Welcome to Kingdown

Kingdown is a small village located in the county of Somerset, England. It is situated on the southern slopes of the Mendip Hills, overlooking the Somerset Levels. The village is known for its picturesque countryside, historic buildings, and friendly community. Kingdown is a popular destination for tourists who are looking for a peaceful and relaxing holiday.

One of the main attractions in Kingdown is the Kingdown Farmhouse, a Grade II listed building that dates back to the 17th century. The farmhouse has been beautifully restored and is now a popular bed and breakfast. Visitors can enjoy the stunning views of the surrounding countryside from the farmhouse's garden. Another popular attraction in Kingdown is the St. James Church, which was built in the 13th century. The church is known for its beautiful stained glass windows and historic architecture.

Kingdown is also home to several walking trails that offer visitors the opportunity to explore the beautiful countryside. The Mendip Way, a long-distance footpath that runs through the village, is a popular choice for hikers. The trail offers stunning views of the surrounding hills and valleys. Visitors can also explore the nearby Cheddar Gorge, a limestone gorge that is known for its stunning rock formations and underground caves. Overall, Kingdown is a charming village that offers visitors a unique blend of history, natural beauty, and rural charm.

Local Weather

Clear

Temp: 7.2°C

Feels Like: 4.9°C

Wind: 7.4 MPH

Wind Dir: SW

Local Schools

School	Details
Stogursey Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Gary Tucker	Tower Hill Stogursey Bridgwater Somerset TA5 1PR 1278732389 School Website
Knights Templar Church Of England Methodist Community School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mrs David Frowde	Liddymore Road Watchet Somerset TA23 0EX 01984634385 School Website
St Peters Church Of England First School Academy Converter Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mr Maida White	Doniford Road Williton Taunton Somerset TA4 4SF 01984632480 School Website
Danesfield Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Community Middle School Academy Converter Ages:9-13 Head Teacher Mr David Mcgrath	North Road Williton Taunton Somerset TA4 4SW 01984632581 School Website
Nether Stowey Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Chloe Holt	Mill Close Nether Stowey Bridgwater Somerset TA5 1NX 01278732508 School Website
Old Cleeve C Of E School Washford Academy Converter Ages:3-9 Head Teacher Mr Emma Murch	Washford Watchet Somerset TA23 0PB 01984640232 School Website
Otterhampton Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Claire Luce	School Lane Combwich Bridgwater Somerset TA5 2QS 1278652487 School Website
Stogumber C Of E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Kate Lewis	Station Road Stogumber Taunton Somerset TA4 3TQ 01984656311 School Website
Crowcombe C Of E Va Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Kate Lewis	Crowcombe Taunton Somerset TA4 4AA 01984618273 School Website
Brymore Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-17 Head Teacher Mr Mark Thomas	Cannington Bridgwater Somerset TA5 2NB 01278652369 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Barry Island The Parade, Barry, Vale Of Glamorgan, CF62 5TH 9.32 Miles

Barry Broad Street, Barry, Vale Of Glamorgan, CF62 7AE 9.73 Miles

Barry Docks Dockview Road, Barry, Vale Of Glamorgan, CF63 4LE 9.94 Miles

Rhoose Cardiff International Airport Off Torbay Terrace, Rhoose, Vale Of Glamorgan, CF62 3HB 10.15 Miles

Cadoxton Little Moors Hill, Cadoxton, Vale Of Glamorgan, CF63 2JP 10.57 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Data Cab 01984 639141 5 Rangoon Rd, Watchet, Somerset, TA23 0TS 6.95 Miles
Watchet Minibus Hire 01984 631819 5 Mill St, Watchet, Somerset, TA23 0AP 7.02 Miles
Cliffs Cabs 01984 631973 Swain Street, Watchet, Somerset, TA23 0AG 7.03 Miles
Coastline Cabs 01984 633777 35 Whitecroft, Taunton, Somerset, TA4 4RU 7.58 Miles
Minehead Taxis 01643 709090 3 Five Bells, Watchet, Somerset, TA23 0HZ 7.73 Miles
Euro Cars 01984 633555 1 Doniford Drive, Taunton, Somerset, TA4 4JW 7.76 Miles
Cab It 01643 707544 47 Long Street, Taunton, Somerset, TA4 4QU 7.77 Miles
Mr Cabs 01984 633333 Dunkers Den Half Acre, Taunton, Somerset, TA4 4NY 7.98 Miles
Abbey Cabs 01278 787078 70 Church House Road, Burnham On Sea, Somerset, TA8 2NQ 9.61 Miles
Cj Contract Travel Services 01446 722296 Unit 3 Woodham Road, Barry, Vale Of Glamorgan, CF63 4JE 9.78 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
East Quantoxhead Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kilve Post Office Collection Today available until:10:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Higher Street Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Harefield Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Burton Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Shurton Stogursey Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Home Farm Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Doniford Camp Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Pardlestone Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stringston Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Doniford Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
West Quantoxhead Garage Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Plough Inn Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Zines Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Avenue Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Dr Halliday, Williton/Watchet	Watchet Surgery 55 Swain Street Watchet Somerset TA23 0AG
West Somerset Healthcare 01984 632701	West Somerset Healthcare Williton Surg, Robert St Williton, Taunton Somerset TA4 4QE
Quantock Medical Centre 01278 732696	Quantock M/C,Banneson Rd Nether Stowey Nr Bridgwater Somerset TA5 1NW
Berrow Branch Surgery	Brent Road Berrow Somerset TA8 2JU
Burnham Medical Centre 01278 795445	Burnham Medical Centre Love Lane Burnham-On-Sea Somerset TA8 1EU

