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Smitham Chimney

Hidden Gem

Terrain:

Activities

Best Time To Visit

Coastal, Caves, Cliffs

Walking, Photography

Year round

Photo: Chris via Geograph.org.uk

Smitham Chimney is a tall nineteenth-century stone and brick chimney standing alone in the woods near East Harptree, in the Mendip Hills of Somerset, the last surviving flue chimney of its kind in the south-west. It is what remains of a lead works where old slag was re-smelted, the poisonous smoke d...

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Parking nearby

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Food Spots nearby

1

Staycations nearby

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Food:

Staycations:

1 day, 9 overnight

Sutton Cabins

Nearest Hidden Gem 2

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FAQ's/Things to Know

Where is Smitham Chimney?
Somerset fields and conifer woods surround this old mining landmark. Walkers usually find it standing quietly on a hillside within the Mendip Hills.

What type of place is Smitham Chimney?
Smitham Chimney is an old lead mining chimney just outside East Harptree village in Somerset.

When is the best time to visit Smitham Chimney?
Autumn mornings bring the most atmospheric views when low mist hangs over the trees. Year round access means you can explore the trails during any season, provided you bring proper footwear.

What can you do at Smitham Chimney?
Walking along the level dirt tracks allows you to admire the brick column reflecting in the nearby pond. Hikers can also climb up to the open grassland to view the Chew Valley stretching into the distance.

How long should I spend at Smitham Chimney?
Spending roughly an hour gives you plenty of time to take photos and explore the immediate woodland tracks. Anyone wanting to complete a longer circular walk through the forest will need a couple of hours.

Where do I park at Smitham Chimney?
A total of ten spaces are available nearby, providing one day slot and nine overnight parking options. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

Where can I eat near Smitham Chimney?
There are no food spots recorded immediately near Smitham Chimney, check the UK Hidden Gems app for the nearest options.

Where can I stay near Smitham Chimney?
Sutton Cabins offers a single place to stay in the immediate area. Full details are available on the UK Hidden Gems app.

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Last Updated:

02 July 2026

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