Combe Down Wood

Wood, Forest in Somerset Somerset West and Taunton

England

Combe Down Wood

Somerset County Council fingerpost in Combe Florey parish SCC fingerpost condition in January 2022, prior to refurbishment which is due in the Summer of 2022. Located at the Combe Florey-Ash Priors crossroads on the B3224. — Somerset County Council fingerpost in Combe Florey parish Credit: Marika Reinholds

Combe Down Wood is a picturesque woodland located in Somerset, England. Spanning over an area of approximately 20 acres, this enchanting forest is a haven for nature enthusiasts and hikers alike. It is situated on the southern slope of Combe Down, a village near Bath, and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside.

The wood is predominantly composed of ancient deciduous trees, including oak, beech, and ash, which provide a rich and diverse habitat for a wide range of flora and fauna. The forest floor is carpeted with bluebells in the spring, creating a vibrant and colorful atmosphere.

Combe Down Wood boasts a well-maintained network of walking trails, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace. The paths wind their way through the woodland, leading to hidden clearings, babbling brooks, and peaceful ponds. Along the way, visitors may encounter various wildlife species such as deer, foxes, and numerous bird species, making it a perfect spot for birdwatching.

In addition to its natural beauty, Combe Down Wood is also steeped in history. It has been a popular recreational area for locals for centuries and was once used as a source of timber for the nearby city of Bath. Today, it is managed by a local conservation organization to ensure its preservation and protection.

Overall, Combe Down Wood offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, providing visitors with a chance to connect with nature and immerse themselves in the beauty of the Somerset countryside.

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Combe Down Wood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.076101/-3.2378366 or Grid Reference ST1331. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Somerset County Council fingerpost in Combe Florey parish

SCC fingerpost condition in January 2022, prior to refurbishment which is due in the Summer of 2022. Located at the Combe Florey-Ash Priors crossroads on the B3224.

Marika Reinholds

Somerset County Council fingerpost - on the B3224 at the Ash Priors - Combe Florey Crossroads

This fingerpost was refurbished in July 2022 as part of the Somerset County Council fingerpost restoration project. Repainting was undertaken by 2 volunteers working on behalf of Combe Florey parish Council which provided the paints and materials.

Marika Reinholds

Direction Sign - Signpost on the B3224 south of Lydeard St Lawrence

Located on the west side of the junction of the B3224 and the minor road north to the village in Lydeard St Lawrence parish. 4 arms and pyramid finial. See also Link. Milestone Society National ID: SO_ST1231A

J Dowding

Direction Sign â Signpost near Gaulden Manor

Located on the northeast side of a T junction southeast of Gaulden Manor and west of Handy Cross in Lydeard St Lawrence parish. 4 arms, 1 missing, and pyramid finial. See also Link. Milestone Society National ID: SO_ST1131

J Dowding

Ordnance Survey Cut Mark

This OS cut mark can be found on the porch of St Peter's Church. It marks a point 80.164m above mean sea level.

Adrian Dust

Chapel Leigh Trig Pillar

View of Quantock Hills from the summit. More details about the trig point can be found at Link

Roger Templeman

Converted lime kiln near Ash Priors

Nick Chipchase

Chapel Leigh

Nick Chipchase

Chapel Leigh Farmhouse

Roger Cornfoot

Halse : Countryside Scenery

Looking towards a pylon in a field.

Lewis Clarke

Nethercott Bridge

The bridge carries the West Somerset Railway high above the quiet hamlet of Nethercott...

Steve Edge

Combe Florey: village street

The street leads to Combe Florey church, the Old Manor House and on to a junction with the A358 Taunton-Minehead road. The village was home to the writer Evelyn Waugh, who died in 1966

Martin Bodman

Combe Florey: the West Somerset Railway near Nethercott

Locomotive 9351 on a demonstration freight train from Bishop’s Lydeard to Williton. Note – a Photographer’s Lineside Pass has to be obtained from the WSR office at Minehead for access to railway property other than the trains and stations

Martin Bodman

Railway Cutting near Trebles Holford

Steve Edge

Combe Florey: West Somerset Railway at Nethercott

5553 heads a demonstration freight train on this heritage line. Note: a Photographer’s Lineside Pass has to be obtained from the railway’s office at Minehead for shots such as this on railway property

Martin Bodman