Welcome to Brookleigh

Brookleigh is a charming village located in the heart of Devon, England. The village is known for its picturesque countryside, rolling hills, and stunning views of the River Dart. The village is home to a small community of friendly locals who are always happy to welcome visitors and share their love for the area. Brookleigh is a perfect destination for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy a peaceful and relaxing holiday in the countryside.

One of the main attractions of Brookleigh is its beautiful natural surroundings. The village is surrounded by lush green fields, dense forests, and sparkling rivers, making it an ideal destination for nature lovers. Visitors can take a leisurely stroll along the riverbank, go for a hike in the nearby woods, or simply relax and enjoy the stunning views. The village is also home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, foxes, and a wide range of bird species, making it a great destination for wildlife enthusiasts.

Brookleigh is also known for its rich history and cultural heritage. The village has a number of historic buildings and landmarks, including the Brookleigh Castle, which dates back to the 12th century. Visitors can explore the castle ruins and learn about the fascinating history of the area. The village also has a number of museums and galleries, showcasing the work of local artists and craftsmen. Whether you are interested in history, art, or simply want to soak up the local culture, Brookleigh has something to offer everyone.

Local Weather

Overcast

Temp: 12.1°C

Feels Like: 9.2°C

Wind: 19.7 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Inaura School Other Independent Special School Ages:8-18 Head Teacher Mrs Lauren Smith	Moorview House Riverside Burrowbridge Somerset TA7 0RB 1823690211 School Website
Middlezoy Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lindsay Hayward	Middlezoy Bridgwater Somerset TA7 0NZ 01823698465 School Website
Othery Village School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Lindsay Hayward	Othery Bridgwater Somerset TA7 0PX 1823698464 School Website
Westonzoyland Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Alison Garbett	Cheer Lane Westonzoyland Bridgwater Somerset TA7 0EY 01278691381 School Website
Stoke St Gregory Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Barney Rycroft	Stoke St Gregory Taunton Somerset TA3 6EG 01823490437 School Website
North Newton Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Deborah Leach	Church Road North Newton Bridgwater Somerset TA7 0BG 01278662140 School Website
Somerset Bridge Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Kevin Bryant	Stockmoor Drive Bridgwater Somerset TA6 6AH 01278422100 School Website
St John And St Francis Church School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jim Mccall	Westonzoyland Road Bridgwater Somerset TA6 5BP 01278456918 School Website
Petherton Park School Other Independent Special School Ages:7-16 Head Teacher Mr Jamie Wright	Brook Farm Newton Road North Petherton Somerset Somerset TA6 6NA 3301358200 School Website
North Petherton Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Sarah Penfold	School Fields North Petherton Bridgwater Somerset TA6 6LU 01278662442 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Bridgwater St Johns Street, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 5HB 4.24 Miles

Taunton Station Approach, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 1QP 8.77 Miles

Highbridge And Burnham Station Walk, Highbridge, Somerset, TA9 3BT 9.59 Miles

Crewkerne Station Road, Crewkerne, Somerset, TA18 8AL 15.67 Miles

Yeovil Pen Mill Sherborne Road, Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 5DD 16.57 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Somerset Limos 01278 425858 River Ln, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA7 0AA 3.11 Miles
Viking Taxi 07796 640671 7 Juniper Close, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 4ER 3.71 Miles
Bee Line Cabs 01278 444334 55 Warwick Av, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 5PF 3.80 Miles
Tizzys Taxis 01278 455565 8 Walton Cl, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 4UU 3.85 Miles
Abc Private Hire Taxis 07747 012862 247 Taunton Rd, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 6BJ 3.98 Miles
Bridgwater Chauffeur Hire 01278 420507 50 Longstone Avenue, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 4LL 4.07 Miles
Arrow Cabs 07860 178852 11 Kingsdown Cl, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 4XT 4.11 Miles
H Cabs 01278 424405 36 St. Mary Street, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 3LY 4.65 Miles
Broadway Taxis Ltd 01278 422442 112 Friarn Street, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 3LJ 4.71 Miles
Central Taxis 01278 458058 112 Friarn St, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 3LJ 4.71 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Saltmoor Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Middlezoy Post Office Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Stanmoor Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Crossroads Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Millbatch Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Moorland Court Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Fore Street Weston Zoyland Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Othery Post Office Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bussex Square Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Fordgate Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stathe Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Dr Lambert, Bridgwater/Westonzoyland 01278 691233	Westonzoyland Branch Surgery 4 Cheer Lane Westonzoyland Bridgwater Somerset TA7 0EY
Somerset Bridge Medical Centre 01278 411520	Somerset Bridge Med. Ctr. Stockmoor Park,Taunton Rd Bridgwater Somerset TA6 6LD
North Petherton Surgery 01278 662223	The Surgery Mill Street North Petherton Somerset TA6 6LX
Redgate Medical Centre 01278 454560	Redgate Neighbourhood Ctr Westonzoyland Road Bridgwater Somerset TA6 5BF
North Petherton Rugby Club - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Beggars Brook Taunton Road North Petherton Bridgwater TA6 6NW

