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Posh coffee at the Queens Arms

The weir has a bench, spaces to park vehicles and situated next to many trail paths.

Though my bike is in the way, you have to trust me. Exceptional views to be seen from here

Victorian Additions: Major rebuilding occurred in the 19th century. The south wall of the nave was extended to create a new south aisle and porch in 1852, and the chancel was rebuilt in 1881. Wall Paintings: The church features 16th and 18th-century wall paintings, including a mural painting of the Creed and the Lord's Prayer above the chancel arch, dating from Queen Anne's reign (1665-1714). Rood-Loft Stairway: There is a rood-loft stairway on the northern side of the chancel arch, which would have led to a rood loft stretching across the chancel arch, typically holding figures of the Cross, St Mary the Virgin, and St John the Baptist. Consecration Crosses: Traces of Consecration Crosses, traditionally incised into churches during the Middle Ages as visible signs of dedication, can be found on either side of the oak screen below the west gallery (from the Charles I period). Stained Glass: While much of the stained glass is 19th-century, there is one small piece of medieval glass in a north aisle window. The east window of the chancel has a good example of William Morris factory stained glass.

Splendid 15th-Century Tower: A prominent feature of the church is its impressive 15th-century tower, which can be seen for miles around and is considered by some to be the finest example in Dorset. Norman Remnants: While largely 15th-century in its present form, the church retains an intriguing lone Norman pier decorated with scallops and masks in the north arcade, indicating a substantial building on the site from that early period. A 12th-century font bowl also survives. Coffered Nave Roof: The nave boasts a richly coffered roof from about 1520 with carved panels. Hussey Chapel: The north transept was incorporated into a north chapel, now known as the Hussey Chapel, named after one of Marnhull's prominent families. This chapel contains the Carent tomb, an alabaster effigy of a knight with his two wives, dated 1450. The somewhat mutilated state of the effigies is thought to be due to thieves stealing alabaster to make dies for coins.

St Gregory's Church in Marnhull, Dorset, is a truly remarkable and historically significant parish church. It's a Grade I listed building and plays a central role in the life of the large rural village. Here's a detailed look at St Gregory's Church: Ancient Roots: The church's origins are deeply rooted in history, with construction beginning around 1150 AD on the site of a former Saxon church. The first Rector was appointed about 100 years later. Expansion Over Centuries: The church has evolved over many centuries. What is now the Hussey Chapel (housing the Carent tomb) dates back to 1250. A north aisle, bell tower, and in the Victorian era (around 1850), a new south aisle and chancel were added. Thomas Hardy Connection: St Gregory's holds a literary connection, being one of the locations for Thomas Hardy's novel Tess of the D'Urbervilles. The churchyard is where Tess's baby, Sorrow, was buried, and her attendance at a service is described in the book. Continuous Worship: Despite its age, St Gregory's remains an active place of worship with a reasonably sized congregation and is spiritually significant to a wider community who attend major festivals.

c13th hilltop church fabulous views over the Blackmore Vale

One of the 'Camelot Churches' of South Somerset and has been a Grade II* listed building since 1961.  Largely dates from c13th and c15th. Much restored in the 1850s and 1870s. c18th poet and satirist Charles Churchill was at one time curate at South Cadbury

If you have time, try to walk around the Hill Fort! Cadbury Castle is a Bronze and Iron Age hillfort associated with King Arthur's legendary court at Camelot. The site was reused by the Roman forces and again from c. 470 until some time after 580. In the c11th century, it temporarily housed a Saxon mint. Evidence of various buildings at the site has been unearthed, including a "Great Hall", round and rectangular house foundations, metalworking, and a possible sequence of small rectangular temples or shrines

In the parish of Chilton Cantelo, Somerset | c13th, Grade 1. Interior includes Jacobean furnishings. Box pews and pulpit with a tester from the c17th Although lacking a tower, it has a rare ‘lantern’ bellcote, likely added in the late 15th or early c16th One of only 6 churches in England dedicated to this Spanish Saint The recent dating of the treble bell (1290) makes it quite a remarkable piece quite possibly one of the oldest still hanging in England.

The Church of St. Vincent, a petite structure with origins dating back to 1189-1280, displays charming Hamstone accents and is crowned by a clay tile roof. Its walls are constructed from lias rubble. Remarkably, the church doesn't possess a tower; rather, it boasts an uncommon 'lantern' bellcote, thought to have been appended in the late 15th or early 16th century. In 1878, the church underwent a restoration process.

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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.

Dog friendly pub with outdoor seating serving Italian food. Open Tue-Fri evenings from 5.30pm. Sunday 12-3pm, then evening from 5.30.

The boundary where Somerset and Dorset meet also marks a network of beautiful rolling country lanes.

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.

Bring a camera if you can.

St Vincent's is a pretty parish church that dates to the 13th century. The Grade I-listed building retains some original architectural features, as well as many additions from the 14th and 15th centuries. The interior includes box pews, pulpit and an octagonal font from the 1600s.

Really tiny historic chapel that has been converted into a small cafe. Independently run by a really friendly, community minded woman named Rose. Incredibly cheap prices and really lovely home made cake. The cafe is really secluded although there isn't anywhere obviously secure to leave a bike. Take a mini lock for peace of mind if you do cycle over. At time of writting opening times are Wednesday to Saturday 11am-4pm.