill is a prominent geographical feature located in the county of Somerset, England. Situated near the village of East Harptree, it is part of the Mendip Hills range and stands at an elevation of approximately 381 meters (1,250 feet) above sea level.

Known for its breathtaking natural beauty, Bird's Hill offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. The hill is covered in lush green grass, dotted with wildflowers, and is home to a variety of plant and animal species, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and walkers.

The summit of Bird's Hill provides an ideal vantage point, offering sweeping vistas of the Mendip Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. On a clear day, visitors can enjoy views that stretch as far as the city of Bristol and even the Welsh mountains in the distance.

Bird's Hill has a rich history, with evidence of human activity dating back to the Iron Age. Archaeological findings in the area suggest that the hill was once used as a defensive site, possibly due to its strategic location and commanding views.

Today, Bird's Hill is a popular destination for outdoor activities such as hiking, picnicking, and birdwatching. There are several well-marked trails and footpaths that wind through the surrounding countryside, allowing visitors to explore the area's natural beauty at their own pace.

Overall, Bird's Hill in Somerset offers a serene escape from the bustling city life, providing visitors with a chance to immerse themselves in nature and enjoy the stunning vistas that this picturesque hill has to offer.

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Bird's Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.118077/-3.3461599 or Grid Reference ST0536. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This OS cut mark can be found on the SE angle of All Saints Church. It marks a point 89.685m above mean sea level.

Adrian Dust

Combe Sydenham Ford

This ford is found in the Combe Sydenham Country Park. A video of the ford can be seen at: Link

John Walton

All Saints Church, Monksilver, Somerset

All Saints, Monksilver is located between the Quantocks and the Brendon Hills. The church dates back to the C12, although the current structure is the results of rebuilding in the C14. It is thought that the original church was built by monks from Bec Abbey in Normandy, and had connections to Goldcliffe Priory in South Wales. Because the church was a monastic church, the usual memorials inside these early churches are absent, due being owned by the Priory. The main entrance door is the original medieval door with the original ironwork. In later years it came under the ownership of Eton College and then by the Dean and Canons of St George's Chapel, Windsor. The layout is of a standard design - chancel, nave and tower at the west end. The tower has five bells, the oldest being cast in 1548. The church is in the Diocese of Bath and Wells.

John C

Combe Sydenham Mill

A small grain mill - preserved

Martin Bodman

Combe Sydenham Mill: waterwheel

An overshot wheel with wooden buckets and ring gear on the right-hand side. The ring gear is not serving any useful purpose here and indicates that the waterwheel is an import; a replacement for the grain mill's original one

Martin Bodman

Monksilver Country Fair, Somerset 1992

Ray Bird

Old Village Signpost by the B3183, Combehill Cross, Monksilver Parish

Warning triangle finial - Somerset village sign by the B3183, in parish of Monksilver (West Somerset District), Combecross Hill, southern approach to village, in hedge. Grade II Listed. List Entry Number: 1057564 Link

Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: SO_ST0737B

Alan Rosevear

Direction Sign - Signpost on the B3188 in Monksilver

Pyramid finial - 3 arms; Somerset SCC pyramid by the B3188, in parish of Monksilver (West Somerset District), Combehill Cross, southern approach to village. See also Link

. By 2021 the Williton, Watchet, Minehead arm had broken off. Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: SO_ST0737C

A Rosevear

Old Milestone by the B3190, Sticklepath, Old Cleeve parish

Metal plate attached to stone post by the B3190, in parish of Old Cleeve (West Somerset District), hamlet of Sticklepath, beside road on bank, on West side of road. Minehead iron plate, erected by the Minehead & Bampton Road turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- 5 MILES To Watchet Carved benchmark lower front. Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1345598 Link

Milestone Society National ID: SO_WTTV05

JR Dowding

Direction Sign - Signpost by the B3190, near Nettlecombe

Pyramid finial - 3 arms; Somerset SCC pyramid by the B3190, in parish of Old Cleeve (West Somerset District), South of Huish Barton. Exmoor National Park HER. ENPHER Monument Number: MEM24542 Link

Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: SO_ST0538

Milestone Society