Worlebury

Heritage Site in Somerset

England

Worlebury

Birnbeck Island Weston Super Mare
Birnbeck Island Weston Super Mare Credit: Colin Fossdyke

Worlebury is a picturesque village located in the county of Somerset, England. Situated on the northern outskirts of Weston-super-Mare, it is known for its rich history and stunning natural beauty. The village is nestled on the slopes of Worlebury Hill, which offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside and the Bristol Channel.

Worlebury is a designated heritage site due to its historical significance. The area is believed to have been inhabited since ancient times, with evidence of Iron Age hillforts found on Worlebury Hill. The hillforts are a testament to the village's strategic importance in the past, serving as defensive structures to protect its inhabitants.

The village's history can also be traced back to the Roman era when a villa was established in the area. Excavations have uncovered Roman pottery and coins, providing insight into the daily lives of the Romans who once resided here.

Worlebury is also home to St. Paul's Church, a Grade II listed building that dates back to the 13th century. The church is renowned for its medieval architecture and beautiful stained glass windows, attracting visitors from far and wide.

In addition to its historical significance, Worlebury boasts a wealth of natural beauty. The village is surrounded by lush woodlands, providing ample opportunities for scenic walks and exploration. Worlebury Hill is a popular spot for nature enthusiasts, offering panoramic views and a chance to spot local wildlife.

Overall, Worlebury in Somerset is a charming village that combines its rich heritage with stunning natural landscapes, making it a must-visit destination for history buffs and nature lovers alike.