Local Stores

Watchet
42-43 Swain St
Watchet
Somerset
TA23 0AE
01984 632298
Store Website
6.94 miles

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SPAR High Street, Stogursey
16 High Street
Stogursey
Bridgewater
TA5 1TA
01278 732304
Store Website
6.8 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

White Lodge Veterinary Clinic Ltd
Roughmoor Enterprise Centre Roughmoor, Williton Taunton Somerset TA4 4AT 01984 634 013 williton@whitelodgevetclinic.co.uk 7.39 miles
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Quantock Veterinary Surgery
Castle Street Nether Stowey Bridgwater Somerset TA5 1LN 01278 450080 info@quantockvets.co.uk Website 8.19 miles
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Walk-in clinic (AM) plus Evening walk-in clinic 18:00 to 19:00.
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Evolution Vets Ltd
Inwood Farm Nether Stowey Bridgwater Somerset TA5 1HY 01278 734 828 sally@evolutionfarmvets.co.uk Website 8.74 miles
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Barry Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Unit 2 Waterfront Retail Park Barry South Glamorgan CF63 4BA 01446 729900 barry@vets4pets.com 9.96 miles

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Maes Glas Vets Limited
98 Salisbury Road Barry Mid Glamorgan CF62 6PU 01446 742800 maesglasvets@yahoo.co.uk 10.11 miles

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Blake Veterinary Group Ltd
Manor Garden Veterinary Centre Berrow Road Burnham-On-Sea Somerset TA8 2ET 01278 794794 admin@blakevets.co.uk Website 10.23 miles
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Local Dog Walks

The Knap
This Is A Very Varied Walk. Start At The Beach - It Is Very Pebbly And Steep But The Dogs Love Sniffing Around In The Rocks For Little Bits Of Fish Or Crab. After That, Walk Along The Coastline Up The Grassy Path To See The View From Watch House Bay. I Then Recommend Heading Back Towards The Beach To A Street Called Bron-Y-Mor. There You’Ll Find Some Really Dog Friendly Cafes Where You Can All Get A Drink. Glan Hafren Maes Y Coed Barry CF62 6TA 9.41 miles

Location what3words parkway.admire.consented

Ramscombe (Great Wood Quantocks)
Quantock Walks,Family Areas For Bbq, Toilet Facilities, Lots Of Different Path And Trail Walls, Parking £2 For All Day Run By The Forestry Commission. Stream Running Along Side The Large Grass Area Great For Dogs And Children To Play. Could Walk And Explore All Day. Wood Ln 9.75 miles

Location what3words completed.other.classed

Brean Beach
Lovely Beach! Dogs Love It! To The Right Dogs Are Allowed Off To Run &Amp; Splash Around As Much As They Wish All Year Round! South Rd Brean 9.81 miles There Is A Car Park That Allows You To Drive Down Onto The Beach, Just Follow The Road You Can'T Miss It.

Location what3words thuds.gliding.harnessed

Dunster Beach
Beach Walk With Parking - You Can Walk Either To Blue Anchor Bay One Way (Driftwood Cafe Is Dog Friendly) And Minehead The Other Or Just Stay And Play On This Massive Beach When The Tide Is Out. There Is Also A Beach Cafe On The Dunster Beach Site And Food Kiosk In The Public Car Park. The Cafe Has Dog Water Bowls Outside, The Whole Of The Beach Site Has Dog Waste Bins And Sits On The South West Coastal Path. Dogs Have To Be Kept On A Lead On The Site Area, But Can Be Off The Lead Below The High Tide Line. Dunster Beach Shop Dunster Beach Chalets Dunster Minehead TA24 6TH 9.87 miles Ta24 6Th

Location what3words calm.spouse.ruling

Brean Beach
Brean Has A Beautiful 3 Mile Beach With Exciting Sand Dunes To Explore, It Is Possible To Walk Along The Beach And Then Climb Up Brean Down For A Lovely View Of The Countryside And Over The Water. Even Better, Dogs Are Welcome All Year Around So As Well As A Lovely Walk It Makes A Great Day Out For The Family. There Are Dog Friendly Campsites To Make A Weekend Of It Too. If You Aren't Staying, The Easiest Place To Park Is Either Behind The Seagull Pub Where You Can Directly Access The Beach Or Further Down By The Amusement Park. 3 Weston Rd Brean Burnham-On-Sea TA8 2SG 9.96 miles

Location what3words albatross.pushed.blazing

Dunster
A Circular Walk Through The Village Of Dunster. Set Between The Foothills Of Exmoor National Park And The Somerset Coast. TA24 6SE 10.58 miles Located Around 40 Minutes From M5 Junction 23 (Bridgwater), On The A39, Just Before Minehead.

Weather Forecast

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