Dean

Settlement in Somerset Mendip

England

Dean

Car parked at the start of Fental Lane, Ukrainian flag on fence Credit: Rob Purvis

Dean Somerset is a small village located in the county of Somerset in England. It is situated in the heart of the picturesque Mendip Hills, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. With a population of around 400 residents, it offers a tranquil and idyllic setting for those seeking a peaceful countryside retreat.

The village is characterized by its charming and traditional architecture, with many stone cottages and houses dotting the landscape. The centerpiece of Dean Somerset is its historic church, St. Mary's, which dates back to the 13th century and is known for its striking Norman tower.

Surrounded by rolling hills and meandering rivers, Dean Somerset is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. The area offers numerous hiking trails, allowing visitors to explore the breathtaking scenery and discover hidden gems such as ancient woodlands and meadows teeming with wildlife. The village is also a popular starting point for those wishing to explore the Mendip Hills, with its limestone caves and gorges providing opportunities for adventurous activities like rock climbing and caving.

Despite its small size, Dean Somerset boasts a strong sense of community. The village has a local pub, The Dean Inn, which serves as a gathering place for residents and visitors alike. Additionally, a village hall hosts various events and activities throughout the year, fostering a sense of togetherness among the villagers.

Overall, Dean Somerset offers a peaceful and scenic retreat for those seeking a taste of rural life in the heart of the beautiful Somerset countryside.

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Dean Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.194769/-2.4698595 or Grid Reference ST6744. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Car parked at the start of Fental Lane, Ukrainian flag on fence

Rob Purvis

Old Milestone by A361, West of Cranmore, near quarry entrance

The Milestone is located in the hedge beside the South side of the road. Parish of Cranmore (Mendip District). Cast iron post, plated iron casting design, erected by the Shepton Mallet turnpike trust in the 19th Century, has been broken and welded back together (on back of top "BUCI") and repositioned. An earlier photograph can be found here: Link Inscription reads:- SHEPTON / MALLET / 3 : : FROME / 9 : : LONDON / 112 Milestone Society National ID: SO_SMFR03

JR Dowding

Old Milepost by A361, village of Dean

The Milepost is located on the grass verge near houses on the South of the road. Parish of Cranmore (Mendip District). Cast iron post, plated iron casting design, erected by the Shepton Mallet turnpike trust in the 19th Century. It has been broken and welded back together (on back of top "BUCI") and repositioned. A photograph before the repainting can be found here: Link Inscription reads:- SHEPTON / MALLET / 4 : : FROME / 8 : : LONDON / 111 Milestone Society National ID: SO_SMFR04

JR Dowding

Farrington Lane, looking south

Rob Purvis

Ball Lane, not suitable for lorries

Rob Purvis

Temple House Farm

Rob Purvis

Newly Outshopped

This photograph shows an Ex-BR Mk1 Buffet Restaurant Car standing in front of Cranmore Signal Box, having just emerged from the workshops after an extensive restoration in just over three months. The Coach No.1674 is privately owned and will eventually be used at another railway in Southern England.

Clive Warneford

Cranmore Station and Signal Box, 1987

A "Black Eight Railtours" special train at Cranmore Station. This charter train used a Tyseley-based 4-car diesel multiple unit with an extra parcels car attached to provide additional power on the hills. The parcels car, M55993, is at the front of the train in this picture.

Rob Newman

2011 : The former Church of St.James, East Cranmore

"The origin of the name Cranmore comes from the Old English Crane Mere meaning 'Cranes/herons' pool'." Copied from Link

a most interesting website. Seen from the other side in ST6843 : Former church at East Cranmore

Maurice Pullin

2011 : Western Farm, Cranmore

On the road between Cranmore and East Cranmore. Farm land and buildings currently for sale.

Maurice Pullin

2011 : Withy Wood Lane, Cranmore

Heading away to almost nowhere, and very pleasant it is when you get there. The road turning off to the right goes to pretty much the same place.

Maurice Pullin

2011 : Withy Wood Lane heading east

The shrubs and trees are in the garden of a private house.

Maurice Pullin

2011 : Quarry Way Business Park,

For a list of its denizens see the board.

Maurice Pullin

2011 : Road to Wellington Farm, East Cranmore

This is within half a mile of one of the largest quarries on the Mendips yet there is no sight and very little sound of it.

Maurice Pullin

2011 : Main road through East Cranmore

The gateway on the right gives access to ST6843 : 2011 : The former Church of St.James, East Cranmore A little about East Cranmore in Link

Maurice Pullin

2011 : Fields and view from the lane east of Cranmore

Cranmore Tower [ST6745] lifts its head above surrounding trees on the horizon. A small beech wood begins showing its leaves, the foreground field looks a little sad, not sure what crop it contains.

Maurice Pullin