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West Bradley

Settlement in Somerset Mendip

England

West Bradley

Day breaks from the Tor Glastonbury Tor: dawn. The sun rises but is slightly obscured by a thin veil of cloud in just the wrong place. Due to the thick mist in the Levels, West Pennard Hill looks more like an island.
Day breaks from the Tor Credit: Neil Owen

West Bradley is a small village located in the county of Somerset, in the southwest of England. It lies approximately 3 miles west of the town of Glastonbury and 5 miles east of the city of Wells. Set amidst the picturesque countryside of the Mendip Hills, West Bradley is known for its tranquil and idyllic setting.

The village is characterized by its charming rural atmosphere, with a mix of traditional stone-built cottages and modern houses. The local community is tight-knit, and the population of West Bradley is relatively small. The village is primarily residential, with a scattering of farms and agricultural land surrounding it.

Despite its small size, West Bradley offers some amenities to its residents. There is a village hall that serves as a hub for community activities and events. Additionally, there is a local pub that provides a gathering place for locals and visitors alike.

The surrounding countryside provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities. The Mendip Hills offer scenic walks and hikes, with breathtaking views of the rolling countryside. The nearby Somerset Levels, a wetland area, is a haven for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts.

Overall, West Bradley is a peaceful and picturesque village that offers a rural escape for those seeking a slower pace of life. Its natural beauty and friendly community make it an attractive place to live or visit for those looking to experience the charm of rural Somerset.

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West Bradley Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.130663/-2.625456 or Grid Reference ST5637. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Day breaks from the Tor Glastonbury Tor: dawn. The sun rises but is slightly obscured by a thin veil of cloud in just the wrong place. Due to the thick mist in the Levels, West Pennard Hill looks more like an island.
Day breaks from the Tor
Glastonbury Tor: dawn. The sun rises but is slightly obscured by a thin veil of cloud in just the wrong place. Due to the thick mist in the Levels, West Pennard Hill looks more like an island.
Worth the effort Getting up early and climbing the Tor has brought its rewards. Dawn breaks and there are a good half a dozen intrepid visitors, each receiving the first light of a new day together.
Worth the effort
Getting up early and climbing the Tor has brought its rewards. Dawn breaks and there are a good half a dozen intrepid visitors, each receiving the first light of a new day together.
Parbrook, Somerset The former Methodist Church
Parbrook, Somerset
The former Methodist Church
West Bradley, Somerset The parish church's dedication is not known.
West Bradley, Somerset
The parish church's dedication is not known.
West Pennard (Somerset) Church of St Nicholas
West Pennard (Somerset) Church of St Nicholas
Higher South Town Farm
Higher South Town Farm
Pennard Hill The footpath sticks to the ridge across Pennard Hill.
Pennard Hill
The footpath sticks to the ridge across Pennard Hill.
farm building seen from the footpath
farm building seen from the footpath
Bradley Brook waterfall It appears that the brook recently heavily flooded bringing down trees and lots of derbis.
Bradley Brook waterfall
It appears that the brook recently heavily flooded bringing down trees and lots of derbis.
footbridge over Bradley Brook
footbridge over Bradley Brook
fields by Washingstones Gully Taken from the footpath - sadly we could not get into the overgrown Washingstones Gully to see if there were any.
fields by Washingstones Gully
Taken from the footpath - sadly we could not get into the overgrown Washingstones Gully to see if there were any.
Orchard and milking shed, Court Barn Farm Perhaps the ripe apples are destined for the cider factory in Shepton Mallet.
Orchard and milking shed, Court Barn Farm
Perhaps the ripe apples are destined for the cider factory in Shepton Mallet.
Court Barn This former tithe barn is in the care of the National Trust. Wikipedia page: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/West_Pennard_Court_Barn" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/West_Pennard_Court_Barn">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>
Court Barn
This former tithe barn is in the care of the National Trust. Wikipedia page: LinkExternal link
Court Barn According to the Wikipedia entry <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/West_Pennard_Court_Barn" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/West_Pennard_Court_Barn">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> this barn dates from the late 14th or early 15th century. The niches which can be seen here were intended for birds as the structure originally incorporated a dovecote.
Court Barn
According to the Wikipedia entry LinkExternal link this barn dates from the late 14th or early 15th century. The niches which can be seen here were intended for birds as the structure originally incorporated a dovecote.
Crossroads, Parbrook Parbrook is named on the map but not marked as such on the ground.
Crossroads, Parbrook
Parbrook is named on the map but not marked as such on the ground.
Signpost, Parbrook At least you will know which other places you can get to easily.
Signpost, Parbrook
At least you will know which other places you can get to easily.
Lottisham Lane Beyond the felled tree trunk and the gate, Lottisham Lane stretches away.
Lottisham Lane
Beyond the felled tree trunk and the gate, Lottisham Lane stretches away.
Lark Farm A lot of conversion and extension work going on here. Maybe it will not be a farm in future.
Lark Farm
A lot of conversion and extension work going on here. Maybe it will not be a farm in future.
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West Bradley is located at Grid Ref: ST5637 (Lat: 51.130663, Lng: -2.625456)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Mendip

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

What 3 Words

///rollover.tasty.partly. Near Glastonbury, Somerset

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