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List of Best Things to do in Taunton, United Kingdom (UK)
Vivary Park
The Willows & Wetlands Visitor Centre
The Museum of Somerset
The Cooper Associates County Ground
The Brewhouse Theatre & Arts Centre
St Mary Magdelene Church
Somerset Towpath
Quantock Trekking
Hestercombe Gardens
Bishops Lydeard mill
Bishops Lydeard Mill 27.05.12
Bishops Lydeard Mill on 27.05.12 is now a working mill after extensive restoration. Located in the Vale of Taunton Deane, Bishops Lydeard is a small village near the market town of Taunton. There were originally two mills in the village, Higher and Lower, supplying the area with flour. This is an excellent example of an overshot waterwheel it has been renovated over the past few years and was officially opened by the town Mayor on Saturday 10th May 2003.
Places to see in ( Taunton - UK )
Places to see in ( Taunton - UK )
Taunton is the county town of Somerset, England. Taunton has over 1,000 years of religious and military history, including a monastery dating back to the 10th century and Taunton Castle, which has origins in the Anglo Saxon period and was later the site of a priory. The Normans then built a stone structured castle, which belonged to the Bishops of Winchester. The current heavily reconstructed buildings are the inner ward, which now houses the Museum of Somerset and the Somerset Military Museum.
Taunton is undergoing a regeneration project with redevelopment of the town centre. Taunton has various transport links which support its central role in economy and commerce. These have included the Grand Western Canal which reached Taunton in 1839 and arrival of the railway in 1842.
Taunton is the site of Musgrove Park Hospital and Somerset County Cricket Club's County Ground and is home to 40 Commando, Royal Marines. Central Taunton is part of the annual West Country Carnival circuit. It hosts the Taunton flower show, which has been held in Vivary Park since 1866. The United Kingdom Hydrographic Office is located on Admiralty Way.
Alot to see in ( Taunton - UK ) such as :
Museum of Somerset
Somerset Cricket Museum
Taunton Castle
Fyne Court
Wellington Monument, Somerset
Bakelite Museum
Vivary Park
Castle Neroche
Wellington Park
Tone Dale House
Victoria Park
Thurlbear Wood and Quarrylands
Poundisford Park
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Taunton Visitor Centre
Now based in the western wing of the landmark Market House, the Taunton Visitor Centre is the place to go to make the most of your time in Taunton Deane. The county town has plenty to offer from individual boutiques to historic architecture, modern dining to unspoilt views across the Blackdown Hills and the Quantock Hills (both Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty). Taunton offers a wide mix of activities, attractions and events - we can’t wait to help you plan the perfect trip!
UK: Class 42 diesel-hydraulic ‘Warship’ D821 leaves Watchet station towards Bishops Lydeard
West Somerset Railway (WSR): Class 42 diesel-hydraulic ‘Warship’ D821 Greyhound leaves Watchet station towards Bishops Lydeard working the 15:00 Minehead to Bishops Lydeard.
Clip recorded 11th June 2010 during the lines diesel gala.
The Post-War BR Modernisation Plan called for the introduction of a range of Diesel locomotives. Although the majority were diesel electric, the Western Region at Swindon developed the B-B diesel-hydraulic Class 42 ‘Warship’ class (all bar two of the class being named after Royal Naval vessels). D821 is one of two preserved examples of the 38 originally built.
D821 Greyhound was outshopped from BR Swindon Works in May 1960, and served mainly at Plymouth Laira with brief spells at Newton Abbot. While in service D821 carried various liveries including green, maroon and blue. She was withdrawn from service in December 1972, with more than 1 million miles of main line working.
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Watchet is a harbour town, civil parish and electoral ward in the English county of Somerset, with a population of 3,785.[1] It is situated 15 miles (24 km) west of Bridgwater, 15 miles (24 km) north-west of Taunton, and 9 miles (14 km) east of Minehead.
