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Holwell Valley

Valley in Somerset Mendip

England

Holwell Valley

Nunney Village & Church View of the village and church of Nunney, photographed from outside the castle. The footbridge in the photograph crosses the Nunney Brook and leads onto Church Street.
Nunney Village & Church Credit: Kevin Pearson

Holwell Valley is a picturesque and tranquil valley located in the county of Somerset, England. Situated in the Mendip Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this valley offers breathtaking views of rolling hills, lush green meadows, and charming rural landscapes.

The valley is home to a small community of approximately 200 residents, mainly consisting of farmers and those seeking a peaceful countryside lifestyle. The village of Holwell serves as the main settlement in the valley, with its quaint stone cottages and historic buildings adding to the area's charm.

The valley is crisscrossed by a network of public footpaths and bridleways, making it a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Hikers, cyclists, and horse riders can explore the valley's idyllic surroundings and discover its hidden gems, including ancient woodlands, babbling brooks, and wildflower meadows. The valley is also a popular spot for bird watching, with a diverse range of species inhabiting the area.

Although small in size, Holwell Valley boasts a strong sense of community and hosts regular events and activities for its residents. The valley has a local pub, The Green Man, where locals and visitors can enjoy a drink and traditional pub food.

Overall, Holwell Valley offers a peaceful and picturesque retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life. Its natural beauty, community spirit, and outdoor recreational opportunities make it a truly special place to visit or call home.

