CAN you guess where this week’s Mystery Photograph was taken?

Every week, the Journal challenges readers to test their local knowledge by identifying a familiar spot or place in the area.

Last week’s appeal for ideas on where the photograph was take proved to be a challenge, as, for the first time in a long time, we didn’t receive any correct answers.

The photograph in question was, in fact, of the main road in Tunley, a generic village scene in the area.

Tunley is a small village in Somerset, England, situated approximately six miles southwest of Bath. It is part of the civil parish of Dunkerton and Tunley within the Bath and North East Somerset unitary authority. The village features a mix of residential homes and rural landscapes, with its history rooted in agriculture and small-scale mining during the 19th century. Tunley has a community pub, The King William IV, which serves as a local hub, and is surrounded by scenic countryside.

In the 19th century, it was part of the Somerset coalfield, with several small pits operating in and around the area. The coal mining industry played a significant role in the development of the village, providing employment for local families until its decline in the early 20th century. Evidence of Tunley's industrial past can still be found in the surrounding landscape, with remnants of old workings and spoil heaps visible in places.

The village has long been a farming community, with its fertile land supporting both livestock and arable farming. Tunley's proximity to Bath and other nearby towns also made it a convenient stop for travellers, and its pub, The King William IV, is a testament to this heritage, having served locals and visitors for over a century. Despite modern developments, Tunley retains its rural charm and sense of history, offering a glimpse into the area's industrious past.

The Journal, in partnership with Radstock Museum, thanks readers for their enthusiasm for the Mystery Photograph feature. We can't wait to share the next challenge.