Welcome to Chedzoy

Chedzoy is a small village located in the county of Somerset, England. It is situated approximately 3 miles east of the town of Bridgwater and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a population of around 400 people and is known for its historic church, St. Mary's, which dates back to the 13th century. The church is a Grade II listed building and is a popular attraction for visitors to the area.

The village of Chedzoy has a rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the Bronze Age. The name Chedzoy is believed to have originated from the Old English words 'cead' and 'sae', meaning 'landing place on the river'. The River Parrett runs through the village and has played an important role in its development over the centuries. In the 19th century, Chedzoy was a thriving agricultural community, with many of its residents working on the surrounding farms.

Today, Chedzoy is a peaceful and picturesque village, with a strong sense of community. There is a village hall, a pub, and a primary school, as well as a number of local businesses. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, with plenty of opportunities for walking and cycling. It is also well-connected, with easy access to the M5 motorway and the nearby towns of Bridgwater and Taunton. Overall, Chedzoy is a charming and welcoming village that offers a great quality of life for its residents.

Local Weather

Patchy rain nearby

Temp: 0.2°C

Feels Like: -4.9°C

Wind: 12.1 MPH

Wind Dir: WNW

Local Schools

School	Details
Kingsmoor Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Joanne Warren	Bawdrip Bridgwater Somerset TA7 8PY 01278683371 School Website
Bridgwater College Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-16 Head Teacher Mr Zoe Stucki	Parkway Bridgwater Somerset TA6 4QY 01278727327 School Website
The Bridge School Sedgemoor Pupil Referral Unit Ages:5-16 Head Teacher Mr Helen Farnell (Executive Headteacher)	C/O Sydenham Young Peoples Centre Parkway Bridgwater Somerset TA6 4RL
St John And St Francis Church School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jim Mccall	Westonzoyland Road Bridgwater Somerset TA6 5BP 01278456918 School Website
Willowdown Primary Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Natalie Sweet	Kings Drive Bridgwater TA6 4FU 01278558758 School Website
Westonzoyland Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Alison Garbett	Cheer Lane Westonzoyland Bridgwater Somerset TA7 0EY 01278691381 School Website
Bridgwater And Taunton College Further Education Ages:16-99 Head Teacher Mr Andy Berry	Bath Road Bridgwater Somerset TA6 4PZ 1278455464 School Website
Eastover Community Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Ms Nicola Darby	Wellington Road Bridgwater Somerset TA6 5EX 01278422693 School Website
Woolavington Village Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Georgina Maclennan	Higher Road Woolavington Bridgwater Somerset TA7 8EA 01278683267 School Website
Northgate Primary School Free Schools Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Katie Penny	Northgate Bridgwater Somerset TA6 3EU 1278226070 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Bridgwater St Johns Street, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 5HB 2.07 Miles

Highbridge And Burnham Station Walk, Highbridge, Somerset, TA9 3BT 6.04 Miles

Taunton Station Approach, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 1QP 10.18 Miles

Weston-Super-Mare Station Approach, Weston-Super-Mare, Somerset, BS23 1XY 14.67 Miles

