Welcome to Southwood

Southwood Somerset is a small town located in the county of Somerset, England. The town is situated on the southern edge of the Quantock Hills, which is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town is surrounded by beautiful countryside, making it an ideal location for those who enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and horse riding. The town has a population of around 2,000 people and is known for its friendly community and peaceful way of life.

The town of Southwood Somerset has a rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the Bronze Age. The town was once a thriving market town, with a number of shops, pubs, and inns. Today, the town still has a number of small businesses, including a post office, a convenience store, and a few local pubs. The town also has a primary school, a church, and a village hall, which is used for community events and activities.

Despite its small size, Southwood Somerset has a lot to offer visitors. The town is surrounded by beautiful countryside, with a number of walking and cycling routes to explore. The Quantock Hills are a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts, with stunning views and a variety of wildlife to spot. The town is also within easy reach of the coast, with a number of beaches and seaside towns just a short drive away. Overall, Southwood Somerset is a charming town with a strong sense of community and plenty of natural beauty to explore.

Local Weather

Overcast

Temp: 12.1°C

Feels Like: 12.6°C

Wind: 2.2 MPH

Wind Dir: N

Local Schools

School	Details
Baltonsborough Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Catherine Greenwell	Ham Street Baltonsborough Glastonbury Somerset BA6 8PX 01458850526 School Website
Keinton Mandeville Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jo Crook	Chistles Lane Keinton Mandeville Somerton Somerset TA11 6ES 01458223452 School Website
Butleigh Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Kristin Moth	High Street Butleigh Glastonbury Somerset BA6 8SX 01458850511 School Website
Lovington Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Norma Anselm	Lovington Castle Cary Somerset BA7 7PX 01963240305 School Website
West Pennard Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Anthony Wheat	Church Lane West Pennard Glastonbury Somerset BA6 8NT 01458832866 School Website
Charlton Mackrell C Of E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rebecca Cawley	Bonfire Lane Charlton Mackrell Somerton Somerset TA11 7BN 01458223329 School Website
Millfield Preparatory School Other Independent School Ages:2-13 Head Teacher Mr Dan Thornburn	Edgarley Hall Glastonbury Somerset BA6 8LD 1458832446 School Website
Ditcheat Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Rachael Bisset	Ditcheat Shepton Mallet Somerset BA4 6RB 01749860329 School Website
Millfield School Other Independent School Ages:12-19 Head Teacher Mr G Horgan	Butleigh Road Street Somerset BA16 0YD 1458442291 School Website
Hazlegrove Preparatory School Other Independent School Ages:2-14 Head Teacher Mr Ed Benbow	Hazlegrove House Sparkford Yeovil Somerset BA22 7JA 1963440314 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Castle Cary Station Wharf, Castle Cary, Somerset, BA7 7PE 4.72 Miles

Bruton Station Approach Road, Bruton, Somerset, BA10 0EH 7.99 Miles

Yeovil Pen Mill Sherborne Road, Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 5DD 10.66 Miles

Templecombe Station Road, Templecombe, Somerset, BA8 0JR 11.49 Miles

Sherborne South Street, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 3NB 11.86 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Village Cabs 01458 851094 Southwood Cottage, Glastonbury, Somerset, BA6 8PG 0.21 Miles
Andrews Taxis 01458 447444 16 Gould Close, Street, Somerset, BA16 0AZ 4.61 Miles
Mums Taxi 07711 572038 The Rank, Castle Cary, Somerset, BA7 7PE 4.66 Miles
M And J Taxi's 07768 741950 1 Read Mead, Glastonbury, Somerset, BA6 8DN 4.66 Miles
7 S Travel Taxi Private Hire 07748 544 263 21 Grangefields, Street, Lancashire, BA16 0HT 4.74 Miles
Wessex Chauffeuring 01458 445473 3 Grangefields, Street, Somerset, BA16 0HT 4.74 Miles
Central Cars 01458 830022 10 Porch Close, Glastonbury, Somerset, BA6 8RR 4.75 Miles
Taxi And Tours 07925 984682 50 Dunstan Road, Glastonbury, Somerset, BA6 8EE 4.87 Miles
Anzford Cars 07831 249441 15 Mullins Way, Castle Cary, Somerset, BA7 7LU 4.98 Miles
Number Seven Taxis 01963 351015 7 Park Av, Castle Cary, Somerset, BA7 7HE 4.99 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Southwood Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ham Street Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Fairplace Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lower Lottisham Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
West Lydford Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Combe Hill Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Silver Street Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Village Hall Baltonsborough Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Barton St David Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
East Lydford Collection Today available until:16:15 Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:10:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Keinton Mandeville Castle Street Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
East Lydford Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Barton Cross Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Brook Farm Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Chistles Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Millfield Prep School	Edgarley Hall Glastonbury Somerset BA6 8LD
Millfield Senior School	Butleigh Road Street Somerset BA16 0YD
Glastonbury Health Centre 01458 834100	Glastonbury Health Centre 1 Wells Road Glastonbury Somerset BA6 9DD
Millbrook Surgery, Castle Cary 01963 350210	Millbrook Surgery Millbrook Gardens Castle Cary Somerset BA7 7EE
Vine Surgery Partnership 01458 841122	Vine Surgery Hindhayes Lane Street Somerset BA16 0ET