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Worlebury Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.357/-2.983 or Grid Reference ST3162. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Birnbeck Island Weston Super Mare
Birnbeck Island Weston Super Mare
The Grand Pier at Weston-Super-Mare View looking in a southerly direction
The Grand Pier at Weston-Super-Mare
View looking in a southerly direction
Knightstone Island Knightstone Island has been given planning permission to convert some of the buildings to residential properties
Knightstone Island
Knightstone Island has been given planning permission to convert some of the buildings to residential properties
Italian Gardens Italian Gardens in the High St Weston-Super-Mare
Italian Gardens
Italian Gardens in the High St Weston-Super-Mare
South end of Sand Bay Picture taken on the beach directly in front of the car park south end of Sand Bay. you can also see the Old Pier at Weston-super-mare
South end of Sand Bay
Picture taken on the beach directly in front of the car park south end of Sand Bay. you can also see the Old Pier at Weston-super-mare
Locking Road car park Locking Road car park appears as the large white area on the map and is normally busy with shoppers/holiday makers during the day, and coaches and trucks during the night. Once a year, however, it is used as the assembly area for the floats taking part in the Weston-super-Mare carnival procession. This is a view taken from the flyover and shows the floats preparing for the 2004 procession.  The largest of these floats employ 1MW generators and can be 100 feet long. The 2005 procession will be held on Monday 14th November. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://carnivalphotos.zenfolio.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://carnivalphotos.zenfolio.com/">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 further pictures of Somerset and Wessex illuminated carnivals.
Locking Road car park
Locking Road car park appears as the large white area on the map and is normally busy with shoppers/holiday makers during the day, and coaches and trucks during the night. Once a year, however, it is used as the assembly area for the floats taking part in the Weston-super-Mare carnival procession. This is a view taken from the flyover and shows the floats preparing for the 2004 procession. The largest of these floats employ 1MW generators and can be 100 feet long. The 2005 procession will be held on Monday 14th November. See LinkExternal link for further pictures of Somerset and Wessex illuminated carnivals.
Rozel House Rozel House now stands on the site of the former Rozel Hotel
Rozel House
Rozel House now stands on the site of the former Rozel Hotel
Town Quarry Disused town quarry is now a nature reserve with a cafe, gallery & arts & craft shop.
Town Quarry
Disused town quarry is now a nature reserve with a cafe, gallery & arts & craft shop.
Ashcombe Park Tea Shop
Ashcombe Park Tea Shop
The Tropicana Once a high spot of Weston Super Mare, an open air swimming pool with diving board. Now run down and the centre of much local controversy due to future development plans.
The Tropicana
Once a high spot of Weston Super Mare, an open air swimming pool with diving board. Now run down and the centre of much local controversy due to future development plans.
Steepholm from the beach at Weston Super Mare A grey November day
Steepholm from the beach at Weston Super Mare
A grey November day
Weston-super-Mare: Birnbeck Pier In the Bristol Channel, with Flat Holm visible beyond Birnbeck Island and the Welsh coast to the right. The pier is now disused and in a state of some disrepair. It is privately owned. Looking west
Weston-super-Mare: Birnbeck Pier
In the Bristol Channel, with Flat Holm visible beyond Birnbeck Island and the Welsh coast to the right. The pier is now disused and in a state of some disrepair. It is privately owned. Looking west
Weston-super-Mare: Worlebury hillfort Recent tree clearance of part of the 10-acre site, in the hands of North Somerset Council, has revealed some of the 93 storage pits first discovered in the 1850s, when the site was excavated by a group of antiquarians. Grain was found in a number of the pits, which are unusually large at 6 to 8 feet in diameter and typically 6 feet deep. For a good guide to the hillfort, see ‘Worlebury. The story of the Iron Age hill-fort at Weston-super-Mare’, obtainable from Woodspring Museum, Burlington Street, Weston-super-Mare BS23 1PR. Phone 01934 612006
Weston-super-Mare: Worlebury hillfort
Recent tree clearance of part of the 10-acre site, in the hands of North Somerset Council, has revealed some of the 93 storage pits first discovered in the 1850s, when the site was excavated by a group of antiquarians. Grain was found in a number of the pits, which are unusually large at 6 to 8 feet in diameter and typically 6 feet deep. For a good guide to the hillfort, see ‘Worlebury. The story of the Iron Age hill-fort at Weston-super-Mare’, obtainable from Woodspring Museum, Burlington Street, Weston-super-Mare BS23 1PR. Phone 01934 612006
Weston-super-Mare: Worlebury hillfort Recent tree clearance of part of the 10-acre site, in the hands of North Somerset Council, has revealed some of the 93 storage pits first discovered in the 1850s, when the site was excavated by a group of antiquarians. Grain was found in a number of the pits, which are unusually large at 6 to 8 feet in diameter and typically 6 feet deep
Weston-super-Mare: Worlebury hillfort
Recent tree clearance of part of the 10-acre site, in the hands of North Somerset Council, has revealed some of the 93 storage pits first discovered in the 1850s, when the site was excavated by a group of antiquarians. Grain was found in a number of the pits, which are unusually large at 6 to 8 feet in diameter and typically 6 feet deep
Art Deco Burton Shop, Regent Street, Weston-super-Mare In fine appearance, this Burton Shop is one of many Art Deco buildings in Weston-super-Mare. This one is in Egyptian style and is situated on the corner of Regent Street and High Street. Many Burton stores originally had snooker rooms above with tall ceilings and windows.
Art Deco Burton Shop, Regent Street, Weston-super-Mare
In fine appearance, this Burton Shop is one of many Art Deco buildings in Weston-super-Mare. This one is in Egyptian style and is situated on the corner of Regent Street and High Street. Many Burton stores originally had snooker rooms above with tall ceilings and windows.
Art Deco Odeon Cinema, Walliscote Road, Weston-Super-Mare This fine Art Deco Grade II Listed Odeon Cinema was opened on 25th May 1935. The architect was T. Cecil Howitt. Although now a 4 screen multiplex the art deco proscenium arch of the main auditorium and other features are retained. Also retained is one of the two remaining cinema organs still installed in a functioning UK cinema. There are regular concerts. The cinema is situated on the corner of Walliscote Road and Locking Road. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://cinematreasures.org/theater/13851/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://cinematreasures.org/theater/13851/">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>
Art Deco Odeon Cinema, Walliscote Road, Weston-Super-Mare
This fine Art Deco Grade II Listed Odeon Cinema was opened on 25th May 1935. The architect was T. Cecil Howitt. Although now a 4 screen multiplex the art deco proscenium arch of the main auditorium and other features are retained. Also retained is one of the two remaining cinema organs still installed in a functioning UK cinema. There are regular concerts. The cinema is situated on the corner of Walliscote Road and Locking Road. LinkExternal link
Weston-Super-Mare Fire Station Weston-Super-Mare Fire Station, Milton Avenue, Weston-Super-Mare is station number 18 of Avon Fire & Rescue Service
Weston-Super-Mare Fire Station
Weston-Super-Mare Fire Station, Milton Avenue, Weston-Super-Mare is station number 18 of Avon Fire & Rescue Service
Weston-super-Mare, beach view to Knightstone
Weston-super-Mare, beach view to Knightstone
Show me another place!

Worlebury is located at Grid Ref: ST3162 (Lat: 51.357, Lng: -2.983)

Unitary Authority: North Somerset

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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Located within 500m of 51.357,-2.983
Queenswood Hotel
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Turning Circle
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Pub
The Criterion
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Addr Street: Upper Church Road
Fhrs Id: 186700
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Wikidata: Q99592966
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Richmond Hotel
Addr City: Weston-Super-Mare
Addr Housenumber: 14
Addr Postcode: BS23 2BA
Addr Street: Park Place
Fhrs Id: 708272
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Tourism: hotel
Wikidata: Q111458669
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Post Box
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Post Box
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Note: ditch crosses here, to be surveyed
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Worlebury Camp
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Wikidata: Q8036819
Wikipedia: en:Worlebury Camp
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Social Facility
Alice House Nursing Home
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Post Box
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Seafarers
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Addr Postcode: BS23 2HZ
Addr Street: Victoria Park
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Timbertop Suites
Addr Housenumber: 8
Addr Postcode: BS23 2HZ
Addr Street: Victoria Park
Email: timbertop.wsm@outlook.com
Phone: +44 7837 630423
Rooms: 8
Tourism: hotel
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Victoria Court
Addr Housenumber: 1
Addr Postcode: BS23 2HZ
Addr Street: Victoria Park
Operator: Community Therapeutic Services Limited
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Gate
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Post Box
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Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00
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