Weston Milton Saville Road, Weston-Super-Mare, Somerset, BS22 8PF 14.86 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Arrow Cabs 07860 178852 11 Kingsdown Cl, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 4XT 1.34 Miles
Viking Taxi 07796 640671 7 Juniper Close, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 4ER 1.35 Miles
Tizzys Taxis 01278 455565 8 Walton Cl, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 4UU 1.38 Miles
Bridgwater Chauffeur Hire 01278 420507 50 Longstone Avenue, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 4LL 1.89 Miles
Somerset Limos 01278 425858 River Ln, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA7 0AA 2.04 Miles
Bee Line Cabs 01278 444334 55 Warwick Av, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 5PF 2.09 Miles
Angel Cabs 01278 429988 264 Bristol Rd, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 4BS 2.17 Miles
Airport Express 07860 813851 Boards Road, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 4BB 2.28 Miles
Abc Private Hire Taxis 07747 012862 247 Taunton Rd, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 6BJ 2.59 Miles
H Cabs 01278 424405 36 St. Mary Street, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 3LY 2.68 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Chedzoy Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bradney Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bawdrip Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Eastern Avenue Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Horsey Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Whitfield Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Knowle Bawdrip Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wilkins Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Woolavington Corner Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stawell Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Deacon Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Parkway Post Office Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Bussex Square Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Alderney Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bath Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Dr Lambert, Bridgwater/Westonzoyland 01278 691233	Westonzoyland Branch Surgery 4 Cheer Lane Westonzoyland Bridgwater Somerset TA7 0EY
Redgate Medical Centre 01278 454560	Redgate Neighbourhood Ctr Westonzoyland Road Bridgwater Somerset TA6 5BF
Cranleigh Gardens Medical Centre 01278 433335	Cranleigh Gardens Mc Cranleigh Gardens Bridgwater Somerset TA6 5JS
Palliative Medicine 01278 410046	Woodlands Court Bristol Road Bridgwater Somerset TA6 4FJ
Woolavington Surgery	Woolavington Road Woolavington Bridgwater TA7 8ED

Local Stores

Bridgwater - Parkway
2-5 Mountbatten Way
Parkway
Bridgwater
Somerset
TA6 4RA
01278 424555
shop.6896@coop.co.uk
Store Website
1.71 miles

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SPAR Cannington
SPAR
10 High Street
Cannington
TA5 2HE
01278 653224
Store Website
5.4 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Polden Hills Veterinary Centre Ltd
The Woollands Brent Road Cossington Bridgwater Somerset TA7 8LF 01278 722088 polden.vets@zen.co.uk Website 2.05 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Quantock Veterinary Hospital Limited
Cheetham House The Drove Bridgwater Somerset TA6 4BA 01278 450080 info@quantockvets.co.uk Website 2.23 miles
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Community Pet Clinic
Gallagher Retail Park Bridgwater Somerset TA6 4AB Bridgwater@jollyes.co.uk Website 2.36 miles


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Companion Care (Bridgwater) Ltd T/A Vets4pets
Inside Pets At Home Bridgewater Retail Park The Clink Bridgwater Somerset TA6 4AB 01278422738 2.36 miles


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Blake Vets East Quay
Unit 3 Robins Drive Bridgwater Somerset TA6 4DL 01278 459 913 admin@blakevets.co.uk Website 2.42 miles
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Axe Valley Veterinary Practice Ltd
Woolavington Martlands Farm Woolavington Road Bridgwater Somerset TA7 8ED 01278 686 971 2.44 miles

Animals Treated
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Local Dog Walks

Kings Cliff
Dancing Hill Bridgwater Lancashire TA6 6NG 4.92 miles

Location what3words impose.remit.spoke

West Huntspill River Bank
Free Parking, Lots Of Open Area To Walk Your Dogs Off Lead, Can Walk From West Huntspill Along River Bank To Highbridge. 6 Old Pawlett Rd West Huntspill Highbridge TA9 3RQ 5.04 miles

Location what3words second.profited.broached

Westhay Nature Reserve
Westhay Moor Drove Glastonbury Lancashire BA6 9TX 7.47 miles

Location what3words lightens.lamppost.husbands

Wind Down
Located On The Quantock Hills There Is A Layby Off Enmore Road Enough For No More Than 4 Cars. The Route I Do Is Usually Just About Half A Mile Long But There Are Numerous Paths To Follow So You Could Easily Make A Longer Walk. Horse Riders As Well As Dog Walkers Use The Wood. There Are No Signposts Or Colour Coding For Paths Even Though It Is Owned By The Forestry Commission. Unnamed Road Bridgwater Lancashire TA5 2EF 7.72 miles

Location what3words songbirds.backfired.shirts

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 9.86 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.

Crook Peak
A Walk On The Westernmost And Most Mountainous Of The Six Main Peaks In The Mendip Hills, A Summit Topped By Limestone Exposures, Overlooking The Somerset Levels And The Bristol Channel Coastline. BS26 2HH 11.39 miles Along Webbington Road, Near Compton Bishop.

Weather Forecast

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