Barrows

Settlement in Somerset Sedgemoor

England

Barrows

North Street Chapel, Cheddar Credit: PAUL FARMER

Barrows, Somerset is a small village located in the southwest of England, within the county of Somerset. Situated just 3 miles northeast of Yeovil, Barrows is surrounded by picturesque rolling hills and countryside, making it a popular destination for those seeking a tranquil escape.

The village is home to a close-knit community of around 500 residents. The local economy is primarily supported by agriculture and small businesses, with farming playing a significant role in the area's heritage. The landscape surrounding Barrows is dotted with patchwork fields of crops and grazing livestock, providing a scenic backdrop to the village.

Barrows boasts a number of amenities that cater to the needs of its residents. These include a primary school, village hall, and a local pub, which serves as a social hub for the community. The village also benefits from excellent transport links, with the A37 road running nearby, connecting Barrows to other nearby towns and cities.

Nature and outdoor enthusiasts are drawn to Barrows for its proximity to the stunning countryside and nature reserves in the surrounding area. The village is within easy reach of popular destinations such as Ham Hill Country Park, offering opportunities for walking, cycling, and wildlife spotting.

Overall, Barrows, Somerset offers a peaceful and idyllic setting for those seeking a rural lifestyle, whilst still being within reach of larger towns and cities. Its strong sense of community and beautiful natural surroundings make it a desirable place to live or visit.

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Barrows Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.279651/-2.7841104 or Grid Reference ST4553. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

North Street Chapel, Cheddar

PAUL FARMER

Intake tower at Cheddar reservoir

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Bus stop in Cheddar Road, Axbridge

Axbridge is a historic village in Somerset. It boasts a mediaeval market square. The Strawberry Line path and National Cycle Network route 26 both pass through the centre of the village. More information about Axbridge is available on the Visit Somerset website: Link

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Barnabas Close, Axbridge

A short road with modern houses

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Strawberry Line crossing Ellenge Stream south-east of Axbridge

The seat looks over the bridge railing

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Strawberry Line south-east of Axbridge

The National Cycle Network is a network of cycle routes. It was created by the charity Sustrans Link

(Sustainable Transport), aided by a National Lottery grant. Many routes aim to minimise contact with motor traffic, though 70% of them are on roads. In some cases the NCN uses pedestrian routes, disused railways, minor roads, canal towpaths, or traffic-calmed routes in towns and cities.

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Grassland by Cheddar Reservoir

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Strawberry Line north-west of Cheddar

The National Cycle Network is a network of cycle routes. It was created by the charity Sustrans Link

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Bridge for Lower New Road, Cheddar over Strawberry Line

The National Cycle Network is a network of cycle routes. It was created by the charity Sustrans Link

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Workshops, Wedmore Road, Cheddar

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The edge of Cheddar and woodland in Cheddar Gorge

Cheddar Gorge is a limestone gorge in the Mendip Hills, west of the village of Cheddar. The gorge is the site of the Cheddar show caves, where Britain's oldest complete human skeleton, Cheddar Man, estimated to be over 9,000 years old, was found in 1903. Older remains from the Upper Late Palaeolithic era (12,000–13,000 years ago) have been found. The caves, produced by the activity of an underground river, contain stalactites and stalagmites. Extract from Wikipedia Link

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Cheddar Methodist Chapel

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Prickles Charity Shop, Cheddar

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Builders' merchants, Wedmore Road, Cheddar

The Strawberry Line runs to the right of the gate

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Sharpham Road playing fields, Cheddar

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Hedge by Strawberry Line, north-west of Cheddar

The National Cycle Network is a network of cycle routes. It was created by the charity Sustrans Link

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The Axbridge Stone by A371

The stone is described ST4354 : Axbridge stone; it stands at the junction of Axbridge bypass with the main street through the village

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Rose Cottage, The Cliffs, Cheddar

Grade II Listed early 19th century cottage previously Cheddar Toy and Model Museum, the pink south wing containing Cheddar Models. In 2015 sales particulars it was described as “The interior space offers some 1,473 sq.ft. of floor space and requires total renovation. It is divided into the residential area which is two storey – some floors are missing. The shop premises are single storey and have been modernised with sash windows and new rendered walls and a separate door onto the street”. The museum opened in May 1996 under the famous Lion Rock. In August 2011 the museum website was offering the business for sale and by June 2012 its website was reporting it closed. The building appears to have sold in May 2015 and in January 2020 it was reported Listed Building Consent had been granted for renovation work. A search of my directories only locates one entry for Rose Cottage, 1914 Miss Sarah Stephens, refreshment rooms, Rose Cottage, Cliff Road. From what I can make out there seems to be no business here in the 1890s but in the 1920s and 1940s photos seem to show a shop.

Jo and Steve Turner

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Barrows is located at Grid Ref: ST4553 (Lat: 51.279651, Lng: -2.7841104)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Sedgemoor

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset