Brockham End

Settlement in Somerset

England

Brockham End

Battle of Lansdown Hill marker and signboard
Battle of Lansdown Hill marker and signboard Credit: don cload

Brockham End is a small hamlet located in the county of Somerset, England. Situated approximately 8 miles south of the county town of Taunton, it is nestled in the picturesque countryside of the Somerset Levels.

The hamlet is characterized by its quaint and charming atmosphere, with a handful of traditional stone cottages scattered across the landscape. The surrounding area is predominantly agricultural, with rolling fields and farmland stretching as far as the eye can see. The hamlet is surrounded by lush greenery, offering residents and visitors a peaceful and idyllic setting.

Despite its small size and rural location, Brockham End is well-connected to nearby towns and cities. The M5 motorway is easily accessible, providing convenient links to larger urban centers such as Bristol and Exeter. The nearby Taunton railway station also offers regular services to London and other major cities.

The hamlet itself does not have its own amenities, such as shops or pubs, but residents can find a range of facilities in the nearby towns of Taunton and Wellington. These include supermarkets, schools, medical centers, and a variety of retail and leisure options.

Brockham End is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor lovers due to its proximity to the stunning Somerset countryside. It offers plenty of opportunities for activities such as hiking, cycling, and birdwatching. The nearby Somerset Levels and Exmoor National Park provide further options for exploration and outdoor adventures.

Overall, Brockham End is a picturesque and tranquil hamlet, offering residents and visitors a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of urban life.

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Brockham End Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.419266/-2.418432 or Grid Reference ST7169. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Battle of Lansdown Hill marker and signboard
Battle of Lansdown Hill marker and signboard
Battle marker post and mast
Battle marker post and mast
View from Hanging Hill View over the Avon valley from the Cotswold Way on Hanging Hill.
View from Hanging Hill
View over the Avon valley from the Cotswold Way on Hanging Hill.
Stone Stiles, Lansdown, Bath On Somerset footpaths BA5/42 & BA5/52, principally the Cotswold Way. This view is looking NW, the reverse view is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7281636">ST7270 : Stone Stiles, Bath</a>.
Stone Stiles, Lansdown, Bath
On Somerset footpaths BA5/42 & BA5/52, principally the Cotswold Way. This view is looking NW, the reverse view is ST7270 : Stone Stiles, Bath.
Stone Stiles, Bath On Somerset footpaths BA5/42 & BA5/52, principally the Cotswold Way. This view is looking SE, the reverse view is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7281631">ST7270 : Stone Stiles, Lansdown, Bath</a>.
Stone Stiles, Bath
On Somerset footpaths BA5/42 & BA5/52, principally the Cotswold Way. This view is looking SE, the reverse view is ST7270 : Stone Stiles, Lansdown, Bath.
Sir Bevil Grenville’s Monument Monument on the outskirts of Bath.
Sir Bevil Grenville’s Monument
Monument on the outskirts of Bath.
Sir Bevil Grenville’s Monument Inside the railings is an explanatory plaque and an English Heritage notice. The latter has battle scars of its own because someone has fired a shotgun at it. The slate inset also bears a text but it has become partly delaminated from the body of the monument. the whole is Grade II* listed, English Heritage Building ID: 399236. See:<span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/en-399236-monument-to-sir-bevil-grenville-at-natio" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/en-399236-monument-to-sir-bevil-grenville-at-natio">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>
Sir Bevil Grenville’s Monument
Inside the railings is an explanatory plaque and an English Heritage notice. The latter has battle scars of its own because someone has fired a shotgun at it. The slate inset also bears a text but it has become partly delaminated from the body of the monument. the whole is Grade II* listed, English Heritage Building ID: 399236. See:LinkExternal link
Lansdown Battlefield and Waller's Wall, Breaches were made in this wall 368 years ago on Wednesday 5th July 1643 to open up a field of fire across the ploughed field. At dusk Waller's Parlimentarians left glowing gunner's matches draped over the stonework to give the impression of military presence but in reality they had retired into Bath. The breaches have since been visibly repaired.
Lansdown Battlefield and Waller's Wall,
Breaches were made in this wall 368 years ago on Wednesday 5th July 1643 to open up a field of fire across the ploughed field. At dusk Waller's Parlimentarians left glowing gunner's matches draped over the stonework to give the impression of military presence but in reality they had retired into Bath. The breaches have since been visibly repaired.
Beach Farm The farmhouse occupies the site and possibly incorporates part of the farm burnt during the Battle of Lansdown in 1642. Current property is Grade II listed, being late 17th C or early 18th C. English Heritage Building ID: 28489.
See: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/en-28489-beach-farmhouse-bitton" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.britishlistedbuildings.co.uk/en-28489-beach-farmhouse-bitton">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>
Beach Farm
The farmhouse occupies the site and possibly incorporates part of the farm burnt during the Battle of Lansdown in 1642. Current property is Grade II listed, being late 17th C or early 18th C. English Heritage Building ID: 28489. See: LinkExternal link
Please close the gate An incongruous gate, standing as it does on the path to the monument.
Please close the gate
An incongruous gate, standing as it does on the path to the monument.
Devastation The image is taken from a seventeenth century illustration, depicting the fire and damage sustained in the battle.
Devastation
The image is taken from a seventeenth century illustration, depicting the fire and damage sustained in the battle.
Information boards and a colourful flagpole At the start of the path to the Battle of Lansdown, these greet you as it heads towards the monument.
Information boards and a colourful flagpole
At the start of the path to the Battle of Lansdown, these greet you as it heads towards the monument.
Flag and monument It's a short and clear walk from the road to this spot.
Flag and monument
It's a short and clear walk from the road to this spot.
Battlefield marker A brightly coloured flagpole, resplendent with tassles, a flag and weapons marking the Battlefield monument area.
Battlefield marker
A brightly coloured flagpole, resplendent with tassles, a flag and weapons marking the Battlefield monument area.
Wall of words The old monument has proved irresistible to many visitors over the years.
Wall of words
The old monument has proved irresistible to many visitors over the years.
Here he fell Sir Bevile Grenvile, a Cornish member of the House of Commons and staunch Royalist, brought his men to this plateau overlooking Bath in support of Lord Hopton. Having pushed back the Parliamentarian forces of  Sir William Waller, Grenvile was literally pole-axed in the ensuing conflict; his men carried him to the village of Cold Ashton but he succumbed to his injuries. Thereafter, the Royalist cause suffered not only from the loss of a great leader but also from the loss of morale of the Cornish fighters.

