Blagdon Hill on the northern slopes of the Blackdown Hills in Somerset.

During a recent trip to view the site of the former airfield at what was RAF Culmhead I came across two lay-bys on Blagdon Hill on the northern slopes of the Blackdown Hills.  They provided spectacular views to the north and north-east.  One of the lay-bys, just above a hairpin bend on the up hill carriageway, was a particularly convenient place to stop and take some photos.

Looking north-east, with my binoculars, along the foothills of the Blackdowns I could see Beer Wood on Aller Hill with Glastonbury Tor just beyond and the Mendip Hills on the horizon.

The view from Blagdon Hill along the foothills of the Blackdowns with the Mendip Hills on the horizon.  Aller Hill is visible to the centre-right, just below the skyline. 

Turning more to the north, just visible through the trees was the village of Pitminster and the church spire of St. Andrew and St. Mary.  The white structure of Barton Grange was prominent while beyond it I could see Taunton Racecourse. Bordering the racecourse to the east is the village of Orchard Portman and the tower of  St. Michael's Church.  On the far horizon are the Mendips.

The view from Blagdon Hill towards Taunton Racecourse and the village of Orchard Portman.

Just down the hill on the left, around the hairpin bend, is Pitminster's beautifully situated war memorial.  It is difficult to access because of the busy road but I intend to return one day and pay my respects.