Baltonsborough

Civil Parish in Somerset Mendip

England

Baltonsborough

The Ecohouse
The Ecohouse Credit: Patrick Mackie

Baltonsborough is a civil parish located in Somerset, England. It is situated approximately three miles west of the town of Glastonbury and covers an area of around 1,200 acres. The parish is primarily rural in nature, characterized by rolling countryside and picturesque landscapes.

The village of Baltonsborough serves as the administrative center of the parish. It is a small, tight-knit community with a population of around 600 people. The village features a mix of traditional stone cottages and more modern housing developments, giving it a charming and diverse character.

The historic St. Dunstan's Church, built in the 13th century, is a prominent landmark in Baltonsborough. It is known for its impressive architecture and is a popular attraction for visitors interested in the area's rich history. The church also serves as a focal point for community activities and events.

Amenities in Baltonsborough include a primary school, a village hall, and a pub. The primary school, Baltonsborough Church of England VC Primary School, provides education for children aged 4-11 and is highly regarded for its academic standards. The village hall hosts various social and recreational activities, including clubs, classes, and community events.

The surrounding countryside offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, and horseback riding. The parish is also known for its agricultural heritage, with farms and fields dotting the landscape.

Overall, Baltonsborough is a peaceful and picturesque civil parish that offers a close-knit community, historical landmarks, and access to the natural beauty of the Somerset countryside.

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Baltonsborough Images

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The Ecohouse
The Ecohouse
Manor Farm
Manor Farm
Donkeys at West Town, Baltonsborough
Donkeys at West Town, Baltonsborough
Christmas Mistletoe A traditional apple orchard in the heart of Somerset.
Christmas Mistletoe
A traditional apple orchard in the heart of Somerset.
The Greyhound Inn, Baltonsborough
The Greyhound Inn, Baltonsborough
Clerks Cottage This small cottage, in local vernacular and built of lias stone, lies beside the churchyard.
Clerks Cottage
This small cottage, in local vernacular and built of lias stone, lies beside the churchyard.
War Memorial
War Memorial
A New House
A New House
Palm Trees in Somerset
Palm Trees in Somerset
New Village Hall and Primary School
New Village Hall and Primary School
St Dunstan's Church The church dates from the fifteenth century and is a complete work of one period.
Both nave and chancel have waggon roofs of rather low pitch and are covered externally with stone tiles.
The chancel roof has three purlins, the side purlins being nearer to the walls than the centre line of the roof. There is a rich wall plate with three hollow mouldings, each containing carved paterae or leaf ornaments, with an angel at the spring of each base. There are carved bosses at the intersections of the ribs.
The nave roof is similar, except that the wall plate is plain and without angels. At its eastern side, however, there is an interesting and valuable enriched section with eleven short purlins dividing this section into twenty four small rectangular compartments. The reason for this particular enrichment is the desire to form a kind of canopy of honour over the great Rood and its accompanying figures, which stood on a loft on the screen. The existing screen is modern.
The above is an extract from a report written on the church in 1922.
St Dunstan's Church
The church dates from the fifteenth century and is a complete work of one period. Both nave and chancel have waggon roofs of rather low pitch and are covered externally with stone tiles. The chancel roof has three purlins, the side purlins being nearer to the walls than the centre line of the roof. There is a rich wall plate with three hollow mouldings, each containing carved paterae or leaf ornaments, with an angel at the spring of each base. There are carved bosses at the intersections of the ribs. The nave roof is similar, except that the wall plate is plain and without angels. At its eastern side, however, there is an interesting and valuable enriched section with eleven short purlins dividing this section into twenty four small rectangular compartments. The reason for this particular enrichment is the desire to form a kind of canopy of honour over the great Rood and its accompanying figures, which stood on a loft on the screen. The existing screen is modern. The above is an extract from a report written on the church in 1922.
Font in St Dunstan's Church
Font in St Dunstan's Church
Mill Leat at Baltonsborough Taken from the churchyard of St Dunstan's Church.
Mill Leat at Baltonsborough
Taken from the churchyard of St Dunstan's Church.
New Houses On the site of the former paper mill at Baltonsborough.
New Houses
On the site of the former paper mill at Baltonsborough.
Wallyer's Bridge Over the River Brue.
Wallyer's Bridge
Over the River Brue.
2007 : Cottages at Gosling Street At the end of a lane from Barton St.David on low lying land, the main business here seems to be sheep and cattle farming.
2007 : Cottages at Gosling Street
At the end of a lane from Barton St.David on low lying land, the main business here seems to be sheep and cattle farming.
2007 : Traffic of the Area At Gosling Street.  Barton Lower Farm is about 150 yards behind the camera position.
2007 : Traffic of the Area
At Gosling Street. Barton Lower Farm is about 150 yards behind the camera position.
2007 : Rush Hour at Catsham On a quiet road between Barton St. David and Baltonsborough.
2007 : Rush Hour at Catsham
On a quiet road between Barton St. David and Baltonsborough.
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Baltonsborough is located at Grid Ref: ST5434 (Lat: 51.110998, Lng: -2.64669)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Mendip

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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