Wookey Hole

Settlement in Somerset Mendip

England

Wookey Hole

One of the last trains trains to run on the 'Strawberry Line' Pictured at Easton, near Wells, this is one of the last trains to use the line and was pictured after the closure of passenger services in 1965. The picture clearly shows the deep cutting at Easton with the small goods train climbing up the 1 in 237 incline from Westbury Sub Mendip (Lodge Hill station) travelling towards Wells.Parts of the cutting have now been filled in. — One of the last trains trains to run on the 'Strawberry Line' Credit: b Lewis

Wookey Hole is a small village located in the Mendip Hills, Somerset, England. It is renowned for its natural caves, archaeological significance, and popular tourist attractions. The village is situated approximately 2 miles west of Wells, a historic cathedral city.

The main attraction of Wookey Hole is its eponymous cave system, which is considered one of the UK's most magnificent underground networks. The caves were formed by the River Axe over millions of years and are adorned with stunning stalagmites and stalactites. Guided tours take visitors through the chambers, showcasing impressive features such as the Witch of Wookey and the Crystal Quest.

In addition to the caves, Wookey Hole offers a range of family-friendly attractions. The Wookey Hole Caves and Papermill is a popular theme park that includes a 4D cinema, children's play areas, and a Victorian paper mill exhibit. The park also boasts a large and diverse collection of animatronic prehistoric animals.

Outside the caves, visitors can explore the picturesque village itself, which features a charming mix of traditional stone houses and thatched cottages. There are also several local pubs, cafes, and shops offering refreshments and souvenirs.

Wookey Hole holds archaeological significance as well, with evidence of human occupation dating back thousands of years. Ancient tools and bones have been discovered in the caves, indicating their use as shelter by early humans.

Overall, Wookey Hole is a unique destination that combines natural beauty, history, and family entertainment, making it a must-visit location for tourists and locals alike.

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Wookey Hole Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.223771/-2.6704331 or Grid Reference ST5347. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

One of the last trains trains to run on the 'Strawberry Line'

Pictured at Easton, near Wells, this is one of the last trains to use the line and was pictured after the closure of passenger services in 1965. The picture clearly shows the deep cutting at Easton with the small goods train climbing up the 1 in 237 incline from Westbury Sub Mendip (Lodge Hill station) travelling towards Wells.Parts of the cutting have now been filled in.

b Lewis

Rocky Outcrop

Seen from woods on Milton Hill

Colin Bews

Dursdon Drove

Dursdon Drove is a 3km (2 miles) track running roughly east/west between two north/south roads. In part, it is fairly well used as the West Mendip Way follows it for 800 metres (half a mile). But it still feels slightly odd, as there is absolutely no continuation at either end, and one wonders how the route originated.

David Purchase

Higher Pitts Farm

This farm nestles in a slight dip on top of the Mendip Hills.

David Purchase

Charter Way, Wells

Part of a modern estate north of the A371, Portway

David Smith

Charter Way, Wells

Part of a modern estate on the west of Wells

David Smith

Footbridge over A39, Mountery Road

David Smith

Dursdon Drove

Looking East along the drove from the point where the track to Higher Pitts Farm crosses it.

James Ayres

Dursdon Drove track

The track to Higher Pitts Farm joins the Drove from the north, turns east, follows the Drove for 20 metres then turns south off the Drove to continue to the farm. This view is looking west.

James Ayres