Welcome to Thorncombe

Thorncombe is a small village located in the county of Dorset, England. It is situated in the West Dorset district and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is known for its picturesque thatched cottages, historic buildings, and charming atmosphere. Thorncombe is a popular destination for tourists who are looking for a peaceful and relaxing holiday.

One of the main attractions in Thorncombe is the St. Mary's Church, which dates back to the 13th century. The church is a beautiful example of Gothic architecture and features stunning stained glass windows, intricate carvings, and a peaceful atmosphere. Visitors can also explore the village's historic buildings, including the Old School House, which was built in the 19th century and now serves as a community center.

Thorncombe is also a great place for outdoor enthusiasts, with plenty of opportunities for hiking, cycling, and horse riding. The village is surrounded by rolling hills, lush green fields, and picturesque woodlands, making it the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an active holiday, Thorncombe has something to offer everyone.

Local Schools

School	Details
Thorncombe, St Mary's Church Of England Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jessica Evans	Chard Street Thorncombe Chard Somerset TA20 4NE 146030535 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
Marshwood C Of E Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Peter Beare	Marshwood Bridport Dorset DT6 5QA 01297678224 School Website
Hawkchurch Church Of England School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr Christopher Threlfalll	Hawkchurch Axminster Devon EX13 5XD 1297678331 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
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
St Andrews C Of E Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Donna Butler	Chardstock Axminster Devon EX13 7BJ 01460220534 School Website
Avishayes Community Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Ms Clare Rinaldi	Fairway Rise Chard Somerset TA20 1NS 0 146063050 School Website
Manor Court Community Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Luke Talmage	Duck Lane Chard Somerset TA20 2ES 0 146062350 School Website
Chard School Other Independent School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Katie Hill	Monmouth House Fore Street Chard Somerset TA20 1QA 146063234 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Crewkerne Station Road, Crewkerne, Somerset, TA18 8AL 5.85 Miles

Axminster Station Yard, Axminster, Devon, EX13 5PF 6.10 Miles

Honiton Church Hill, Honiton, Devon, EX14 2DA 13.31 Miles

Yeovil Junction Off Newton Road, Stoford, Somerset, BA22 9UU 13.82 Miles

Maiden Newton Station Road, Maiden Newton, Dorset, DT2 0AE 14.18 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Gem Taxis 01460 221123 35 Wellings Close, Chard, Somerset, TA20 2RY 3.29 Miles
Kings Taxis 01460 63743 63 Henson Park, Chard, Somerset, TA20 1NH 4.62 Miles
Paynes Premier Travel 01297 35895 3 Weycroft Avenue, Axminster, Devon, EX13 5HU 4.96 Miles
Wood's Taxi Services 01460 64179 15 Elizabeth Way, Chard, Somerset, TA20 1BY 5.08 Miles
Axminster Cabs Ltd 01297 34000 43 Victoria Place, Axminster, Devon, EX13 5NQ 5.78 Miles
Axminster Taxis 01297 34000 43 Victoria Place, Axminster, Devon, EX13 5NQ 5.78 Miles
A To B Taxis Axminster 01297 33900 22 Kirby Close, Axminster, Devon, EX13 5JA 5.90 Miles
Craig's Taxis 01308 861000 1 Avery Cottage Axminster Road, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 6PA 6.06 Miles
Floyds Taxis And Mini Buses 01297 560733 The Street, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 6PN 6.09 Miles
Currans Private Hire 01460 271625 Oak Dr, Crewkerne, Somerset, TA18 7DN 6.21 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Thorncombe Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Winsham Post Office Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
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Dt6 Lamberts Castle Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Ariel Healthcare - St. Marys	St. Marys Crescent Chard TA20 2DZ
Tawstock Medical Centre, Chard 01460 67763	Tawstock Medical Centre St Mary's Crescent Chard Somerset TA20 2DZ
Ariel Healthcare 01460 63071	59 Fore Street Chard Somerset TA20 1QA
Springmead Surgery, Chard 01460 64457	Springmead Surgery Summerfields Road Chard Somerset TA20 2EW
Crewkerne Health Centre, Crewkerne 01460 72435	Crewkerne Health Centre Middle Path Crewkerne Somerset TA18 8BX

Local Stores

Axminster - South Street
11 South Street
Axminster
Devon
EX13 5AD
01297 32157
shop.5855@coop.co.uk
Store Website
5.77 miles

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SPAR Orchard Way
Mosterton Village shop
Orchard Way
Mosterton
DT8 3LT
01308 301296
Store Website
5.2 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Minster Veterinary Services Ltd
10 Bath Street Chard Somerset TA20 2ET 01460 261150 minstervets@hotmail.co.uk 4.65 miles

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Synergy Farm Health Ltd
Unit 1 Lower Coombe Coombe Farm Crewkerne Somerset TA18 8RL 01935 83682 office@synergyfarmhealth.com Website 4.68 miles

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Kingfisher Veterinary Practice Chard
Glynswood Veterinary Centre Furnham Road Chard Somerset TA20 1AF 01460 66111 office@kingfishervets.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 Website 5.46 miles
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Coombefield Veterinary Hospital
Coombe Lane Axminster Devon EX13 5AX 01297 630500 reception@axvets.co.uk Website 5.73 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 6.03 miles
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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 6.78 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 7.00 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 8.76 miles Plenty Of Parking

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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 9.70 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.

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Castle Neroche
Hare Ln Lancashire 10.00 miles

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Ham Hill Country Park
77 Ham Hill Rd Stoke-Sub-Hamdon Lancashire TA14 6RW 10.40 miles Signposted From Stoke Sub Hamdon

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