Henley

Settlement in Somerset Mendip

England

Henley

One of the last trains trains to run on the 'Strawberry Line' Pictured at Easton, near Wells, this is one of the last trains to use the line and was pictured after the closure of passenger services in 1965. The picture clearly shows the deep cutting at Easton with the small goods train climbing up the  1 in 237 incline from Westbury Sub Mendip (Lodge Hill station) travelling towards Wells.Parts of the cutting have now been filled in.
One of the last trains trains to run on the 'Strawberry Line' Credit: b Lewis

Henley is a small village located in the county of Somerset, in southwestern England. Situated near the River Parrett, it is about 5 miles south of the town of Langport and 15 miles northwest of the city of Yeovil. With a population of around 500 people, Henley is known for its peaceful and rural atmosphere.

The village is characterized by charming, traditional English cottages and beautiful countryside landscapes. It is surrounded by rolling hills, farmlands, and meadows, creating a picturesque setting that attracts visitors and nature enthusiasts. The nearby River Parrett offers opportunities for fishing and boating, adding to the village's appeal.

Henley boasts a sense of community, with a local pub, village hall, and a primary school that serves both the village and the surrounding areas. Although small in size, the village has a strong community spirit, and various events and social gatherings are held throughout the year, bringing residents together.

For amenities and services, residents of Henley have easy access to nearby towns, where they can find a range of shops, supermarkets, restaurants, and leisure facilities. Henley is also conveniently located close to major transport links, with the A303 road running nearby, providing connections to other parts of Somerset and beyond.

Overall, Henley offers a tranquil and idyllic lifestyle, surrounded by natural beauty and providing a close-knit community for its residents. It is a charming village that captures the essence of rural England.

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Henley Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.211372/-2.6780553 or Grid Reference ST5246. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

One of the last trains trains to run on the 'Strawberry Line' Pictured at Easton, near Wells, this is one of the last trains to use the line and was pictured after the closure of passenger services in 1965. The picture clearly shows the deep cutting at Easton with the small goods train climbing up the  1 in 237 incline from Westbury Sub Mendip (Lodge Hill station) travelling towards Wells.Parts of the cutting have now been filled in.
One of the last trains trains to run on the 'Strawberry Line'
Pictured at Easton, near Wells, this is one of the last trains to use the line and was pictured after the closure of passenger services in 1965. The picture clearly shows the deep cutting at Easton with the small goods train climbing up the 1 in 237 incline from Westbury Sub Mendip (Lodge Hill station) travelling towards Wells.Parts of the cutting have now been filled in.
Rocky Outcrop Seen from woods on Milton Hill
Rocky Outcrop
Seen from woods on Milton Hill
Lane junction, Panniers Farm A dismal day - steady rain. The house on the left is on a triangular island at the junction of Castle Lane (climbing to the right) and Hembury Lane.
Lane junction, Panniers Farm
A dismal day - steady rain. The house on the left is on a triangular island at the junction of Castle Lane (climbing to the right) and Hembury Lane.
Hillier's Lane The eastern end of the lane, which meets Hembury Lane just west of the junction shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2589839">ST5144 : Lane junction, Panniers Farm</a>; the house is on the island at that junction. Behind rises Ben Knowle Hill.
Hillier's Lane
The eastern end of the lane, which meets Hembury Lane just west of the junction shown in ST5144 : Lane junction, Panniers Farm; the house is on the island at that junction. Behind rises Ben Knowle Hill.
Charter Way, Wells Part of a modern estate north of the A371, Portway
Charter Way, Wells
Part of a modern estate north of the A371, Portway
Charter Way, Wells Part of a modern estate on the west of Wells
Charter Way, Wells
Part of a modern estate on the west of Wells
Footbridge over A39, Mountery Road
Footbridge over A39, Mountery Road
Whiting Way car park
Whiting Way car park
Estate agency office in Wells The building has several attractive details, including the decoration around the windows and doors, and the chimney pots
Estate agency office in Wells
The building has several attractive details, including the decoration around the windows and doors, and the chimney pots
Wookey Hole - The Pay Booth A quiet day at Wookey Hole, in the summer this is a very busy place.
Wookey Hole - The Pay Booth
A quiet day at Wookey Hole, in the summer this is a very busy place.
Wookey Hole - Walkway This is the walkway that leads to the entrance of the caves.
Wookey Hole - Walkway
This is the walkway that leads to the entrance of the caves.
Wookey Hole - Here Be Dragons Murdock the dragon made of wood.
Wookey Hole - Here Be Dragons
Murdock the dragon made of wood.
Wookey Hole - Halloween A gruesome halloween display in the papermill.
Wookey Hole - Halloween
A gruesome halloween display in the papermill.
Wookey Hole - Cave Entrance This is where the River Axe leaves the cave complex for the open air.
Wookey Hole - Cave Entrance
This is where the River Axe leaves the cave complex for the open air.
Wookey Hole - Paper Mill Part of the Halloween display in the paper mill.
Wookey Hole - Paper Mill
Part of the Halloween display in the paper mill.
Wookey Hole - Fantasy Garden The mill stream has been used as a background for this fantasy garden.
Wookey Hole - Fantasy Garden
The mill stream has been used as a background for this fantasy garden.
Wookey Hole - Hotel A new hotel on the site of the old outdoor swimming pool.
Wookey Hole - Hotel
A new hotel on the site of the old outdoor swimming pool.
Wookey Hole - King Kong This ape is large enough for an adult to stand underneath its front legs.
Wookey Hole - King Kong
This ape is large enough for an adult to stand underneath its front legs.
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Henley is located at Grid Ref: ST5246 (Lat: 51.211372, Lng: -2.6780553)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Mendip

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.211372,-2.6780553
Henley Hill
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 51.2133696/-2.6814418
Pub
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Material: wood
Power: pole
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Material: wood
Power: pole
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Material: wood
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.2091235/-2.6786549
Material: wood
Power: pole
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Material: wood
Power: pole
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Material: wood
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.2092133/-2.6810341
Material: wood
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.2092612/-2.682225
Material: wood
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.2087926/-2.6726943
Material: wood
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.209073/-2.6778533
Material: wood
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.2090244/-2.6768609
Material: wood
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.2091746/-2.6798553
Wookey
Historic Railway: station
Railway: site
Source: NPE
Wikidata: Q8033741
Lat/Long: 51.214355/-2.6731222
Haybridge
Place: village
Lat/Long: 51.2108683/-2.6720067
Public Bookcase
Booth: K6
Disused Amenity: telephone
Man Made: telephone_box
Public Bookcase Type: phone_box
Lat/Long: 51.2128525/-2.6724962
Post Box
Post Box Type: lamp
Lat/Long: 51.2128895/-2.6724788
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