Welcome to Thames Head

Thames Head is a small village located in the county of Gloucestershire, England. It is situated at the source of the River Thames, which is the longest river in England. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is a popular destination for tourists who come to see the source of the Thames.

The source of the Thames is a small spring that emerges from the ground in a field near the village. The spring is marked by a stone monument that was erected in the 19th century. Visitors can walk along the riverbank and see the spring, which is surrounded by lush vegetation and wildlife. The area around Thames Head is also popular for hiking and cycling, with many trails and paths leading through the countryside.

Thames Head is a peaceful and picturesque village that offers visitors a glimpse into the natural beauty of the English countryside. It is a popular destination for those who want to explore the source of the Thames and enjoy the tranquility of the surrounding area. Whether you are a nature lover, a history buff, or simply looking for a relaxing getaway, Thames Head is a must-visit destination in Gloucestershire.

Local Weather

Partly Cloudy

Temp: 8.1°C

Feels Like: 6.2°C

Wind: 6.9 MPH

Wind Dir: NNE

Local Schools

School	Details
Kemble Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Emma Morrogh-Ryan	School Road Kemble Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 6AG 1285770303 School Website
Royal Agricultural University Higher Education Institutions Head Teacher Professor Joanna Price	Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 6JS 1285652531 School Website
Cirencester Deer Park School Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Ms Richard Clutterbuck	Stroud Road Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 1XB 01285653447 School Website
Cirencester College Further Education Ages:16-99 Head Teacher Mr Jim Grant	Fosse Way Campus Stroud Road Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 1XA 1285640994 School Website
Rodmarton School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Matthew Smith	Rodmarton Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 6PE 01285841284 School Website
Chesterton Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Elizabeth Pringle	Apsley Road Chesterton Cirencester GL7 1SS 1285654796 School Website
Siddington Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Katie Cook	The Coach Road Siddington Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 6HL 1285652866 School Website
Paternoster School Academy Special Sponsor Led Ages:2-17 Head Teacher Mrs Jennifer Laird	Watermoor Road Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 1JR 1285652480 School Website
Powells Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Helen Cooper	Gloucester Street Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 2DJ 01285653799 School Website
Sapperton Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Matt Blacker	Sapperton Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 6LQ 01285760325 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Kemble Windmill Hill, Kemble, Gloucestershire, GL7 6AW 1.19 Miles

Stroud Station Road, Stroud, Gloucestershire, GL5 3AP 8.84 Miles

Stonehouse Burdett Road, Stonehouse, Gloucestershire, GL10 2JW 11.30 Miles

Swindon Station Road, Swindon, Wiltshire, SN1 1DQ 13.77 Miles

Cam And Dursley Box Road, Near Cam, Gloucestershire, GL11 5DJ 14.35 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
A2b Taxis Of Cirencester 01285 655651 Chesterton Social Club, Cirencester, Gloucestershire, GL7 1YE 2.99 Miles
Cirecenster Radio Cars 01285 650850 111 Cricklade Street, Cirencester, Gloucestershire, GL7 1JF 3.04 Miles
Freefone Taxi 0800 032 5412 35 Leaholme Ct/The Avenue, Cirencester, Gloucestershire, GL7 1EG 3.06 Miles
Cirencester Where 2 Taxi 01285 656148 Stepstairs Ln, Cirencester, Gloucestershire, GL7 1LA 3.08 Miles
Centurion Taxis 01285 659288 34 Stepstairs La, Cirencester, Gloucestershire, GL7 1LA 3.08 Miles
Brians Cabs 01285 655299 16 Nursery Cottages, Cirencester, Gloucestershire, GL7 1GD 3.20 Miles
Cirencester Taxis 01285 642767 Paget House/The Waterloo, Cirencester, Gloucestershire, GL7 2QF 3.21 Miles
Richard's Taxi's 01285 655999 22 Melmore Gdns, Cirencester, Gloucestershire, GL7 1NR 3.27 Miles
Kemble Station Cabs 01285 770055 239 Alexander Drive, Cirencester, Gloucestershire, GL7 1NR 3.27 Miles
Airport Travel Direct 01285 658001 79 Shepherds Way, Cirencester, Gloucestershire, GL7 2EU 3.35 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Trewsbury Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Coates Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dockham Hse Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tarlton Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kemble Station Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Windmill Rd Kemble Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Church St Kemble Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Royal Agricuture College Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ewen Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cranhams Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Raf Kemble Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Chesterton Pk Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kemble Wick Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Rodmarton Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Countess Lilias Rd Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Kemble Surgery	Church Road Kemble Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 6AE
Royal Agricultural College	Tetbury Road Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 6JS
Phoenix Health Group 01285 652056	Phoenix Cirencester 9 Chesterton Lane Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 1XG
Cirencester Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Cirencester Hospital Tetbury Road Cirencester GL7 1UY
Cirencester Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Cirencester Hospital Tetbury Road Cirencester GL7 1UY

