Belle Vue

Settlement in Somerset

England

Belle Vue

View from Clapton Road, Midsomer Norton View across the valley of the Wellow Brook, taken looking south from Clapton Road in Midsomer Norton.  
Old Mills Colliery tip is the distance.
View from Clapton Road, Midsomer Norton Credit: Kevin Pearson

Belle Vue is a small village located in the county of Somerset, England. Situated on the southern edge of the Mendip Hills, the village is surrounded by picturesque countryside and offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape. It is conveniently located just a few miles away from the bustling town of Wells and is well connected to other major cities in the region.

The village itself is known for its quaint charm and peaceful atmosphere. With a population of around 500 residents, Belle Vue is a close-knit community that prides itself on its friendly and welcoming nature. The village is home to a mix of residential properties, ranging from traditional cottages to more modern houses, providing a variety of housing options for its residents.

Despite its small size, Belle Vue offers a range of amenities to cater to the needs of its residents. These include a local pub, a small convenience store, and a community center, which serves as a hub for various social and recreational activities. The village also benefits from its proximity to the nearby town of Wells, where residents can access a wider range of services, shops, and entertainment options.

For those who enjoy the outdoors, Belle Vue offers numerous opportunities for outdoor activities. The surrounding countryside provides ample space for walking, hiking, and cycling, allowing residents to explore the beautiful natural surroundings. Additionally, the village is located near several popular tourist attractions, including the stunning Cheddar Gorge and the historical city of Bath, making it an ideal base for visitors looking to explore the region.

Overall, Belle Vue is a charming village that offers a peaceful and idyllic setting for its residents. With its stunning natural surroundings, friendly community, and convenient location, it is a desirable place to live for those seeking a quieter and more laid-back lifestyle in the heart of the Somerset countryside.

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Belle Vue Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.293795/-2.479346 or Grid Reference ST6655. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

View from Clapton Road, Midsomer Norton View across the valley of the Wellow Brook, taken looking south from Clapton Road in Midsomer Norton.  
Old Mills Colliery tip is the distance.
View from Clapton Road, Midsomer Norton
View across the valley of the Wellow Brook, taken looking south from Clapton Road in Midsomer Norton. Old Mills Colliery tip is the distance.
Restored station building, Midsomer Norton Once on the Somerset and Dorset Joint Railway <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Somerset_and_Dorset_Joint_Railway" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Somerset_and_Dorset_Joint_Railway">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> between Bath and Bournemouth.
Restored station building, Midsomer Norton
Once on the Somerset and Dorset Joint Railway LinkExternal link between Bath and Bournemouth.
D2128 at Midsomer Norton A re-engined Class O3 locomotive <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://sdjr.co.uk/locomotives-stock/d2128-03901" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://sdjr.co.uk/locomotives-stock/d2128-03901">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>
D2128 at Midsomer Norton
A re-engined Class O3 locomotive LinkExternal link
Rail mounted vehicle at Midsomer Norton
Rail mounted vehicle at Midsomer Norton
The end of the platform, Midsomer Norton A restored section of the Somerset and Dorset Joint Railway <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Somerset_and_Dorset_Joint_Railway" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Somerset_and_Dorset_Joint_Railway">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>
The end of the platform, Midsomer Norton
A restored section of the Somerset and Dorset Joint Railway LinkExternal link
Sentinel steam locomotive 7109 At Midsomer Norton. Built by the Sentinel Waggon Works in 1927 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://preservedbritishsteamlocomotives.com/sentinel-works-no-7109-joyce-0-4-0-vbgt/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://preservedbritishsteamlocomotives.com/sentinel-works-no-7109-joyce-0-4-0-vbgt/">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>
Sentinel steam locomotive 7109
At Midsomer Norton. Built by the Sentinel Waggon Works in 1927 LinkExternal link
Restored signal box at Midsomer Norton
Restored signal box at Midsomer Norton
Footbridge near Clandown Footbridge over a brook.
Footbridge near Clandown
Footbridge over a brook.
Houses in Clandown Houses on the edge of Clandown.
Houses in Clandown
Houses on the edge of Clandown.
Not volcanic A coal spoil heap rises above the greenery. Midsomer Norton and Radstock  were important coalmining areas from the late 18th century, and production gradually increased with time up to 1900. However, the complicated local geology and nationalisation eventually led to the closure of all mining in September 1973.