Adjacent to the harbour is Watchet station. This is now an intermediate stop on the West Somerset Railway, a largely steam-operated heritage railway that links Bishops Lydeard, near Taunton, with Minehead. The station was first opened on 31 March 1862 when the West Somerset Railway was opened from Norton Junction. The station was built as a terminus, as part of the commercial aim of the WSR was to provide a wider and cheaper distribution route for goods from the then major port of Watchet. On 16 July 1874 the line was extended westwards by the Minehead Railway Company, with an industrial railway siding provided at the same time into the Wansbrough Paper Mill. Nationalisation in 1948 saw the GWR become the Western Region of British Railways. Freight traffic was withdrawn on 6 July 1964 and passenger trains on 4 January 1971. The station was reopened by the new West Somerset Railway on 28 August 1976.
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The West Somerset Railway (WSR) is a 22.75-mile (36.6 km) heritage railway line in Somerset, England.
It originally opened in 1862 between Taunton and Watchet. In 1874 it was extended from Watchet to Minehead by the Minehead Railway. Although just a single track, improvements were needed in the first half of the twentieth century to accommodate the significant number of tourists that wished to travel to the Somerset coast. The line was closed by British Rail in 1971 and reopened in 1976 as a heritage line.
It is the longest standard gauge independent heritage railway in the United Kingdom. Services normally operate over just the 20.5 miles (33.0 km) between Minehead and Bishops Lydeard. During special events some trains continue a further two miles (3.2 km) to Norton Fitzwarren where a connection to Network Rail allows occasional through trains to operate onto the national network.
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Taunton, Somerset
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Taunton Priorswood to Town Centre Commute
Why sit in traffic when you can cycle to town without going on main roads at all in just 11 minutes?
I'll be posting videos of everyday cycling in Taunton, Somerset. Why?
Firstly, to encourage people with underused bikes to get them out of the shed and use them. A lot of people simply don't know about many of the cycling facilities in town, so I'll use this site to show you.
Secondly, to highlight where improvements are needed, whether it is poor surfaces, dodgy junctions, or bad signage. I'll ask Somerset County Council to action these.
First up is a video of the cycleroute from Priorswood to the Town Centre, all off main roads and taking just 11 minutes at a steady pace (about 14mph).
Why not give it a try? It's a lot quicker and cheaper than driving and parking or catching the bus.
Note at 4:44 there is now a new cycleroute direct to the railway station.
Note at 4:56 there is a left turn down onto the canal towpath leading to Maidenbrook and Nerrols and the Crown Industrial Estate, and further on to Bathpool.
Note at 5:07 there is a left turn onto a shared use path alongside the River Tone leading to Hankridge.
A few points worth noting for SCC:
The surface under and between the two underpasses (Obridge and especially Toneway) was poor, but has recently been resurfaced. But, the surface of the Victoria Parkway (7:08) underpass and eastern approach to it remains dreadful!
At the junction of the path after the Toneway underpass with the road (6:13), it is not obvious which way the cycleroute goes. A town centre right sign would help.
The cyclists dismount sign on the contraflow section (9:15) is pointless. The road coming from the left is clearly marked give way. Cyclists should have right of way here. The surface and detailing of the contraflow section, particularly the pavement section, is poor.
UK: Class 45 diesel (45041) departs from Watchet on the West Somerset Railway
UK: Class 45 diesel loco (45041) departs from Watchet on the West Somerset Railway working the 2020 Minehead to Bishops Lydeard. Clip recorded 8th June 2018 at the WSR's 2018 diesel gala.
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The West Somerset Railway (WSR) is a 22.75-mile (36.6 km) heritage railway line in Somerset, England. The freehold of the track and stations is owned by Somerset County Council; the railway is leased to and operated by West Somerset Railway plc (WSR plc); which is supported and minority owned by charitable trust the West Somerset Railway Association (WSRA). The WSR plc operates services using both heritage steam and diesel trains. It originally opened in 1862 between Taunton and Watchet. In 1874 it was extended from Watchet to Minehead by the Minehead Railway. Although just a single track, improvements were needed in the first half of the twentieth century to accommodate the significant number of tourists that wished to travel to the Somerset coast. The line was closed by British Rail in 1971 and reopened in 1976 as a heritage line. It is the longest standard gauge independent heritage railway in the United Kingdom. Services normally operate over just the 20.5 miles (33.0 km) between Minehead and Bishops Lydeard. During special events some trains continue a further two miles to Norton Fitzwarren where a connection to Network Rail allows occasional through trains to operate onto the national network.
