Doulting Sheep Sleight

Hill, Mountain in Somerset Mendip

England

Doulting Sheep Sleight

Houses on Church Lane Doulting At the far end of the house on the right is a small structure housing an old hand pump which was the supply of fresh water for the village . A bit further away is St Aldhelms well which is a much larger spring and the source of the River Sheppey. — Houses on Church Lane Doulting Credit: Nigel Mykura

Doulting Sheep Sleight is a prominent hill located in the county of Somerset, England. Rising to a height of approximately 198 meters (650 feet), it is nestled within the picturesque Mendip Hills range. The hill is located in the village of Doulting, which lies about 4 miles northwest of Shepton Mallet and 20 miles south of Bristol.

Doulting Sheep Sleight is characterized by its gently sloping grassy slopes, which offer breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. The hill is primarily covered in lush green pastures, dotted with grazing sheep, which gives it its name.

The area surrounding Doulting Sheep Sleight is rich in history and natural beauty. It boasts several ancient sites, including the nearby Doulting Stone Quarry, which dates back to the Roman era and is famous for its honey-colored limestone. The hill also offers access to a network of walking trails, allowing visitors to explore the diverse flora and fauna of the area.

Doulting Sheep Sleight is a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts, offering ample opportunities for walking, hiking, and nature photography. The hill's convenient location and its close proximity to other attractions, such as the historic city of Wells and the Cheddar Gorge, make it a favored destination for both locals and tourists alike.

Overall, Doulting Sheep Sleight is a beautiful and historically significant hill in Somerset, offering visitors a chance to immerse themselves in the natural beauty of the Mendip Hills while enjoying its rich cultural heritage.

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Doulting Sheep Sleight Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.175209/-2.5194985 or Grid Reference ST6341. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Houses on Church Lane Doulting

At the far end of the house on the right is a small structure housing an old hand pump which was the supply of fresh water for the village . A bit further away is St Aldhelms well which is a much larger spring and the source of the River Sheppey.

Nigel Mykura

Old Water Pump in Doulting

The pump handle of this pump is now locked. It has an undated brass plate in memory of Scot Pike.

Nigel Mykura

Water Pump in Doulting (detail)

This shows the Brass memorial plate in memory of Scot Pike

Nigel Mykura

Old Milestone by A37, North of Beard Hill and South of junction with A361

The Milestone is located beside the road in front of the hedge on the West of the road. Parish of Pilton (Mendip District). Cast iron post, plated iron casting design, erected by the Shepton Mallet turnpike trust in the 19th Century. An earlier photograph can be found here: Link Inscription reads:- SHEPTON / MALLET / 2 : : ILCHEST.R / 13 : : EXETER / 60 Milestone Society National ID: SO_SMIC02

JR Dowding

Old Milepost by A371, top of hill by Prestleigh Welcome sign

The Milepost is located in hedge, on verge by West side of the road. Parish of Doulting (Mendip District). Cast iron post, plated iron casting design, erected by the Shepton Mallet turnpike trust in the 19th Century, piece broken off north face; fractures. An earlier photograph can be found here: Link Inscription reads:- SHEPTON / MALLET / 2 : : CASTLE / CARY / 6 : : BRUTON / 5 Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1217657 Link

Milestone Society National ID: SO_SMCC02

JR Dowding

Doulting : Prestleigh : Royal Bath & West Showground

Looking across the avenues at the showground.

Lewis Clarke

Doulting : Prestleigh : Royal Bath & West Showground

A busy scene at the Royal Bath & West Show.

Lewis Clarke

Ridge Lane

Lane south of Shepton Mallet.

Ian Capper

7 - 10 Cannard's Grave Road

Short terrace on Cannard's Grave Road dating from around the turn of the 19th/20th Centuries, first marked on the 1904 25 inch map.

Ian Capper

The Highwayman

Roadside pub built c.1880, situated on a section of the Fosse Way, here part of the A37.

Ian Capper

Cannard's Grave Road

Houses in Cannard's Grave Road with The Highwayman (see ST6241 : The Highwayman) in the background.

Ian Capper

Clarks Meadow

Houses in Clarks Meadow in Tadley Acres, a development over the period 1996 - 2018 on the Duchy of Cornwall owned Field Farm. This section of Clarks Meadow was completed in 2017-8.

Ian Capper

Clarks Meadow

Houses in Clarks Meadow in Tadley Acres, a development over the period 1996 - 2018 on the Duchy of Cornwall owned Field Farm. This section of Clarks Meadow was completed in 2017-8.

Ian Capper

Mistletoe Lane

Houses in Mistletoe Lane in Tadley Acres, a development over the period 1996 - 2018 on the Duchy of Cornwall owned Field Farm. Mistletoe Lane was completed in 2008-9.

Ian Capper

Bourke Road

Houses in Bourke Road in Tadley Acres, a development over the period 1996 - 2018 on the Duchy of Cornwall owned Field Farm. Bourke Road was completed in 2015.

Ian Capper

Hobbs Road

Houses in Hobbs Road in Tadley Acres, a development over the period 1996 - 2018 on the Duchy of Cornwall owned Field Farm. Hobbs Road was completed in 2006-7.

Ian Capper

Little Brooks Lane

Houses in Little Brooks Lane in Tadley Acres, a development over the period 1996 - 2018 on the Duchy of Cornwall owned Field Farm. The houses here were completed in 2007-8.

Ian Capper

Sherring Road

Buildings in Sherring Road in Tadley Acres, a development over the period 1996 - 2018 on the Duchy of Cornwall owned Field Farm. The buildings here were completed in 2005-6.

Ian Capper

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Doulting Sheep Sleight is located at Grid Ref: ST6341 (Lat: 51.175209, Lng: -2.5194985)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Mendip

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset