Wellisford

Settlement in Somerset Somerset West and Taunton

England

Wellisford

Direction Sign – Signpost near White Ball in Sampford Arundel parish Located on the west side of a crossroads northeast of White Ball in Sampford Arundel parish. 4 arms and pyramid finial. See also <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2154974" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2154974">Link</a>.

Milestone Society National ID: SO_ST1019A
Direction Sign – Signpost near White Ball in Sampford Arundel parish Credit: J Browne

Wellisford is a picturesque village located in the county of Somerset, England. Situated approximately 6 miles northwest of the town of Wellington, it is nestled in the beautiful countryside of the Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

The village is known for its charming and quintessentially English architecture, featuring a mixture of thatched cottages, stone houses, and timber-framed buildings. Wellisford is surrounded by lush green fields, rolling hills, and meandering streams, offering residents and visitors an idyllic rural setting.

Despite its small size, Wellisford boasts a strong sense of community, with a close-knit population of around 400 residents. The village is served by a local primary school, providing education for the younger members of the community.

Historically, Wellisford was primarily an agricultural village, with farming playing a significant role in its economy. However, in recent years, many residents have found employment in nearby towns and cities, commuting for work.

The village also benefits from its proximity to the stunning Quantock Hills and Exmoor National Park, both of which are popular destinations for outdoor enthusiasts. Hiking, cycling, and horse riding are common activities enjoyed by residents and visitors alike.

Wellisford has limited amenities, with a small village shop and a traditional pub serving as the main gathering places for locals. However, for a wider range of services and facilities, the nearby town of Wellington provides a convenient option.

Overall, Wellisford offers a tranquil and picturesque location, perfect for those seeking a peaceful rural retreat amidst the natural beauty of Somerset.

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Direction Sign – Signpost near White Ball in Sampford Arundel parish Located on the west side of a crossroads northeast of White Ball in Sampford Arundel parish. 4 arms and pyramid finial. See also <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2154974" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2154974">Link</a>.

Milestone Society National ID: SO_ST1019A
Direction Sign – Signpost near White Ball in Sampford Arundel parish
Located on the west side of a crossroads northeast of White Ball in Sampford Arundel parish. 4 arms and pyramid finial. See also Link. Milestone Society National ID: SO_ST1019A
Thorne St Margaret St Margaret's Church.
Thorne St Margaret
St Margaret's Church.
Entrance to Manor Farm Manor Farm, near Thorne St Margaret.
Entrance to Manor Farm
Manor Farm, near Thorne St Margaret.
Greenham Village Houses in Greenham.
Greenham Village
Houses in Greenham.
Higher Greenham Road junction on Fisher's Hill.
Higher Greenham
Road junction on Fisher's Hill.
View across fields View from Fishers Hill.
View across fields
View from Fishers Hill.
Greenham : Bishop's Hill Looking along Bishop's Hill in Greenham.
Greenham : Bishop's Hill
Looking along Bishop's Hill in Greenham.
Stawley: Cothay Manor The manor gardens are open on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays from April through to September. Also on bank holidays. Admission in 2005 – £4: no dogs. The manor house dates from the late 15th century
Stawley: Cothay Manor
The manor gardens are open on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sundays from April through to September. Also on bank holidays. Admission in 2005 – £4: no dogs. The manor house dates from the late 15th century
Langford Budville: Grand Western Canal at Higher Wellisford Here the canal ran in cutting, above and to the south of the river Tone. It was active from 1838 to 1867. A footpath now runs its course. Looking east
Langford Budville: Grand Western Canal at Higher Wellisford
Here the canal ran in cutting, above and to the south of the river Tone. It was active from 1838 to 1867. A footpath now runs its course. Looking east
Stawley: The Globe In the hamlet of Appley, this public house has a good reputation for food. Looking north
Stawley: The Globe
In the hamlet of Appley, this public house has a good reputation for food. Looking north
Stawley: footpath at Greenham The old towpath of the Grand Western Canal – not restored on this section – has now become a public footpath. Here it heads north east towards Cothay Manor
Stawley: footpath at Greenham
The old towpath of the Grand Western Canal – not restored on this section – has now become a public footpath. Here it heads north east towards Cothay Manor
Thorne St Margaret: lane through Piley Copse Looking north west. Small ponds by the lane have recently been cleared of surrounding trees
Thorne St Margaret: lane through Piley Copse
Looking north west. Small ponds by the lane have recently been cleared of surrounding trees
Stawley: by Lutley Bridge On the left of this shot is a long ford: it leads to Poleshill, and brings water from Bathealton. In the centre a footbridge also leads to Poleshill and to the right is a post box built into the parapet of Lutley Bridge. The Tone, on the right, having run north from Greenham, swings sharply here to run south east towards Wellisford and Harpford Bridge. Looking east
Stawley: by Lutley Bridge
On the left of this shot is a long ford: it leads to Poleshill, and brings water from Bathealton. In the centre a footbridge also leads to Poleshill and to the right is a post box built into the parapet of Lutley Bridge. The Tone, on the right, having run north from Greenham, swings sharply here to run south east towards Wellisford and Harpford Bridge. Looking east
Langford Budville: old bridge at Lower Wellisford Part of the arch survives on what was presumably an old crossing of the River Tone. Looking south from a point a little to the east of Wellisford Manor
Langford Budville: old bridge at Lower Wellisford
Part of the arch survives on what was presumably an old crossing of the River Tone. Looking south from a point a little to the east of Wellisford Manor
Thorne St Margaret: Thorne Manor Earlier known as Manor Farm, it dates from the 16th century. A horse engine was used for thrashing wheat here in the 19th century
Thorne St Margaret: Thorne Manor
Earlier known as Manor Farm, it dates from the 16th century. A horse engine was used for thrashing wheat here in the 19th century
Thorne St Margaret: limekiln near Piley Copse On the edge of a field with access permitted under DEFRA’s farm conservation scheme – until September 2011. Looking south west
Thorne St Margaret: limekiln near Piley Copse
On the edge of a field with access permitted under DEFRA’s farm conservation scheme – until September 2011. Looking south west
Stawley: Tone valley near Kittisford Mill North of Cothay Manor: the Tone flows north towards Lutley Bridge where it turns sharply to the south east
Stawley: Tone valley near Kittisford Mill
North of Cothay Manor: the Tone flows north towards Lutley Bridge where it turns sharply to the south east
Stawley: house at Kittisford Mill This was in all probability the mill proprietor’s house at one time. Looking north west. Only a remnant of the mill remains, out of shot, to the left. It was powered by a leat from a weir on the river Tone
Stawley: house at Kittisford Mill
This was in all probability the mill proprietor’s house at one time. Looking north west. Only a remnant of the mill remains, out of shot, to the left. It was powered by a leat from a weir on the river Tone
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Wellisford is located at Grid Ref: ST0921 (Lat: 50.98119, Lng: -3.2976923)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Somerset West and Taunton

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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