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23 May 2009 - Over Compton

A brief Stop on a cycle ride through the village. This is the first time I have stopped to photograph the village church.

St Michael's church and Compton House Over Compton Dorset Dorsetcamera

Approaching the village church of St. Michael’s and on the right is Compton House. Compton House was the the home of Worldwide Butterflies until 2003. Follow this link for a brief history of Worldwide Butterflies.

St Michael's church Over Compton Dorset Dorsetcamera

The church of St Michael’s dates from the 15th century.

St Michael's church Over Compton Dorset Dorsetcamera

A closer view of the tower. Follow this link for some views inside the church and some details of it’s history.

St Michael's church and Compton House Over Compton Dorset Dorsetcamera

Another view including Compton Manor.

Over Compton Dorset Dorsetcamera

Just down the track from the church I found this curious business. Trencherman’s food club. After a bit of searching I found some details at this web address.

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The crossroads as you enter the village from the Yeovil direction.