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Holwell Valley Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.205994/-2.3855192 or Grid Reference ST7345. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Nunney Village & Church View of the village and church of Nunney, photographed from outside the castle. The footbridge in the photograph crosses the Nunney Brook and leads onto Church Street.
Nunney Village & Church
View of the village and church of Nunney, photographed from outside the castle. The footbridge in the photograph crosses the Nunney Brook and leads onto Church Street.
Nunney Castle Nunney Castle, viewed from the eastern end of Castle Street.
Nunney Castle
Nunney Castle, viewed from the eastern end of Castle Street.
Church Street in Nunney View of Church Street in Nunney, photographed from outside the church, looking south west towards the George Inn.
Church Street in Nunney
View of Church Street in Nunney, photographed from outside the church, looking south west towards the George Inn.
Church of All Saints, Nunney The Church of All Saints in Nunney, photographed from the gate on Church Street.
Church of All Saints, Nunney
The Church of All Saints in Nunney, photographed from the gate on Church Street.
Old Milestone, A361, Marston Road, north of Trudoxhill The milestone is located on the grass verge on the south side of the road. Parish of Trudoxhill (Mendip District). Metal plate attached to stone post, Old Bruton iron plate design, erected by the Bruton turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- TO BRUTON 8 Somerset HER. HER number: 18204 Link Milestone Society National ID: SO_BNFR08
Old Milestone, A361, Marston Road, north of Trudoxhill
The milestone is located on the grass verge on the south side of the road. Parish of Trudoxhill (Mendip District). Metal plate attached to stone post, Old Bruton iron plate design, erected by the Bruton turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- TO BRUTON 8 Somerset HER. HER number: 18204 Link Milestone Society National ID: SO_BNFR08
Nunney Castle <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1014716?section=official-listing" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1014716?section=official-listing">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Nunney Castle
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Nunney Brook Brook and buildings in Nunney.
Nunney Brook
Brook and buildings in Nunney.
Nunney Castle View from the south
Nunney Castle
View from the south
Marston Road, Nunney At the junction of the road from Trudoxhill with the A361 Marston Road. The brown sign pointing towards the camera advertises "Trudoxhill Macmillan Way" and both OS maps and the LWDA map show the Way crossing the main road at this junction. But I can't see any route for it on the other side of this junction, nor any waymark. Surely it should follow the lane shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4068831">ST7444 : Disused road, near Nunney Catch</a> which passes safely beneath the main road? However, no waymarking is visible on Streetview where this lane leaves the road from Trudoxhill.
Marston Road, Nunney
At the junction of the road from Trudoxhill with the A361 Marston Road. The brown sign pointing towards the camera advertises "Trudoxhill Macmillan Way" and both OS maps and the LWDA map show the Way crossing the main road at this junction. But I can't see any route for it on the other side of this junction, nor any waymark. Surely it should follow the lane shown in ST7444 : Disused road, near Nunney Catch which passes safely beneath the main road? However, no waymarking is visible on Streetview where this lane leaves the road from Trudoxhill.
Direction Sign – Signpost by the bridge in Nunney Located beside the bridge on the west side of the junction of Castle Hill, Church Street and High Street in Nunney parish. 3 arms and pyramid finial. See also <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6043241" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6043241">Link</a>. Milestone Society National ID: SO_ST7345
Direction Sign – Signpost by the bridge in Nunney
Located beside the bridge on the west side of the junction of Castle Hill, Church Street and High Street in Nunney parish. 3 arms and pyramid finial. See also Link. Milestone Society National ID: SO_ST7345
A361 approaching Nunney Catch Looking left from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7189486">ST7444 : Marston Road, Nunney</a> along Marston Road; the Nunney Catch roundabout can be glimpsed ahead. On the left is Braeside Farm.
A361 approaching Nunney Catch
Looking left from ST7444 : Marston Road, Nunney along Marston Road; the Nunney Catch roundabout can be glimpsed ahead. On the left is Braeside Farm.
Splitter island, Nunney Catch Roundabout Turning left away from the roundabout is the A361 to Shepton Mallet. I'd have thought there should be a roadsign on the island confirming thus.
Splitter island, Nunney Catch Roundabout
Turning left away from the roundabout is the A361 to Shepton Mallet. I'd have thought there should be a roadsign on the island confirming thus.
Nunney Castle and moat
Nunney Castle and moat
Interior, Nunney Castle One of four towers in the moated 14th century castle shown here <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/694664">ST7345 : Nunney Castle (2)</a> . Nunney Castle is cared for by English Heritage <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/properties/nunney-castle/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/daysout/properties/nunney-castle/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> .
Interior, Nunney Castle
One of four towers in the moated 14th century castle shown here ST7345 : Nunney Castle (2) . Nunney Castle is cared for by English Heritage LinkExternal link .
Medieval tithe barn As seen from the grounds of Nunney Castle. The barn (not open to the public) has been recently restored - information from local café website <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.cafedelamere.com/nunney-castle.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.cafedelamere.com/nunney-castle.html">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> . Built around 1500 - for architectural details see Images of England <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.imagesofengland.org.uk/Details/Default.aspx?id=266832" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.imagesofengland.org.uk/Details/Default.aspx?id=266832">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> .
Medieval tithe barn
As seen from the grounds of Nunney Castle. The barn (not open to the public) has been recently restored - information from local café website LinkExternal link . Built around 1500 - for architectural details see Images of England LinkExternal link .
Footbridge across Nunney Brook On a path leading from Castle Street to Church Street. The green beside the brook has some benches and flower planters - see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3057296">ST7345 : Diamond Jubilee floral display near Nunney Castle</a> .
Footbridge across Nunney Brook
On a path leading from Castle Street to Church Street. The green beside the brook has some benches and flower planters - see ST7345 : Diamond Jubilee floral display near Nunney Castle .
Diamond Jubilee floral display near Nunney Castle Celebrating the sixty year reign of Queen Elizabeth II. For location see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3057294">ST7345 : Footbridge across Nunney Brook</a> .
Diamond Jubilee floral display near Nunney Castle
Celebrating the sixty year reign of Queen Elizabeth II. For location see ST7345 : Footbridge across Nunney Brook .
Door of former Wesleyan Chapel, Nunney Dated 1812, now converted to a house. A wider shot of the building is shown here <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/873286">ST7345 : Former Wesleyan Chapel, Nunney, Somerset</a> .
Door of former Wesleyan Chapel, Nunney
Dated 1812, now converted to a house. A wider shot of the building is shown here ST7345 : Former Wesleyan Chapel, Nunney, Somerset .
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Holwell Valley is located at Grid Ref: ST7345 (Lat: 51.205994, Lng: -2.3855192)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Mendip

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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