Netherton

Settlement in Somerset South Somerset

England

Netherton

Railway at Stoford Railway passing under the A37 near Yeovil Junction.
Railway at Stoford Credit: Wayland Smith

Netherton is a small village located in the county of Somerset, in the southwest of England. It is situated within the Mendip Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering residents and visitors breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.

The village has a rich history, dating back to medieval times. It is known for its charming stone cottages, traditional architecture, and narrow winding streets which add to its picturesque appeal. The centerpiece of Netherton is its historic church, St. Mary's, which dates back to the 14th century and is a prominent feature on the local landscape.

Despite its small size, Netherton boasts a close-knit community that takes pride in its village. There is a local pub, The Netherton Arms, where residents can gather for a pint and a chat. The village also has a primary school, providing education for the local children.

Nature lovers are drawn to Netherton due to its proximity to stunning natural landscapes. The Mendip Hills offer a variety of walking and hiking trails, providing ample opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts to explore the area's beauty.

Netherton is conveniently located close to the larger towns of Wells and Shepton Mallet, both offering a wider range of amenities such as shops, supermarkets, and leisure facilities. The village is also well-connected to the rest of Somerset, with good road links to nearby cities like Bristol and Bath.

In summary, Netherton is a charming village in Somerset with a rich history, beautiful scenery, and a strong sense of community. It is an ideal place for those seeking a peaceful and idyllic countryside lifestyle.

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Netherton Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.898944/-2.6283713 or Grid Reference ST5511. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Railway at Stoford Railway passing under the A37 near Yeovil Junction.
Railway at Stoford
Railway passing under the A37 near Yeovil Junction.
Fields south of Stoford, Clifton Wood in the distance
Fields south of Stoford, Clifton Wood in the distance
Embankment, Sutton Bingham reservoir
Embankment, Sutton Bingham reservoir
Pondclose Farm Situated about a half mile south-west of Closworth, over the border in Dorset.
Pondclose Farm
Situated about a half mile south-west of Closworth, over the border in Dorset.
View to the reservoir Looking across the top end of the Sutton Bingham Reservoir.
View to the reservoir
Looking across the top end of the Sutton Bingham Reservoir.
Maize Field at Closworth
Maize Field at Closworth
Maize Field with Closworth Church in distance
Maize Field with Closworth Church in distance
Countryside near Closworth A field just off the minor road between Closworth and Netherstoke
Countryside near Closworth
A field just off the minor road between Closworth and Netherstoke
Countryside near Binghams Bower Farm View north east across the fields to the east of the farm on the opposite side of the road. On the left is the head of the southern arm of Sutton Bingham Reservoir. The foreground is in Somerset and the background is in Dorset.
Countryside near Binghams Bower Farm
View north east across the fields to the east of the farm on the opposite side of the road. On the left is the head of the southern arm of Sutton Bingham Reservoir. The foreground is in Somerset and the background is in Dorset.
Manor Farm This view of the farm is from the south on the other side of the valley and on the southern edge of the square. The white square in the foreground is one of the runway markers on the grass airstrip at Upper Holt Farm.
Manor Farm
This view of the farm is from the south on the other side of the valley and on the southern edge of the square. The white square in the foreground is one of the runway markers on the grass airstrip at Upper Holt Farm.
A37 towards the county border The road slopes down towards the Dorset border with Somerset which is in the next grid square (the sign is just visible on the left), the grid line runs across approximately where the black car is.
A37 towards the county border
The road slopes down towards the Dorset border with Somerset which is in the next grid square (the sign is just visible on the left), the grid line runs across approximately where the black car is.
A37 northbound
A37 northbound
Lane towards Closworth
Lane towards Closworth
Arable land near Closworth
Arable land near Closworth
Arable land near Closworth
Arable land near Closworth
Causeway Across Sutton Bingham Reservoir This causeway carries the minor road from Yeovil to Halstock. It passes under the railway line from Yeovil Junction to Crewkerne on the north side of the reservoir.
Causeway Across Sutton Bingham Reservoir
This causeway carries the minor road from Yeovil to Halstock. It passes under the railway line from Yeovil Junction to Crewkerne on the north side of the reservoir.
Closworth church All Saints is a grade II*(star) listed building.
Closworth church
All Saints is a grade II*(star) listed building.
Road by drive to Frankham Farm The signs advertise the opening of the garden today at the farm, under the National Garden Scheme.
Road by drive to Frankham Farm
The signs advertise the opening of the garden today at the farm, under the National Garden Scheme.
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Netherton is located at Grid Ref: ST5511 (Lat: 50.898944, Lng: -2.6283713)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: South Somerset

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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