Local Stores

Pilton - St Mary's Lane
St Mary's Lane
Pilton
Shepton Mallet
Somerset
BA4 4BB
01749 899638
Store Website
5.01 miles

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SPAR Euro Garage Podimore
A303 -A37 Roundabout
Podimore
Yeovil
BA22 8JG
Store Website
5.4 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Delaware Veterinary Group
Fulford House Torbay Road Castle Cary Somerset BA7 7DT 01963 350307 office@delawarevets.co.uk Website 4.49 miles
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Orchard Vets Glastonbury Ltd T/A Orchard Vets
Wirrall Park Road Glastonbury Somerset BA6 9XE 01458 832972 info@ovg.co.uk Website 5.25 miles
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Street Veterinary Centre
Street Veterinary Centre 187 High Street Street Somerset BA16 0NE 01458 442398 office@streetvets.co.uk Website 5.25 miles

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Medivet Somerton
The Old Band House Langport Road Somerton Somerset TA11 6NB 01458 274021 Somerton@medivet.co.uk Website 5.43 miles
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Street Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Street Retail Park Gravenchon Way Street Somerset BA16 0HS 01458 844 900 street@vets4pets.com Website 5.75 miles

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Wells Vets (Branch Of Shepton Vets)
2 Cathedral Avenue Wells Somerset BA5 1FD 7.14 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Lytes Cary Manor
Fantastic Miles Of Land To Walk Your Dogs, Loads Of Open Space, Small Wooded Area, Dog Friendly, Dog Bins Available, Very Friendly Around The Place. Definitely Check It Out If You're Close. Lytes Cary 4.62 miles

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Glastonbury Tor
A Circular Dog Walk Up To Glastonbury Tor. Glastonbury Tor Is A Prominent Hill Overlooking The Isle Of Avalon, Glastonbury And Somerset. Located At The Top Of The Hill Is St Michael's Tower, A Grade I Listed Building. The Entire Site Is Managed By BA6 9EH 5.04 miles From London: M3 Then A303 And A37. From The North East: A1 Or M1, M25 To M3 (Junction 12), Then A303 And A37. From The Midlands: M40 And A34 To A303 And A37. From The North West: M6, M5 To A39 (Junction 23) Then A361. From Wales: M4, M5 To A39 (As Above). From The West Country: A37 Or A361.

Wookey Fords
38 Knowle Ln Wookey Wells BA5 1LB 8.23 miles

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Westhay Nature Reserve
Westhay Moor Drove Glastonbury Lancashire BA6 9TX 9.34 miles

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Ebbor Gorge (Red Trail)
Beautiful Walk Through Woodland Which Climbs Up Some Pretty Steep Paths To An Amazing View Across Somerset And Glastonbury Tor. Well Marked Paths. Some Of The Path Is Very Steep But Week With The Effort! West Mendip Way Wells Lancashire BA5 1AY 9.63 miles

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River Yeo
Point To Point Walk. Can Be Busy But A Lovely Little Walk To Pass An Hour Along Parts Of The River Which Your Dogs Can Go In If They Like. 40 Nelson Way Yeovil Lancashire BA21 5DZ 10.06 miles

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Weather Forecast

Thursday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Clear	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear
Temp	11.2°C	9.5°C	8.6°C	7.5°C	9.7°C	15.8°C	20.7°C	23.2°C	24.1°C	22.2°C	17.6°C	15.2°C
Feels Like	10.2°C	8.1°C	7°C	6°C	8.4°C	15.4°C	20.6°C	23.8°C	24.2°C	22.3°C	17.6°C	14.8°C

Friday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Clear	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Overcast	Partly Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast
Temp	13.8°C	12.8°C	11.9°C	12.5°C	13.8°C	15°C	17.9°C	20.1°C	21.7°C	21.1°C	20.1°C	20.2°C
Feels Like	13.1°C	11.9°C	10.8°C	11.4°C	13.5°C	14.9°C	17.8°C	20.1°C	21.7°C	21.1°C	20.1°C	20.2°C

Saturday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Overcast	Partly Cloudy	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Partly Cloudy	Partly Cloudy
Temp	17.9°C	15.5°C	13.7°C	12.5°C	14.5°C	17.7°C	21.1°C	22.4°C	21.6°C	19.4°C	16.9°C	17°C
Feels Like	17.9°C	15.5°C	13.5°C	11.9°C	14.1°C	17.6°C	21.1°C	24.3°C	21.6°C	19.4°C	16.7°C	16.8°C

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