This attractive church nestles in peaceful surroundings on the outskirts of East Coker. Whilst the church is 12th century in origin, much of what you see dates to the 15th century and the central tower was rebuilt in 1790 after it was deemed unsafe. The church is Grade II-listed.

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“The church is noted as the resting place of the poet T. S. Eliot whose ashes were interred in 1965.”

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July 27, 2025

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There is a footpath from the church, through the fields towards Sutton Bingham Reservoir

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1. East Coker to Hardington Mandeville loop

14.3km

03:49

170m

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2. Plague Memorial, East Coker – Helyar Almshouses loop from East Coker

4.96km

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70m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Plague Memorial, East Coker – Helyar Almshouses loop from East Coker

6.56km

01:47

90m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 90 m

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Location: East Coker, South Somerset, Somerset, South West England, England, United Kingdom

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St Michael's Church, East Coker

1. East Coker to Hardington Mandeville loop

2. Plague Memorial, East Coker – Helyar Almshouses loop from East Coker

3. Plague Memorial, East Coker – Helyar Almshouses loop from East Coker

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