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Beckington

Civil Parish in Somerset Mendip

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Beckington

Old Milestone, (Former A361) Frome Road, South West of Beckington The milestone is located between Oldford and Beckington in the roadside hedge on the west side of the road. Parish of Beckington (Mendip District). Cast iron post, C&M Classical iron casting design, erected by the Black Dog turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- BATH 11 MILES FROME 2 Somerset HER number: 19330 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.heritagegateway.org.uk/Gateway/Results_Single.aspx?uid=19330&resourceID=100" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.heritagegateway.org.uk/Gateway/Results_Single.aspx?uid=19330&resourceID=100">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> Milestone Society National ID: SO_BAFR11
Old Milestone, (Former A361) Frome Road, South West of Beckington Credit: Janet Dowding

Beckington is a civil parish located in the county of Somerset, England. Situated approximately 10 miles south of the city of Bath, it lies within the Mendip district. The parish covers an area of about 8 square miles and has a population of around 1,800 people.

The village of Beckington is the main settlement within the civil parish. It is a picturesque and historic village, known for its charming stone houses, quaint streets, and beautiful countryside surroundings. The village is located along the A36 road, providing convenient access to nearby towns and cities.

Beckington boasts several notable landmarks and attractions. One of the most prominent is the St. George's Church, a Grade I listed building dating back to the 12th century. The church is known for its impressive architecture and intricate stained glass windows.

The village is also home to the Beckington Castle, a 14th-century fortified manor house that has been converted into a private residence. Other points of interest include the Beckington Memorial Hall, which hosts various community events, and the Beckington First School, providing education for local children.

The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and horse riding. The nearby River Frome is a popular spot for fishing enthusiasts.

Overall, Beckington is a charming and historic village in Somerset, offering a peaceful and picturesque setting for residents and visitors alike.

