Charlton

Settlement in Somerset Mendip

England

Charlton

Part of the town centre in Shepton Mallet The old pub here is sadly closed and the town has a slightly run down feel to it, which I hadn&#039;t expected. Other parts of the town centre were more vibrant, so quite why I took this shot I do not know. — Part of the town centre in Shepton Mallet Credit: Jeremy Bolwell

Charlton is a small village located in the county of Somerset, in southwestern England. Situated approximately 4 miles east of Shepton Mallet, it is nestled within the picturesque Mendip Hills. The village is surrounded by rolling countryside and offers stunning views of the Somerset Levels to the south.

With a population of around 500 residents, Charlton is a close-knit community that exudes a charming and peaceful atmosphere. The village is characterized by traditional stone cottages, some dating back to the 17th century, which add to its historic appeal. The local parish church, St. John the Baptist, is a notable landmark and dates back to the 13th century.

Despite its small size, Charlton boasts a range of amenities for its residents. The village has a primary school, a village hall, and a local pub, providing a hub for social gatherings. Additionally, it offers convenient access to nearby towns, including Shepton Mallet and Wells, where residents can find a wider range of services and amenities.

The countryside surrounding Charlton is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, with an array of walking and cycling routes to explore. The village is also within close proximity to popular attractions such as the historic city of Bath, the iconic Glastonbury Tor, and the mystical Cheddar Gorge.

Overall, Charlton offers a tranquil and idyllic setting, making it a desirable location for those seeking a peaceful village lifestyle amidst the natural beauty of Somerset.

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Charlton Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.185612/-2.527371 or Grid Reference ST6343. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Part of the town centre in Shepton Mallet

The old pub here is sadly closed and the town has a slightly run down feel to it, which I hadn't expected. Other parts of the town centre were more vibrant, so quite why I took this shot I do not know.

Jeremy Bolwell

Houses on Church Lane Doulting

At the far end of the house on the right is a small structure housing an old hand pump which was the supply of fresh water for the village . A bit further away is St Aldhelms well which is a much larger spring and the source of the River Sheppey.

Nigel Mykura

Old Water Pump in Doulting

The pump handle of this pump is now locked. It has an undated brass plate in memory of Scot Pike.

Nigel Mykura

Water Pump in Doulting (detail)

This shows the Brass memorial plate in memory of Scot Pike

Nigel Mykura

Horse Paddock on Bodden Lane

A small paddock on the edge of this tiny hamlet with a pair of windswept ponies.

Nigel Mykura

Bodden Lane

Bodden Lane runs south from the small hamlet of Boddeen downhill to the town of Shepton Mallet

Nigel Mykura

Farm Buildings at Higher Farm

Higher Farm is the most northerly of the farms located at the hamlet of Bodden just north east of Shepton Mallet.

Nigel Mykura

A Wet Day on the Fosse Way

The route of the old Roman road can be clearly seen at this point and the track that now runs on this route is an ORPA. Other route with public access.

Nigel Mykura

Shepton Mallet - Market Cross

Colin Park

Shepton Mallet - view N along High St

Colin Park

Sunrise clouds, Shepton Mallet

If ever the maxim "red sky in the morning, shepherds' warning" proved apt it was on this day. A little later heavy snow set in. The sun was actually rising off to the right.

Derek Harper

Commercial Road, Shepton Mallet

Seen at sunrise across the crossroads with Old market Road and Rectory Road. On the left is the grade II* listed Anglo Trading Estate building Link

(1864), also shown at most of the images at Link . On the right is No 24 Commercial Road (1840), described at Link

. Commercial Road is the A371.

Derek Harper

Town Street, Shepton Mallet

Most of the buildings on the west side of the street, shown here in the light of sunrise, are listed. On the immediate right are numbers 13-15 Link

, with next door but one by numbers 7 and 9 Link

Derek Harper

Alleyway, Town Street, Shepton Mallet

Rather blurred in the uncertain dawn light, this shows the eastern of two listed archways Link

: "Archway to East c1600. Connecting wall and archway to West c1800. Both of dressed stone. Archway to East opening directly onto Town Street has 4-centred head, quirked-ogee mouldings, and spandrels".

Derek Harper