Callow Hill

Settlement in Somerset Mendip

England

Callow Hill

Junction, Godney See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2065537">ST4942 : Lane junction at Godney</a>, with a different view of the junction.
Junction, Godney Credit: Derek Harper

Callow Hill is a small village located in the county of Somerset, England. Situated near the town of Shepton Mallet, it is nestled in the picturesque Mendip Hills, offering residents and visitors stunning views of the surrounding countryside.

The village is renowned for its natural beauty and tranquility, making it an ideal destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat. With its charming stone cottages, narrow lanes, and well-maintained gardens, Callow Hill exudes a quintessential English village atmosphere.

One of the notable landmarks in Callow Hill is St. Michael's Church, a historic place of worship dating back to the 12th century. The church's architectural features, including its Norman doorway and medieval stained glass windows, attract both locals and tourists interested in history and heritage.

Callow Hill benefits from its proximity to the larger town of Shepton Mallet, which provides essential amenities such as schools, shops, and healthcare facilities. The village itself also boasts a few local businesses, including a traditional pub and a village store, catering to the needs of its residents.

The surrounding countryside offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities, with numerous walking and cycling trails winding through the mesmerizing landscape. Additionally, the nearby Mendip Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty provides access to stunning limestone caves, such as Wookey Hole, and breathtaking viewpoints like Cheddar Gorge.

Overall, Callow Hill is a charming village that combines natural beauty, historical significance, and a sense of community. It is an inviting place for those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle and an appreciation for the English countryside.

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Callow Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.197032/-2.713986 or Grid Reference ST5044. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Junction, Godney See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2065537">ST4942 : Lane junction at Godney</a>, with a different view of the junction.
Junction, Godney
See also ST4942 : Lane junction at Godney, with a different view of the junction.
Godney Drove Running across the levels between Godney and Bleadney, becoming Yeap's Drove further north. It's starting to rain heavily.
Godney Drove
Running across the levels between Godney and Bleadney, becoming Yeap's Drove further north. It's starting to rain heavily.
Hurn Drove The oak tree to the right of the camera provides welcome shelter while donning a raincoat as the heavens have opened. This is at the junction of Tripps, Yeap's, Godney and Hurn Droves.
Hurn Drove
The oak tree to the right of the camera provides welcome shelter while donning a raincoat as the heavens have opened. This is at the junction of Tripps, Yeap's, Godney and Hurn Droves.
Towards Shott's Farm A rainswept corner of the levels, seen from Hurn Drove.
Towards Shott's Farm
A rainswept corner of the levels, seen from Hurn Drove.
Junction of droves near Hurn Farm The unusually winding route of the lanes is determined by the circuitous course of the River Sheppey, just to the right. Left here is Leaze Drove; right is Ashmoor Drove. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1863987">ST4944 : Turning for Bleadney</a> shows the junction from the opposite side. It's raining steadily, which explains the water on the lens in spite of best efforts to keep it dry.
Junction of droves near Hurn Farm
The unusually winding route of the lanes is determined by the circuitous course of the River Sheppey, just to the right. Left here is Leaze Drove; right is Ashmoor Drove. ST4944 : Turning for Bleadney shows the junction from the opposite side. It's raining steadily, which explains the water on the lens in spite of best efforts to keep it dry.
Ashmoor Drove A large tree offers a chance to dry the lens (see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2589582">ST4944 : Junction of droves near Hurn Farm</a>) while the rain continues. Across the levels in Longstring Farm at the foot of Yarley Hill.
Ashmoor Drove
A large tree offers a chance to dry the lens (see ST4944 : Junction of droves near Hurn Farm) while the rain continues. Across the levels in Longstring Farm at the foot of Yarley Hill.
Field near Henton Looking up the slopes of Yarley Hill from the B3139 east of Henton.
Field near Henton
Looking up the slopes of Yarley Hill from the B3139 east of Henton.
Ripple Farm A farmhouse on the B3139 at the east end of Henton.
Ripple Farm
A farmhouse on the B3139 at the east end of Henton.
Yeap's Drove, Westhay Moor
Yeap's Drove, Westhay Moor
View from Godney Drove, looking south east
View from Godney Drove, looking south east
Christ Church, Henton
Christ Church, Henton
Flow Measuring Station on River Sheppey The River Sheppey is a significant watercourse on this part of the Somerset Levels, taking water from the foot of the Mendips at Wells, meandering around Godney and into the rhynes that feed the River Brue. 
The Environment Agency monitor the river flow and can thus predict flooding: data available at <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk/homeandleisure/floods/riverlevels/riverstation.aspx?StationId=3054&RegionId=5&AreaId=9&CatchmentId=19" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk/homeandleisure/floods/riverlevels/riverstation.aspx?StationId=3054&RegionId=5&AreaId=9&CatchmentId=19">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>
Flow Measuring Station on River Sheppey
The River Sheppey is a significant watercourse on this part of the Somerset Levels, taking water from the foot of the Mendips at Wells, meandering around Godney and into the rhynes that feed the River Brue. The Environment Agency monitor the river flow and can thus predict flooding: data available at LinkExternal link
Pasture on Yeap's Drove With bent gate. Looking northeast over part of Godney Moor. Google Earth imagery from 2009 shows that these drains had been recently cleared, with bare banks, and an unbent gate.
Pasture on Yeap's Drove
With bent gate. Looking northeast over part of Godney Moor. Google Earth imagery from 2009 shows that these drains had been recently cleared, with bare banks, and an unbent gate.
Pasture from Yeap's Drove Looking east across one of the many low-lying fields in the area separated by drains.
Pasture from Yeap's Drove
Looking east across one of the many low-lying fields in the area separated by drains.
Entering Bleadney On the B3139.
Entering Bleadney
On the B3139.
B3139 towards Henton
B3139 towards Henton
HENTON, Somerset Christ Church is a Victorian structure.
HENTON, Somerset
Christ Church is a Victorian structure.
The Road down to Godney The Somerset Levels near to Wells can at time be quite desolate. Features in this particular area are straight roads (not here though), with much subsidence; drainage ditches and open fields. This picture was taken on a frosty morning.
The Road down to Godney
The Somerset Levels near to Wells can at time be quite desolate. Features in this particular area are straight roads (not here though), with much subsidence; drainage ditches and open fields. This picture was taken on a frosty morning.
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Callow Hill is located at Grid Ref: ST5044 (Lat: 51.197032, Lng: -2.713986)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Mendip

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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