Oakhill

Settlement in Somerset Mendip

England

Oakhill

The Mendip Inn Public house on the A37 — The Mendip Inn Credit: Eirian Evans

Oakhill is a small village located in the county of Somerset, England. Situated approximately 15 miles southwest of Bath, it falls within the Mendip district. With a population of around 1,200 residents, Oakhill offers a tranquil and picturesque setting surrounded by beautiful countryside.

The village is known for its historic charm, with many of its buildings dating back several centuries. Traditional thatched cottages and stone houses line the streets, creating a sense of old-world charm. Oakhill also boasts a 13th-century church, St. Thomas a Becket, which is a prominent landmark in the area.

Despite its small size, Oakhill has a strong sense of community. The village has a primary school, a village hall, and a local pub, The Oakhill Inn, which serves as a popular meeting place for residents. Additionally, there are various community events and activities held throughout the year, including the Oakhill Summer Festival, which brings together locals and visitors alike.

The surrounding countryside offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities. The Mendip Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, are within close proximity, providing residents with scenic walks, hiking trails, and cycling routes. Additionally, the nearby Chew Valley Lake offers a range of water sports and fishing opportunities.

Oakhill's location also provides easy access to larger towns and cities. The city of Bath, with its rich history and cultural attractions, is a short drive away, while Bristol and Wells are also within a reasonable distance.

In summary, Oakhill is a charming village in Somerset, offering a peaceful and close-knit community, historic architecture, and easy access to the beautiful countryside and nearby urban areas.

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Oakhill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.225368/-2.524962 or Grid Reference ST6347. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Mendip Inn

Public house on the A37

Eirian Evans

House at Three Ashes

Three Ashes was probably once a large working farm but today it seems to consist of several large houses and no working farms although some of the houses have adjacent paddocks.

Nigel Mykura

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

Path and Sign at Beacon Hill Wood

PAUL FARMER

Old Milepost by A37, Bristol Road, near junction of A37 and A367

The Milepost is located on grass verge on the East of the road. Parish of Ashwick (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 / 2 : : BRISTOL / 18 : : BATH / 15 Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1058479 Link

Milestone Society National ID: SO_SMBR02

JR 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 : A37 heading north toward Gurney Slade

On to Ston Easton, Farrington Gurney, Pensford and Bristol. A few yards behind the camera position the B3135 begins its journey west over the high Mendips to Cheddar.

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