Carhampton

Civil Parish in Somerset Somerset West and Taunton

England

Carhampton

Station Road, Carhampton A rather optimistic road name. The nearest railway station is over a mile away in Blue Anchor.
Station Road, Carhampton Credit: Roger Cornfoot

Carhampton is a civil parish located in Somerset, England. It is situated near the coast, about 5 miles west of the town of Minehead. The parish covers an area of approximately 7 square miles and has a population of around 1,000 residents.

The village of Carhampton is the main settlement within the parish. It is a picturesque village with a rich history dating back to the Anglo-Saxon period. The village is known for its traditional thatched cottages and charming architecture, which adds to its overall appeal.

Carhampton is home to several notable landmarks and attractions. One of the most prominent is Carhampton Church, a Grade I listed building dating back to the 15th century. The church features a medieval tower and beautiful stained glass windows.

The village also has a range of amenities, including a primary school, a village hall, and a pub. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking and cycling, with the nearby Exmoor National Park providing stunning landscapes to explore.

Carhampton hosts various events throughout the year, including a village fair and a popular Christmas market. These events bring the community together and attract visitors from near and far.

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

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Carhampton Images

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Station Road, Carhampton A rather optimistic road name. The nearest railway station is over a mile away in Blue Anchor.
Station Road, Carhampton
A rather optimistic road name. The nearest railway station is over a mile away in Blue Anchor.
The Old School house, Carhampton
The Old School house, Carhampton
Carhampton Stores
Carhampton Stores
Carhampton Recreation Centre
Carhampton Recreation Centre
The Butchers Arms, Carhampton
The Butchers Arms, Carhampton
Cottage, Carhampton
Cottage, Carhampton
Hill View Road
Hill View Road
The Crescent, Carhampton
The Crescent, Carhampton
Junction with High Street, Carhampton
Junction with High Street, Carhampton
Carhampton Village Hall
Carhampton Village Hall
Converted chapel, Carhampton
Converted chapel, Carhampton
Laurel Cottage
Laurel Cottage
Thatched cottage on The Court
Thatched cottage on The Court
Drain, alongside Winsors Lane
Drain, alongside Winsors Lane
Cottages on Winsors Lane
Cottages on Winsors Lane
Houses on Dunster Steep I'm not sure whether these are genuinely old timber-framed houses, or a modern imitation, but they are not listed, so probably the latter.
Houses on Dunster Steep
I'm not sure whether these are genuinely old timber-framed houses, or a modern imitation, but they are not listed, so probably the latter.
Dunster High Street, looking south A small market town that retains its charm, with the castle overlooking the town centre.
Dunster High Street, looking south
A small market town that retains its charm, with the castle overlooking the town centre.
Dunster Yarn Market Many old market towns have a market cross or similar in the centre, but this one dating from 1609 is most unusual, with its octagonal form and dormered upper room. Not surprisingly it's grade I listed (list entry 1173428) and also a scheduled monument (1015706).
Dunster Yarn Market
Many old market towns have a market cross or similar in the centre, but this one dating from 1609 is most unusual, with its octagonal form and dormered upper room. Not surprisingly it's grade I listed (list entry 1173428) and also a scheduled monument (1015706).
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Carhampton is located at Grid Ref: SS9941 (Lat: 51.168107, Lng: -3.446015)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Somerset West and Taunton

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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Located within 500m of 51.168107,-3.446015
Bat's Castle Settlement
Description: Iron Age hill fort
Historic: archaeological_site
Source: gpx
Lat/Long: 51.1693353/-3.4489772
Bat's Castle
Ele: 210
Natural: peak
Lat/Long: 51.1691285/-3.448089
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