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Watchet is a harbour town, civil parish and electoral ward in the English county of Somerset, with a population of 3,785. It is situated 15 miles (24 km) west of Bridgwater, 15 miles (24 km) north-west of Taunton, and 9 miles (14 km) east of Minehead. Adjacent to the harbour is Watchet station. This is now an intermediate stop on the West Somerset Railway, a largely steam-operated heritage railway that links Bishops Lydeard, near Taunton, with Minehead. The station was first opened on 31 March 1862 when the West Somerset Railway was opened from Norton Junction. The station was built as a terminus, as part of the commercial aim of the WSR was to provide a wider and cheaper distribution route for goods from the then major port of Watchet. On 16 July 1874 the line was extended westwards by the Minehead Railway Company, with an industrial railway siding provided at the same time into the Wansbrough Paper Mill. Nationalisation in 1948 saw the GWR become the Western Region of British Railways. Freight traffic was withdrawn on 6 July 1964 and passenger trains on 4 January 1971. The station was reopened by the new West Somerset Railway on 28 August 1976.
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The British Rail Class 45 also known as the Sulzer Type 4 diesel locomotives were built by British Rail at their Derby and Crewe Works between 1960 and 1962. Along with the similar Class 44 and 46 locomotives, they became known as Peaks.
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Exploring an abandoned MENTAL ASYLUM! And Abandoned Slaughter House! Part 1
Hey my names jake and i love to explore!
Today i went to an old abandoned slaughter house and couldnt get in so went to sandhill park an old mental asylum!
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Drive in taunton!
Drive in taunton!
Photo memories of the early West Somerset Railway
Been scanning our old 35mm slides and found a few from the late 1970s of the WSR which may be of some interest.
Music from 'Sovereign' - Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Luttrell Arms, Dunster, Somerset
Situated in the heart of Dunster, this famous landmark Exmoor hotel, dates from the 13th century and has spectacular medieval features and picturesque gardens. Today’s atmosphere is relaxed, informal and unique and the comfortable bars are open all day serving local ales, carefully chosen wines and a selection of tempting menu items for breakfast, lunches and dinners.
SANDHILL HOSPITAL FINAL CHAPTER
Sandhill Hospital, Situated in the South West of England in Bishops Lydeard Somerset. Abandoned for some years and has been an awesome place to explore, Sadly some mindless *wats set fire to it.
Episode 2 - Sandhill Park Hospital, Somerset
We conducted three separate investigations of Sandhill Park during July 2009, Here are our three investigations.
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Places to see in ( Dunster - UK )
Places to see in ( Dunster - UK )
Dunster is a village, civil parish and former manor within the English county of Somerset, today just within the north-eastern boundary of the Exmoor National Park. It lies on the Bristol Channel coast 2.5 miles (4 km) south-southeast of Minehead and 20 miles (32 km) northwest of Taunton.
Iron Age hillforts testify to occupation of the area for thousands of years. The village grew up around Dunster Castle which was built on the Tor by the Norman warrior William I de Moyon (d. post 1090) shortly after the Norman Conquest of 1066. The Castle is mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086. From that time it was the caput of the Feudal barony of Dunster. The Castle was remodelled on several occasions by the Luttrell family who were lords of the manor from the 14th to 20th centuries. The benedictine Dunster Priory was established in about 1100. The Priory Church of St George, dovecote and tithe barn are all relics from the Priory.
The village became a centre for wool and cloth production and trade, of which the Yarn Market, built by George Luttrell (d.1629), is a relic. There existed formerly a harbour, known as Dunster Haven, at the mouth of the River Avill, yet today the coast having receded is now about 0.5 miles (0.80 km) from the village and no sign of the harbour can be seen on the low lying marshes between the village and the coast. Dunster has a range of heritage sites and cultural attractions which combine with the castle to make it a popular tourist destination with many visitors arriving on the West Somerset Railway, a heritage railway running from Minehad to Bishops Lydeard. The village lies on the route of the Macmillan Way West, Somerset Way and Celtic Way Exmoor Option.
