Guscott

Settlement in Devon Torridge

England

Guscott

Alverdiscott National Grid Substation This is a high voltage 400kV T-Off substation from the main Taunton to Indian Queens line. The substation consists of 2x400kV to 132kV transformers then a local distribution 132kV substation. The complete substation and point of picture are all within this square.
Alverdiscott National Grid Substation Credit: David Neale

Guscott is a small village located in the county of Devon, in the southwest of England. Situated approximately 10 miles northwest of the bustling city of Plymouth, Guscott is surrounded by picturesque countryside and offers a peaceful and rural setting for its residents.

The village is characterized by its traditional English charm, with a collection of quaint cottages and old stone buildings lining its narrow streets. The village center consists of a small green area, where locals often gather for community events and activities.

Despite its size, Guscott boasts a strong sense of community, with residents actively engaging in various social and cultural initiatives. The village has a primary school, providing education to the local children, and a village hall that serves as a hub for community gatherings and events.

One of the notable features of Guscott is its proximity to Dartmoor National Park. This vast and stunning natural landscape is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, offering opportunities for hiking, cycling, and horseback riding.

Although the village itself does not have many amenities, the nearby town of Tavistock provides residents with access to a wider range of services, including shops, restaurants, and healthcare facilities.

Guscott's idyllic location and close-knit community make it an attractive place to live for those seeking a quiet and rural lifestyle within reach of urban conveniences.

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Guscott Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.993027/-4.134696 or Grid Reference SS5023. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Alverdiscott National Grid Substation This is a high voltage 400kV T-Off substation from the main Taunton to Indian Queens line. The substation consists of 2x400kV to 132kV transformers then a local distribution 132kV substation. The complete substation and point of picture are all within this square.
Alverdiscott National Grid Substation
This is a high voltage 400kV T-Off substation from the main Taunton to Indian Queens line. The substation consists of 2x400kV to 132kV transformers then a local distribution 132kV substation. The complete substation and point of picture are all within this square.
Green lane to Higher Darracott Seen in steady rain, the green lane from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/649208">SS5121 : Delve's Grave Cross</a> twists between banks.
Green lane to Higher Darracott
Seen in steady rain, the green lane from SS5121 : Delve's Grave Cross twists between banks.
Haddacott Cross How to make a Devon lane junction exciting? Stand on the bank in the rain in January!
Haddacott Cross
How to make a Devon lane junction exciting? Stand on the bank in the rain in January!
Brownscombe Farm Set amid surrounding fields and houses to the west of Haddacott.
Brownscombe Farm
Set amid surrounding fields and houses to the west of Haddacott.
Huntshaw Water In winter spate east of the bridge near Guscott.
Huntshaw Water
In winter spate east of the bridge near Guscott.
Gallops at Carrier's Lane End A morning gallop in the rain in the west Devon countryside.
Gallops at Carrier's Lane End
A morning gallop in the rain in the west Devon countryside.
Knockworthy Farm Surrounded by pasture land east of Huntshaw.
Knockworthy Farm
Surrounded by pasture land east of Huntshaw.
St. Mary Magdalene's church, Huntshaw Large church, tiny village.
St. Mary Magdalene's church, Huntshaw
Large church, tiny village.
Carrier's Lane End Farm-workers' houses near Huntshaw.
Carrier's Lane End
Farm-workers' houses near Huntshaw.
Old school house, Huntshaw Right next to the church in this tiny village.
Old school house, Huntshaw
Right next to the church in this tiny village.
The Huntshaw valley Woodland in a steep-sided feature.
The Huntshaw valley
Woodland in a steep-sided feature.
The church of St Mary Magdalene at Huntshaw
The church of St Mary Magdalene at Huntshaw
Ordnance Survey Cut Mark This mark can be found on the wall of St Mary Magdalene Church.
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Ordnance Survey Cut Mark
This mark can be found on the wall of St Mary Magdalene Church. For more detail see : LinkExternal link
Ploughed field near Knockworthy Ploughed field near Knockworthy to the east of Huntshaw
Ploughed field near Knockworthy
Ploughed field near Knockworthy to the east of Huntshaw
Road passing Brownscombe Farm Road passing Brownscombe Farm near Huntshaw.
Road passing Brownscombe Farm
Road passing Brownscombe Farm near Huntshaw.
Brownscombe Farm View to Brownscombe Farm and surrounding houses from Haddacott, a similar view to Jonathan Billinger's picture from January 2008 <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/659980">SS5024 : Brownscombe Farm</a>
Brownscombe Farm
View to Brownscombe Farm and surrounding houses from Haddacott, a similar view to Jonathan Billinger's picture from January 2008 SS5024 : Brownscombe Farm
Farmland at Haddacott Sheep in a field at Haddacott.
Farmland at Haddacott
Sheep in a field at Haddacott.
Huntshaw Water A view over farmland at Huntshaw Water.
Huntshaw Water
A view over farmland at Huntshaw Water.
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Guscott is located at Grid Ref: SS5023 (Lat: 50.993027, Lng: -4.134696)

Administrative County: Devon

District: Torridge

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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