The heap is actually a SSSI and contains some interesting fossils, including the world's earliest known damselfly!
Not volcanic
A coal spoil heap rises above the greenery. Midsomer Norton and Radstock were important coalmining areas from the late 18th century, and production gradually increased with time up to 1900. However, the complicated local geology and nationalisation eventually led to the closure of all mining in September 1973. The heap is actually a SSSI and contains some interesting fossils, including the world's earliest known damselfly!
Fosse Lane - the end of the tarmac At this point Fosse Lane becomes a Byway Open to All Traffic.  After 200 metres it reaches a T-junction with the ancient Fosseway (also a BOAT).
Fosse Lane - the end of the tarmac
At this point Fosse Lane becomes a Byway Open to All Traffic. After 200 metres it reaches a T-junction with the ancient Fosseway (also a BOAT).
Fosse Way Looking roughly south-west from the junction with the end of Fosse Lane.
Fosse Way
Looking roughly south-west from the junction with the end of Fosse Lane.
Fosse Way Looking North-East towards Clandown from the junction with Fosse Lane.
Fosse Way
Looking North-East towards Clandown from the junction with Fosse Lane.
Bradford - Bournemouth express pounding through Midsomer Norton South station View northward, towards Bath: ex-Somerset & Dorset (Midland & LSW Joint) line, Bath (Green Park) - Templecombe - Bournemouth West. It is a Summer Saturday and the heavy 07.40 from Bradford (Forster Square) has reversed at Bath (dep. 14.50) and is due at Bournemouth West at 17.35. It needs two large locomotives to tackle the heavy gradients, here the long climb from Radstock up to Masbury. SR rebuilt Bulleid Light Pacific No. 34048 'Crediton' (built 11/46 as 21C148, rebuilt 3/59, withdrawn 3/66) is piloting BR Standard 5MT 4-6-0 No. 73019 (built 11/51, withdrawn 1/67). The station was closed with the line on 7/3/66, but the premises and a short length of track now belong to the Somerset & Dorset Railway Heritage Trust. (See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2122053">ST6653 : Midsomer Norton South Station, with Down express</a>).
Bradford - Bournemouth express pounding through Midsomer Norton South station
View northward, towards Bath: ex-Somerset & Dorset (Midland & LSW Joint) line, Bath (Green Park) - Templecombe - Bournemouth West. It is a Summer Saturday and the heavy 07.40 from Bradford (Forster Square) has reversed at Bath (dep. 14.50) and is due at Bournemouth West at 17.35. It needs two large locomotives to tackle the heavy gradients, here the long climb from Radstock up to Masbury. SR rebuilt Bulleid Light Pacific No. 34048 'Crediton' (built 11/46 as 21C148, rebuilt 3/59, withdrawn 3/66) is piloting BR Standard 5MT 4-6-0 No. 73019 (built 11/51, withdrawn 1/67). The station was closed with the line on 7/3/66, but the premises and a short length of track now belong to the Somerset & Dorset Railway Heritage Trust. (See also ST6653 : Midsomer Norton South Station, with Down express).
Midsomer Norton South Station This station was opened on 20 July 1874 as part of the Somerset & Dorset Railway's extension from Evercreech Junction to Bath.  It closed in 1966 along with the rest of the line between Bath and Bournemouth.  The Somerset & Dorset Heritage Trust was established in 1992, and has restored the Midsomer Norton South station. Future plans include relaying tracks to Chilcompton, the next station south, via the Chilcompton Tunnel.
Midsomer Norton South Station
This station was opened on 20 July 1874 as part of the Somerset & Dorset Railway's extension from Evercreech Junction to Bath. It closed in 1966 along with the rest of the line between Bath and Bournemouth. The Somerset & Dorset Heritage Trust was established in 1992, and has restored the Midsomer Norton South station. Future plans include relaying tracks to Chilcompton, the next station south, via the Chilcompton Tunnel.
Midsomer Norton South Station This station was opened on 20 July 1874 as part of the Somerset & Dorset Railway.  It closed in 1966 along with the rest of the line between Bath and Bournemouth.  The Somerset & Dorset Heritage Trust have restored the station and plan to relay tracks to Chilcompton, the next station south, and then begin passenger journeys.  This view shows the tracks leading towards Chilcompton, which at present extend for about a quarter of a mile.
Midsomer Norton South Station
This station was opened on 20 July 1874 as part of the Somerset & Dorset Railway. It closed in 1966 along with the rest of the line between Bath and Bournemouth. The Somerset & Dorset Heritage Trust have restored the station and plan to relay tracks to Chilcompton, the next station south, and then begin passenger journeys. This view shows the tracks leading towards Chilcompton, which at present extend for about a quarter of a mile.
Midsomer Norton South Station The Somerset & Dorset Heritage Trust was established in 1992, and has restored the Midsomer Norton South station. Future plans include relaying tracks to Chilcompton, the next station south, via the Chilcompton Tunnel.  This view shows the tracks, heading towards Chilcompton, which extend for a quarter of a mile.
Midsomer Norton South Station
The Somerset & Dorset Heritage Trust was established in 1992, and has restored the Midsomer Norton South station. Future plans include relaying tracks to Chilcompton, the next station south, via the Chilcompton Tunnel. This view shows the tracks, heading towards Chilcompton, which extend for a quarter of a mile.
Midsomer Norton South Station This station was opened on 20 July 1874, but closed in 1966 along with the rest of the line between Bath and Bournemouth.  The Somerset & Dorset Heritage Trust was established in 1992, and has restored the Midsomer Norton South station. This high-level view of the station complex is taken from the hill at the back of the station.
Midsomer Norton South Station
This station was opened on 20 July 1874, but closed in 1966 along with the rest of the line between Bath and Bournemouth. The Somerset & Dorset Heritage Trust was established in 1992, and has restored the Midsomer Norton South station. This high-level view of the station complex is taken from the hill at the back of the station.
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Belle Vue is located at Grid Ref: ST6655 (Lat: 51.293795, Lng: -2.479346)

