Bathway

Settlement in Somerset Mendip

England

Bathway

View from Redhill Lane near Emborough A view southwest from Redhill Lane, with wind turbines in the background.
The ground is iron rich, giving the red colour that Redhill Lane is named for. — View from Redhill Lane near Emborough Credit: Kevin Pearson

Bathway is a small village located in the county of Somerset, England. Situated approximately 5 miles east of the city of Bath, it lies within the Bath and North East Somerset unitary authority. The village is nestled in a picturesque countryside setting, surrounded by rolling hills and green fields.

Bathway boasts a rich history, with evidence of settlements dating back to the Roman period. The area is home to several historical landmarks, including the Grade II listed St. Mary's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church's architecture and stained glass windows are particularly noteworthy.

Despite its small size, Bathway offers a range of amenities to its residents. These include a village hall, a local pub, and a primary school. The village hall serves as a hub for community events and activities, while the pub provides a popular gathering spot for locals and visitors alike.

The village is also surrounded by beautiful countryside, making it an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The nearby countryside offers numerous walking and cycling trails, allowing residents to explore the stunning natural surroundings.

Transport links to Bathway are convenient, with regular bus services connecting the village to Bath and other nearby towns. The village is also well-connected by road, with the A46 providing easy access to the wider region.

Overall, Bathway offers a peaceful and idyllic rural lifestyle, with its rich history, charming amenities, and stunning natural landscapes contributing to its appeal.

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Bathway Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.270048/-2.584386 or Grid Reference ST5952. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

View from Redhill Lane near Emborough

A view southwest from Redhill Lane, with wind turbines in the background. The ground is iron rich, giving the red colour that Redhill Lane is named for.

Kevin Pearson

Chewton Mendip : Bathway - A39

A road heading through Chewton Mendip.

Lewis Clarke

Direction Sign â Signpost at Cutlers Green, Chewton Mendip

Located on a grass triangle in the centre of the junction of the B3114 and Dudwell Lane at Cutlers Green, southeast of Bathway. Chewton Mendip parish. 3 arms, 1 missing, and pyramid finial. Milestone Society National ID: SO_ST5952A

J Dowding

Direction Sign â Signpost on the A39 in Chewton Mendip

Located on the west side of the junction of the A39 High Street and B3114 Lower Street in Chewton Mendip parish. 4 arms and pyramid finial. Restored, repainted and the arms mounted in a different order compared to the 2013 photo, Link. Google Street View shows it in place in 2011 and 2012, but not in 2009 and 2021. Milestone Society National ID: SO_ST5953B

J Dowding

A39 Approaching Chewton Mendip

Entering the 30 MPH zone.

J.Hannan-Briggs

Cutlers Green

The road junction on the B3114 at Cutlers Green, with the pink house reflecting the late afternoon sunshine.

Phil Williams

Horses on the hillside

Adrian and Janet Quantock

St Mary Magdalene Church, Chewton Mendip

Adrian and Janet Quantock

Bridleway Through Woodland

Adrian and Janet Quantock

Woodside

Adrian and Janet Quantock

Field land and St Mary Magdalene's - Chewton Mendip

A view over the tower of St Mary Magdalene's church from Field Lane.

Sharon Loxton

The ford at Chewton Mendip

This ford is just off the A39 in the centre of Chewton Mendip. The ford enables people to drive through the river Chew.

Sharon Loxton

Dairy pasture near Everard's Farm

Jonathan Billinger

Fields and hedgerow at East End

On the northern flank of the Mendip Hills near Chewton Mendip.

Jonathan Billinger

Building and wind turbine, west of Emborough

The building is apparently used as a hangar. This is feasible as the aerial photos of the area show grass airstrips nearby and I saw an air sock. It shows on the map. The turbine is new and isn't on the maps. Update April 2016: the Ordnance Survey have now mapped the turbine which is at ST59455075.

Brian Robert Marshall

Shooter's Bottom wind turbine at dusk

The wind turbine was completed and set in motion on 13th June 2008, and is the first such turbine in Somerset. Its rotor diameter is 70m, and it has a 2MW capacity. Apparently, it will provide enough green electricity each year to power 5% of the homes in the Mendip district. It is claimed that if another nineteen are added then all the homes in this part of Somerset could be powered by a clean, local power source.

Sharon Loxton

Shooter's Bottom wind turbine

Wind power in action is Somerset. The size of the turbine can be judged by the 'matchstick' at the bottom which is a full sized 'telegraph' pole carrying power lines.

Steve Barnes