This is striking and very beautiful church is found in the heart of Yeovil. The Grade I-listed church was built in the 14th century and retains many original features. There is some impressive stained glass within the church too, including a depiction of a lone Judas with a dark halo.

Somerset_gone_wild

April 4, 2022

Hiking

Situated in the heart of Yeovil town centre, the church stands over a large grass area,nicknamed the “beach”… Many people can be seen with picnics, or watching the world going by, in spring and summer.

There are a number of local cafes connected to this area, and Octagon theatre & Nine springs country park is a small walk away.

In the know? Log-in to add a tip for other adventurers!

Nearby routes

Best routes near Church of St John the Baptist, Yeovil

4.0

(1)

hikers

1. Monarch's Way and Ninesprings Loop

4.19km

01:10

80m

Hike an easy 2.6-mile (4.2 km) loop through Yeovil Country Park, combining the historic Monarch's Way with scenic Ninesprings trails.

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Easy

4.4

(7)

hikers

2. The Hundred Stone – Summerhouse Hill loop from Yeovil

16.3km

04:18

140m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Moderate

4.5

(2)

hikers

3. Summerhouse Hill – Ninesprings Café loop from Yeovil

10.2km

02:43

120m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Moderate

Details

Informations

Elevation 50 m

Weather

Today

Saturday 21 March

15°C

2°C

0 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 12.0 km/h

Most visited during

January

February

March

April

May

June

July

August

September

October

November

December

See nearby routes

Take Me There

Location: Yeovil, South Somerset, Somerset, South West England, England, United Kingdom

Other Popular Places to Check Out

Sutton Bingham Reservoir

Whitcombe Medieval Village Site

Beacon Hill Viewpoint

The Fish Tower

View from Cadbury Castle

Hollow Lane

View from Ham Hill

St Michael's Tower on St Michael's Hill

Sheep and Lambs in Montacute

Rope Swing and Riverside Picnic Spot

Whitcombe Deserted Medieval Settlement

Glastonbury Tor

Church of St John the Baptist, Yeovil

1. Monarch's Way and Ninesprings Loop

2. The Hundred Stone – Summerhouse Hill loop from Yeovil

3. Summerhouse Hill – Ninesprings Café loop from Yeovil

Other Popular Places to Check Out

Sign up or log in to keep exploring this route

We value your privacy ⛰️

We value your privacy ⛰️