FoQ Visit to Steart Marshes

FoQ Visit to Steart Marshes

Friends of Quantock hosted a guided walk to Steart in October. We had a superb and knowledgeable guide in Nigel Phillips. We were very lucky with the weather with a bright and breezy day, not at all like the forecast. …

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Sydney Smith of Combe Florey

Sydney Smith of Combe Florey

One can drive through the quiet village of Combe Florey and not notice a delightful house which is set back from the road and hidden in a mature garden. In the early 19th century this was, for some years, the …

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Welcome back to the Quantocks!

Welcome back to the Quantocks!

The Blue ball at Triscombe has reopened after a long closure. It is under new management and has been refurbished and offers a warm welcome, fine food and of course, the Quantocks. Nestled in Triscombe Combe, it is a great …

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Wildlife Walk

Wildlife Walk

On 4 May a group of members enjoyed a wildlife walk led by John Andrews. We started and finished at Holford. John’s knowledge of the plants, flowers and birds of the Quantocks enhanced the experience. The weather was favourable and …

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A Baseline Ecological Study of FoQ Land

A Baseline Ecological Study of FoQ Land

Louis Pearson, a professional ecologist living in Nether Stowey, first suggested the idea of carrying out an ecological baseline study of the Friends of Quantock (FoQ) landholdings last year. We are delighted that we are now able to publish his …

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By Jove!

By Jove!

Undoubtedly one of the most stunning views from the Quantocks is that from above Tilbury Park in West Bagborough. Driving down from the Lydeard Hill car park towards West Bagborough, there is a pair of fine stone gate piers on …

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Friends of Quantock Events for 2019

Friends of Quantock Events for 2019

EVENTS 2019 – Programme summary Wed. 20 March – ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Crowcombe Village Hall, Crowcombe.7 p.m. Complimentary glass of wine and nibbles.7.30 p.m. Annual General Meeting, followed by “The Wildlife of Halsway Hill & Over Stowey Custom Common”– a …

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