Brushford

Civil Parish in Somerset Somerset West and Taunton

England

Brushford

Brushford: Knowle Farm
Brushford: Knowle Farm Credit: Martin Bodman

Brushford is a civil parish located in the county of Somerset, England. It is situated approximately 7 miles north of the town of Dulverton and 5 miles west of the town of Wiveliscombe. The parish covers an area of around 1,100 acres and is home to a small population of approximately 200 residents.

The village of Brushford itself is a charming rural settlement with a rich history dating back to the Domesday Book. It is characterized by a mix of traditional stone-built cottages and more modern houses. The parish is surrounded by picturesque countryside, with rolling hills and fields dominating the landscape.

Despite its small size, Brushford has a strong community spirit and a range of amenities. These include a village hall, a local pub, and a primary school. The village hall serves as a hub for various social and recreational activities, while the pub offers a gathering place for residents and visitors alike. The primary school provides education for local children up to the age of 11.

The parish is also known for its agricultural heritage, with farming playing a significant role in the local economy. The lush farmland surrounding the village is used for both livestock and arable farming.

Overall, Brushford offers a tranquil and close-knit community in a picturesque countryside setting, making it an attractive place to live for those seeking a rural lifestyle in Somerset.

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Brushford Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.021656/-3.566802 or Grid Reference SS9025. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Brushford: Knowle Farm
Brushford: Knowle Farm
Looking North From West Knowle
Looking North From West Knowle
Brushford: Venn Looking north from the lane between West Knowle and Hawkwell Cross
Brushford: Venn
Looking north from the lane between West Knowle and Hawkwell Cross
Brushford: Bere A farm in remote country between East Anstey and Dulverton, seen from its entrance gate. The track leading to the farm and on to Broomball Cross is also a public bridleway. Looking north west
Brushford: Bere
A farm in remote country between East Anstey and Dulverton, seen from its entrance gate. The track leading to the farm and on to Broomball Cross is also a public bridleway. Looking north west
Brushford: between Nightcott and Upcott Looking south from the Brushford – Nightcott lane
Brushford: between Nightcott and Upcott
Looking south from the Brushford – Nightcott lane
Brushford: by Trackford Moor On the access road to Lower Sowerhill. Looking south west
Brushford: by Trackford Moor
On the access road to Lower Sowerhill. Looking south west
Brushford: Rocks Farm Seen from the Oldways End-Exebridge Road. The outbuilding by the road once contained a waterwheel which powered farm machinery. The remains of a dry millpond exist to the right of this shot
Brushford: Rocks Farm
Seen from the Oldways End-Exebridge Road. The outbuilding by the road once contained a waterwheel which powered farm machinery. The remains of a dry millpond exist to the right of this shot
Brushford: Higher Upcott and Upcott Farm Seen from the Oldways End-Exebridge Road. Higher Upcott is the building to the left
Brushford: Higher Upcott and Upcott Farm
Seen from the Oldways End-Exebridge Road. Higher Upcott is the building to the left
Brushford:  Croft and Croft Knap Seen from the Oldways End-Exebridge Road
Brushford: Croft and Croft Knap
Seen from the Oldways End-Exebridge Road
BRUSHFORD, Somerset The church of St Nicholas
BRUSHFORD, Somerset
The church of St Nicholas
Dulverton: lane near Old Bury With beech tree. Between Hinam Cross and Battleton
Dulverton: lane near Old Bury
With beech tree. Between Hinam Cross and Battleton
Brushford: yard by bridleway Near Hulverton Hill, looking south on a track from, Brushford to Brocks Bridge. Christmas Day 2005
Brushford: yard by bridleway
Near Hulverton Hill, looking south on a track from, Brushford to Brocks Bridge. Christmas Day 2005
Brushford: lane to Nightcott Looking west near a bridge over the Brockley River
Brushford: lane to Nightcott
Looking west near a bridge over the Brockley River
Dulverton: wood near Three Gates Cross Looking south
Dulverton: wood near Three Gates Cross
Looking south
Dulverton: Combe Lane Track above Battleton. Looking south east
Dulverton: Combe Lane
Track above Battleton. Looking south east
Farm cottages, Combe These utilitarian buildings are all that can be seen of the isolated community from the public path, apart from some sheds.  The path once went closer to the farmhouse but has now been diverted to the left of the beech hedge.
Farm cottages, Combe
These utilitarian buildings are all that can be seen of the isolated community from the public path, apart from some sheds. The path once went closer to the farmhouse but has now been diverted to the left of the beech hedge.
Combe Farm. After a muddy start at the end of Three Gates Lane the path improves and develops into this track.
Combe Farm.
After a muddy start at the end of Three Gates Lane the path improves and develops into this track.
West Knowle Cottages in West Knowle.
West Knowle
Cottages in West Knowle.
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Brushford is located at Grid Ref: SS9025 (Lat: 51.021656, Lng: -3.566802)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Somerset West and Taunton

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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