Nestled amidst the verdant farmlands of South Somerset, the medieval parish of Chaffcombe presents a tranquil retreat just 2½ miles northeast of Chard and 3 miles south of Ilminster.

Chaffcombe cherishes its serene seclusion, a stone’s throw from the bustle of neighbouring towns, yet worlds apart in its peaceful community life.

The parish’s boundaries are drawn with a quaint irregularity, stretching roughly 2¼ miles from north to south, and spanning a width of 1½ miles to less than ½ mile from east to west.

Perched on the western slopes of Windwhistle Ridge, Chaffcombe commands a sweeping view over Chard, with the terrain gently descending from an elevation of over 600ft at its eastern edge to 200ft near the historic Chard Reservoir.

Trickling streams meander through the parish, gracing Chaffcombe Gate Farm and the northern village, as well as Lydmarsh and Avishays at the heart of the parish. The southernmost point is marked by the pure springs near Kingston Well Farm.

Chaffcombe is a picture of rural charm, dotted with thatched cottages and heritage buildings. The parish church of St Michael and All Angels stands proudly at the village’s eastern end, nestled within the conservation area that forms the parish’s core.

Home to around 200 residents, Chaffcombe’s community, though widely dispersed, comes together in spirited gatherings at the Chaffcombe Village Hall.

For a glimpse into the rich tapestry of Chaffcombe’s history, delve into the past here.