Welcome to Winsford

Winsford is a small village located in the heart of Somerset, England. The village is known for its picturesque countryside, rolling hills, and stunning views. It is a popular destination for tourists who want to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy the peace and tranquility of the countryside. The village is surrounded by beautiful walking trails, and visitors can explore the nearby Exmoor National Park, which is home to a diverse range of wildlife and stunning landscapes.

One of the most notable features of Winsford is its historic architecture. The village is home to a number of beautiful buildings, including the 12th-century St. Mary's Church, which is a popular destination for history buffs and architecture enthusiasts. The village also has a number of traditional thatched cottages, which add to its charm and character. Visitors can take a stroll through the village and admire the beautiful architecture, or stop by one of the local pubs for a pint of ale and a bite to eat.

Despite its small size, Winsford has a vibrant community and a range of local amenities. The village has a post office, a village shop, and a pub, as well as a number of community groups and events. The Winsford Trust, a local charity, works to preserve the village's heritage and promote community engagement. The trust organizes a range of events throughout the year, including a popular annual fete, which brings together locals and visitors alike for a day of fun and festivities.

Local Schools

School	Details
Cutcombe Church Of England First School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mr Naomi Philp	Wheddon Cross Minehead Somerset TA24 7DZ 01643841462 School Website
Exford Church Of England First School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mrs Naomi Philp	Exford Minehead Somerset TA24 7PP 01643831365 School Website
All Saints C Of E School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:3-9 Head Teacher Mrs Keith Mansell	Fishers Mead Dulverton Somerset TA22 9EN 01398323231 School Website
Dulverton Middle And Community School Community School Ages:9-13 Head Teacher Mrs Keith Mansell	Barns Close West Dulverton Somerset TA22 9EE 01398323223 School Website
Timberscombe Church Of England First School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mr Angela Hall	Timberscombe Minehead Somerset TA24 7TY 01643841259 School Website
East Anstey Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Tim Gurney	East Anstey Tiverton Devon EX16 9JP 01398341369 School Website
St Dubricius Church Of England Va School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-9 Head Teacher Mr Hannah Sparks	Parsons Street Porlock Minehead Somerset TA24 8QJ 01643862249 School Website
Dunster First School Community School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mr Paul James	13 St George's Street Dunster Minehead Somerset TA24 6RX 01643821254 School Website
West Somerset College Academy Converter Ages:13-19 Head Teacher Mrs Nicola Doughty	Bircham Road Alcombe Minehead Somerset TA24 6AY 01643706061 School Website
Minehead Middle School Academy Converter Ages:9-13 Head Teacher Mr Mark Walker	Ponsford Road Minehead Somerset TA24 5RH 01643704191 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Tiverton Parkway Station Road, Sampford Peverell, Devon, EX16 7EH 15.32 Miles

Kings Nympton South Molton Road, Kings Nympton, Devon, EX37 9EU 18.79 Miles

Umberleigh Station Approach, Umberleigh, Devon, EX37 9AB 19.71 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Winsford Hire 01643 851232 Fairfield, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 7JE 0.11 Miles
Grab A Cab 01643 703376 1 Abbots Way, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 8UF 7.47 Miles
A C Taxis 01643 707172 11 Periton Way, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 8AH 7.49 Miles
Gemini Taxis 01643 705555 16 Whitworth Road, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 8ED 7.55 Miles
Chris's Taxis 01643 706656 40 Poundfield Rd, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 5ER 7.60 Miles
Lynx Taxis 01643 708888 1 Higher Park, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 8AP 7.63 Miles
1St Choice Taxis 01643 702325 13 Marshfield Road, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 6AQ 7.72 Miles
1St Call Exmoor Taxis 07826 212511 26 Bay Road, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 8NJ 7.74 Miles
1St 4 A Terrys Taxi 01643 705599 50 Fownes Rd, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 6AF 7.82 Miles
South West Taxis 01643 707444 10 Townsend Rd, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 5RG 7.83 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Winsford No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:14:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
The Steep No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Larcombe Foot No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Exton No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bridgetown No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stolford Hill No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Luckwell Bridge No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wheddon Cross Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:15:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Chillybridge No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cutcombe No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stones Cross No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Marsh Bridge No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Withypool Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:14:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Hawkridge No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Exmoor Medical Centre 01398 323333	Oldberry House Fishers Mead Dulverton Somerset TA22 9EN
Dunster & Porlock Surgeries 01643 821244	Dunster And Porlock Surge West Street Dunster Somerset TA24 6SN
Porlock Medical Centre	Porlock Minehead Somerset TA24 8PJ
Minehead Medical Centre 01643 703441	2 Irnham Road Minehead Somerset TA24 5DL
Minehead Community Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Luttrell Way Minehead TA24 6DF

