Chilcote Combe

Valley in Somerset Mendip

England

Chilcote Combe

Thrupe Houses and farm in this small Mendip hamlet. — Thrupe Credit: Patrick Mackie

Chilcote Combe is a picturesque valley located in Somerset, England. Nestled in the Mendip Hills, this tranquil combe stretches for approximately 2.5 kilometers and is characterized by rolling green hills, dense woodlands, and a meandering stream that runs through its center.

The combe is renowned for its natural beauty and is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers. The surrounding hills offer stunning panoramic views of the countryside, making it a haven for photographers and artists alike. The area is also home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, with wildflowers, ancient trees, and various bird species scattered throughout.

Chilcote Combe is rich in history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the Iron Age. Archaeological discoveries, such as pottery and tools, have been unearthed in the area, indicating its significance as a settlement in ancient times.

Walking trails wind their way through the combe, providing visitors with the opportunity to explore its natural wonders at their own pace. The Chilcote Circular Walk is a popular route, guiding hikers along the combe's stream, through charming woodlands, and up to breathtaking viewpoints. Along the way, it is common to spot wildlife such as deer, rabbits, and a variety of bird species.

Overall, Chilcote Combe offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. With its idyllic scenery, fascinating history, and abundant wildlife, it is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered by nature lovers and adventure seekers.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.212125/-2.5976229 or Grid Reference ST5846. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Thrupe Houses and farm in this small Mendip hamlet.

Thrupe

Houses and farm in this small Mendip hamlet.

Fields near East Horrington The near field beside Crapnell Lane has recently been grazed by cattle.

Fields near East Horrington

The near field beside Crapnell Lane has recently been grazed by cattle.

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Type 29 Pillbox Sharcombe park WW2 Pill box near Dulcote, on &quot;defence line green&quot;. This is on the edge of Dinder Wood, which is on a ridge facing south. Thank goodness it and many like it were never needed.

Type 29 Pillbox Sharcombe park

WW2 Pill box near Dulcote, on "defence line green". This is on the edge of Dinder Wood, which is on a ridge facing south. Thank goodness it and many like it were never needed.

Wells Golf Course A view facing south from in front of the club house towards King&#039;s Castle wood. The 18th green is directly in front. Golf courses may be beautiful, but they are incredibly damaging to the environment, leaving a big ecological footprint.

Wells Golf Course

A view facing south from in front of the club house towards King's Castle wood. The 18th green is directly in front. Golf courses may be beautiful, but they are incredibly damaging to the environment, leaving a big ecological footprint.

The Mendip Hospital, South Horrington. Nr Wells This beautiful building on the outskirts of Wells catered for people suffering from mental illnesses. It closed in the 1980s and subsequently has been turned into apartments, increasing the population of South Horrington dramatically.

The Mendip Hospital, South Horrington. Nr Wells

This beautiful building on the outskirts of Wells catered for people suffering from mental illnesses. It closed in the 1980s and subsequently has been turned into apartments, increasing the population of South Horrington dramatically.

Pond at bottom of dry valley Water has accumulated here at the bottom of a dry valley to form a largish pond where ducks were swimming. There doesn&#039;t, however, appear to be a stream running into it.

Pond at bottom of dry valley

Water has accumulated here at the bottom of a dry valley to form a largish pond where ducks were swimming. There doesn't, however, appear to be a stream running into it.

Pill Box at Furzy Sleight This was part of WWII defences against a possible German invasion. It is part of &#039;Stop-line Green&#039; which ran from Burnham-on-Sea, across the Somerset Levels, through Wells and then on to Freshford, south of Bath.

Pill Box at Furzy Sleight

This was part of WWII defences against a possible German invasion. It is part of 'Stop-line Green' which ran from Burnham-on-Sea, across the Somerset Levels, through Wells and then on to Freshford, south of Bath.

Pill box at Furzy Sleight In spite of being built very quickly, many pill boxes have survived 50 years of neglect. They had solid flat walls and thick concrete walls covered by external brick shuttering. This Type 29 pill box formed part of the Green Line defences for WWII.

Pill box at Furzy Sleight

In spite of being built very quickly, many pill boxes have survived 50 years of neglect. They had solid flat walls and thick concrete walls covered by external brick shuttering. This Type 29 pill box formed part of the Green Line defences for WWII.

Limestone gate post An old, unused limestone gatepost at the northern entrance to Sharcombe Park. The rusted hook to hang the original gate on can be seen at the front. It is attached to the stone with a lump of lead.

Limestone gate post

An old, unused limestone gatepost at the northern entrance to Sharcombe Park. The rusted hook to hang the original gate on can be seen at the front. It is attached to the stone with a lump of lead.

Stile A slab of limestone forms the barrier to climb over and smaller pieces of limestone are built up on either side to aid people crossing.

Stile

A slab of limestone forms the barrier to climb over and smaller pieces of limestone are built up on either side to aid people crossing.

Recently mown field Mown grass drying in the May sun, waiting to be collected for silage. Thrupe lane lies just beyond the barn and hedge at the bottom of the field.

Recently mown field

Mown grass drying in the May sun, waiting to be collected for silage. Thrupe lane lies just beyond the barn and hedge at the bottom of the field.

Hillview Cottage This beautiful cottage lies on Old Street to the south of Croscombe. It was once called Paradise cottage. The lane leading off to the right of the photograph is Paradise lane and further to the right out of the picture is Paradise hill.

Hillview Cottage

This beautiful cottage lies on Old Street to the south of Croscombe. It was once called Paradise cottage. The lane leading off to the right of the photograph is Paradise lane and further to the right out of the picture is Paradise hill.

Biddlecombe Going from the more open area at the bottom, southern end of the combe into the wooded area where the sides of the combe become progressively steeper.

Biddlecombe

Going from the more open area at the bottom, southern end of the combe into the wooded area where the sides of the combe become progressively steeper.

The Britannia Inn Located on the outskirts of Wells, on the old Wells - Bath road, the Britannia Inn was in existence long before all the housing estates which now surround it.

The Britannia Inn

Located on the outskirts of Wells, on the old Wells - Bath road, the Britannia Inn was in existence long before all the housing estates which now surround it.

Lime kiln This lime kiln is very difficult to spot as it is in such a bad state of repair. All that can be seen now are the outer walls, and these are covered with vegetation making it blend in with the woodland very well.

Lime kiln

This lime kiln is very difficult to spot as it is in such a bad state of repair. All that can be seen now are the outer walls, and these are covered with vegetation making it blend in with the woodland very well.

Stream in Biddlecombe The stream is fed by numerous springs which rise along the combe sides and at its head. The combe itself is a result of a geological fault (Biddle Fault) The bedrock changes from Devonian Old Red Sandstone, to Carboniferous limestone and finally Dolomitic Conglomerate as you descend the combe from north to south.

Stream in Biddlecombe

The stream is fed by numerous springs which rise along the combe sides and at its head. The combe itself is a result of a geological fault (Biddle Fault) The bedrock changes from Devonian Old Red Sandstone, to Carboniferous limestone and finally Dolomitic Conglomerate as you descend the combe from north to south.

West Horrington A view of the west end of the village of West Horrington. All the buildings are south facing.

West Horrington

A view of the west end of the village of West Horrington. All the buildings are south facing.

Barn A small stone and breeze block barn at the bottom of Knapp hill overlooking the Wells - Bath road.

Barn

A small stone and breeze block barn at the bottom of Knapp hill overlooking the Wells - Bath road.

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Chilcote Combe is located at Grid Ref: ST5846 (Lat: 51.212125, Lng: -2.5976229)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Mendip

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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