Godminster Lane Quarry and Railway Cutting is a geological Site of Special Scientific Interest important for study of the Inferior Oolite limestones of Middle Jurassic age.

The rocks do contain the rich assemblage of fossil ammonites typical of the north Dorset/south Somerset area.

[3] Evidence of prehistoric activity has been found near Godminster Farm, where a Roman coin hoard was also discovered.

The parish council's role also includes initiating projects for the maintenance and repair of parish facilities, as well as consulting with the district council on the maintenance, repair, and improvement of highways, drainage, footpaths, public transport, and street cleaning.

Conservation matters (including trees and listed buildings) and environmental issues are also the responsibility of the council.

[6] The district council is responsible for local planning and building control, local roads, council housing, environmental health, markets and fairs, refuse collection and recycling, cemeteries and crematoria, leisure services, parks, and tourism.

The house was built for William Player in the late 17th century, but has undergone several major restorations.