Unitary Authority: Bath and North East Somerset

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.293795,-2.479346
Post Box
Note: in wall
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Bus Stop
Welton Stop
Bus: yes
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Bus Stop
Monger Lane
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Bus Stop
Monger Lane
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Bus Stop
Long Barnaby
Bus: yes
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Bus Stop
Welton Grove
Bus: yes
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Valley Walk
Bus: yes
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Public Transport: platform
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Bus Stop
Valley Walk
Bus: yes
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
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Barrier: stile
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Kindergarten
Free Rangers Nursery
Addr Postcode: BA3 2BW
Fhrs Id: 204904
Source: Bing
Website: http://www.freerangers.org.uk/
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Man Made: water_well
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Man Made: water_well
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Natural: spring
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Greenhill
Place: suburb
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Belle Vue
Place: quarter
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Welton Hill
Ele: 142
Natural: peak
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Crossing
Bicycle: yes
Crossing: traffic_signals
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Mini Roundabout
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Barrier: bollard
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Barrier: bollard
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Welton
Place: suburb
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Welton Manor Farm
Addr City: Welton
Addr Postcode: BA3 2BW
Disused Fhrs Id: 205218
Guest House: bed_and_breakfast
Tourism: guest_house
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Communication Mobile Phone: yes
Man Made: mast
Tower Type: communication
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Turning Circle
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Midsomer Norton and Welton
Historic Railway: station
Railway: site
Wikidata: Q6843016
Wikipedia: en:Midsomer Norton and Welton railway station
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Location Transition: yes
Power: pole
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Curo Pantry
Addr Housenumber: 9
Addr Postcode: BA3 2BG
Addr Street: Welton Vale
Fhrs Id: 1622797
Social Facility: food_bank
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