The Lawns

Wood, Forest in Somerset Somerset West and Taunton

England

The Lawns

Woodland near Cushuish Looking across a sprouting winter cereal field from Cushuish Lane, here a restricted byway (T9/12, followed by the Quantock Greenway). The unnamed woods are around a steep little valley carrying a stream down towards Yarford.
Woodland near Cushuish Credit: Derek Harper

The Lawns in Somerset, also known as Wood or Forest, is a picturesque area renowned for its natural beauty and diverse ecosystem. Located in the southwestern region of England, it covers approximately 200 acres of land, making it an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

The Lawns boasts an impressive variety of trees and flora, including oak, beech, and pine, which create a dense and enchanting woodland atmosphere. The rich biodiversity of the area is further enhanced by the presence of several small streams and ponds, providing a habitat for various species of birds, insects, and aquatic life.

Visitors to The Lawns can enjoy a range of recreational activities, such as hiking, cycling, and birdwatching. The well-maintained trails meander through the forest, offering a peaceful and tranquil environment for exploration. The Lawns also features picnic areas and designated spots for nature observation, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the serene surroundings.

This natural haven is not only appreciated for its aesthetic appeal but also for its ecological significance. The Lawns plays a crucial role in conserving and protecting local wildlife and flora, serving as a valuable sanctuary for endangered species and rare plants.

With its idyllic setting and abundant natural resources, The Lawns in Somerset is a must-visit destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of nature. It offers a unique opportunity to reconnect with the environment, appreciate the wonders of the woodland, and experience the tranquility that can only be found in such a breathtaking natural landscape.

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The Lawns Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.078493/-3.1643529 or Grid Reference ST1831. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Woodland near Cushuish Looking across a sprouting winter cereal field from Cushuish Lane, here a restricted byway (T9/12, followed by the Quantock Greenway). The unnamed woods are around a steep little valley carrying a stream down towards Yarford.
Woodland near Cushuish
Looking across a sprouting winter cereal field from Cushuish Lane, here a restricted byway (T9/12, followed by the Quantock Greenway). The unnamed woods are around a steep little valley carrying a stream down towards Yarford.
Footpath in Buncombe Wood Broomfield footpath 3, which has climbed very steeply out of the head of the Kingston Stream valley, runs almost level through conifer woodland towards the Merridge Hill / Buncombe -  Cothelstone county road.
Footpath in Buncombe Wood
Broomfield footpath 3, which has climbed very steeply out of the head of the Kingston Stream valley, runs almost level through conifer woodland towards the Merridge Hill / Buncombe - Cothelstone county road.
Car park, Cothelstone Hill A good path leads up to the summit from here.
Car park, Cothelstone Hill
A good path leads up to the summit from here.
Ivyton Farm
Ivyton Farm
Secluded valley, near Ivyton Farm
Secluded valley, near Ivyton Farm
Ivyton Farm
Ivyton Farm
MacMillan Way West
MacMillan Way West
Old Milestone in Buncombe Wood, Broomfield Parish Carved stone post by the UC road, in parish of BROOMFIELD (SEDGEMOOR District), Buncombe Wood, on grass verge by road, on North side of road. Bridgewater modern, erected by the Bridgwater turnpike trust in the 19th century. 

Inscription reads:-
BRIDG-
WATER
7
MILES
Carved benchmark and rivet on top.

Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1058932
<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1058932" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1058932">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>

Milestone Society National ID: SO_BG07w.
Old Milestone in Buncombe Wood, Broomfield Parish
Carved stone post by the UC road, in parish of BROOMFIELD (SEDGEMOOR District), Buncombe Wood, on grass verge by road, on North side of road. Bridgewater modern, erected by the Bridgwater turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- BRIDG- WATER 7 MILES Carved benchmark and rivet on top. Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1058932 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: SO_BG07w.
Bishops Lydeard play Radstock in a Western League match The result was a defeat for the home side, by 1-3.
Bishops Lydeard play Radstock in a Western League match
The result was a defeat for the home side, by 1-3.
Bishops Lydeard play Radstock in a Western League match A rare attack, by the home side. Final score: 1-3.
Bishops Lydeard play Radstock in a Western League match
A rare attack, by the home side. Final score: 1-3.
Old Milestone, Cothelstone By Cothelstone Manor, Cothelstone. Metal plate attached to stone post by the UC road, in parish of COTHELSTONE (TAUNTON DEANE District), by entrance to Cothelstone Manor, in front of stone wall on grass verge, on North side of road. Harford iron plate, erected by the Bridgwater turnpike trust in the 18th century. The benchmark would have represented 315.2 ft Above Sea Level when the MS was situated on the opposite side of the road, hence the BM is not recorded in the OS database. 
An older image can be seen at <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6050694" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6050694">Link</a>

Inscription reads: 9 / Miles / to / Bridgewater / Harford & Co. Bristol.

Grade II Listed: 1059191 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1059191" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1059191">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>

Milestone Society National ID: SO_BG08w
Old Milestone, Cothelstone
By Cothelstone Manor, Cothelstone. Metal plate attached to stone post by the UC road, in parish of COTHELSTONE (TAUNTON DEANE District), by entrance to Cothelstone Manor, in front of stone wall on grass verge, on North side of road. Harford iron plate, erected by the Bridgwater turnpike trust in the 18th century. The benchmark would have represented 315.2 ft Above Sea Level when the MS was situated on the opposite side of the road, hence the BM is not recorded in the OS database. An older image can be seen at Link Inscription reads: 9 / Miles / to / Bridgewater / Harford & Co. Bristol. Grade II Listed: 1059191 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: SO_BG08w
Direction Sign – Signpost north of Bishops Lydeard village Located on the north side of a junction on Cothelstone Road north of the village in Bishops Lydeard parish. 3 arms and pyramid finial. See also <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5824731" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5824731">Link</a> and <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1602231" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1602231">Link</a>.

Milestone Society National ID: SO_ST1730
Direction Sign – Signpost north of Bishops Lydeard village
Located on the north side of a junction on Cothelstone Road north of the village in Bishops Lydeard parish. 3 arms and pyramid finial. See also Link and Link. Milestone Society National ID: SO_ST1730
Direction Sign – Signpost northeast of Bishops Lydeard village Located on the north side of a junction on Cothelstone Road northeast of the village in Bishops Lydeard parish. 4 arms and pyramid finial. See also <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5824819" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5824819">Link</a> and <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2885672" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/2885672">Link</a>.

Milestone Society National ID: SO_ST1730A
Direction Sign – Signpost northeast of Bishops Lydeard village
Located on the north side of a junction on Cothelstone Road northeast of the village in Bishops Lydeard parish. 4 arms and pyramid finial. See also Link and Link. Milestone Society National ID: SO_ST1730A
Direction Sign – Signpost at Park End, Broomfield Located at Park End on the northeast side of the junction on Cothelstone Road in Broomfield parish. 3 arms and pyramid finial. See also <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5813136" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5813136">Link</a> and <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1140340" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1140340">Link</a>.

Milestone Society National ID: SO_ST1833C
Direction Sign – Signpost at Park End, Broomfield
Located at Park End on the northeast side of the junction on Cothelstone Road in Broomfield parish. 3 arms and pyramid finial. See also Link and Link. Milestone Society National ID: SO_ST1833C
Old Milestone by Cothelstone Manor, Cothelstone parish Metal plate attached to stone post by the UC road, in parish of COTHELSTONE (TAUNTON DEANE District), by entrance to Cothelstone Manor, in front of stone wall on grass verge, on North side of road. Harford iron plate, erected by the Bridgwater turnpike trust in the 18th century. 

Inscription reads:-
9
Miles
to
Bridgewater
Maker:-
Harford & Co. Bristol.

