Othery is a small village in Somerset set on the southern edge of the Somerset Levels beneath the low ridge of the Polden Hills, so it sits slightly higher than the surrounding peatlands. That geography has long dictated local land use - pasture, arable fields and a network of ditches and rhynes - and gives the area a mix of open wetlands, quiet lanes and good birdwatching opportunities.
Historically a compact rural parish with medieval roots, village life still centres on traditional institutions such as the parish church and village hall, while farming remains important alongside a number of residents who commute to larger towns. Its peaceful character, access to Level scenery and sense of local community are typical of small Somerset villages, making it popular with walkers and those seeking a rural pace of life.