High Littleton and its hamlet Hallatrow are situated in the North East of the English county of Somerset. It is within easy reach of Bath, Wells and Bristol, the furthest of these being only 12 miles away. Evidence suggests that settlements existed in the area as far back as the late 7th century, when the Saxons called it 'Lytel tun'. Hallatrow may in fact be considerably older. In the Domesday Book of 1086 it is recorded as Liteltone, meaning small enclosure. For millions of years, coal has lain under this part of North Somerset. This was undoubtedly known to the Romans and the Saxons after them. However, the difficulty in getting to the coal meant that for centuries people ignored the coal and continued to use wood and charcoal for fuel, which were far easier to obtain. Mining of coal began at least as early as 1630. By the mid 18th century coal mining was the biggest single industry in High Littleton. The colliery finally closed in 1911. Many fine buildings survive from High Littleton's past, including the 15th century stone church of The Holy Trinity. Also worth a visit are The Grange at Hallatrow, dated 1669, and High Littleton House which was built by Thomas Hodges around 1710.
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High Littleton C Of E Primary School
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Places to Stay near High Littleton
Willow Tree Court Guest House (0.19 miles)
A Charming 18th Century Home; ideally located for exploring the nearby beauty of the west country.Situated on the A39 our location enables easy access to the historic city of Bath; ... More
Greyfield Farm Cottages (0.34 miles)
Hunters Rest Inn (1.18 miles)
Originally built as a hunting lodge for the Earl of Warwick, then converted into an Inn during the 19th century, this privately owned free-house renowned for its home cooking, warm welcome and excellent cellar offers ... More | visit website
Mezzé at the Warwick Arms (1.62 miles)
Old Malt House Hotel (1.75 miles)
A delightful family run country hotel, just 15 minutes from Bath and Wells. Set in beautiful countryside with restaurant, lounge/bar, free parking and delightful views from all rooms. Built in 1835 as ... More
The Old Parsonage (2.04 miles)
Welcome to our beautiful 17th Century Grade 11* Listed house, situated off the A37 between Bath, Bristol and Wells on the edge of the Mendip Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The Old ... More | visit website
Cameley Lodge (2.20 miles)
Set in beautiful countryside looking out over own private lakes just 10 miles from Bristol, Bath, Wells - just 8 miles from Bristol Airport. A small country hotel, family run. ... More
Breconridge (2.25 miles)
Julie and Jake would like to welcome you to their family home situated in the picturesque Cam valley between Bath and Bristol.We are close to Bath ,Bristol,Longleat Wookey Hole Cheddar ... More
Carpenters Arms (2.81 miles)
For visitors seeking an alternative to the bland unformity of many a modern town centre hotel, ... More | visit website
The Moody Goose at The Old Priory (2.86 miles)
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