Stoke sub Hamdon

Civil Parish in Somerset South Somerset

England

Stoke sub Hamdon

Disused quarry on Ham Hill — Disused quarry on Ham Hill Credit: David Martin

Stoke sub Hamdon is a civil parish located in the county of Somerset, England. It is situated about 5 miles southwest of Yeovil and is part of the South Somerset district. The parish covers an area of approximately 2.5 square miles.

The village of Stoke sub Hamdon is nestled in the picturesque landscape of the Ham Hill Country Park. This park is known for its stunning natural beauty and is a popular destination for both locals and tourists alike. The park offers a variety of outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and birdwatching, with its extensive network of trails and paths.

The village itself has a rich history, dating back to Roman times. It is home to the remains of a Roman villa, which can still be seen today. The village also boasts a beautiful 15th-century church, St. Mary's, which is a notable architectural gem in the area.

Stoke sub Hamdon has a close-knit community and offers a range of amenities and services to its residents. These include a primary school, a village hall, a post office, and several shops and pubs. The village also hosts various events throughout the year, including a summer fete and a Christmas market.

Overall, Stoke sub Hamdon is a charming and idyllic village, surrounded by stunning countryside and steeped in history. It offers a peaceful and rural lifestyle while still providing easy access to nearby towns and amenities.

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Stoke sub Hamdon Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.95359/-2.749573 or Grid Reference ST4717. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Disused quarry on Ham Hill

Disused quarry on Ham Hill

View from Ham Hill

View from Ham Hill

View towards Norton Sub Hamdon

View towards Norton Sub Hamdon

Buildings and parking at Cartgate picnic area on the A303

Buildings and parking at Cartgate picnic area on the A303

Parking at Cartgate picnic area

Parking at Cartgate picnic area

Summer Evening, Bower Hinton, Somerset

Summer Evening, Bower Hinton, Somerset

St. Mary the Virgin, Stoke sub Hamdon, Somerset Built c1100, the original Norman church did not include the North and South transepts or the porch. It is thought that the North transept was built c1190 with the South transept, tower and porch being added in the early part of the 14th-century.

St. Mary the Virgin, Stoke sub Hamdon, Somerset

Built c1100, the original Norman church did not include the North and South transepts or the porch. It is thought that the North transept was built c1190 with the South transept, tower and porch being added in the early part of the 14th-century.

St. Mary the Virgin, Stoke sub Hamdon, Somerset Built c1100, the Chancel and Nave formed the original Norman church.

St. Mary the Virgin, Stoke sub Hamdon, Somerset

Built c1100, the Chancel and Nave formed the original Norman church.

St. Mary the Virgin, Stoke sub Hamdon, Somerset Built c1100, the Chancel and Nave formed the original Norman church.

St. Mary the Virgin, Stoke sub Hamdon, Somerset

Built c1100, the Chancel and Nave formed the original Norman church.

St. Mary the Virgin, Stoke sub Hamdon, Somerset The Font - late 12th or early 13th Century. The inserted stone at the top replaced the original lock, which allowed the cover to be secure enough to protect the Holy water.

St. Mary the Virgin, Stoke sub Hamdon, Somerset

The Font - late 12th or early 13th Century. The inserted stone at the top replaced the original lock, which allowed the cover to be secure enough to protect the Holy water.

Cartgate Lodge cafÃ©, A303, Yeovil

Cartgate Lodge cafÃ©, A303, Yeovil

Artwork, Cartgate Lodge cafÃ©, A303, Yeovil

Artwork, Cartgate Lodge cafÃ©, A303, Yeovil

Artwork, Cartgate Lodge cafÃ©, A303, Yeovil

Artwork, Cartgate Lodge cafÃ©, A303, Yeovil

South Somerset Visitor Information Centre, A303, Yeovil

South Somerset Visitor Information Centre, A303, Yeovil

South Somerset Visitor Information Centre, A303, Yeovil

South Somerset Visitor Information Centre, A303, Yeovil

Tribute to Edward Gladstone Hebditch, A303, Yeovil

Tribute to Edward Gladstone Hebditch, A303, Yeovil

Forest area, Cartgate Picnic Area, A303, Yeovil

Forest area, Cartgate Picnic Area, A303, Yeovil

Cartgate Picnic Area Although just named a picnic area, this is effectively a service area without a fuel station.

