Somerset Collection (page 4)

Landacre Bridge and the River Barle, Exmoor National Park, Somerset, England. Spring (June) 2011

The Village, Wedmore, Somerset
The Village, Wedmore, near Cheddar, Somerset, England. Date: 1910s

Fore Street, Chard, Somerset
Fore Street, Chard, near Ilminster, Somerset, England. Date: 1910s

Hallatrow Station and Signalbox, Somerset, c. 1940s
A view of Hallatrow Station and Signalbox in Somerset, c.1940s. The station opened in September 1873 at High Littleton, about a mile north of the village of Hallatrow

Camerton Station, Somerset, c. 1900
A view of Camerton Station in Somerset, c.1900, showing the station building and the single platform. Camerton station opened in March 1882 and closed to passengers in September 1925

W Somerset Maugham
William Somerset Maugham (1874 - 1965), English author and master of short stories. (Photo by Sasha/Getty Images)

Maugham Plays Bridge
27th November 1953: English novelist William Somerset Maugham (1874-1965), the guest of honour at a bridge party at Crockfords Club, contemplates his hand

Advertisement for Charles Baker & Co.s Stores Ltd. - Gentlemen & Boys high-class clothing & outfitting - " Opened to keep pace with the Civil Service Stores" circa 1890s

Castle Cary Station, Somerset, c. 1910
A view of Castle Cary Station in Somerset, c.1910, showing the footbridge linking the platforms and a number of passengers on the platforms with trains at the station

Castle Cary Station, Somerset, c. 1950s
A view of Castle Cary Station in Somerset, c.1950s, taken from the footbridge overlooking the platforms and station buildings. The station opened in 1856 on the Reading-Taunton Line

Milverton Station, Somerset, c. 1950s
A quiet looking Milverton Station photographed in the 1950 s. The signal box, station building and goods shed all stand alongside each other on the down platform which took trains onto Wiveliscombe

Williton Union Workhouse
The Union workhouse at Williton, Somerset. Some of the workhouse staff and some local residents are visible. The building, designed by George Gilbert Scott and William Bonython Moffatt

Union Workhouse, Wellington, Somerset
The Wellington Union workhouse on North Street, Wellington, Somerset. A group of local children stand outside. The workhouse, designed by County Surveyor, Richard Carver, was erected in 1836-7

Union Workhouse, Wincanton, Somerset
The Wincanton Union workhouse, Somerset, with extensive vegetable gardens in front which were cultivated by the workhouse inmates. The workhouse opened in 1838 and was designed by George Wilkinson

Clifton Bridge Photo
Clifton suspension bridge over the Avon, linking Gloucester- shire and Somerset, opened 1864, is largely constructed from the materials of Londons former Hungerford Bridge

Frome Station, Somerset, c. 1970
A view of Frome station in Somerset, c.1970, showing the overall roof designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunels assistant J R Hannaford

Internal View of Frome Station, Somerset, c. 1970s
An internal view of Frome station in Somerset, c.1970s, showing the overall roof designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunels assistant J R Hannaford

Bath Street, Bath, Somerset, England

Photograph of Red Lion Hotel, Crewkerne, Somerset. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Left Face on view of the pub

The ruins of St Michaels Church at sunrise, Burrow Mump, Somerset, England
The ruins of St Michaelas Church at sunrise, Burrow Mump, Somerset, England. Spring (May) 2019

Wookey Hole Caves, Somerset
A GWR Publicity view of one of the show caves at Wookey Hole in Somerset, c.1920s-1930s. The light on the limestone walls of the cavern cast eerie shadows that have helped the caves at Wookey Hole

Cheap Street, Frome, August 1929
A busy view looking north west up the picturesque Cheap Street. The original street dates from the 1500s and still retains its historical charm

United Kingdom, England, Somerset, Glastonbury, St. Michaels Church Tower on Glastonbury Tor

The Village, Uphill, Weston-Super-Mare, England
The Village, Uphill, Weston-Super-Mare, Somerset, England. Date: 1910s

The Pear Trees, Bower Hinton, Somerset
The Pear Trees, Bower Hinton, Martock, near Yeovil, Somerset, England. Date: 1904

