Welcome to Bruton

Bruton is a small town located in Somerset, England. It is situated in the valley of the River Brue and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The town has a rich history dating back to the Roman times, and there are many historic buildings and landmarks to explore. One of the most notable landmarks is the Bruton Dovecote, which dates back to the 16th century and is now a Grade II listed building.

Bruton is also home to a number of cultural attractions, including the Hauser & Wirth art gallery. This contemporary art gallery is housed in a restored 18th-century farm complex and features exhibitions by some of the world's most renowned artists. The town is also known for its annual Bruton Packhorse Fair, which has been held for over 500 years and attracts visitors from all over the country.

Despite its small size, Bruton has a thriving community and a range of amenities. There are several pubs, restaurants, and cafes in the town, as well as a variety of independent shops and boutiques. The town also has a primary school, a secondary school, and a community hospital. With its picturesque setting, rich history, and vibrant community, Bruton is a charming and welcoming town that is well worth a visit.

Local Weather

Partly Cloudy

Temp: 3.4°C

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Wind: 22.1 MPH

Wind Dir: WNW

Local Schools

School Details
King's Bruton
Other Independent School
Ages:13-18
Head Teacher
Mr Ian Wilmshurst
Plox
Bruton
Somerset
BA10 0ED
1749814200
School Website
Bruton Primary School
Foundation School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Rachael Bisset
Higher Backway
Bruton
Somerset
BA10 0DP
01749812331
School Website
Sexeys School
Academy Converter
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mr Helen Cullen
Cole Road
Bruton
Somerset
BA10 0DF
01749813393
School Website
Ansford Academy Trust
Academy Converter
Ages:11-16
Head Teacher
Mrs Rachel Purnell
Maggs Lane
Castle Cary
Somerset
BA7 7JJ
01963350895
School Website
Castle Cary Community Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Sarah Martin
Park Street
Castle Cary
Somerset
BA7 7EH
01963350520
School Website
Upton Noble C Of E Vc Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mr Rachael Bisset
Upton Noble
Shepton Mallet
Somerset
BA4 6AU
01749850375
School Website
Evercreech Church Of England Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Norma Anselm
Paradise Crescent
Evercreech
Shepton Mallet
Somerset
BA4 6EH
01749830447
School Website
Ditcheat Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Rachael Bisset
Ditcheat
Shepton Mallet
Somerset
BA4 6RB
01749860329
School Website
King Arthur's School
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:11-16
Head Teacher
Mrs Jen Jacklin
West Hill
Wincanton
Somerset
BA9 9BX
196332368
School Website
Our Lady Of Mount Carmel Catholic Primary
Academy Converter
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Danuta Girton
Tout Hill
Wincanton
Somerset
BA9 9DH
196332660
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Bruton
Station Approach Road, Bruton, Somerset, BA10 0EH
0.15 Miles
Castle Cary
Station Wharf, Castle Cary, Somerset, BA7 7PE
3.18 Miles
Templecombe
Station Road, Templecombe, Somerset, BA8 0JR
7.77 Miles
Gillingham (Dorset)
Station Yard, Gillingham, Dorset, SP8 4PZ
9.47 Miles
Frome
Station Approach, Off Wallbridge, Frome, Somerset, BA11 1RE
10.06 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Anzford Cars
07831 249441
15 Mullins Way, Castle Cary, Somerset, BA7 7LU
3.09 Miles
Mums Taxi
07711 572038
The Rank, Castle Cary, Somerset, BA7 7PE
3.24 Miles
Dovecot Cabs
01749 812098
7 Kiln Drive, Shepton Mallet, Somerset, BA4 6DT
3.48 Miles
Chinnock Taxis
01749 831529
7 Kiln Drive, Shepton Mallet, Somerset, BA4 6DT
3.48 Miles
Number Seven Taxis
01963 351015
7 Park Av, Castle Cary, Somerset, BA7 7HE
3.60 Miles
Castle Cary Taxis
01963 351333
7 Park Av, Castle Cary, Somerset, BA7 7HE
3.60 Miles
Dax Travel Private Hire
01963 34318
3 Locks Lane, Wincanton, Somerset, BA9 9JR
4.15 Miles
Cale Cabs
01963 34596
9 Greenway Cl, Wincanton, Somerset, BA9 9RH
4.46 Miles
Wincanton Taxis
01963 824269
2 Tything Way, Wincanton, Somerset, BA9 9EU
4.54 Miles
Alan's Cab
01963 33359
40 Southgate Dr, Wincanton, Somerset, BA9 9ET
4.62 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Quaperlake Street
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40 High Street
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Priority Mailbox:
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Westend
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Brue Close
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Burrowfield
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Lusty
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Sunnyhill
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Cole
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
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Pitcombe
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wyke Champflower
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
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Redlynch
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Upper Milton
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lamyatt
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lower Shepton Montague
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lower Milton
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Bruton Surgery
01749 812310
The Bruton Surgery
Patwell Lane
Bruton
Somerset
BA10 0EG
Millbrook Surgery, Castle Cary
01963 350210
Millbrook Surgery
Millbrook Gardens
Castle Cary
Somerset
BA7 7EE
Evercreech Surgery
Prestleigh Road
Evercreech
Shepton Mallet
Somerset
BA4 6JY
Wincanton Community Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2
Verrington Hospital
Verrington
Wincanton
BA9 9DQ
Wincanton Community Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service
Verrington Hospital
Verrington
Wincanton
BA9 9DQ
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Local Stores

