Dinnington

Civil Parish in Somerset South Somerset

England

Dinnington

St George's Church, Hinton St George, Somerset
St George's Church, Hinton St George, Somerset Credit: Ray Jennings

Dinnington is a civil parish located in Somerset, England. It is situated in the South Somerset district, approximately 5 miles south of Yeovil. The parish covers an area of approximately 1.5 square miles and has a population of around 700 people.

The village of Dinnington is surrounded by picturesque countryside, with rolling hills and farmland. It is a rural area, known for its tranquil and peaceful atmosphere. The village itself has a quaint and charming feel, with a mix of traditional stone cottages and more modern houses.

Dinnington is home to a number of amenities and facilities. It has a primary school, providing education for local children, as well as a village hall that serves as a community hub. The village also has a church, St. Nicholas Church, which dates back to the 12th century and is a significant historical landmark.

In terms of recreation and leisure activities, Dinnington offers a range of options. There are several footpaths and bridleways in the surrounding countryside, making it a popular area for walking and cycling. Additionally, there are a number of local pubs and restaurants where residents and visitors can enjoy a meal or drink.

Overall, Dinnington is a charming and idyllic rural parish, offering a peaceful and close-knit community for its residents. Its beautiful countryside and range of amenities make it an attractive place to live or visit for those seeking a slower-paced and picturesque lifestyle.

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Dinnington Images

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St George's Church, Hinton St George, Somerset
St George's Church, Hinton St George, Somerset
St George's Church, Hinton St George, Somerset
St George's Church, Hinton St George, Somerset
St George's Church, Hinton St George, Somerset The Nave.
St George's Church, Hinton St George, Somerset
The Nave.
St George's Church, Hinton St George, Somerset The Sanctuary.
St George's Church, Hinton St George, Somerset
The Sanctuary.
St George's Church, Hinton St George, Somerset
St George's Church, Hinton St George, Somerset
St George's Church, Hinton St George, Somerset The East window, depicting the Ascension of Christ.
St George's Church, Hinton St George, Somerset
The East window, depicting the Ascension of Christ.
St George's Church, Hinton St George, Somerset The East window of the South aisle.
St George's Church, Hinton St George, Somerset
The East window of the South aisle.
St George's Church, Hinton St George, Somerset The South aisle window, installed in memory of Olga Lorraine Countess Poulett, wife of the 8th Earl Poulett.
St George's Church, Hinton St George, Somerset
The South aisle window, installed in memory of Olga Lorraine Countess Poulett, wife of the 8th Earl Poulett.
St George's Church, Hinton St George, Somerset South aisle window with no dedication.
St George's Church, Hinton St George, Somerset
South aisle window with no dedication.
St George's Church, Hinton St George, Somerset A South aisle window dedicated to Saints Dunstan, George and Alphege.
St George's Church, Hinton St George, Somerset
A South aisle window dedicated to Saints Dunstan, George and Alphege.
St George's Church, Hinton St George, Somerset Westward view of the Nave.
St George's Church, Hinton St George, Somerset
Westward view of the Nave.
St George's Church, Hinton St George, Somerset The organ gallery.
St George's Church, Hinton St George, Somerset
The organ gallery.
Lane junction near Dinnington Wood Close Lane branches off to the right down a steep shady lane to Alleowenshay. The lane ahead, which has just emerged from a dark sunken stretch where it diverts from the line of the Fosse Way, leads to Dozens Corner.
Lane junction near Dinnington
Wood Close Lane branches off to the right down a steep shady lane to Alleowenshay. The lane ahead, which has just emerged from a dark sunken stretch where it diverts from the line of the Fosse Way, leads to Dozens Corner.
Allowenshay An attractive hamlet of stone cottages tucked away down lanes southeast of Ilminster. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://webapp1.somerset.gov.uk/her/details.asp?prn=54117" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://webapp1.somerset.gov.uk/her/details.asp?prn=54117">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> for historical notes.
Allowenshay
An attractive hamlet of stone cottages tucked away down lanes southeast of Ilminster. See LinkExternal link for historical notes.
Higher Dairy House, Allowenshay Looking the opposite way along the lane from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/491961">ST3913 : Allowenshay</a>. Architectural details are at <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://webapp1.somerset.gov.uk/her/details.asp?prn=56703" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://webapp1.somerset.gov.uk/her/details.asp?prn=56703">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> .
Higher Dairy House, Allowenshay
Looking the opposite way along the lane from ST3913 : Allowenshay. Architectural details are at LinkExternal link .
Approaching Allowenshay Wood Close Lane approaches the hamlet.
Approaching Allowenshay
Wood Close Lane approaches the hamlet.
Field beside Wood Close Lane A corner of a wheatfield, taken from beside the junction shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/491948">ST3912 : Lane junction near Dinnington</a>. Secreted away behind the trees on the right, a sunken lane plunges down to meet the Fosse Way.
Field beside Wood Close Lane
A corner of a wheatfield, taken from beside the junction shown in ST3912 : Lane junction near Dinnington. Secreted away behind the trees on the right, a sunken lane plunges down to meet the Fosse Way.
Mill Lane Fruit Farm Seen from Stretford Lane as it climbs away from crossing Stretford Water. The farm is on Mill Lane, which leads, to the left, to Dowlish Wake. The row of poplars along the hillside can be seen for many miles around to the south.
Mill Lane Fruit Farm
Seen from Stretford Lane as it climbs away from crossing Stretford Water. The farm is on Mill Lane, which leads, to the left, to Dowlish Wake. The row of poplars along the hillside can be seen for many miles around to the south.
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Dinnington is located at Grid Ref: ST4012 (Lat: 50.908236, Lng: -2.853542)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: South Somerset

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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