I have just added this to the map of places to fly your drone at Drone Scene:
This aerial shot captures the Bath Road Viaduct, a graceful remnant of the Somerset and Dorset Joint Railway (S&D) that once cut through the heart of Shepton Mallet. Bathed in the warm glow of a winter sunrise, the structure’s 27 arches remain a testament to Victorian engineering, even as the tracks they once carried have long since vanished.
Constructed in the 1870s, this stone-built giant was part of the "Evercreech New" extension, designed to connect the Midlands with the South Coast. For nearly a century, heavy steam locomotives thundered across these arches, hauling both passengers and the region's vital coal and stone.
The viaduct fell silent following the Beeching Cuts in 1966, which closed the S&D line. Today the structure bridges the gap between the town's industrial heritage—symbolised by the nearby Kilver Court and cider mills—and the rolling Mendip Hills.
For Trivia fans, the large complex seen just beyond the viaduct is Kilver Court. Originally built as a textile mill in the 1700s, it was famously transformed in the mid-20th century by the Showering family. This site is the birthplace of Babycham, the sparkling perry that some argue revolutionized post-war drinking habits in the UK
The viaduct now serves as a spectacular elevated walkway, preserved as a Grade II listed monument that offers a "birds-eye" perspective of Shepton's unique blend of rural charm and industrial grit
The originator declared that this location was not inside a Flight Restriction Zone at the time of being flown on 14/02/2026. It remains the responsibility of any pilot to check for any changes before flying at the same location. Landowner permission may be required before taking off.
