Wookey Hole by krzysiek73
Wookey Hole
Wookey Hole, nestled in the heart of the Mendip Hills in Somerset, England, is a picturesque village that boasts of both historic charm and natural beauty. While the village itself exudes an old-world allure with its traditional stone-built houses and winding lanes, it’s the stunning landscape that surrounds it that truly captures the heart. Lush green hills, dense woodlands, and the gentle flow of the River Axe provide an idyllic backdrop, making it a favorite among both nature enthusiasts and those looking for a peaceful retreat.
Although Wookey Hole village offers a serene atmosphere, it cannot be mentioned without a nod to its most famous attraction: the Wookey Hole Caves. These magnificent subterranean chambers have fascinated both locals and tourists for centuries, with tales of witches, stunning rock formations, and underground rivers. While the cave system plays a significant role in drawing visitors, it’s important to remember that the village itself, with its unique blend of history and natural beauty, offers its own enchanting experience. Those planning to dive deep into the mysteries of the caves should also ensure they take the time to wander the streets of Wookey Hole and soak in its tranquil ambiance.
Wookey Hole is in Mendip Hills AONB, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Created: 11 August 2023 Edited: 29 November 2023
Wookey Hole
Local History around Wookey Hole
There are some historic monuments around including:
Charterhouse lead worksBowl barrow 130m west of St Lawrence's ChurchBowl barrow 450m south-east of Red Quar FarmBowl barrow 550m south east of Brimble Pit Pool: one of a group of round barrows north and east of Foxhills WoodBowl barrow 260m east of Templedown FarmBowl barrow 400m south of RookhamBowl barrow 430m northwest of King Down FarmThree of the Priddy Circles and one barrow, 400m west of Castle FarmBowl barrow 350m northeast of Cheddar Head FarmBowl barrow 430m southwest of King Down FarmBowl barrow 500m north of East WaterBowl barrow 470m south east of Southfield FarmThree bowl barrows at Green Ore, two 150m south east and one 420m south west of Newlands FarmOutlook CaveBowl barrow 70m northwest of Hill ViewBowl barrow 400m north of Stoke WoodsWestbury Beacon, a bell barrow 720m west of Brimble Pit PoolBishop's palaceBrowne's GateBowl barrow 380m south east of BeechbarrowBowl barrow 450m southwest of Fernhill FarmBowl barrow 750m southwest of Dale FarmBowl barrow 400m southwest of Moor ViewFive bowl barrows 500m north west of Cuckoo Cleeves: part of the Stock Hill round barrow cemeteryRowberrow: a bowl barrow 40m north of Hill ViewBowl barrow 590m south-east of Charterhouse Warren FarmBowl barrow 410m northeast of Bristol Plain FarmFenny Castle Cross: a medieval wayside cross 20m north west of Castle Farm, CastleGlastonbury lake villageBowl barrow 340m east of Templedown FarmBowl barrow 420m north of Stoke WoodsBowl barrow, 455m west of Brimble Pit PoolLong barrow 370m south-south-east of Castle FarmBowl barrow 390m northeast of Bristol Plain FarmBowl barrow 170m south-east of Hunter's Lodge InnBowl barrow 600m north of Rookham PlantationBowl barrow 850m south of Townsend FarmBishop's tithe barnBowl barrow 420m east of Bristol Plain FarmSt Cuthbert's and Chewton lead mines and Fair Lady WellTwo round barrows SE of Castle of Comfort InnBowl barrow 310m southeast of Eastwater FarmBowl barrow 300m southwest of Moor ViewBowl barrow 150m southwest of King Down FarmBowl barrow 870m southwest of Charterhouse Warren FarmBowl barrow 340m north-east of Wellington FarmBowl barrow 70m west of Rowberrow FarmBowl barrow 365m south west of Ubley Warren FarmBowl barrow 70m northeast of King Down FarmBowl barrow 600m east of Priddy Hill FarmGroup of seven round barrows 380m east of East Water Drove (Part of Priddy Nine Barrows Cemetery)Bowl barrow 900m south west of Bristol Plain Farm: part of a group of round barrows