Grade II Listed. 
List Entry Number: 1059191 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1059191" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1059191">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>

Milestone Society National ID: SO_BG08w.
Old Milestone by Cothelstone Manor, Cothelstone parish
Metal plate attached to stone post by the UC road, in parish of COTHELSTONE (TAUNTON DEANE District), by entrance to Cothelstone Manor, in front of stone wall on grass verge, on North side of road. Harford iron plate, erected by the Bridgwater turnpike trust in the 18th century. Inscription reads:- 9 Miles to Bridgewater Maker:- Harford & Co. Bristol. Grade II Listed. List Entry Number: 1059191 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: SO_BG08w.
Bishop’s Lydeard: near Wimple’s Copse Blackberry hedge in the lane between Fennington and Seven Ash, with the Quantock range beyond
Bishop’s Lydeard: near Wimple’s Copse
Blackberry hedge in the lane between Fennington and Seven Ash, with the Quantock range beyond
Woodland near Cothelstone Hill
Woodland near Cothelstone Hill
Cushuish crossroads
Cushuish crossroads
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The Lawns is located at Grid Ref: ST1831 (Lat: 51.078493, Lng: -3.1643529)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Somerset West and Taunton

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.078493,-3.1643529
Cothelstone
Place: hamlet
Population: 111
Wikidata: Q950715
Wikipedia: en:Cothelstone
Lat/Long: 51.079717/-3.166264
Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: wall
Ref: TA4 134
Royal Cypher: GR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102273
Lat/Long: 51.0785173/-3.1689923
Historic: milestone
Inscription: 9 Miles to Bridgewater
Note: Yes: uses the extra 'e' version of Bridgwater
Lat/Long: 51.0786239/-3.1688151
Barrier: kissing_gate
Bicycle: no
Foot: yes
Lat/Long: 51.0784816/-3.1690859
Brand: National Grid
Brand Wikidata: Q1465461
Material: wood
Operator: National Grid Electricity Distribution
Operator Old: Western Power Distribution
Operator Wikidata: Q7988183
Owner: National Grid Electricity Distribution (South West) Plc
Owner Wikidata: Q114397866
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.0783599/-3.1668158
Brand: National Grid
Brand Wikidata: Q1465461
Material: wood
Operator: National Grid Electricity Distribution
Operator Old: Western Power Distribution
Operator Wikidata: Q7988183
Owner: National Grid Electricity Distribution (South West) Plc
Owner Wikidata: Q114397866
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.0803289/-3.1647433
Brand: National Grid
Brand Wikidata: Q1465461
Guyed: yes
Material: wood
Operator: National Grid Electricity Distribution
Operator Old: Western Power Distribution
Operator Wikidata: Q7988183
Owner: National Grid Electricity Distribution (South West) Plc
Owner Wikidata: Q114397866
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.0779611/-3.16821
Brand: National Grid
Brand Wikidata: Q1465461
Material: wood
Operator: National Grid Electricity Distribution
Operator Old: Western Power Distribution
Operator Wikidata: Q7988183
Owner: National Grid Electricity Distribution (South West) Plc
Owner Wikidata: Q114397866
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.0797058/-3.1646775
Brand: National Grid
Brand Wikidata: Q1465461
Guyed: yes
Material: wood
Operator: National Grid Electricity Distribution
Operator Old: Western Power Distribution
Operator Wikidata: Q7988183
Owner: National Grid Electricity Distribution (South West) Plc
Owner Wikidata: Q114397866
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.0789897/-3.1646396
Brand: National Grid
Brand Wikidata: Q1465461
Material: wood
Operator: National Grid Electricity Distribution Plc
Operator Old: Western Power Distribution
Operator Wikidata: Q7988183
Owner: National Grid Electricity Distribution (South West) Plc
Owner Wikidata: Q114397866
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.0778166/-3.1699757
Badger Copse
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 51.0815961/-3.1593972
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