Aller

Settlement in Somerset South Somerset

England

Aller

Flats fields, and a railway line out there somewhere Credit: Rob Purvis

Aller is a small village located in the county of Somerset, England. It is situated approximately 5 miles southwest of the town of Langport and around 10 miles northwest of Yeovil. The village is nestled within the picturesque Somerset Levels, a low-lying area renowned for its wetlands and rich agricultural land.

Aller boasts a history dating back to the medieval period, with the village mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086. The village is home to several historic buildings, including the Grade II listed Aller Court and Aller Farmhouse, which showcase traditional Somerset architecture.

With a population of around 400 residents, Aller maintains a close-knit community atmosphere. The village offers basic amenities, including a village hall, a primary school, and a local pub, providing a focal point for social gatherings. The local church, St. Andrew's, also serves as a significant landmark and cultural hub for the community.

The surrounding countryside offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities, such as walking and cycling. Aller is located near the River Parrett, allowing residents and visitors to enjoy fishing and boating in the area. The nearby Ham Hill Country Park provides stunning views of the surrounding landscape and is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts.

Overall, Aller offers a tranquil and idyllic setting, with its rich history, charming architecture, and proximity to the stunning Somerset Levels making it an attractive place to live or visit.

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Aller Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.059184/-2.8580182 or Grid Reference ST3929. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Flats fields, and a railway line out there somewhere

Rob Purvis

Lane heading towards Wick

Rob Purvis

Port Moor

Part of the Somerset Levels, where all the lines you see are one sort of ditch or another. Looking north towards Aller Hill ST4029 This photo was taken from the 1158 Penzance to London Paddington train, having left Taunton at 1529.

Graham Horn

Coy Orchard Tilting Weir

Nick Chipchase

River Parrett near Aller

Nick Chipchase

Monk's Leaze Clyse on River Parrett

Nick Chipchase

Middlemoor from Combe

Nick Chipchase

River Parrett from Aller Hill

Nick Chipchase

The Old Pound Inn at Aller

Nick Chipchase

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St Andrew's church and farm at Aller

Liz Martin

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The Old Pound Inn

Liz Martin

Aller Ridge

Looking south westwards onto the Somerset Levels with the River Parrett in the distance

Liz Martin

Monk's Leaze Clyce on the River Parrett

This sluice regulates the flow of water in the River Parrett. It is used to retain water in the summer and to help control flooding in the winter.

Liz Martin

Oath

Cottages and an old chimney of a withy boiler, on the banks of the River Parrett

Liz Martin

Aller Wood

View from the A372 near Beer Corner.

Patrick Mackie

Allerdrove Rhyne

This runs beside Aller Drove on the right, which divides North Moor from Aller Moor and connects Pathe to Aller across this narrow stretch of the Somerset Levels. Seen from the junction with Leazeway Drove.

Derek Harper

Rhyne at Longstone

This continuation of Black Withies Rhyne bends at Longstone to run beside Aller Drove, the lane on the right. In the distance are buildings at Aller, and Aller Hill.

Derek Harper

Middle Moor

A view from the A372 just outside Aller across part of the Somerset levels towards the River Parrett. The field to the right of the zigzagging hedge is shown on the 1:10000 map as an orchard, but on no others (including the 1940 1" map).

Derek Harper

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Aller is located at Grid Ref: ST3929 (Lat: 51.059184, Lng: -2.8580182)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: South Somerset

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset