Cockercombe
Hamlet in Somerset, England
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Cockercombe is a hamlet within the civil parish of Over Stowey in Somerset, England, approximately 15 kilometres (9.3 mi) north-northwest by road from the centre of Taunton. It contains the Grade II listed Mill Cottage and a Forestry Office.
| Cockercombe | |
|---|---|
Cockercombe Forest Office | |
  Cockercombe Location within Somerset | |
| OS grid reference | ST183365 |
| Civil parish | |
| Unitary authority | |
| Ceremonial county | |
| Region | |
| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | BRIDGWATER |
| Postcode district | TA5 |
| Police | Avon and Somerset |
| Fire | Devon and Somerset |
| Ambulance | South Western |
| UK Parliament | |
Geography and geology
Cockercombe lies in the foot of the Quantock Hills.[1] The Cockercombe Stream flows in the vicinity. Upstream, the steam crosses between Pepper Hill and Plainsfield.[2]
Cockercombe tuff, a greenish-grey, hard sedimentary rock, is only found in this area.[3]
Landmarks
The Forestry Commission has an office in Cockercombe.[4] Mill Cottage is a Grade II listed thatched cottage in the hamlet, which was originally built in the early 17th century. It was restored to acclaim in 1998 following a fire and has a new thatched roof. The cottage overlooks the Mill stream. The house is set in about 4.17 acres and has a wooden stable block with three stables.[1]
Recreation
Mountain biking events are held in the area. The Cockercombe Hill Climb was hosted by Somerset Road Club on Sunday 8 September 2019.[5]