Benter

Settlement in Somerset Mendip

England

Benter

Croft House and the B3356 Croft House stands behind the trees on the left. Taken between heavy showers on a Saturday lunchtime. — Croft House and the B3356 Credit: HelenK

Benter is a small village located in the county of Somerset, in the southwest of England. Situated about 5 miles south of the town of Yeovil, Benter is surrounded by picturesque countryside and enjoys a tranquil setting. The village has a population of around 400 people, making it a close-knit and friendly community.

Benter is primarily a residential area, with a mix of traditional cottages and modern houses. The village has a charming and peaceful atmosphere, making it an attractive place for families and retirees. The local architecture reflects the village's long history, with some buildings dating back several centuries.

Although small, Benter offers a range of amenities for its residents. These include a community center, a village hall, and a small local shop. The village also has a primary school, ensuring that families with young children have access to education facilities within the community.

For outdoor enthusiasts, Benter is an excellent base for exploring the surrounding countryside. The village is surrounded by rolling hills, green meadows, and scenic walking trails. Additionally, the nearby Ham Hill Country Park provides opportunities for hiking, picnicking, and enjoying panoramic views of the Somerset landscape.

Despite its rural location, Benter benefits from good transportation links. The A37 road passes nearby, connecting the village to larger towns and cities in the region. The village is also served by regular bus services, providing easy access to neighboring areas.

In summary, Benter is a small but charming village in Somerset, offering a peaceful and scenic environment for its residents. With its strong sense of community and proximity to nature, Benter is a delightful place to call home.

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Benter Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.239201/-2.508072 or Grid Reference ST6449. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Croft House and the B3356

Croft House stands behind the trees on the left. Taken between heavy showers on a Saturday lunchtime.

HelenK

Keeping pupils and the public apart

These gates close off the grounds of Downside School. Two notices tell the public that this is private property with no right of way; a third tells pupils that they are not to go (in the other direction) past this point.

HelenK

Wet Saturday Dog Walking near Withybrook

The dog walker passing the box-in-the-wall post box is turning off the Fosse Road into the minor road that runs down to Stoke Bottom. The Fosse Rd carries on to Stoke St Michael. The road she is heading down is signposted to Nettlebridge.

Nigel Mykura

Industrial Buildings at Stoke Bottom

These buildings are heavily protected with large metal fences and razor wire but have no signage to indicate their use.

Nigel Mykura

Old Milestone by A367, just South of Stratton on the Fosse Way

The Milestone is located on grass verge on the East of the road. Parish of Stratton On The Fosse (Mendip District). Cast iron post, plated iron casting design, erected by the Shepton Mallet turnpike trust in the 19th century. An earlier photograph can be found here: Link Inscription reads:- SHEPTON / MALLET / 5 : : BATH / 12 : : CHELT.M / 49 Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1058636 Link

Milestone Society National ID: SO_CMSM49

Janet Dowding

Old Milestone by A367, Fosse Way, outside front of "The George at Nettlebridge" PH

The Milestone is located against front wall of inn on the East of the road. Parish of Stratton On The Fosse (Mendip District). Cast iron post, plated iron casting design, erected by the Shepton Mallet turnpike trust in the 19th century. An earlier photograph can be found here: Link Inscription reads:- SHEPTON / MALLET / 4 : : BATH / 13 : : CHELT.M / 50 Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1178363 Link

Milestone Society National ID: SO_CMSM50

Janet Dowding

Old Milestone by A367, Fosse Way, outside front of "The George at Nettlebridge" PH

Milestone Society National ID: SO_CMSM50

Janet Dowding

2011 : Ashwick Court from Blackley Lane

Blackley Lane follows the bottom of a small valley from Benter west to Badger's Cross. About half way along we see Ashwick Court at the top of the hill to the south.

Maurice Pullin

2011 : Crossroads with tractor at Badger's Cross

A tractor with trailer waits to emerge carefully onto the minor road between Gurney Slade and Oakhill. The signpost indicates Moorwood and Benter to the left and Shepton Mallet to the right.

Maurice Pullin

2011 : View north from Blackey Lane

On the other side of Blackey Lane from ST6348 : 2011 : Ashwick Court from Blackley Lane looking up the northern slope of the valley in the direction of West Farm which is out of shot to the right.

Maurice Pullin

2011 : Blackey Lane heading east

Down the valley toward Benter. The footpath (see sign) to the right takes the walker to Ashwick, less than half a mile, another path to the left climbs the side of the valley to West Farm and T'other Side The Hill.

Maurice Pullin

2011 : Up Blackley Lane toward Badger's Cross

The lane follows the valley floor between Benter and Badger's Cross becoming steeper further on.

Maurice Pullin

2011 : Blackey Lane heading east from Badger's Cross

Soon to drop into a small valley which it follows to Benter.

Maurice Pullin

2011 : Bay's Lane or Simbriss Road

Somewhere around here Bay's Lane, from the north, becomes Simbriss Road heading south, or it could be Blackey Lane from the east - who cares. One thing is for sure, it is near Badger's Cross.

Maurice Pullin