Local Stores

Dulverton
Doone House
Fore Street
Dulverton
Somerset
TA22 9EX
01398 323241
Store Website
4.36 miles

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SPAR Porlock
High Street
Porlock
TA24 8PU
01643 862515
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Dulverton Veterinary Practice
Dulverton Veterinary Centre Duckpaddle Dulverton Somerset TA22 9HJ 01398 323285 4.41 miles

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White Lodge Equine And Farm Clinic Ltd
Ellicombe Farm Ellicombe Minehead Somerset TA24 6TP 01643 703649 farm@whitelodgeclinic.co.uk Website 7.84 miles

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White Lodge Veterinary Clinic Ltd
Stephenson Road Minehead Somerset TA24 5EB 01643 703649 info@whitelodgevetclinic.co.uk Website 8.01 miles
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Glenmore House Veterinary Surgery
26 Glenmore Road Minehead Somerset TA24 5BH 01643 703175 8.13 miles

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St David'S Poultry Team Ltd
Unit 2, Trading Estate Station Road Bampton Tiverton Devon EX16 9NG 01392 872 932 8.52 miles
Amenities Referrals only
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Mount Vets Wiveliscombe Surgery
6 North Street Wiveliscombe Taunton Somerset TA4 2JY 01984 624 422 wiveliscombe@mountvets.com Website 11.67 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Bridgetown Exton Somerset
This 7Km (4Mile) Walk Starts From The Entrance To The Exe Valley Caravan Park In Bridgetown (Grid Ref: Ss 923 332). It Takes You Along The River Exe And Then Up Over Farm Land Back To The Road. From Here You Can Either Repeat The Route Back To The Start Or Continue Looping Back Through Exton And Ending At The The Badger's Holt Pub In Bridgetown (Opened At 6Pm At The Time Of Walking). 9 Week Ln Dulverton Lancashire TA22 9JL 1.47 miles

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Dunkery Beacons
Beautiful Place To Walk. Takes You To The Highest Point In Exmoor National Park. Lots Of Moorland, Woodlands, Rivers And Patched Walks In Many Different Directions. The Views At The Top Are Stunning. There Is Livestock And Wildlife Around So It Is Best To Keep Your Dog On A Lead If They Will Chase Them. Unnamed Road Minehead Lancashire TA24 7AT 4.26 miles

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Dunkery Beacon
Dunkery Beacon Is The Highest Point On Exmoor. It's Well Pathed From A Number Of Side Of The Road Car Parit's A Remote, High Area, And Needs Good Footwear And Energetic Dogs. Be Prepared For The Weather To Change And It Be Colder Than You May Be Used To, Even In Summer. You'll Need Water For Both Yourself And The Dogs. Unnamed Road Lancashire 4.38 miles

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Dunster
A Circular Walk Through The Village Of Dunster. Set Between The Foothills Of Exmoor National Park And The Somerset Coast. TA24 6SE 7.73 miles Located Around 40 Minutes From M5 Junction 23 (Bridgwater), On The A39, Just Before Minehead.

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 8.54 miles Ta24 6Th

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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 15.15 miles

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