Smitham Chimney, East Harptree
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Smitham Chimney is a chimney which was used for lead mining just outside the village of East Harptree, in the parish of Priddy, Somerset, England. It is a Grade II listed building. The circular chimney has two types of red brick in its upper portion. There is a narrow opening at the base of the chimney.
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Smitham Chimney is a chimney which was used for lead mining just outside the village of East Harptree, in the parish of Priddy, Somerset, England. It is a Grade II listed building. The circular chimney has two types of red brick in its upper portion. There is a narrow opening at the base of the chimney.
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This is a nice little walk to take the family or just of you'd like a bit of purge and quiet. A nice flat and (for the most part) easy to walk path suitable for buggies too. One of the trails comes out at an historic smelting chimney called "Smitham Chimney". In front of the chimney is a pond which had a huge number of dragon flies flying around. It was very quiet when we went. TIP: Take bug spray as we got bitten a lot while we were there.
Alan FowleAlan Fowle
20
Wow! A beautiful and tranquil place, very easy walk in a figure of nine along stone paths, several benches along path, also many natural manmade trails throughout woods which are uneven underfoot great to explore and walk dogs. No bins on site so please take all waste home with you. Little car park with 6' high max entrance barrier.
J SJ S
40
Charming walk with some local history too. Wide and we'll surfaced path in many places. Good car park with picnic benches. Some of the footpaths into the woods are lovely and worth exploring especially if you have a dog that loves the woods, and can eventually take you to views across to the lakes.
Robert WeeksRobert Weeks
30
The only remaining example of a lead-mining chimney on Mendip (although there's a lesser-known obelisk on Breach Hill that looks similar). Free parking, with limited spaces that can be consumed quickly on a nice weekend. Tends to be less busy that other parts of the Mendip Hills.
Olly Parry-JonesOlly Parry-Jones
10
Nice easy stroll through the woods to the chimney. Beautiful structure and so peaceful, with a pretty lake and gorgeous surroundings. We were delighted to see all of the dragonflies over the lake and wondful heather growing nearby. Tip: take your camera.
Melly KennedyMelly Kennedy
10
Lovely place for a walk with winding paths and deep woods. Dogs welcome. Car park is decent in size (height restriction in place). Large area to walk and the chimney is an interesting landmark.
HAYLEY WEBBHAYLEY WEBB
50
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