About Monkton Combe
Read about the beauty of the village and why
people living there love it so much. For
those visiting the Bath area, the village
is well worth a visit with some breathtaking
views from the top of the hillsides. There
are a selection of walks you can follow
- and at the centre of the village you will
find the Wheelwright Arms - a welcoming
place for a meal or some light refreshments.
History of the Village
Portrait of a Parish - As a Millennium
project, the Women's Institute (W.I.) compiled
a book called "Portrait of a Parish". With
input from residents past and present -
it describes the last 100 years of Monkton
Combe. A must to read! See how different
life was then compared to now. Read brief
extracts here, then click on the History
link on left to read more.
Walks in and around Monkton Combe
The countryside around here is stunningly beautiful.
There are a variety of walks in the immediate
area for you to explore. Some are quite
easy going, while others take a bit more
stamina.
Projects
- Addition of a Village Green -
organised by Village Hall Committee and
the land kindly donated by Monkton Combe
School
- Foot Bridge over the Mill Race
- after a 10 year + absence, thus enabling
the footpath to be fully used. Thanks to
Parish Council and Colin Hudson from B&NES.
This was a Millennium Project.
- 20mph Speed Limit - through village
- organised by Monkton Combe School and
Parish Council as a joint venture. Hopefully
this will make vehicles slow down when driving
through the single tracks and where roads
are frequented by school children.
- Lock up - repairs to the Lock
up.
- Playground - replacement equipment
and new safety flooring (summer 2006)
Village Photos
Here you will find a selection of photographs
taken in and around the village. If anyone
has any pictures they would like shown,
then please let me know via the contact
page.
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