Welcome to Batcombe

Batcombe is a small village located in the county of Dorset, England. The village is situated in a picturesque valley surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields. The village is known for its beautiful countryside, which attracts many visitors throughout the year. The village has a rich history, and there are many historic buildings and landmarks to explore.

One of the most notable landmarks in Batcombe is the St. Mary's Church. The church dates back to the 13th century and is a beautiful example of medieval architecture. The church is located on a hill overlooking the village and offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The church is open to visitors throughout the year, and there are often events and services held here.

Batcombe is also home to a number of small businesses and shops. The village has a post office, a village store, and a pub. The pub, called The Three Horseshoes, is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike. The pub serves traditional English food and has a cozy atmosphere, making it the perfect place to relax after a day of exploring the village and surrounding countryside. Overall, Batcombe is a charming village that offers visitors a glimpse into rural life in England.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
Sticklands Church Of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Ruth Adler
Summer Lane
Evershot
Dorchester
Dorset
DT2 0JP
0 193583287
School Website
Cerne Abbas Church Of England Voluntary Controlled First School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:5-9
Head Teacher
Mrs Catherine Cresswell
Duck Street
Dorchester
Dorset
DT2 7LA
01300341319
School Website
Maiden Newton Greenford Church Of England Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Vanessa Higgins
Chilfrome Lane
Maiden Newton
Dorchester
Dorset
DT2 0AX
01300320644
School Website
Buckland Newton Church Of England Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:2-11
Head Teacher
Mr Phillip Sales
Buckland Newton
Dorchester
Dorset
DT2 7BY
1300345393
School Website
St Andrew's Church Of England Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Julie Simpson
Stonyacres
Yetminster
Sherborne
Dorset
DT9 6LS
1935872430
School Website
Leweston School
Other Independent School
Ages:11-19
Head Teacher
Mrs John Paget-Tomlinson
Sherborne
Dorset
DT9 6EN
01963210691
School Website
Thornford Cofe Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Neela Brooking
Boot Lane
Thornford
Sherborne
Dorset
DT9 6QY
1935872706
School Website
Piddle Valley Church Of England First School
Academy Converter
Ages:2-9
Head Teacher
Mrs Jayne Browne
Piddletrenthide
Dorchester
Dorset
DT2 7QL
01300348219
School Website
St Mary's Church Of England Primary School, Bradford Abbas
Academy Converter
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Miss Emma Grunnill
Mill Lane
Sherborne
Dorset
DT9 6RH
1935476515
School Website
Barwick And Stoford Community Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Ms James Rich
South View
Barwick
Yeovil
Somerset
BA22 9TH
01935476736
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Maiden Newton
Station Road, Maiden Newton, Dorset, DT2 0AE
3.89 Miles
Yetminster
Chapel Lane, Yetminster, Dorset, DT9 6LH
4.50 Miles
Chetnole
Stockwood Road, Chetnole, Dorset, DT9 6EP
4.67 Miles
Thornford
Thornford Road, Thornford, Dorset, DT9 6PT
6.28 Miles
Yeovil Junction
Off Newton Road, Stoford, Somerset, BA22 9UU
7.00 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Charlton Down Taxis
01305 757515
Cherry Tree House, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 9UZ
6.82 Miles
A-2-B Distance Travel
01935 816263
51 Clanfield, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 6BE
7.43 Miles
Beaver Cabs Ltd
01935 816620
Sherborne Railway Station, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 3NB
7.72 Miles
Charger Plate Hire
07974 691489
16 Lower Wraxhill Road, Yeovil, Somerset, BA20 2JU
7.89 Miles
Sj Executive Cars
01305 266443
4 Ellerslie Close, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 9QQ
7.97 Miles
Economy Cabs
01935 817817
5 Barton Gardens, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 4BE
8.06 Miles
H And H Cars
01935 817766
2 The Green, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 3HX
8.12 Miles
H And H Cars Ltd
01935 345001
2 The Green, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 3HX
8.12 Miles
Budget Cabs
07749 329577
80 Rowan Way, Yeovil, Somerset, BA20 2NS
8.21 Miles
Beaminster Taxis
01308 862894
212 Gerrards Green, Beaminster, Dorset, DT8 3ED
8.25 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Dt2 Batcombe
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Evershot Surgery
Evershot
Dorchester
Dorset
DT2 0JR
Cerne Abbas Surgery
01300 341666
The Cerne Abbas Practice
51 Long St, Cerne Abbas
Dorchester
Dorset
DT2 7JG
Ammonite Health Partnership (Maiden Newton Surgery)
Pound Piece
Maiden Newton
Dorchester
DT2 0DB
Yetminster Medical Centre
01935 872530
The Surgery
Church Street
Yetminster
Sherborne
DT9 6LG
Sherborne School Health Centre
26 Acreman Street
Sherborne
Dorset
DT9 3NX
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Local Stores

Sherborne
Westbridge Park
Sherborne
Dorset
DT9 6AW
01935 815567
Store Website
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SPAR Maiden Newton
SPAR Maiden Newton
Dorchester Road
Maiden Newton
DT2 0BA
01300 320312
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Holnest Park Equine Limited
Green Lane Farm
Glanvilles Wootton
Sherborne
Dorset
DT9 5PY
07930 150269
paul-legerton@tiscali.co.uk
Website
4.46 miles
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Equines

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Wellpets
The Exchange
High Street
Yetminster
Sherborne
Dorset
DT9 6LF
01935 873432
admin.yetminster@wellpets.co.uk
Website
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Synergy Farm Health Ltd
The Transmission Hall
Rampisham Business Centre
Rampisham Down
Maiden Newton
Dorset
DT2 0HS
01935 83682
office@synergyfarmhealth.com
Website
4.64 miles
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Open at weekends

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Fond Farewell Vets
Longlands
Southover
Frampton
Dorchester
Dorset
DT2 9NQ
01300 320 332
info@fondfarewellvets.co.uk
Website
5.59 miles
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Swan House Animal Hospital
Swan House
Lower Acreman Street
Sherborne
Dorset
DT9 3EX
01935 816228
swanhouse@newtonclarkepartnership.co.uk
Website
7.83 miles
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Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Yeovil Vets4pets Ltd
Unit 11, The Peel Centre
Babylon Hill
Yeovil
Somerset
BA21 5BT
yeovil@vets4pets.com
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Local Dog Walks

Cerne Abbas Giant Walk
A Beautiful Walk At The Giant. Many Difficult Paths You Can Take. There Is A River Where You Dog Can Cool Down As.Some Times There Are Sheep But You Can Always Take A Different Route.
10 Abbey St
Cerne Abbas
Dorchester
DT2 7JQ
3.33 miles

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Ninesprings Yeovil Country Park
Great All-Rounder Of A Walk, There Is A Play Park Area For The Kids, Ducks To Feed, And Plenty Of Things To Sniff! If Your Brave Head Up The Hill Side, Into The Wooded Area, Much More Interesting Place To Explore. Great Place To Socialise Your Four-Legged Friend Too, There Is Always Other Dogs Of All Shapes An Sizes!
1 Church St
Yeovil
Lancashire
BA20 1HE
8.48 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
8.73 miles

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Hardy Monument Dorset
This 7Km Route Includes Heathland, Woods And Farmland. It Is Hilly, But With Plenty Of Views Across The Dorset Countryside.
Dorchester
10.05 miles

If In A Car, Park At The Hardy Monument (What3words: ///Version.Frown.Kilowatt) And Enjoy The View Out To Sea And Across The Countryside Before Starting The Walk. There Is A Width Limit So, If You Are In A Motorhome Or Van, You May Need To Park In The Car Park To The East Of The Monument.
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Ham Hill Country Park
77 Ham Hill Rd
Stoke-Sub-Hamdon
Lancashire
TA14 6RW
11.73 miles

Signposted From Stoke Sub Hamdon
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Ham Hill Country Park
This Is A Well Known Dog Walking Area With The Locals!It Has A Number Of Different Fenced Off Fields For Friendly Dogs To Roam Freely! The Local Pub Is Also Do Friendly With Great Staff. Parking Can Be An Issue As Its So Popular But There Are Many Parking Areas Tucked Along Ham Hill Road! Persevere As You Will Enjoy This Easy Walk With So Many Friendly People And A Vast Array Of Dogs Walked In The Country Park!
77 Ham Hill Rd
Stoke-Sub-Hamdon
Lancashire
TA14 6RW
11.85 miles

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