Cockercombe
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Cockercombe is a hamlet within the civil parish of Over Stowey in Somerset, England, approximately north-northwest by road from the centre of Taunton. It contains the Grade II listed Mill Cottage and a Forestry Office.
Cockercombe is a hamlet within the civil parish of Over Stowey in Somerset, England, approximately north-northwest by road from the centre of Taunton. It contains the Grade II listed Mill Cottage and a Forestry Office. ==Geography and geology== Cockercombe lies in the foot of the Quantock Hills. The Cockercombe Stream flows in the vicinity. Upstream, the steam crosses between Pepper Hill and Plainsfield. Cockercombe tuff, a greenish-grey, hard sedimentary rock, is only found in this area. ==Landmarks== The Forestry Commission has an office in Cockercombe. 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. ==Recreation== Mountain biking events are held in the area. The Cockercombe Hill Climb was hosted by Somerset Road Club on Sunday 8 September 2019. ==References==
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