Dunster is mentioned as a manor and Dunster Castle as belonging to William I de Moyon (alias de Moion, also de Mohun) in the 1086 Domesday Book. After the Norman conquest of England in the 11th century, he constructed a timber castle on the site as part of the pacification of Somerset. A stone shell keep was built on the motte by the start of the 12th century, and the castle survived a siege during the early years of the Anarchy. At the end of the 14th century the de Mohuns sold the castle to the Luttrell family, who continued to occupy the property until the late 20th century.
Dunster Castle was positioned on a steep, 200-foot (61 m) high hill. Geologically, the hill is an outcrop of Hangman Grits, a type of red sandstone. During the early medieval period the sea reached the base of the hill, close to the mouth of the River Avill, offering a natural defence and making the village an inland port. Nearby is the Dunster Park and Heathlands Site of Special Scientific Interest noted for nationally important lowland dry heath, dry lowland acid grassland, wood-pasture with veteran trees and ancient semi-natural oak woodland habitats.
Dunster, in Exmoor National Park, has many listed buildings including 200 Grade II, two Grade I and two Grade II*. The 17th century Yarn Market is a market cross which was probably built in 1609 by the Luttrell family who were the local lords of the manor to maintain the importance of the village as a market, particularly for wool and cloth. Nearby was an older cross known as the Butter Cross which was constructed in the late 14th or early 15th century and once stood in the High Street.
Other notable buildings include the Nunnery, Dunster Watermill, Dovecote and the Priory barn, which belonged to Dunster Priory. Dunster Working Watermill (also known as Castle Mill) is a restored 18th century watermill, situated on the River Avill, close to Gallox Bridge, in the grounds of Dunster Castle. It is a Grade II* listed building. Conygar Tower is a folly used as a landmark for shipping. It is at the top of Conygar Hill and overlooks the village. It is a circular, 3 storey tower built of red sandstone, situated on a hill overlooking the village. Dunster Doll Museum houses a collection of more than 800 dolls from around the world.
Dunster railway station is on the West Somerset Heritage Railway, though the station is over a mile from the village. The station was opened on 16 July 1874 by the Minehead Railway. Road access is via the A39 and A369. The nearest international airports would be those at Exeter or Bristol.
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Taunton floods 21 November 2012
Taunton floods 21 November 2012. French weir park, Longrun meadow, Vivary Park, Town bridge and Goodlands gardens
Snow from Winnersh, UK Office
It snowed almost 6 inches today
BUTLEIGH HOSPITAL ghost hunt
some of the activity we got at butleigh hospital
Dunster Village Somerset.
Dunster is a village, civil parish and former manor within the English county of Somerset, today just within the north-eastern boundary of the Exmoor National Park. It lies on the Bristol Channel coast 2.5 miles (4km) south-southeast of Minehead and 20 miles (32km) northwest of Taunton. The United Kingdom Census of 2011 recorded a parish population of 817.
Iron Age hillforts testify to occupation of the area for thousands of years. The village grew up around Dunster Castle which was built on the Tor by the Norman warrior William I de Moyon (d. post 1090) shortly after the Norman Conquest of 1066. The Castle is mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086. From that time it was the caput of the Feudal barony of Dunster. The Castle was remodelled on several occasions by the Luttrell family who were lords of the manor from the 14th to 20th centuries. The benedictine Dunster Priory was established in about 1100. The Priory Church of St George, dovecote and tithe barn are all relics from the Priory.
The village became a centre for wool and cloth production and trade, of which the Yarn Market, built by George Luttrell (d.1629), is a relic. There existed formerly a harbour, known as Dunster Haven, at the mouth of the River Avill, yet today the coast having receded is now about 0.5 miles (0.80km) from the village and no sign of the harbour can be seen on the low lying marshes between the village and the coast. Dunster has a range of heritage sites and cultural attractions which combine with the castle to make it a popular tourist destination with many visitors arriving on the West Somerset Railway, a heritage railway running from Minehad to Bishops Lydeard.
The village lies on the route of the Macmillan Way West, Somerset Way and Celtic Way Exmoor Option.
Film location of Agatha Christie's Poirot The Cornish Mystery (1990).