The monument here was constructed in 1720 and made of ashlar, which sadly has not lasted that well. It is now Grade II listed.
Here he fell
Sir Bevile Grenvile, a Cornish member of the House of Commons and staunch Royalist, brought his men to this plateau overlooking Bath in support of Lord Hopton. Having pushed back the Parliamentarian forces of Sir William Waller, Grenvile was literally pole-axed in the ensuing conflict; his men carried him to the village of Cold Ashton but he succumbed to his injuries. Thereafter, the Royalist cause suffered not only from the loss of a great leader but also from the loss of morale of the Cornish fighters. The monument here was constructed in 1720 and made of ashlar, which sadly has not lasted that well. It is now Grade II listed.
Lurking in the foliage Flush Bracket S 8361, residing in a private residence on the corner of Battlefield Lodge - see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2803951">ST7270 : Sharp turn at the lodge</a> for a view of the location on the road. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm18979" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm18979">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 the entry in the Benchmark Database.
Lurking in the foliage
Flush Bracket S 8361, residing in a private residence on the corner of Battlefield Lodge - see ST7270 : Sharp turn at the lodge for a view of the location on the road. See LinkExternal link for the entry in the Benchmark Database.
Sharp turn at the lodge Hidden by trees and the sign is Battlefield Lodge. On its corner is a Flush Bracket - see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2803945">ST7270 : Lurking in the foliage</a>.
Sharp turn at the lodge
Hidden by trees and the sign is Battlefield Lodge. On its corner is a Flush Bracket - see ST7270 : Lurking in the foliage.
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Brockham End is located at Grid Ref: ST7169 (Lat: 51.419266, Lng: -2.418432)

Unitary Authority: Bath and North East Somerset

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

What 3 Words

///names.rally.dices. Near Bitton, Gloucestershire

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Located within 500m of 51.419266,-2.418432
Barrier: kissing_gate
Lat/Long: 51.4183066/-2.421779
Barrier: kissing_gate
Lat/Long: 51.4150432/-2.4164328
Historic: monument
Lat/Long: 51.4216594/-2.4214763
Barrier: kissing_gate
Lat/Long: 51.4200996/-2.4191769
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 51.4209657/-2.4154493
Bench
Backrest: yes
Material: wood
Lat/Long: 51.4215531/-2.4151352
Golf: pin
Lat/Long: 51.4205921/-2.4140541
Golf: pin
Lat/Long: 51.4204422/-2.416445
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