The Village, Mells, Somerset
The Village, Mells, Frome, near Radstock, Somerset, England. Date: 1905

Yeovil Pen Mill Station, Somerset, July 1959
A view of Yeovil Pen Mill Station in Somerset, taken in July 1959 from the platform level. The image shows the station sign and a luggage trolley on the platform

Satellite image of southwest England
Southwest England. True-colour satellite image of southwest England, centred on the counties of Dorset (at right) and Somerset (at left). North is at top

Athelney in Somerset, the most flooded village in England
Athelney in Somerset, devastated by floods in 1930 showing the only method of travel around the area - in Venetian style, by boat

Minehead Hobby Horse
MINEHEAD HOBBY HORSE Seen here at the opening procession of Sidmouth Folk Week. The horse is made from painted hessian, cloth strips & has a painted mask face

Evening light on the West Front, Wells Cathedral, Wells, Somerset, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Frome Cheap Street early 1900s

Frome Catherine Street early 1900s

Worlebury, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J. Salmon, and reproduced as a local view postcard

The Ship Inn, Porlock, Somerset - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J. Salmon, and reproduced as a local view postcard

Thatched cottages, Dunster, Exmoor, Somerset - Painted by landscape artist Alfred Robert Quinton for the Sevenoaks based publishing and printing company J

The signs and lanterns of the Pump Room restaurant, Bath, Somerset, England

Watchet Harbour (colour litho)
5995497 Watchet Harbour (colour litho) by Cooper, Alfred Heaton (1864-1929); Private Collection; (add.info.: Watchet Harbour)

The Cloisters, Lacock Abbey (b / w photo)
6027210 The Cloisters, Lacock Abbey (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Cloisters, Lacock Abbey)

The Kings Fountain in the Grand Pump Room, Bath, Somerset. 29th November 1964

Photograph of Angel Inn, Castle Cary, Somerset. The main side of the print (shown here) depicts: Corner on view of the pub

Clevedon Pier at sunset, Severn Estuary looking towards Wales

England, Somerset, Bath, The Circus, Georgian Era Townhouses built between 1754 and 1768

Cheap Street, Sherborne, Somerset, England, UK

Nunney Castle and moat, Somerset, England. Summer

Vicars Close, Wells, Somerset, England

Clevedon Pier at sunset, Clevedon, Somerset, England

River Barle in the Cornham Brake valley on a frosty winter morning, Simonsbath, Exmoor National Park, Somerset, England

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Discover the enchanting beauty of Somerset, a captivating region in England's picturesque countryside. As dawn breaks, witness the mystical mist gently caressing Glastonbury Tor, creating an ethereal scene that transports you to another world. The iconic Clevedon Pier unveils its splendor at dusk, standing proudly on the Bristol Channel coast, offering breathtaking views that will leave you in awe. Immerse yourself in Somerset's rich heritage with a glimpse into its cider-making tradition through a transportable cider press. Step back in time as you cross the charming Packhorse Bridge in Allerford within Exmoor National Park, where nature and history intertwine seamlessly. Indulge your senses in Bath, a city steeped in elegance and grandeur. Pulteney Bridge gracefully spans over the river Avon, illuminating the night sky and showcasing Bath's UNESCO World Heritage Site status. Take a stroll along Robbers Bridge near Oare during springtime when vibrant bluebells adorn the landscape like scattered sapphires. Trace Somerset's past with an antique map from 1857 or explore Dunster village and castle; both exude timeless charm against their idyllic backdrop. Marvel at Wells Cathedral's magnificent architecture dating back to 1871, standing tall as a testament to centuries of craftsmanship. Nature lovers will be captivated by High Littleton Woods' carpet of bluebells—a sight that epitomizes tranquility amidst nature's wonders. Lastly, reminisce about Nailsea and Backwell Station circa 1900—a nostalgic snapshot frozen in time. Somerset beckons adventurers seeking solace amidst stunning landscapes and historical treasures—truly an unforgettable destination for those who yearn for authentic experiences rooted deep within Europe's heartland.