Local Stores

Bridgwater - The Redgate Centre
The Redgate Centre
Weston Zoyland Road
Bridgwater
Somerset
TA6 5BJ
01278 446810
shop.9651@coop.co.uk
Store Website
4.03 miles

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SPAR Thornfalcon Garage
SPAR
Thornfalcon
Taunton
TA3 5NN
01823 442205
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Anvil Equine Veterinary Clinic
Withy Orchard Stathe Road Burrowbridge Taunton Somerset TA7 0RY 07989 430 606 jane@stanstedequine.co.uk 1.33 miles

Animals Treated
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Blake Veterinary Group Ltd
The Veterinary Surgery Showground Road Bridgwater Somerset TA6 6AJ 01278 451592 admin@blakevets.co.uk Website 3.52 miles

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Quantock Veterinary Hospital Limited
Cheetham House The Drove Bridgwater Somerset TA6 4BA 01278 450080 info@quantockvets.co.uk Website 4.71 miles
Amenities
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Community Pet Clinic
Gallagher Retail Park Bridgwater Somerset TA6 4AB Bridgwater@jollyes.co.uk Website 4.73 miles


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Companion Care (Bridgwater) Ltd T/A Vets4pets
Inside Pets At Home Bridgewater Retail Park The Clink Bridgwater Somerset TA6 4AB 01278422738 4.73 miles


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Blake Vets East Quay
Unit 3 Robins Drive Bridgwater Somerset TA6 4DL 01278 459 913 admin@blakevets.co.uk Website 4.83 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Kings Cliff
Dancing Hill Bridgwater Lancashire TA6 6NG 4.88 miles

Location what3words impose.remit.spoke

Wind Down
Located On The Quantock Hills There Is A Layby Off Enmore Road Enough For No More Than 4 Cars. The Route I Do Is Usually Just About Half A Mile Long But There Are Numerous Paths To Follow So You Could Easily Make A Longer Walk. Horse Riders As Well As Dog Walkers Use The Wood. There Are No Signposts Or Colour Coding For Paths Even Though It Is Owned By The Forestry Commission. Unnamed Road Bridgwater Lancashire TA5 2EF 8.44 miles

Location what3words songbirds.backfired.shirts

West Huntspill River Bank
Free Parking, Lots Of Open Area To Walk Your Dogs Off Lead, Can Walk From West Huntspill Along River Bank To Highbridge. 6 Old Pawlett Rd West Huntspill Highbridge TA9 3RQ 8.57 miles

Location what3words second.profited.broached

Westhay Nature Reserve
Westhay Moor Drove Glastonbury Lancashire BA6 9TX 9.01 miles

Location what3words lightens.lamppost.husbands

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 9.87 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.

Netherclay Community Woodland
3 Netherclay Bishop'S Hull Taunton TA1 5ED 10.23 miles Taunton

Location what3words third.storm.ashes

Weather Forecast

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	Clear	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	-13.3°C	-14.2°C	-14.9°C	-15.4°C	-15.5°C	-14°C	-11.6°C	-9.5°C	-8°C	-7.2°C	-8.2°C	-9.5°C
Feels Like	-22°C	-22.9°C	-23.5°C	-23.1°C	-23°C	-21.9°C	-17.6°C	-14.3°C	-11.1°C	-10.1°C	-12.2°C	-14.8°C

Monday	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	Partly Cloudy	Cloudy	Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Partly Cloudy	Overcast
Temp	-9.5°C	-8.4°C	-7.4°C	-6.6°C	-5.2°C	-2.6°C	0.9°C	3.6°C	4.1°C	2.6°C	0.6°C	-4.8°C
Feels Like	-15.3°C	-14.7°C	-14°C	-13.5°C	-12.3°C	-9.3°C	-4.8°C	-1.1°C	-0.1°C	-1.2°C	-3.2°C	-9.5°C

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

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Temp	-1.6°C	-1.5°C	-2°C	-2.3°C	-1.2°C	1°C	3.5°C	5.1°C	4.9°C	3.5°C	5.8°C	2.9°C
Feels Like	-5.8°C	-5.8°C	-6.2°C	-6.3°C	-5°C	-2.8°C	-0.1°C	1.8°C	2.1°C	1.1°C	2.9°C	-0.7°C

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