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Dene Hill Brake

Wood, Forest in Somerset Somerset West and Taunton

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Dene Hill Brake

Kingston St Mary: Fennington Farm Looking north-north-east towards quite a sizeable farm complex
Kingston St Mary: Fennington Farm Credit: Martin Bodman

Dene Hill Brake, located in Somerset, England, is a picturesque woodland area known for its natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere. Situated in the heart of a dense forest, this enchanting hill offers visitors a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

The hill is covered in a diverse range of trees, including oak, beech, and pine, which create a dense and lush canopy overhead. The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of vibrant wildflowers during the spring and summer months, adding a splash of color to the surroundings.

Dene Hill Brake is a popular destination for nature enthusiasts and hikers, as it offers a variety of walking trails that wind through the woodland, providing opportunities to observe the local flora and fauna. Visitors may catch a glimpse of foxes, deer, and a variety of bird species that call this forest their home.

The hill also boasts stunning panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. On a clear day, visitors can see for miles, taking in the rolling hills and picturesque landscapes that Somerset is renowned for.

For those seeking a peaceful retreat, Dene Hill Brake offers several secluded picnic areas, where visitors can relax and enjoy the tranquility of the woods. The area is also a haven for photographers, with countless opportunities to capture the beauty of nature in all its glory.

Overall, Dene Hill Brake in Somerset is a hidden gem, offering a haven of peace and natural beauty to all who visit.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.078812/-3.1548392 or Grid Reference ST1931. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Kingston St Mary: Fennington Farm Looking north-north-east towards quite a sizeable farm complex
Kingston St Mary: Fennington Farm
Looking north-north-east towards quite a sizeable farm complex
Sheep and Buncombe Wood The southern end of the Quantock Hills.
Sheep and Buncombe Wood
The southern end of the Quantock Hills.
Muddy track at Buncombe Wood Also a public right of way.
Muddy track at Buncombe Wood
Also a public right of way.
The southern end of the Quantock Hills, near Kingston St. Mary Taken from the road to Ivyton Farm.
The southern end of the Quantock Hills, near Kingston St. Mary
Taken from the road to Ivyton Farm.
Tetton House A very secluded house, not visible from any public road. Photo taken from a public footpath across Tetton Park.
Tetton House
A very secluded house, not visible from any public road. Photo taken from a public footpath across Tetton Park.
Approaching Raswell House Bridleway 4/31, followed by the Macmillan Way West and the Quantock Greenway, drops to cross the road from Buncombe Hill to Kingston St Mary at Raswell House.
Approaching Raswell House
Bridleway 4/31, followed by the Macmillan Way West and the Quantock Greenway, drops to cross the road from Buncombe Hill to Kingston St Mary at Raswell House.
Road above Raswell The road from Kingston St. Mary crosses the northeast corner of the square as it pursues the side of the Kingston Steam valley and approaches Buncombe Hill, where it will climb through Buncombe Wood (background, largely in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/ST2132">ST2132</a> here). Taken from Bridleway 4/31 - see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1129484">ST2131 : Approaching Raswell House</a>.
Road above Raswell
The road from Kingston St. Mary crosses the northeast corner of the square as it pursues the side of the Kingston Steam valley and approaches Buncombe Hill, where it will climb through Buncombe Wood (background, largely in ST2132 here). Taken from Bridleway 4/31 - see ST2131 : Approaching Raswell House.
Quantock Greenway The Way follows bridleway 4/31 (also followed by the Macmillan Way West) up a sunken section to meet Cushuish Lane. This is close to the spot from where <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1129487">ST2031 : Road above Raswell</a> was taken.
Quantock Greenway
The Way follows bridleway 4/31 (also followed by the Macmillan Way West) up a sunken section to meet Cushuish Lane. This is close to the spot from where ST2031 : Road above Raswell was taken.
Countryside near Ivyton Farm A view from a gateway on Cushuish Lane. A valley drops from the farm (just off to the right) down the southern slopes of the Quantock Hills.
Countryside near Ivyton Farm
A view from a gateway on Cushuish Lane. A valley drops from the farm (just off to the right) down the southern slopes of the Quantock Hills.
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.
The Pines cafe A spot for refreshments at a little col in the eastern Quantocks. Seen from the lane approaching from Broomfield. The principal road runs along a ridge between Enmore and Cothelstone Hill. Roads drop on either side to Kingston St Mary (left) and Nether Stowey (right).
The Pines cafe
A spot for refreshments at a little col in the eastern Quantocks. Seen from the lane approaching from Broomfield. The principal road runs along a ridge between Enmore and Cothelstone Hill. Roads drop on either side to Kingston St Mary (left) and Nether Stowey (right).
Junction at the Pines Café
Junction at the Pines Café
Field north of Buncombe Wood A field on the upper slopes of the Quantocks, with woods on either side of it. Buncombe Wood is ahead on the crest of the hills. View from the Samaritans Way South West as it follows Bridleway BW 30/30.
Field north of Buncombe Wood
A field on the upper slopes of the Quantocks, with woods on either side of it. Buncombe Wood is ahead on the crest of the hills. View from the Samaritans Way South West as it follows Bridleway BW 30/30.
The Pines Cafe, Timbercombe
The Pines Cafe, Timbercombe
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.
Fingerpost, The Pines The fingerposts around the Quantock hills, have acquired a triangular location sign.
Fingerpost, The Pines
The fingerposts around the Quantock hills, have acquired a triangular location sign.
Buncombe Wood Woodland surrounds the Pines crossroads.
Buncombe Wood
Woodland surrounds the Pines crossroads.
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Dene Hill Brake is located at Grid Ref: ST1931 (Lat: 51.078812, Lng: -3.1548392)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: Somerset West and Taunton

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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