Lower Chilton Cantelo

Settlement in Somerset South Somerset

England

Lower Chilton Cantelo

The Half Moon Inn — The Half Moon Inn Credit: David Lally

Lower Chilton Cantelo is a small village located in the county of Somerset, England. Situated approximately 8 miles north of Yeovil, it is part of the South Somerset district. The village is set in a rural area, surrounded by picturesque countryside and rolling hills.

The settlement dates back to medieval times, with evidence of human habitation found in the area since the Iron Age. Lower Chilton Cantelo is home to a number of historic buildings, including St. James Church, a Grade II* listed building that dates back to the 13th century. The church features a beautiful tower and stained glass windows, adding to the village's charm.

The village itself is small, with a population of around 200 residents. It offers a peaceful and tranquil setting, perfect for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. Despite its size, Lower Chilton Cantelo has a strong sense of community, with regular social events and gatherings held throughout the year.

The surrounding countryside provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, and horse riding. The village is also conveniently located near several nature reserves and country parks, offering visitors the chance to explore the diverse wildlife and natural beauty of the area.

Overall, Lower Chilton Cantelo is a charming and idyllic village, offering a peaceful retreat for residents and visitors alike. Its rich history, beautiful scenery, and strong community spirit make it a truly special place to visit or call home.

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Lower Chilton Cantelo Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.992364/-2.6135174 or Grid Reference ST5721. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Half Moon Inn

The Half Moon Inn

The sign of The Half Moon Inn See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7272555">ST5719 : The Half Moon Inn</a>. A bit different from the early 1980s <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4569903">ST5719 : The Half Moon Inn in Mudford</a>.

The sign of The Half Moon Inn

See ST5719 : The Half Moon Inn. A bit different from the early 1980s ST5719 : The Half Moon Inn in Mudford.

Mudford Bridge Looking upstream over the river.

Mudford Bridge

Looking upstream over the river.

The A359 in Mudford With a &quot;defibrillatored&quot; phone box.

The A359 in Mudford

With a "defibrillatored" phone box.

Hinton Farmhouse - Hinton Grade II listed early C18 farmhouse, substantially altered in the 1860s by Sir Arthur Blomfield for the Goodford family.

Hinton Farmhouse - Hinton

Grade II listed early C18 farmhouse, substantially altered in the 1860s by Sir Arthur Blomfield for the Goodford family.

Higher Farm - Chilton Cantelo Opposite the church is this large farmhouse that is also a B &amp; B. Associated with the house and the church, is the strange story of how a skull of a 17th century man came to reside within. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.ghosts.org.uk/index3117.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.ghosts.org.uk/index3117.html">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 house is early C18, and was remodelled in 1826, with the date recorded on a plaque over the west entrance. Grade II listed.

Higher Farm - Chilton Cantelo

Opposite the church is this large farmhouse that is also a B & B. Associated with the house and the church, is the strange story of how a skull of a 17th century man came to reside within. Link

The house is early C18, and was remodelled in 1826, with the date recorded on a plaque over the west entrance. Grade II listed.

The Parish Church of St James - Chilton Cantelo

The Parish Church of St James - Chilton Cantelo

The Cypress House - Chilton Cantelo Grade II listed former rectory, now a house. Built circa 1850 it is said, as a C19 replacement for the Old Rectory.

The Cypress House - Chilton Cantelo

Grade II listed former rectory, now a house. Built circa 1850 it is said, as a C19 replacement for the Old Rectory.

The Old Farmhouse - West Mudford Grade II listed farmhouse. Early C18.

The Old Farmhouse - West Mudford

Grade II listed farmhouse. Early C18.

Church of St Vincent - Ashington

Church of St Vincent - Ashington

Church of St Vincent - Ashington (2)

Church of St Vincent - Ashington (2)

Farmhouse, Draycott Farm - Draycott Grade II listed, late C18 with C19 modifications.

Farmhouse, Draycott Farm - Draycott

Grade II listed, late C18 with C19 modifications.

Bales near Chilton Cantelo Giant cotton reels out in force in this field southeast of Chilton Cantelo, beside the lane to Marston Magna. The field is crossed by footpath Y5/5, and the photo is taken from its stile beside the lane.

Bales near Chilton Cantelo

Giant cotton reels out in force in this field southeast of Chilton Cantelo, beside the lane to Marston Magna. The field is crossed by footpath Y5/5, and the photo is taken from its stile beside the lane.

Mill Stream The stream flows away from the camera under the lane from Two Elms to West Camel. Taken from footpath Y15/3 which runs beside it from Marston Magna to near Chilton Cantelo.

Mill Stream

The stream flows away from the camera under the lane from Two Elms to West Camel. Taken from footpath Y15/3 which runs beside it from Marston Magna to near Chilton Cantelo.

Deserted medieval village of Nether Adber Contrast has been increased to try to bring out the remains of earthworks in this, the northern field of the two containing most of the site of the village. This field contained the manor.

There is some confusion about the name. Some maps show &quot;Nether Adber&quot;, others have &quot;Thorny&quot; as the name of the vanished village. Both existed, but which is this? See <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://webapp1.somerset.gov.uk/her/details.asp?prn=54334" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://webapp1.somerset.gov.uk/her/details.asp?prn=54334">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> for discussion and description.

Deserted medieval village of Nether Adber

Contrast has been increased to try to bring out the remains of earthworks in this, the northern field of the two containing most of the site of the village. This field contained the manor. There is some confusion about the name. Some maps show "Nether Adber", others have "Thorny" as the name of the vanished village. Both existed, but which is this? See Link

for discussion and description.

Common Fleabane by Mill Stream A large patch of Pulicaria dysenterica grows by the stream.

Common Fleabane by Mill Stream

A large patch of Pulicaria dysenterica grows by the stream.

Mill Stream The stream, a tributary of the Yeo, is flowing towards the camera, approaching the scene shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/541683">ST5822 : Mill Stream</a>. The fleabane shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/542793">ST5822 : Common Fleabane by Mill Stream</a> was photographed from the flowers in the foreground.

Mill Stream

The stream, a tributary of the Yeo, is flowing towards the camera, approaching the scene shown in ST5822 : Mill Stream. The fleabane shown in ST5822 : Common Fleabane by Mill Stream was photographed from the flowers in the foreground.

Field beside Mill Stream Footpath Y15/3 runs beside the stream, which has just emerged from the small bridge shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/541683">ST5822 : Mill Stream</a>.

Field beside Mill Stream

Footpath Y15/3 runs beside the stream, which has just emerged from the small bridge shown in ST5822 : Mill Stream.

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Lower Chilton Cantelo is located at Grid Ref: ST5721 (Lat: 50.992364, Lng: -2.6135174)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: South Somerset

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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