Cartgate Picnic Area

Although just named a picnic area, this is effectively a service area without a fuel station.

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Stoke sub Hamdon is located at Grid Ref: ST4717 (Lat: 50.95359, Lng: -2.749573)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: South Somerset

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 50.95359,-2.749573

Stoke-sub-Hamdon

Place: village

Wikidata: Q3122563

Wikipedia: en:Stoke-sub-Hamdon

Lat/Long: 50.9539757/-2.7501133

Hamdon Hill War Memorial

Historic: memorial

Memorial: war_memorial

Start Date: 1923

Lat/Long: 50.9528551/-2.7458867

Turning Circle

Lat/Long: 50.9521483/-2.7513438

View Guide

Tourism: information

Lat/Long: 50.9523239/-2.7465173

Bench

Lat/Long: 50.9515044/-2.7462598

Pub

Fleur de Lis

Wikidata: Q26410560

Lat/Long: 50.9530451/-2.7510106

The Shop at the Cross

Shop: convenience

Lat/Long: 50.9533604/-2.7503311

Post Box

Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:15; Sa 11:45

Operator: Royal Mail

Operator Wikidata: Q638098

Post Box Type: wall

Ref: TA14 74

Royal Cypher: GVIR

Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102169

Lat/Long: 50.9535836/-2.7499717

Post Box

Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:00; Sa 09:30

Operator: Royal Mail

Operator Wikidata: Q638098

Post Box Type: wall

Ref: TA14 90

Royal Cypher: GVIR

Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102169

Lat/Long: 50.9555533/-2.7480321

Barrier: cycle_barrier

Lat/Long: 50.9557237/-2.7482354

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 50.9567849/-2.7537014

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 50.956095/-2.7537706

Power: pole

Lat/Long: 50.9554899/-2.7538433

Pharmacy

Day Lewis Pharmacy

Addr City: Stoke-sub-Hamdon

Addr Country: GB

Addr County: Somerset

Addr Postcode: TA14 6QE

Addr Street: Matt's Lane

Brand: Day Lewis Pharmacy

Brand Wikidata: Q62563772

Dispensing: yes

Drive Through: no

Healthcare: pharmacy

Is In: Hamdon Medical Centre

Opening Hours: Mo-We 08:30-18:30, Th 08:30-17:00, Fr 08:30-18:30, Sa 09:00-12:00

Lat/Long: 50.951372/-2.7520456

Post Office

Stoke-sub-Hamdon Post Office

Addr City: Stoke-sub-Hamdon

Addr Country: GB

Addr County: Somerset

Addr Housename: The Shop at the Cross

Addr Housenumber: 6

Addr Postcode: TA14 6PP

Addr Street: High Street

Addr Village: Stoke Sub Hamdon

Brand: Post Office

Brand Wikidata: Q1783168

Brand Wikipedia: en:Post Office Ltd

Contact Website: https://www.postoffice.co.uk/branch-finder/6054706/stoke-sub-hamdon

Opening Hours: Mo,Fr 09:00-12:00; Th 13:00-16:00

Operator: Post Office Ltd

Ref Pol Id: 115990

Lat/Long: 50.9533094/-2.7504193

Ham Hill

Ele: 121

Natural: peak

Wikidata: Q5643844

Wikipedia: en:Ham Hill, Somerset

Lat/Long: 50.9519375/-2.7452822

Booth: K6

Covered: booth

Disused Amenity: telephone

Man Made: telephone_box

Lat/Long: 50.9526838/-2.7521904

Leisure: playground

Lat/Long: 50.95292/-2.7523764

Advertising: board

Lat/Long: 50.9529899/-2.7516111

The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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