Welcome to Fordgate

Fordgate is a small village located in the Sedgemoor district of Somerset, England. The village is situated on the A372 road, which runs between Bridgwater and Langport. The village is known for its beautiful countryside, which is popular with walkers and cyclists. The village is also home to a number of historic buildings, including the Grade II listed St. Peter's Church, which dates back to the 13th century.

One of the most notable features of Fordgate is the River Parrett, which runs through the village. The river is a popular spot for fishing and boating, and there are several boat hire companies in the area. The river is also home to a variety of wildlife, including otters, kingfishers, and herons. The river is an important part of the local ecosystem, and efforts are being made to protect it from pollution and other threats.

Fordgate is a close-knit community, with a strong sense of local pride. The village has a number of community events throughout the year, including a summer fete and a Christmas market. The village also has a primary school, a village hall, and a pub, which serves traditional pub food and local ales. Overall, Fordgate is a charming village with a rich history and a strong sense of community spirit.

Local Weather

Mist

Temp: -3.6°C

Feels Like: -7.8°C

Wind: 6.7 MPH

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Local Schools

School	Details
North Newton Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Deborah Leach	Church Road North Newton Bridgwater Somerset TA7 0BG 01278662140 School Website
Petherton Park School Other Independent Special School Ages:7-16 Head Teacher Mr Jamie Wright	Brook Farm Newton Road North Petherton Somerset Somerset TA6 6NA 3301358200 School Website
North Petherton Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Sarah Penfold	School Fields North Petherton Bridgwater Somerset TA6 6LU 01278662442 School Website
Somerset Bridge Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Kevin Bryant	Stockmoor Drive Bridgwater Somerset TA6 6AH 01278422100 School Website
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
Hamp Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mr Sarah Hitchings	Rhode Lane Bridgwater Somerset TA6 6JB 01278424600 School Website
Hamp Nursery And Infants School Community School Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Mrs Mary Weatherburn	Rhode Lane Bridgwater Somerset TA6 6JB 01278422012 School Website
Elmwood School Foundation Special School Ages:11-19 Head Teacher Mrs Helen Farnell	Hamp Avenue Bridgwater Somerset TA6 6AP 01278496386 School Website
Robert Blake Science College Foundation School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Deb Loveridge	Hamp Avenue Bridgwater Somerset TA6 6AW 01278456243 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

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Bridgwater St Johns Street, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 5HB 2.73 Miles

Taunton Station Approach, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 1QP 7.08 Miles

Highbridge And Burnham Station Walk, Highbridge, Somerset, TA9 3BT 8.95 Miles

Crewkerne Station Road, Crewkerne, Somerset, TA18 8AL 17.04 Miles

Weston-Super-Mare Station Approach, Weston-Super-Mare, Somerset, BS23 1XY 17.67 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Somerset Limos 01278 425858 River Ln, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA7 0AA 1.61 Miles
Abc Private Hire Taxis 07747 012862 247 Taunton Rd, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 6BJ 2.14 Miles
Bee Line Cabs 01278 444334 55 Warwick Av, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 5PF 2.23 Miles
Viking Taxi 07796 640671 7 Juniper Close, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 4ER 2.61 Miles
Bridgwater Chauffeur Hire 01278 420507 50 Longstone Avenue, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 4LL 2.64 Miles
Tizzys Taxis 01278 455565 8 Walton Cl, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 4UU 2.73 Miles
H Cabs 01278 424405 36 St. Mary Street, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 3LY 2.89 Miles
Broadway Taxis Ltd 01278 422442 112 Friarn Street, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 3LJ 2.90 Miles
Central Taxis 01278 458058 112 Friarn St, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 3LJ 2.90 Miles
Arrow Cabs 07860 178852 11 Kingsdown Cl, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 4XT 3.04 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Fordgate No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Moorland Court No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Huntworth No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Moorland No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bridgwater Service Station No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Compass Inn No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Broadlands Avenue No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
North Newton No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Milestone Close No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Portman Estate No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dunwear No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Merino Way No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Fore Street North Petherton No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Lodge No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Saltmoor No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
North Petherton Surgery 01278 662223	The Surgery Mill Street North Petherton Somerset TA6 6LX
Somerset Bridge Medical Centre 01278 411520	Somerset Bridge Med. Ctr. Stockmoor Park,Taunton Rd Bridgwater Somerset TA6 6LD
North Petherton Rugby Club - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Beggars Brook Taunton Road North Petherton Bridgwater TA6 6NW
North Petherton Rugby Club - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Beggars Brook Taunton Road North Petherton Bridgwater TA6 6NW
Redgate Medical Centre 01278 454560	Redgate Neighbourhood Ctr Westonzoyland Road Bridgwater Somerset TA6 5BF

Local Stores

Bridgewater-Stockmoor Park
Stockmoor Drive
Bridgwater
Somerset
TA6 6WU
01278 429234
Store Website
2.41 miles

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SPAR Cannington
SPAR
10 High Street
Cannington
TA5 2HE
01278 653224
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Blake Veterinary Group Ltd
The Veterinary Surgery Showground Road Bridgwater Somerset TA6 6AJ 01278 451592 admin@blakevets.co.uk Website 1.69 miles

Animals Treated
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Anvil Equine Veterinary Clinic
Withy Orchard Stathe Road Burrowbridge Taunton Somerset TA7 0RY 07989 430 606 jane@stanstedequine.co.uk 3.11 miles

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Community Pet Clinic
Gallagher Retail Park Bridgwater Somerset TA6 4AB Bridgwater@jollyes.co.uk Website 3.17 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 3.17 miles


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Quantock Veterinary Hospital Limited
Cheetham House The Drove Bridgwater Somerset TA6 4BA 01278 450080 info@quantockvets.co.uk Website 3.22 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 3.28 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Kings Cliff
Dancing Hill Bridgwater Lancashire TA6 6NG 2.57 miles

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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 6.11 miles

Location what3words songbirds.backfired.shirts

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 7.70 miles

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Netherclay Community Woodland
3 Netherclay Bishop'S Hull Taunton TA1 5ED 8.45 miles Taunton

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Westhay Nature Reserve
Westhay Moor Drove Glastonbury Lancashire BA6 9TX 10.34 miles

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Ramscombe (Great Wood Quantocks)
Quantock Walks,Family Areas For Bbq, Toilet Facilities, Lots Of Different Path And Trail Walls, Parking £2 For All Day Run By The Forestry Commission. Stream Running Along Side The Large Grass Area Great For Dogs And Children To Play. Could Walk And Explore All Day. Wood Ln 10.70 miles

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Weather Forecast

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Temp	2.3°C	1.7°C	1.7°C	1.7°C	1.7°C	2.2°C	3.1°C	3.8°C	4°C	3.9°C	4.1°C	7.4°C
Feels Like	-1.7°C	-2.1°C	-2.3°C	-2.2°C	-1.9°C	-1.1°C	-0.1°C	0.9°C	1.1°C	0.7°C	1.1°C	4.7°C

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Temp	6.5°C	6.8°C	7.4°C	7.9°C	7.1°C	6.8°C	7.2°C	7.1°C	6.4°C	5.2°C	4°C	4.4°C
Feels Like	3.4°C	3.8°C	4.5°C	5°C	4°C	3.4°C	3.8°C	3.6°C	2.7°C	1.4°C	0.4°C	1.1°C

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