Selworthy Combe

Valley in Somerset Somerset West and Taunton

England

Selworthy Combe

All Saints' Church, Selworthy, Somerset All Saints' Church at Selworthy, Somerset. The Church also has an Ordnance Survey bench mark.
<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6999454">SS9146 : Ordnance Survey Bench Mark</a>
All Saints' Church, Selworthy, Somerset Credit: V1ncenze

Selworthy Combe is a picturesque valley located in Somerset, England. Nestled within the Exmoor National Park, this stunning natural landscape is renowned for its outstanding beauty and idyllic charm. Selworthy Combe is situated near the village of Selworthy, just a few miles away from the coastal town of Minehead.

The valley is characterized by its lush greenery, rolling hills, and meandering streams. It is surrounded by dense woodland, which adds to its tranquil and secluded atmosphere. The valley is also home to a diverse range of wildlife, including deer, badgers, and a variety of bird species, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and wildlife photographers.

One of the prominent features of Selworthy Combe is the charming thatched-roof cottages that dot the landscape. These historic buildings give the valley a timeless and quintessentially English feel. The whitewashed cottages are maintained by the National Trust, and their picturesque appearance has made them a popular subject for artists and photographers.

Visitors to Selworthy Combe can enjoy a range of activities, such as hiking along the numerous trails that crisscross the valley. The area offers stunning panoramic views and is especially beautiful during spring when wildflowers carpet the meadows. There are also picnic spots and benches dotted throughout the valley, allowing visitors to fully immerse themselves in the peaceful surroundings.

Overall, Selworthy Combe is a gem of natural beauty in Somerset. Its scenic landscapes, charming cottages, and abundant wildlife make it a must-visit destination for those seeking tranquility and a connection with nature.

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Selworthy Combe Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.213173/-3.5481736 or Grid Reference SS9147. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

All Saints' Church, Selworthy, Somerset All Saints' Church at Selworthy, Somerset. The Church also has an Ordnance Survey bench mark.
<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6999454">SS9146 : Ordnance Survey Bench Mark</a>
All Saints' Church, Selworthy, Somerset
All Saints' Church at Selworthy, Somerset. The Church also has an Ordnance Survey bench mark. SS9146 : Ordnance Survey Bench Mark
Ordnance Survey Bench Mark A very warn mark located at All Saints' Church, Selworthy. These marks were used by Ordnance Survey  for mapping purposes.
<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6999451">SS9146 : All Saints' Church, Selworthy, Somerset</a>
Ordnance Survey Bench Mark
A very warn mark located at All Saints' Church, Selworthy. These marks were used by Ordnance Survey for mapping purposes. SS9146 : All Saints' Church, Selworthy, Somerset
View towards Headon Cross
View towards Headon Cross
Allerford's packhorse bridge The bridge now only carries those on foot, other traffic takes the ford alongside.
Allerford's packhorse bridge
The bridge now only carries those on foot, other traffic takes the ford alongside.
South West Coast Path The South West Coast Path National Trail - 630 miles of superb coastal walking. From Minehead on the edge of the Exmoor National Park to the shores of Poole Harbour in Dorset. It is the longest of all Britain's National Trails.
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South West Coast Path
The South West Coast Path National Trail - 630 miles of superb coastal walking. From Minehead on the edge of the Exmoor National Park to the shores of Poole Harbour in Dorset. It is the longest of all Britain's National Trails. Website: LinkExternal link
Allerford Post Office c.1970 Still the village Post Office to this day. Allerford, along with Bossington and Selworthy, is contained within the National Trust’s Holnicote Estate, which takes in over 12,000 acres of Exmoor coast and countryside.
Allerford Post Office c.1970
Still the village Post Office to this day. Allerford, along with Bossington and Selworthy, is contained within the National Trust’s Holnicote Estate, which takes in over 12,000 acres of Exmoor coast and countryside.
Ordnance Survey Rivet This OS rivet can be found on the small dam. It marks a point 246.639m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Rivet
This OS rivet can be found on the small dam. It marks a point 246.639m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Rivet This OS rivet can be found on the cattle grid. It marks a point 263.801m above mean sea level.
Ordnance Survey Rivet
This OS rivet can be found on the cattle grid. It marks a point 263.801m above mean sea level.
Back road to Selworthy
Back road to Selworthy
Track to Hindon Farm
Track to Hindon Farm
Little Headon Plantation
Little Headon Plantation
Path, inside Little Headon Plantation
Path, inside Little Headon Plantation
Track through Little Headon Plantation
Track through Little Headon Plantation
Porlock : Bossington Hill Looking across to Bossington Hill and beyond to the Bristol Channel.
Porlock : Bossington Hill
Looking across to Bossington Hill and beyond to the Bristol Channel.
Allerford Chocolate box country. The packhorse bridge in Allerford.
Allerford
Chocolate box country. The packhorse bridge in Allerford.
Selworthy tea room A National Trust preserved "village".
Selworthy tea room
A National Trust preserved "village".
Exmoor A view across Exmoor from the parking area at the viewpoint in this grid square. Picture was taken looking west.
Exmoor
A view across Exmoor from the parking area at the viewpoint in this grid square. Picture was taken looking west.
Exmoor This view taken from the A39 was taken looking ESE towards Bratton Wood on the distant hill and Minehead to the southeast of the hill. The heather covered hill in the immediate foreground is in this square.
Exmoor
This view taken from the A39 was taken looking ESE towards Bratton Wood on the distant hill and Minehead to the southeast of the hill. The heather covered hill in the immediate foreground is in this square.
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Selworthy Combe is located at Grid Ref: SS9147 (Lat: 51.213173, Lng: -3.5481736)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Somerset West and Taunton

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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Nearby Amenities

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Selworthy War Memorial
Historic: memorial
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Cafe
Periwinkle Cottage
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Toilets
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Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Brand Wikipedia: en:Royal Mail
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Selworthy Farm
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The Tithe Barn
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Selworthy
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Bury Castle
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Wikipedia: en:Bury Castle, Selworthy
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Bench
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Bench
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