Castle Cary
1 Fore Street
Castle Cary
Somerset
BA7 7BG
01963 350482
shop.4756@coop.co.uk
Store Website
3.13 miles
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SPAR Bruton
Bill the Butcher
SPAR 11 High Street
Bruton
BA10 0AB
01749 812388
Store Website
0.1 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Bruton Veterinary Surgery
25 High Street
Bruton
Somerset
BA10 0AH
01749 813291
vets@brutonvets.co.uk
Website
0.12 miles
Amenities
Client car park

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Cats

Dogs

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Stem Cell Vet Ltd
25 High Street
Bruton
Somerset
BA10 0AH
01749 813291
enquiry@stemcellvet.co.uk
Website
0.12 miles
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Delaware Veterinary Group
Fulford House
Torbay Road
Castle Cary
Somerset
BA7 7DT
01963 350307
office@delawarevets.co.uk
Website
3.64 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

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Equines

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Longmead Veterinary Surgery
Dyke'S Way
Wincanton
Somerset
BA9 9FQ
01963 400499
mail@longmeadvets.co.uk
Website
4.30 miles
Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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Southill Vets Ltd
The Surgery
Balsam Fields
Wincanton
Somerset
BA9 9HE
01963 33226
enquiries@southillvets.co.uk
Website
4.43 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Cattle

Dogs

Equines

Exotic/Wild

Pigs

Poultry

Sheep/Goats

Small Mammals

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Frome Equine Vets
Badgers Cross Equestrian
Cloford
Frome
Somerset
BA11 4PG
01373 310277
info@fromeequinevets.co.uk
Website
6.23 miles
Amenities
Client car park

Animals Treated
Equines

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Local Dog Walks

Alfred’S Tower
Lovely Walk Around Alfreds Tower, Through Woodland With Glimpses Of Countryside Views. Mostly Flat But Can Get Very Muddy If In Winter/Autumn Months. Dog Friendly, Free Parking And A Great Little Coffee/Snack Van Too!
King Alfred'S Tower Car Park
Tower Road
Lancashire
4.02 miles

Location
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Vallis Vale Walk
A Beautiful Walk Through Woodland Next To The Mells River. The Area Is Steeped In Industrial History And A Site Of Special Scientific Interest. Popular For Dogs In Summer As The River Is Accessible And It Is Flat And The Path Is Gravel But Can Get Muddy And Slippery In Wet Conditions. There Are Several Paths And The Main Path Goes To Mells, Or The East Mendip Way Is Accessible Going South.
Elm Ln
9.65 miles

Parking Available At Egford, Just Off Elm Lane. Walk To The Left From The Car Park Into Woods.
Location
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Heaven’S Gate
No Need To Pay To Get In To The Longleat Estate Ample Free Parking And A Short Walk To Stunning Views Over The Estate Looking Towards Frome. Longer Walks Can Be Found By Following Paths Into The Forest.
Unnamed Road
Lancashire
10.21 miles

On The Longleat Estate
Location
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Lytes Cary Manor
Fantastic Miles Of Land To Walk Your Dogs, Loads Of Open Space, Small Wooded Area, Dog Friendly, Dog Bins Available, Very Friendly Around The Place. Definitely Check It Out If You're Close.
Lytes Cary
10.75 miles

Location
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Shearwater Lake
This Is A Great Walk, There Is A Short Walk That Goes Around A Lake, But For Those Who Want To Go A Bit Further There Is An Extention To The Walk That Takes About 1/2 Hours.
74 Clay St
Crockerton
Warminster
BA12 8AF
11.46 miles

Frome
Location
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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
11.81 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.
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