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Chewton Mendip

Civil Parish in Somerset Mendip

England

Chewton Mendip

Green Ore : Bristol Road A39 Looking along Bristol Road at the junction.
Green Ore : Bristol Road A39 Credit: Lewis Clarke

Chewton Mendip is a civil parish located in the county of Somerset, England. It is situated in the Mendip Hills, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The parish is predominantly rural and covers an area of approximately 14 square kilometers.

The village of Chewton Mendip lies at the heart of the parish and is home to a small but tight-knit community. The village itself dates back to medieval times and has a rich history. It is characterized by its traditional stone-built houses and charming countryside views.

The parish is surrounded by rolling hills and picturesque landscapes, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. There are several walking and cycling trails that crisscross the area, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.

Chewton Mendip is also famous for its limestone quarries, which have been in operation for centuries. The stone extracted from these quarries has been used in the construction of many notable buildings in the region.

The parish has a primary school, a church, and a village hall, which serve as focal points for community activities. There are also a few small businesses and farms scattered throughout the area.

Overall, Chewton Mendip is a peaceful and idyllic rural parish, offering a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Its natural beauty and rich history make it a hidden gem in the Somerset countryside.

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Chewton Mendip Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.265738/-2.612954 or Grid Reference ST5752. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Green Ore : Bristol Road A39 Looking along Bristol Road at the junction.
Green Ore : Bristol Road A39
Looking along Bristol Road at the junction.
Chewton Mendip : Bathway - A39 A road heading through Chewton Mendip.
Chewton Mendip : Bathway - A39
A road heading through Chewton Mendip.
Green Ore What can I say about Green Ore? Stuck in the middle of nowhere on top of the Mendips, it's about the only thing of note in this square. A cross roads of the A39 (Wells Road) and the B3135. What strikes me is why it needs a hideous set of traffic lights. The roads that intersect are dead straight and at 90 degrees; my guess is that it's been the scene of some fatal accidents. There is also a speed camera there. The buildings around the crossroads comprise a pub (the Ploughboy Inn), a 4x4 vehicle sales place, a (transport?) cafe and a couple of houses. The rest of the square is farmed.
Green Ore
What can I say about Green Ore? Stuck in the middle of nowhere on top of the Mendips, it's about the only thing of note in this square. A cross roads of the A39 (Wells Road) and the B3135. What strikes me is why it needs a hideous set of traffic lights. The roads that intersect are dead straight and at 90 degrees; my guess is that it's been the scene of some fatal accidents. There is also a speed camera there. The buildings around the crossroads comprise a pub (the Ploughboy Inn), a 4x4 vehicle sales place, a (transport?) cafe and a couple of houses. The rest of the square is farmed.
Stock Hill footpath A light dusting of snow still lingers at the start of the public footpath leading through the woodland on Stock Hill from the B3135. View is looking southeast from the small parking area adjacent to the road.
Stock Hill footpath
A light dusting of snow still lingers at the start of the public footpath leading through the woodland on Stock Hill from the B3135. View is looking southeast from the small parking area adjacent to the road.
Field & Woods on the Mendips
Field & Woods on the Mendips
Holmwood Farm
Holmwood Farm
Greendown Farm Digger Delivery
Greendown Farm Digger Delivery
Horses on the hillside
Horses on the hillside
Dilapidated West End Farm In need of repair!
Dilapidated West End Farm
In need of repair!
Bridleway Through Woodland
Bridleway Through Woodland
Woodside
Woodside
Field to woods
Field to woods
Gorse Field
Gorse Field
Dairy pasture near Everard's Farm
Dairy pasture near Everard's Farm
Dry stone wall by a road The busy B3135 just clips this kilometre square, bordered by drystone walls and fields with sheep grazing.
Dry stone wall by a road
The busy B3135 just clips this kilometre square, bordered by drystone walls and fields with sheep grazing.
2009 : B3135 at Green Ore The B3135 is one of those strange little 'B' roads that promises much and goes nowhere. It starts by climbing the Cheddar Gorge, works its way along the Mendips to Green Ore, on a few more miles to the A37 then just as it seems to be going well it stops.
2009 : B3135 at Green Ore
The B3135 is one of those strange little 'B' roads that promises much and goes nowhere. It starts by climbing the Cheddar Gorge, works its way along the Mendips to Green Ore, on a few more miles to the A37 then just as it seems to be going well it stops.
2009 : Crossroads at Green Ore What you see is what you get. There is more here but not much, a garage and car showroom out of sight on the right and a few houses. The Ploughboy Inn <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://ploughboyinn.com/index.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://ploughboyinn.com/index.html">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> stands on the corner relying on passing trade and what they attract from the surrounding area. The A39 is the road in view with the B3135 crossing.
2009 : Crossroads at Green Ore
What you see is what you get. There is more here but not much, a garage and car showroom out of sight on the right and a few houses. The Ploughboy Inn LinkExternal link stands on the corner relying on passing trade and what they attract from the surrounding area. The A39 is the road in view with the B3135 crossing.
2009 : B3135 at Green Ore looking north west Follow it and you get a pleasant drive over the Mendips followed by the Cheddar Gorge.
2009 : B3135 at Green Ore looking north west
Follow it and you get a pleasant drive over the Mendips followed by the Cheddar Gorge.
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Chewton Mendip is located at Grid Ref: ST5752 (Lat: 51.265738, Lng: -2.612954)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Mendip

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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