Chilton Trinity

Settlement in Somerset Sedgemoor

England

Chilton Trinity

Hallicks Farm Credit: Adrian and Janet Quantock

Chilton Trinity is a small village located in the county of Somerset, England. Situated approximately 3 miles north-west of the town of Bridgwater, it falls within the Sedgemoor district. The village is surrounded by picturesque countryside, with the River Parrett running to its north.

The origin of the name "Chilton Trinity" is believed to come from the Old English words "cild," meaning child, and "tun," meaning farm or settlement. This suggests that the village was once a settlement associated with children, possibly a place where young people were educated or cared for.

Chilton Trinity is primarily a residential area, with a mix of old and new houses. The village has a close-knit community and a friendly atmosphere. It offers a peaceful and tranquil environment for its residents, away from the hustle and bustle of larger towns.

The village has a few amenities to cater to the needs of its residents, including a village hall and a local pub. For more extensive shopping and entertainment options, residents can easily access the nearby town of Bridgwater.

Nature enthusiasts can enjoy the beautiful countryside surrounding Chilton Trinity, with numerous walking and cycling routes available in the area. The village also benefits from its proximity to the Quantock Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, which offers stunning landscapes and outdoor activities.

Overall, Chilton Trinity is a charming village that provides a peaceful and idyllic setting for its residents, while still offering easy access to nearby amenities and natural beauty spots.

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Chilton Trinity Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.148684/-3.005803 or Grid Reference ST2939. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Hallicks Farm

Adrian and Janet Quantock

Perry Green Lake Fishing Pond

Adrian and Janet Quantock

Dairy House Farm

Adrian and Janet Quantock

End of the track [2]

Ken Grainger

End of the track [3]

The road north from Perry Green becomes a muddy track, which then becomes a path to Hallicks Farm.

Ken Grainger

Trees and pylons

This is near to where the line from Hinckley Point power station crosses the road north from Perry Green. Taken from just east of the crossing point, near the start of the footpath to Chilton Trinity.

Ken Grainger

Roadside drain [1]

Ken Grainger

Roadside drain [2]

Ken Grainger

Dunball Wharf

Taken from Starland Outfall on the River Parrett.

Adrian and Janet Quantock

The Admiral's Table

This substantial bar/hotel/restaurant/carvery has a prominent position on the A38 just south of junction23 of the M5. The admiral in question is Admiral Blake who is one of Bridgwater's most famous sons.

Barbara Cook

Dunball Wharf in early evening

This small industrial wharf on the River Parrett estuary north of Bridgwater was once part of the Bristol & Exeter Railway and later the Great Western Railway. the rails have long since gone but it is still used to handle building materials and animal feedstuffs. A public footpath runs through the site.

Robin Jones

Dunball Sand Wharf

Part of the Port of Bridgwater, this small tidal wharf is operated by Hanson Aggregates and sees about 70 ship movements each year. "Arco Dart" navigated the serpentine R. Parrett, at high Spring tide, with a cargo of sand dredged from Culver Sands in the Bristol Channel. To the right is Dunball Clyce where the King's Sedgemoor Drain flows into the river.

Rabbi WP Thinrod

The Balmoral docks at Dunball Wharf

The Balmoral prepares to dock at The Dunball Wharf for a trip down the River Parrett to Lundy Island

Brian Roberts

M.V. Balmoral

M.V. Balmoral approaches Dunball Wharf prior to picking up passengers for a cruise to Lundy Island via Ilfracombe.

Mac Hawkins

Bank of the River Parrett near Dunball

View south along the river bank just west of Dunball. This is close to the western edge of the square and the opposite banks are in ST2941.

Nigel Mykura

River Parrett near Dunball

View south (upstream) along the river bank near Dunball. The river here goes through some very tight bends just before it empties into the Bristol Channel.

Nigel Mykura