Local Stores

Petrol Cirencester
Burford Road
Harebushes
Cirencester
Gloucestershire
GL7 5DS
01285 648940
Store Website
4.12 miles

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SPAR - Abbey Way
Abbey Way
Cirencester
GL7 2DR
01285 653560
Store Website
3.1 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Martin And Manifold Vets Ltd
Unit 6 Querns Business Centre Whitworth Road Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 1RT 01285707470 info@martinandmanifoldvets.co.uk Website 2.90 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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The Sidings Veterinary Surgery
Sheep Street Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 1QW 01285 643146 sidingsvets@btconnect.com Website 2.90 miles
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Animals Treated
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Benson &Amp; Babb
45 Lewis Lane Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 1EA 01285 653151 3.08 miles
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Animals Treated
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24 hour emergency cover
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24 hour emergency cover

Cirencester Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Unit 4, Cirencester Retail Park Bridge Road Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 1PT 01285 886360 cirencester@vets4pets.com 3.15 miles
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Animals Treated
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Ashcroft Veterinary Surgery
Elliott Road Love Lane Cirencester Gloucestershire GL7 1YS 01285 653683 mail@ashcroftvets.org.uk Website 3.16 miles
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Animals Treated
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Waterlane Equine Vets
Fourways Waterlane Oakridge Stroud Gloucestershire GL6 7PH 01452 770 268 waterlaneequine@gmail.com Website 4.79 miles
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Animals Treated
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Emergencies only
Sun	closed	closed

Local Dog Walks

Cirencester Park Cecily Hill Gates
Cirencester Park - Cecily Hill Gates Cecily Hill Cirencester Lancashire GL7 2EF 2.86 miles

Location what3words clattered.flaunting.glare

Rodborough Common
A Short, Circular Dog Walk Around Rodborough Common. It Is Located North Of Minchinhampton Common And Is Notified For Its Biological And Geological Importance. GL5 5BP 8.29 miles In The Cotswold Hills, South Of Stroud And North Of Minchinhampton Common. Just Off The A419 Swindon To Stroud Road.

Selsley Common
Beautiful Walk, Lots Of Different Paths To Take, The Cows Are Hilarious. Selsley Common 9.69 miles Plenty Of Free Parking

Location what3words redouble.fairly.divided

Westonbirt Arboretum
Lovely Walk Around Westonbirt, Bit Pricey To Get In. Lots Of People With Other Dogs And Have To Stick To Certain Areas With Your Dog As There Are Dog Free Zones. Can Get Quite Muddy So Wellies Would Be Advised. Mitchell Dr Tetbury Lancashire GL8 8QS 9.86 miles

Location what3words bungalows.funky.crowbar

Painswick Beacon
Beautiful Walk With Stunning Views. You Do Need To Be Mindful Of The Golfers, Who Are Very Tolerant Of The Odd Dog Who Wants To Chase The Ball. Painswick Beacon Painswick 10.49 miles

Location what3words lowest.focus.agree

Edge Valley Of Gloucester
A Walk Through The Woods Along The Side Of A Spur In The Valley Of Gloucester. Established Tracks Available But Always Best To Create Your Own. Cotswold Way Stroud GL6 6PR 10.61 miles

Location what3words amphibian.motivates.crass

Weather Forecast

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	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Cloudy	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Thundery outbreaks in nearby	Thundery outbreaks in nearby	Heavy rain
Temp	17.2°C	14.4°C	15.6°C	15.5°C	16.7°C	18.5°C	19.4°C	20°C	19.9°C	18.9°C	16.7°C	15.4°C
Feels Like	17.2°C	16°C	15.6°C	15.5°C	16.7°C	18.5°C	19.4°C	20°C	19.9°C	18.9°C	16.7°C	15.3°C

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	Fog	Moderate or heavy rain in area with thunder	Patchy light rain	Patchy light rain	Mist	Overcast	Overcast	Thundery outbreaks in nearby	Partly Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Clear
Temp	14.5°C	13.9°C	13.5°C	13.4°C	13.9°C	15.1°C	16.8°C	19.4°C	20.6°C	20.2°C	17.8°C	15°C
Feels Like	14°C	13.4°C	13°C	12.7°C	13.2°C	14.6°C	16.7°C	19.3°C	20.6°C	20.2°C	17.8°C	14.3°C

Friday	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	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear
Temp	13.3°C	11.1°C	9.3°C	8.1°C	11.2°C	15.1°C	18.6°C	20.8°C	21.4°C	21°C	17.4°C	14.9°C
Feels Like	12.1°C	9.4°C	7.3°C	6°C	9.6°C	14.3°C	18.4°C	20.7°C	21.4°C	21°C	17.4°C	14.5°C

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