south and south west of Bristol Plain FarmKing's Castle enclosures, Iron Age defended settlementBowl barrow on Stock Hill: part of the Stock Hill round barrow cemeteryLong barrow 600m east north east of Brimble Pit PoolBowl barrow 430m north east of Stoke WoodsDisc barrow 610m northeast of Drove CottageFenny Castle: a motte and bailey castleBowl barrow 300m west of Newlands FarmRhinoceros Hole, WookeyRound barrow cemetery 470m and 400m north of Pen Hill FarmBowl barrow 90m northeast of Hill ViewBowl barrow 610m northwest of Whitestown FarmBowl barrow 870m southwest of Dale FarmBarrow, 350m east of Harptree LodgeBowl barrow 850m south of Bristol Plain Farm: part of a linear round barrow cemeteryBowl barrow on Stock Hill: part of the Stock Hill round barrow cemeteryBowl barrow 510m south east of Lodmore FarmRound barrows in and near Wright's PieceThree bowl barrows in Big Plantation, 690m south west of BeechbarrowLinear barrow cemetery comprising six bowl barrows 510m south west of Townsend FarmPriddy Glebe Barrow: a bowl barrow 25m north of St. Lawrence's ChurchBowl barrow 460m east of Charterhouse Warren FarmPair of bowl barrows 405m east of East Water Drove (Part of Priddy Nine Barrows Cemetery)Westbury village crossRoman building 270m north east of Priddy churchBowl barrow 850m southeast of Bristol Plain FarmBowl barrow 230m north west of Hunter's Lodge InnBadger Hole, WookeyRound barrows SW of Cleeve's PlantationPriddy Circle and barrow cemetery 400m north of Castle of Comfort InnBowl barrow 180m west of Ubley Warren FarmDeserted medieval hamlet E of DraycottBowl barrow 770m south of Townsend FarmBowl barrow 330m north of Stoke WoodsBowl barrow in the garden of BeechbarrowDeserted medieval farmstead and field system NW of Ebbor WoodBowl barrow 435m north west of Ivy CottageBowl barrow 250m northeast of King Down FarmBowl barrow 450m north west of Harptree LodgeBowl barrow 20m northwest of Whitestown FarmBowl barrow 570m south east of Lodmore FarmBowl barrow 520m south-east of Red Quar FarmGroup of round barrows 750m north west of Ivy CottageBowl barrow 320m east of Lodmore FarmBowl barrow 700m south of Bristol Plain Farm: part of a linear round barrow cemeteryBowl barrow 730m southeast of Bristol Plain FarmLong barrow, round barrow and cairn on Pen HillBowl barrow 380m south east of Southfield FarmBishop's Palace ruined portions, walls and well houseHenge 370m north east of Drove CottageBowl barrow 570m south east of Southfield FarmRound barrow 1435m SE of Miners' Arms InnBowl barrow 760m southeast of Bristol Plain FarmFour round barrows SE of Miners' Arms Inn, Chewton Rabbit WarrenBowl barrow 800m south of Townsend FarmBowl barrow 180m southwest of Yoxter FarmBowl barrow 570m west of Newlands FarmBowl barrow 650m northeast of Higher Pitts FarmTwo bowl barrows 350m south of Brimble Pit Pool: part of a group of round barrows north and east of Foxhills WoodBowl barrow 550m south of Bristol Plain Farm: part of a linear round barrow cemeteryBowl barrow 550m south east of Southfield FarmBowl barrow 810m southeast of Bristol Plain FarmBowl barrow, 540m west of Brimble Pit PoolBowl barrow 820m south of Bristol Plain Farm: part of a linear round barrow cemeterySavory's HolePair of bowl barrows 640m south of Bristol Plain Farm: part of a linear round barrow cemeteryEarly Christian settlement and monastic site at Marchey FarmBowl barrow 490m north west of Pen Hill FarmTwo bowl barrows 850m south east of Brimble Pit Pool: part of a group of round barrows north and east of Foxhills WoodBowl barrow 350m north west of Harptree LodgeWestbury Camp, slight univallate hillfort, 750m north of Stokewood CottageStow Barrow : a bowl barrow 700m southwest of Haydon Grange FarmBowl barrow 400m southeast of Wellington FarmBracelet CaveBowl barrow 300m south west of Harptree LodgeAshen Hill barrow cemetery: a group of eight round barrows 500m southeast of Harptree LodgeBowl barrow 450m east of Bristol Plain Farm.
