Upper Baggeridge

Settlement in Somerset

England

Upper Baggeridge

Wellow Ford Ford on Mill Hill in Wellow, taken from the southern side of the ford.
Photograph taken during a dry spell in Summer; the ford is running very low.  Note that after heavy rainfall the ford can run much higher with a considerable force of water which can make crossing hazardous.
Wellow Ford Credit: Kevin Pearson

Upper Baggeridge is a small village located in the county of Somerset, England. Situated approximately 5 miles north of the town of Yeovil, it is nestled amidst the picturesque countryside of the South West region. The village is part of the civil parish of Baggeridge, which encompasses the neighboring areas of Lower Baggeridge and Baggeridge Green.

Known for its tranquil and idyllic setting, Upper Baggeridge offers residents and visitors a peaceful retreat away from the hustle and bustle of larger towns and cities. The village is characterized by its charming cottages and traditional architecture, reflecting its rich history and heritage.

The community in Upper Baggeridge is tight-knit, with a small population of around 300 residents. The village boasts a friendly and welcoming atmosphere, where neighbors often come together for social events and gatherings. The local pub, The Baggeridge Arms, serves as a focal point for the community, offering a place for residents to relax and socialize.

The surrounding countryside provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities, including walking, cycling, and horseback riding. The nearby Baggeridge Country Park offers beautiful trails and picnic spots, making it a popular destination for both locals and tourists.

Although Upper Baggeridge is a relatively small village, essential amenities are within easy reach. The neighboring town of Yeovil provides access to supermarkets, shops, schools, and healthcare facilities, ensuring residents have everything they need close by.

Overall, Upper Baggeridge is a charming village that offers a peaceful and rural lifestyle, making it an attractive place to live for those seeking a slower pace of life in the heart of the Somerset countryside.

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Upper Baggeridge Images

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Wellow Ford Ford on Mill Hill in Wellow, taken from the southern side of the ford.
Photograph taken during a dry spell in Summer; the ford is running very low.  Note that after heavy rainfall the ford can run much higher with a considerable force of water which can make crossing hazardous.
Wellow Ford
Ford on Mill Hill in Wellow, taken from the southern side of the ford. Photograph taken during a dry spell in Summer; the ford is running very low. Note that after heavy rainfall the ford can run much higher with a considerable force of water which can make crossing hazardous.
Bridge over the Wellow Brook in Shoscombe Stone built road bridge at the foot of Dairy Hill in Shoscombe, crossing the Wellow Brook.  Photograph taken looking north over the bridge.
Bridge over the Wellow Brook in Shoscombe
Stone built road bridge at the foot of Dairy Hill in Shoscombe, crossing the Wellow Brook. Photograph taken looking north over the bridge.
Wellow Brook near Shoscombe The Wellow Brook, photographed from the bridge at the bottom of Dairy Hill just outside of Shoscombe.
Wellow Brook near Shoscombe
The Wellow Brook, photographed from the bridge at the bottom of Dairy Hill just outside of Shoscombe.
Gate on NCN24 Two Tunnels Greenway near Wellow The second of four swing gates on the NCN24 heading from Wellow to the Two Tunnels.  Springs on some of the gates are very stiff, especially on the first gate off Ford Road in Wellow.
Path here is compacted gravel in generally good condition, with a few potholes, and muddy/rutted patches in wet weather.  The path changes to tarmac past Midford.
Gate on NCN24 Two Tunnels Greenway near Wellow
The second of four swing gates on the NCN24 heading from Wellow to the Two Tunnels. Springs on some of the gates are very stiff, especially on the first gate off Ford Road in Wellow. Path here is compacted gravel in generally good condition, with a few potholes, and muddy/rutted patches in wet weather. The path changes to tarmac past Midford.
Drainage Culvert on Littleton Lane near Wellow An arched culvert beside Littleton Lane near Wellow.  This is likely to be from the trackbed of the Somerset & Dorset Railway, which ran alongside and above Littleton Lane.
Drainage Culvert on Littleton Lane near Wellow
An arched culvert beside Littleton Lane near Wellow. This is likely to be from the trackbed of the Somerset & Dorset Railway, which ran alongside and above Littleton Lane.
NCN24 on Littleton Lane near Wellow View north east along the path of NCN24 on Littleton Lane at a dip near the Wellow Brook, with some flooding.
NCN24 on Littleton Lane near Wellow
View north east along the path of NCN24 on Littleton Lane at a dip near the Wellow Brook, with some flooding.
Stony Littleton Farm Farm at Stony Littleton.
Stony Littleton Farm
Farm at Stony Littleton.
Manor Farm Farm at Stony Littleton.
Manor Farm
Farm at Stony Littleton.
View towards the Long Barrow Seen from Stony Littleton looking east.
View towards the Long Barrow
Seen from Stony Littleton looking east.
Wellow Brook Footbridge over Wellow Brook.
Wellow Brook
Footbridge over Wellow Brook.
Stony Littleton Long Barrow Long Barrow overlooking Wellow.
Stony Littleton Long Barrow
Long Barrow overlooking Wellow.
Pillbox on Littleton Lane This was part of the GHQ Line.
Pillbox on Littleton Lane
This was part of the GHQ Line.
Maize field, Hinton Farm This bridleway heading towards Cleaves Wood crosses Hinton Farm <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.bigbarn.co.uk/producer/hinton-charterhouse/beeswax-dyson-farming-ltd-28496/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.bigbarn.co.uk/producer/hinton-charterhouse/beeswax-dyson-farming-ltd-28496/">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> which like much around Hinton Charterhouse is now connected to the Dyson family.  A field of maize can be glimpsed through the hedge.
Maize field, Hinton Farm
This bridleway heading towards Cleaves Wood crosses Hinton Farm LinkExternal link which like much around Hinton Charterhouse is now connected to the Dyson family. A field of maize can be glimpsed through the hedge.
The A366 drops down the hill towards Tucker's Bottom
The A366 drops down the hill towards Tucker's Bottom
The A366 leaves Tucker's Bottom
The A366 leaves Tucker's Bottom
Block the House A WW2 Roadside Pill Box, near Wellow Brook, Stony Littleton, Bath, UK
Block the House
A WW2 Roadside Pill Box, near Wellow Brook, Stony Littleton, Bath, UK
The ford in spate After heavy rainfall in the preceding days and weeks, the water was nearly a foot deep, according to the marker. A bridge provides an alternative for pedestrians.
The ford in spate
After heavy rainfall in the preceding days and weeks, the water was nearly a foot deep, according to the marker. A bridge provides an alternative for pedestrians.
Site of railway bridge The railway line, here running alongside Wellow Brook, crossed the road here.
Site of railway bridge
The railway line, here running alongside Wellow Brook, crossed the road here.
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Upper Baggeridge is located at Grid Ref: ST7456 (Lat: 51.310354, Lng: -2.362951)

Unitary Authority: Bath and North East Somerset

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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