Long Ashton

Settlement in Somerset

England

Long Ashton

Long Ashton is a picturesque village located in the North Somerset district of Somerset, England. Situated just a few miles southwest of the vibrant city of Bristol, Long Ashton benefits from its close proximity to urban amenities while retaining a peaceful countryside charm.

The village is nestled amidst rolling hills and lush greenery, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. Long Ashton is known for its quaint and historic buildings, including the iconic Holy Trinity Church, which dates back to the 14th century. Other notable landmarks in the area include the Ashton Court Mansion, a magnificent country estate with beautiful gardens and parkland.

Long Ashton boasts a strong sense of community, with a range of local amenities catering to residents' needs. These include a primary school, a community hall, a post office, and several shops and pubs. The village also has a rich sporting culture, with facilities for cricket, football, tennis, and golf, ensuring there is always something to cater to every interest.

For those seeking outdoor recreation, Ashton Court Estate is a must-visit destination. Spanning over 850 acres, the estate offers picturesque walks, cycling trails, and even a deer park. Additionally, the annual Bristol Balloon Fiesta, held at Ashton Court, attracts thousands of visitors each year, showcasing a stunning spectacle of hot air balloons filling the sky.

With excellent transport links to Bristol and other nearby towns, Long Ashton provides an ideal balance between rural living and urban convenience. Its charming character, natural beauty, and vibrant community make it a highly sought-after place to live and explore in the heart of Somerset.

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Long Ashton Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.429546/-2.662426 or Grid Reference ST5470. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The hamlet of Yanley

Taken from A370 'Long Ashton Bypass'

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Barrow Hospital

Due to close in a few months many of the buildings of this Psychiatric Hospital have been boarded up for many years. This shows "South Side" with the courtyard to the former Day Hospital. All due to be redeveloped when the site is sold.

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Barrow Hospital - "Staff Cottages"

The main road from Wild Country Lane has a row of semi-detached houses leading to the main Lodge gates (far left). These houses are all in private ownership (probably many are ex-staff) and are likely to survive longer than the hospital buildings when the site is redeveloped following the hospital's closure in Spring 2006

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Long Ashton - Railway Cutting

The Bristol - Weston-super-Mare line viewed from Wild Country Lane bridge

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Gatcombe Farm & Shop

Adrian and Janet Quantock

Gatcombe Farm Geese

Adrian and Janet Quantock

Wood Spring Golf Course

Adrian and Janet Quantock

Long Ashton: aqueduct over railway

An aqueduct carries the Land Yeo, a river, across the Bristol and Exeter railway. The bridge also provides access to a farm on Cambridge Batch. Looking south east

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Dundry, from Long Ashton

These cows may look innocent enough, but they were in the adjacent field moments before watching us walk pass. You can see Dundry church on the hill.

South West of Bristol

Taken just after crossing the nearby railway bridge and before reaching the village of Long Ashton. If you have your glasses handy you can just make out the red City football ground (Ashton Gate).