To the east of Chipping Sodbury further up the hill is Old Sodbury, older than its larger neighbour the village lay on an old coaching route. In the churchyard of St.John the Baptist there are several old "Bale Tombs" of rich merchants some dating to the early 19th century, and fine views over the Seven Plain towards Bristol. The church, transitional in style houses several monuments including a 14th century wooden effigy of a knight, the fine timber Lynch Gate also serves as the war memorial. The crenellated tower on the hillside above the village is a ventilation shaft for Sodbury Tunnel and was designed Isambard Kingdom Brunel for the Great Western Railway.
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Places to Stay near Old Sodbury
Sodbury House Hotel (0.58 miles)
Cross Hands Hotel (0.62 miles)
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Queen Elizabeth ll stayed at The Cross Hands during a blizzard in 1981. It is a charming old posting house dating from the 14th ... More
Moda Hotel (1.68 miles)
Rounceval House Hotel (1.78 miles)
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Best Western Compass Inn (1.87 miles)
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The Best Western Compass Inn stands in 6 acres of beautiful grounds in the heart of the countryside, situated on the edge of the Cotswolds the walking is ... More
Hinton Grange Hotel (3.19 miles)
Set amongst 6 acres of grounds in a sleepy village, yet only 5 minutes from junction 18 of the M4 and 8 miles from both Bath and Bristol; this hotel ... More
Bodkin House Hotel (3.24 miles)
This charming 17th century inn is full of historic character, furnished with oak panelling and boasting open fires and flagstone floors. Comfortable bedrooms combine traditional style with modern facilities. The restaurant and lounge are attractively decorated, ... More | visit website
The Buthay Inn (4.77 miles)
Traditionl Inn with 6 letting rooms. All major credit cards accepted.
The Buthay inn is a traditional inn located in the peaceful town of Wickwar. It offers a ... MoreRangeworthy Court Hotel (4.91 miles)
This 16th Century Manor House Hotel welcomes you to enjoy good food, excellent service and our warm, friendly atmosphere. We pride ourselves in offering a 'home from home' experience to ... More
Lord Nelson Inn (5.10 miles)
The Lord Nelson can be found in the delightful village of Marshfield, 5 miles north of Bath, offering comfortable accommodation in beautifully refurbished ensuite rooms. A Grade II listed building, beautifully presented, this 17th century inn ... More | visit websiteBrit Quote: |
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