Broomhill

Settlement in Somerset South Somerset

England

Broomhill

St. Michael's, Seavington St. Michael, Somerset Dating from the late 12th Century, alterations and additions were made in both the 15th and 19th Centuries.
St. Michael's, Seavington St. Michael, Somerset Credit: Ray Jennings

Broomhill is a small village located in the county of Somerset, England. Situated approximately 6 miles southwest of the bustling town of Taunton, Broomhill is nestled amidst the picturesque countryside of the Somerset Levels.

With a population of around 500 residents, Broomhill exudes a quaint and peaceful atmosphere. The village is characterized by its charming thatched-roof cottages, traditional stone buildings, and well-manicured gardens. The surrounding landscape showcases rolling hills, green meadows, and serene waterways, providing a scenic backdrop for outdoor activities and leisurely walks.

Broomhill benefits from a close-knit community spirit, with various social events and gatherings organized throughout the year. The village hosts an annual summer fete, attracting both locals and visitors alike. Additionally, a local pub serves as a popular meeting point, offering a warm and friendly atmosphere for residents to socialize.

While Broomhill may be small in size, it boasts excellent transport links. The nearby A358 road connects the village to Taunton and the wider Somerset region. This accessibility allows residents to easily access amenities and services, such as schools, shops, and healthcare facilities.

In conclusion, Broomhill is a charming village in Somerset, offering a tranquil and idyllic setting for its residents. With its picturesque surroundings, strong community spirit, and convenient transport links, Broomhill is an appealing place to call home for those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle.

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Broomhill Images

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St. Michael's, Seavington St. Michael, Somerset Dating from the late 12th Century, alterations and additions were made in both the 15th and 19th Centuries.
St. Michael's, Seavington St. Michael, Somerset
Dating from the late 12th Century, alterations and additions were made in both the 15th and 19th Centuries.
St. Michael's, Seavington St. Michael, Somerset South-East corner.
St. Michael's, Seavington St. Michael, Somerset
South-East corner.
St. Michael's, Seavington St. Michael, Somerset The Nave.
St. Michael's, Seavington St. Michael, Somerset
The Nave.
St. Michael's, Seavington St. Michael, Somerset The Nave - taken from the 19th Century Gallery.
St. Michael's, Seavington St. Michael, Somerset
The Nave - taken from the 19th Century Gallery.
St. Michael's, Seavington St. Michael, Somerset The Font - 12th or 13th Century.
St. Michael's, Seavington St. Michael, Somerset
The Font - 12th or 13th Century.
South Petherton : A303 Looking along the A303.
South Petherton : A303
Looking along the A303.
Pip's Railway Carriage Cafe
Pip's Railway Carriage Cafe
South Petherton The 15th century church of St Peter and St Paul in the large village of South Petherton. The octagonal tower shown is  one of the biggest in the country.
South Petherton
The 15th century church of St Peter and St Paul in the large village of South Petherton. The octagonal tower shown is one of the biggest in the country.
Over Stratton The small village of Over Stratton showing the Royal Oak pub on the right of the photo.
Over Stratton
The small village of Over Stratton showing the Royal Oak pub on the right of the photo.
Cider apple orchards at Over Stratton Somerset is still famous for its cider, although there are not as many apple orchards now.
Cider apple orchards at Over Stratton
Somerset is still famous for its cider, although there are not as many apple orchards now.
Fruit Orchard Orchard just outside of Over Stratton
Fruit Orchard
Orchard just outside of Over Stratton
Roman Mosaic at Lopen Detail from a 4th C Roman mosaic found at Mill House Lopen in 2001. Full details can be found at <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.lopen.btck.co.uk/LopensRomanMosaic" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.lopen.btck.co.uk/LopensRomanMosaic">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>
Roman Mosaic at Lopen
Detail from a 4th C Roman mosaic found at Mill House Lopen in 2001. Full details can be found at LinkExternal link
A Lopen house in winter Winter casts its magic on this house in Lopen Somerset
A Lopen house in winter
Winter casts its magic on this house in Lopen Somerset
View SE from Carey's Hollow, South Petherton, Somerset from the start of Smokeclose Lane public footpath in the right foreground.
View SE from Carey's Hollow, South Petherton, Somerset
from the start of Smokeclose Lane public footpath in the right foreground.
Carey's Hollow lane, South Petherton, Somerset with the footpath sign for Smokeclose Lane to Frogmary Green.
Carey's Hollow lane, South Petherton, Somerset
with the footpath sign for Smokeclose Lane to Frogmary Green.
Cottages, Church Street, Lopen, Somerset – view NE.
Cottages, Church Street, Lopen, Somerset
– view NE.
View SSE from above Lopen, Somerset – looking over Rydon Lane and the Lopen Brook valley.
View SSE from above Lopen, Somerset
– looking over Rydon Lane and the Lopen Brook valley.
Lopen All Saints' church, Somerset home of the reconstructed Roman Mosaic pavement <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.lopenmosaic.co.uk/index.cfm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.lopenmosaic.co.uk/index.cfm">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> .
Lopen All Saints' church, Somerset
home of the reconstructed Roman Mosaic pavement LinkExternal link .
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Broomhill is located at Grid Ref: ST4214 (Lat: 50.930685, Lng: -2.8187529)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: South Somerset

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 50.930685,-2.8187529
Broomhill
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 50.9306438/-2.8186633
Lopen Head
Place: hamlet
Lat/Long: 50.9316879/-2.8239443
Sanitary Dump Station
Lat/Long: 50.934358/-2.8158998
Toilets
Access: customers
Female: yes
Male: yes
Lat/Long: 50.9343121/-2.8159075
Waste Basket
Lat/Long: 50.9340139/-2.8157977
Waste Basket
Lat/Long: 50.9343624/-2.815943
Waste Basket
Lat/Long: 50.9344035/-2.8158223
Tourism: camp_site
Lat/Long: 50.9342561/-2.8161071
Bus Stop
Lopen Head The Lopen Raj
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 3600SOB20575
Naptan NaptanCode: sotatpjp
Public Transport: platform
Lat/Long: 50.9320656/-2.823082
Cafe
Pips
Lat/Long: 50.9331502/-2.8191632
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