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c13th hilltop church fabulous views over the Blackmore Vale

A good example of a 14th century church that has had little alteration over the last 500 years.

Great views southwest across the Somerset Levels from this little hill on the edge of Cucklington. The viewpoint is at about 135m high and there is a bench to stop and take a break.

Looks nasty to climb up but coming down is so much fun!

You may need to push up this.

You might start looking at estate agent websites after meandering around Cucklington as the village and its views are jaw-dropping. Apart from far-reaching views of the patchwork countryside, you'll find a magnificent 13th-century church here too. Located between Gillingham and Wincanton, there are plenty of footpaths and lanes leading to this charming place.

It's not every day that you come across a thatched church. This wonderful little building was constructed in 1921. It was the idea of Alfred Manger, who owned the land and wanted to provide a closer church for local parishioners. Manger died in 1917 but his family carried out his wish and had the church built in memory of those who lost their lives in the First World War.

This pretty, old mill was built in 1886 and ground flour. It sits next to the River Stour and, although its now a residential house, it retains a working waterwheel and the original baker's oven. While this is a private home, the Stour Valley Way passes by and it's hard to not be enrapt by its exquisite surroundings.