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Old Milestone, (Former A361) Frome Road, South West of Beckington The milestone is located between Oldford and Beckington in the roadside hedge on the west side of the road. Parish of Beckington (Mendip District). Cast iron post, C&M Classical iron casting design, erected by the Black Dog turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- BATH 11 MILES FROME 2 Somerset HER number: 19330 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.heritagegateway.org.uk/Gateway/Results_Single.aspx?uid=19330&resourceID=100" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.heritagegateway.org.uk/Gateway/Results_Single.aspx?uid=19330&resourceID=100">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> Milestone Society National ID: SO_BAFR11
Old Milestone, (Former A361) Frome Road, South West of Beckington
The milestone is located between Oldford and Beckington in the roadside hedge on the west side of the road. Parish of Beckington (Mendip District). Cast iron post, C&M Classical iron casting design, erected by the Black Dog turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- BATH 11 MILES FROME 2 Somerset HER number: 19330 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: SO_BAFR11
Row of houses, Bath Road, Beckington
Row of houses, Bath Road, Beckington
Beckington Baptist Chapel Grade II listed former Baptist Chapel, now a day nursery. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/101296104-baptist-chapel-forecourt-wall-gate-piers-and-gates-beckington#.Yhp0djjP2Uk" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/101296104-baptist-chapel-forecourt-wall-gate-piers-and-gates-beckington#.Yhp0djjP2Uk">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>
Beckington Baptist Chapel
Grade II listed former Baptist Chapel, now a day nursery. LinkExternal link
Beckington House Grade II listed former 17th century manor house, restored mid-19th century. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/101345321-beckington-manor-attached-garden-wall-gate-and-piers-beckington#.Yhp2DTjP2Uk" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/101345321-beckington-manor-attached-garden-wall-gate-and-piers-beckington#.Yhp2DTjP2Uk">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>
Beckington House
Grade II listed former 17th century manor house, restored mid-19th century. LinkExternal link
Old Milestone, Forrmer A36, Bath Road, North of Beckington The milestone is located near Clifford Farm, on the rough bank, on the east side of the road. Parish of Beckington (Mendip District). Cast iron post, C&M Classical iron casting design, erected by the Black Dog turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- BATH /10 / WARMINSTER 7 / FROME / 3 Grade II listed, List Entry Number: 1345295 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1345295" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1345295">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> Milestone Society National ID: SO_BAWM10
Old Milestone, Forrmer A36, Bath Road, North of Beckington
The milestone is located near Clifford Farm, on the rough bank, on the east side of the road. Parish of Beckington (Mendip District). Cast iron post, C&M Classical iron casting design, erected by the Black Dog turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- BATH /10 / WARMINSTER 7 / FROME / 3 Grade II listed, List Entry Number: 1345295 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: SO_BAWM10
Looking west across the Frome River valley, north of Beckington
Looking west across the Frome River valley, north of Beckington
A361, Frome Bypass Looking north along the A361 Frome Bypass towards the roundabout at the junction with the B3090. Taken from the road overbridge carrying Whitechapel Lane over the bypass.
A361, Frome Bypass
Looking north along the A361 Frome Bypass towards the roundabout at the junction with the B3090. Taken from the road overbridge carrying Whitechapel Lane over the bypass.
A361, Frome Bypass Looking south from the road overbridge carrying Whitechapel Lane over the A361 frome bypass. The works associated with a new business park development (at ST798495 ) can be seen in the distance at centre.
A361, Frome Bypass
Looking south from the road overbridge carrying Whitechapel Lane over the A361 frome bypass. The works associated with a new business park development (at ST798495 ) can be seen in the distance at centre.
Beckington Memorial Hall A view to the east showing Beckington Memorial Hall and the recreation field beyond. Beckington service area on the A36 can be seen in the distance at right.
Beckington Memorial Hall
A view to the east showing Beckington Memorial Hall and the recreation field beyond. Beckington service area on the A36 can be seen in the distance at right.
Bonnyleigh Hill A view looking to the northeast over a stubble field on the north facing slope of Bonnyleigh Hill, towards Beckington. Frome Road, the old A361, is behind the hedge at right.
Bonnyleigh Hill
A view looking to the northeast over a stubble field on the north facing slope of Bonnyleigh Hill, towards Beckington. Frome Road, the old A361, is behind the hedge at right.
Frome Road A view looking northeast along Frome Road towards Beckington. This was the main A361 before the opening of the Beckington by-pass.
Frome Road
A view looking northeast along Frome Road towards Beckington. This was the main A361 before the opening of the Beckington by-pass.
Bonnyleigh Hill A view looking west towards a collection of old pig sheds on Bonnyleigh Hill
Bonnyleigh Hill
A view looking west towards a collection of old pig sheds on Bonnyleigh Hill
Gazebo in Beckington The guidebook to the Macmillan Way, which takes this footpath, describes this as a "small conical roofed gazebo". But what is it? There's no door or window on this side so it must be accessible from within the property. And what category would you put it in?
Gazebo in Beckington
The guidebook to the Macmillan Way, which takes this footpath, describes this as a "small conical roofed gazebo". But what is it? There's no door or window on this side so it must be accessible from within the property. And what category would you put it in?
Frome valley west of Beckington Leaving Beckington on a farm track, views of the Frome valley open up.
Frome valley west of Beckington
Leaving Beckington on a farm track, views of the Frome valley open up.
2007 : Road to nowhere Formerly the main road between Beckington and Bath it has been superseded by the great bypass and now stops short of the new road.
2007 : Road to nowhere
Formerly the main road between Beckington and Bath it has been superseded by the great bypass and now stops short of the new road.
Footpath from Lullington to Beckington near Dairy House Farm This footpath runs from Lullington and ends to the north of Beckington. Dairy House Farm is on the left of this image behind the fence and Stubbs Lane can be seen in the distance. There is another footpath to the right of this image further up the hill which is part of the Macmillan Way and also leads to Beckington.
Footpath from Lullington to Beckington near Dairy House Farm
This footpath runs from Lullington and ends to the north of Beckington. Dairy House Farm is on the left of this image behind the fence and Stubbs Lane can be seen in the distance. There is another footpath to the right of this image further up the hill which is part of the Macmillan Way and also leads to Beckington.
Stubbs lane near Beckington Looking west along Stubbs Lane towards Dairy House Farm and Lullington. The Beckington Loop runs to the right which joins with another footpath to the northern side of Beckington. The Macmillan Way path to Lullington runs further along the track and over a stone wall just beyond the shed in the distance. To the left is an alternate path to Lullington.
Stubbs lane near Beckington
Looking west along Stubbs Lane towards Dairy House Farm and Lullington. The Beckington Loop runs to the right which joins with another footpath to the northern side of Beckington. The Macmillan Way path to Lullington runs further along the track and over a stone wall just beyond the shed in the distance. To the left is an alternate path to Lullington.
2008 : Beckington Castle Has now been painted up gaudy and taken over as business premises. The following was received from Cheryl Nicol of Melbourne, Australia. Not much seems to be known about the history of Beckington Castle due to lack of deeds and other documentary evidence. It is thought parts of it date from medieval times and the clothier William Long (c.1498-1558) may have rebuilt it. In 1569 William's son Thomas lived there It was sold prior to 1616 to the Lord Treasurer Sir James Ley, 1st Earl of Marlborough of Heywood House, Westbury.
2008 : Beckington Castle
Has now been painted up gaudy and taken over as business premises. The following was received from Cheryl Nicol of Melbourne, Australia. Not much seems to be known about the history of Beckington Castle due to lack of deeds and other documentary evidence. It is thought parts of it date from medieval times and the clothier William Long (c.1498-1558) may have rebuilt it. In 1569 William's son Thomas lived there It was sold prior to 1616 to the Lord Treasurer Sir James Ley, 1st Earl of Marlborough of Heywood House, Westbury.
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Beckington is located at Grid Ref: ST8151 (Lat: 51.266362, Lng: -2.271771)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Mendip

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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