Bower Hinton

Settlement in Somerset South Somerset

England

Bower Hinton

Garage, Stapleton Road £1.46/l for diesel. April 2011. — Garage, Stapleton Road Credit: Richard Webb

Bower Hinton is a small village located in the Somerset County of England. It lies approximately 4 miles to the west of the town of Martock and is situated in a rural and picturesque area. The village is surrounded by rolling hills and fields, offering stunning views of the countryside.

Bower Hinton has a long history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the Bronze Age. The village itself is known for its charming thatched cottages and traditional architecture, which adds to its quaint and idyllic atmosphere. The local church, St. Peter and St. Paul, is a prominent feature in the village, showcasing beautiful medieval stonework and stained glass windows.

Despite its small size, Bower Hinton has a strong sense of community. The village has a local pub, The Cat Head Inn, which serves as a gathering place for residents and visitors alike. It provides a warm and friendly atmosphere, offering traditional pub food and a selection of beverages.

The surrounding area offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities, with numerous footpaths and bridleways that allow residents and visitors to explore the stunning Somerset countryside. The village is also conveniently located near several larger towns, such as Yeovil and Taunton, providing easy access to a range of amenities and services.

Overall, Bower Hinton is a charming and peaceful village that offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Its rich history, beautiful surroundings, and strong community spirit make it an appealing place to live or visit.

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Bower Hinton Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.959349/-2.772419 or Grid Reference ST4518. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Garage, Stapleton Road

£1.46/l for diesel. April 2011.

Richard Webb

The Railway

Public house undergoing renovation, it is situated opposite the site of Martock railway station.

Richard Webb

Martock fire station

Martock fire station, Coat Road, Martock, Somerset.

Kevin Hale

Firefighters Training

At Martock fire station on Coat Road.

Jonathan Billinger

Martock

The village of Martock showing the Market House built in the 1750's, the White Hart hotel, Martock Pinnacle and All Saints Church in the background.

Liz Martin

Gawbridge

The bridge over the River Parrett at Gawbridge, between Coat and East Lambrook.

Liz Martin

Stoke-sub-Hamdon

An evening view of Ham Hill from North St in Stoke sub Hamdon - note the old sign with alternative name for the village

Jon Wornham

Martock

Brooks Garage, on the outskirts of Martock.

Jon Wornham

Martock: All Saints church

The present structure is largely 15th century although the site is older. There is evidence for 13th century work and the church is thought to stand on or near the site of a Saxon minster

Martin Bodman

Martock: Parrett Works

A mid-19th century development on an old snuff mill site, probably encouraged by the opening of the nearby branch railway from Taunton to Yeovil in October 1853. The works were originally water-powered – on a short leat from the river Parrett – and two waterwheels survived here in 1996. Steam engines, water wheels and threshing machines were manufactured in the period 1857-1868. There were also rope walks and flax mills. From 1875 or earlier millwrights and brassfounders occupied part of the site with a rope and twine manufacturer utilising the rest of the facilities

Martin Bodman

Holy Tree Cross

The Holy Tree stands at the cross roads on the old main road just outside Stoke-Sub-Hamdon, now bypassed by the A303. Branches on the far side of trunk probably fall within adjacent grid square.

Rupert Fleetingly

Entrance to Stoke-sub-Hamdon village, Somerset

– view E towards West End.

Rodney Burton

Blackcurrant fields in winter, Stoke-sub-Hamdon, Somerset

– view N over the Small Moor Brook valley.

Rodney Burton

Castle Reclamation, Parrett Works

This company will supply furniture, fireplaces and flagstones for your castle. The yard stands near to the old Parrett Works Mill, a water mill on the River Parrett on part of a very rural industrial estate.

Penny Mayes

Parrett Works near Martock

The plaque on the building reads "Historic Martock. Parrett Works 19th C. Built in 1854 on the site of old Cary's Mill, mentioned in the Doomsday [sic] Book, this was originally a flour mill, then a flax mill and canvas and rope makers, later manufacturing engineering products. More than 300 persons were employed here at its prime. Martock Parish Council" Picture taken from Carey's Mill Bridge (spelling as on OS map) showing mill leat rejoining the main stream of the River Parrett having run underground for perhaps 200 metres. From the noise coming from the tunnel (at 8.51 pm) some power may still be taken from the stream.

Penny Mayes

Stone Squeeze by Carey's Mill Bridge

Looking west along the bank of the River Parrett, ST4418 : Parrett Works near Martock is behind the photographer.

Penny Mayes

Young cattle at Parrett Works

Seen from Southfork camp site.

Penny Mayes

Decorative plaque, Parrett Works

This is on the bridge wall next to ST4418 : Stone Squeeze by Carey's Mill Bridge and, I think, illustrates the history of the mills on this site. Clockwise from the top it shows flax, an apple (not sure how that relates to the mill - perhaps there was a water-powered cider press), wheat, electricity(?), hemp (rope making) and tobacco (snuff). All surrounded by an internal ring gear.

Penny Mayes

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Bower Hinton is located at Grid Ref: ST4518 (Lat: 50.959349, Lng: -2.772419)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: South Somerset

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset