Welcome to Blackdown

Blackdown is a small village located in the county of Dorset, England. It is situated on the western edge of the Blackdown Hills, which is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and offers stunning views of the surrounding hills. The village is home to a small community of residents who enjoy the peace and tranquility of rural life.

The village of Blackdown has a rich history dating back to the Roman times. The area was once a thriving agricultural community, and evidence of this can still be seen in the many farms and fields that surround the village. Today, the village is a popular destination for tourists who come to enjoy the beautiful countryside and explore the many historic sites in the area. The village is also home to a number of small businesses, including a pub, a post office, and a village shop.

One of the main attractions of Blackdown is the Blackdown Hills themselves. The hills offer a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, cycling, and horse riding. There are also a number of nature reserves in the area, which are home to a variety of wildlife, including rare birds and butterflies. The village is also close to the Jurassic Coast, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and offers some of the most stunning coastal scenery in the UK. Overall, Blackdown is a beautiful and peaceful village that offers visitors a chance to escape the hustle and bustle of modern life and enjoy the natural beauty of the English countryside.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
Thorncombe, St Mary's Church Of England Primary Academy
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Head Teacher
Mrs Jessica Evans
Chard Street
Thorncombe
Chard
Somerset
TA20 4NE
146030535
School Website
Marshwood C Of E Primary Academy
Academy Converter
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Peter Beare
Marshwood
Bridport
Dorset
DT6 5QA
01297678224
School Website
Broadwindsor Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Jean-Paul Draper
Drimpton Road
Broadwindsor
Beaminster
Dorset
DT8 3QL
01308868376
School Website
Winsham Primary School
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:2-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Emma Johns
Church Street
Winsham
Near Chard
Somerset
TA20 4HU
146030377
School Website
Hawkchurch Church Of England School
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Ages:2-11
Head Teacher
Mr Christopher Threlfalll
Hawkchurch
Axminster
Devon
EX13 5XD
1297678331
School Website
Parrett And Axe Church Of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Simon Smith
Fairoak Way
Mosterton
Beaminster
Dorset
DT8 3JQ
01308868492
School Website
Maiden Beech Academy
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Ages:9-13
Head Teacher
Mr Carl Winch
Lyme Road
Crewkerne
Somerset
TA18 8HG
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School Website
Tatworth Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Tracey Hart
School Lane
Tatworth
Chard
Somerset
TA20 2RX
01460220565
School Website
Mountjoy School
Community Special School
Ages:3-19
Head Teacher
Miss Gillian Howard
Tunnel Road
Beaminster
Dorset
DT8 3HB
01308861155
School Website
Beaminster St Marys Academy
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Darren Marklew
Clay Lane
Beaminster
Dorset
DT8 3BY
01308862201
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Crewkerne
Station Road, Crewkerne, Somerset, TA18 8AL
5.05 Miles
Axminster
Station Yard, Axminster, Devon, EX13 5PF
7.14 Miles
Yeovil Junction
Off Newton Road, Stoford, Somerset, BA22 9UU
12.83 Miles
Maiden Newton
Station Road, Maiden Newton, Dorset, DT2 0AE
12.84 Miles
Yetminster
Chapel Lane, Yetminster, Dorset, DT9 6LH
13.38 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Gem Taxis
01460 221123
35 Wellings Close, Chard, Somerset, TA20 2RY
4.61 Miles
Dave's Taxi
07532 211270
22 Tunnel Rd, Beaminster, Dorset, DT8 3BN
4.94 Miles
Pete's Taxis
01308 488790
37 Pitchers, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 5QS
5.32 Miles
Tims Taxis
01308 488010
16 Pitchers, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 5QS
5.32 Miles
Currans Private Hire
01460 271625
Oak Dr, Crewkerne, Somerset, TA18 7DN
5.59 Miles
Beaminster Taxis
01308 862894
212 Gerrards Green, Beaminster, Dorset, DT8 3ED
5.62 Miles
Steve's Cabs
01308 861010
73 Flaxfield Road, Beaminster, Dorset, DT8 3EY
5.63 Miles
Kings Taxis
01460 63743
63 Henson Park, Chard, Somerset, TA20 1NH
5.72 Miles
Paynes Premier Travel
01297 35895
3 Weycroft Avenue, Axminster, Devon, EX13 5HU
6.04 Miles
Floyds Taxis And Mini Buses
01297 560733
The Street, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 6PN
6.13 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Dt8 Blackdown
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Dt8 Coles Cross
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Laymore
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Sadborow Pound
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Greenham
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Thorncombe
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Dt8 Burstock
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Dt8 Drimpton
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Dt6 Marshwood Po
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Dt8 Netherhay
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Dt8 Sand Pit
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Dt6 Lamberts Castle
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Crewkerne Health Centre, Crewkerne
01460 72435
Crewkerne Health Centre
Middle Path
Crewkerne
Somerset
TA18 8BX
West One Surgery
West Street
Crewkerne
Somerset
TA18 8AY
Ammonite Health Partnership (Tunnel Road Surgery)
24 Tunnel Road
Beaminster
Dorset
DT8 3AB
The Henhayes Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2
South Street
Crewkerne
TA18 8DA
The Henhayes Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service
South Street
Crewkerne
TA18 8DA
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Local Stores

Beaminster
23 The Square
Beaminster
Dorset
DT8 3AU
01308 862226
shop.4815@coop.co.uk
Store Website
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SPAR Orchard Way
Mosterton Village shop
Orchard Way
Mosterton
DT8 3LT
01308 301296
Store Website
4.0 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Synergy Farm Health Ltd
Unit 1 Lower Coombe
Coombe Farm
Crewkerne
Somerset
TA18 8RL
01935 83682
office@synergyfarmhealth.com
Website
4.40 miles
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Medivet Beaminster (Girling &Amp; Bowditch Vet Surgeons Beaminster)
Honeysuckle Veterinary Surgery
Tunnel Road
Beaminster
Dorset
DT8 3HB
01308 862 312
beaminster@medivet.co.uk
Website
4.70 miles
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Kingfisher Veterinary Practice Crewkerne
Tower Hill Road
Crewkerne
Somerset
TA18 8EQ
01460 72443
office@kingfishervets.co.uk
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Kingfisher Veterinary Practice Chard
Glynswood Veterinary Centre
Furnham Road
Chard
Somerset
TA20 1AF
01460 66111
office@kingfishervets.co.uk
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Open at weekends

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Minster Veterinary Services Ltd
10 Bath Street
Chard
Somerset
TA20 2ET
01460 261150
minstervets@hotmail.co.uk
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Coombefield Veterinary Hospital
Coombe Lane
Axminster
Devon
EX13 5AX
01297 630500
reception@axvets.co.uk
Website
6.76 miles
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Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Local Dog Walks

Langdon Hill / Woods
A Great Circular Walk With Some Gentle Inclines And Stunning Views. Generally A Mud-Free(Ish) Walk. Also Gateway To The Highest Point On The South Coast - Golden Cap. A Definite 'Must Walk' As It Is Breathtaking Up There. Keep Dogs On Leads At The Top Of The Cliff As There Have Been A Few Canine Deaths Where The Dog Has Chased A Seagull Over The Edge. :(
Langdon Ln
Lancashire
6.20 miles

From Bridport Head Up The A35 Towards Lyme Regis. As Soon As You Leave Village Of Chideock You Start To Climb Hill (Dual Carriageway Section). Stay In Left Hand Lane When You Reach The Top, Turn Left Before The Layby. Left Again And Along Badly Maintained Lane. At The End (A Few Hundred Yards) Turn Right And That Leads Straight Into The Car Park. Watch The Speed Humps They Are Vicious!
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Langdon Hill
A Circular Woodland Walk With Spectacular Views And Wildlife.
DT6 6JW
6.34 miles

From Bridport Drive Through Chideock Village On The A35, At The Top Of The Hill Take The Next Left Into The Lane.
Frogmary Green Farm
Small Walk In Fields And Around A Lake, Area To Picnic, Cafe And Other Facilities.
West Street
Lancashire
8.64 miles

Plenty Of Parking
Location
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West Bay To Charmouth
Follow The Coast Path To Charmouth (About 14Km). The Route Is Very Hilly And Takes You Up Golden Cap, The Highest Point On The South Coast. There Are A Number To Points Where The Path Dips Down To A Small Settlement Where You Can Gain Refreshments, Finish The Walk Or Treat It As A Position To Turn Back From.
The Chapel On The Beach
W Bay Rd
West Bay
Bridport
DT6 4EN
8.80 miles

Start From West Bay (What3words: ///Officials.Bunkers.Commander), Where There Is Pay And Display Parking And Plenty Of Cafes To Top-Up The Caffeine Before Setting Out.
Location
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Ham Hill Country Park
77 Ham Hill Rd
Stoke-Sub-Hamdon
Lancashire
TA14 6RW
9.90 miles

Signposted From Stoke Sub Hamdon
Location
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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
10.03 miles

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