Welcome to Higher Holton

Higher Holton is a small village located in the county of Somerset, England. The village is situated on the southern slopes of the Mendip Hills, which provides stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The village is home to a small community of residents who enjoy the peace and tranquility of rural living. The village has a rich history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the Bronze Age.

One of the most notable features of Higher Holton is the St. Saviour's Church, which dates back to the 13th century. The church is a Grade II listed building and is known for its beautiful stained glass windows and intricate stonework. The church is still in use today and is a popular destination for visitors to the village. The churchyard is also home to a number of historic graves, including that of a local hero who fought in the Battle of Waterloo.

Higher Holton is surrounded by beautiful countryside, which provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and horse riding. The village is also located close to a number of popular tourist destinations, including the city of Bath and the town of Glastonbury. The village is a popular destination for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy the peace and tranquility of rural living.

Local Schools

School	Details
Marchant Holliday School Other Independent Special School Ages:5-12 Head Teacher Mr Daniel Kitts	North Cheriton Templecombe Somerset BA8 0AH 196333234 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
Horsington Church School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Kelly Barge	Horsington Templecombe Somerset BA8 0BW 01963370358 School Website
Wincanton Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Graeme Wilson	South Street Wincanton Somerset BA9 9DZ 0 196332132 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
Charlton Horethorne Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sara Watkins	Charlton Horethorne Sherborne Dorset DT9 4NL 1963220345 School Website
Abbas And Templecombe Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss James Webb	School Lane Templecombe Somerset BA8 0HP 01963370481 School Website
North Cadbury Church Of England Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Amy Truett	Cary Road North Cadbury Yeovil Somerset BA22 7DE 1963440420 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
Sexeys School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Helen Cullen	Cole Road Bruton Somerset BA10 0DF 01749813393 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Templecombe Station Road, Templecombe, Somerset, BA8 0JR 3.03 Miles

Bruton Station Approach Road, Bruton, Somerset, BA10 0EH 4.90 Miles

Castle Cary Station Wharf, Castle Cary, Somerset, BA7 7PE 5.23 Miles

Sherborne South Street, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 3NB 7.30 Miles

Gillingham (Dorset) Station Yard, Gillingham, Dorset, SP8 4PZ 7.59 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Destination Travel 01963 34441 Earl Cottage/Lawrence Hill, Wincanton, Somerset, BA9 8AB 1.16 Miles
Cary Cabs 01963 351168 Earl Cottage, Wincanton, Somerset, BA9 8AB 1.16 Miles
Wincanton Taxis 01963 824269 2 Tything Way, Wincanton, Somerset, BA9 9EU 1.88 Miles
Alan's Cab 01963 33359 40 Southgate Dr, Wincanton, Somerset, BA9 9ET 1.91 Miles
Dax Travel Private Hire 01963 34318 3 Locks Lane, Wincanton, Somerset, BA9 9JR 1.96 Miles
Cale Cabs 01963 34596 9 Greenway Cl, Wincanton, Somerset, BA9 9RH 2.13 Miles
Combe Cabs 01963 370156 27 West St, Templecombe, Somerset, BA8 0LG 3.27 Miles
Number Seven Taxis 01963 351015 7 Park Av, Castle Cary, Somerset, BA7 7HE 4.22 Miles
Castle Cary Taxis 01963 351333 7 Park Av, Castle Cary, Somerset, BA7 7HE 4.22 Miles
Anzford Cars 07831 249441 15 Mullins Way, Castle Cary, Somerset, BA7 7LU 4.72 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Holton No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lattiford No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
North Cheriton Hill No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
North Cheriton No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dancing Cross No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Maperton No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wincanton Business Park No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
South Cheriton No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Morrisons Collection Today available until:17:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
West Hill No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Rickhays No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bennetts Field No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cale Way No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
South Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bratton Seymour No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Wincanton Health Centre 01963 435700	Wincanton Health Centre Dykes Way Wincanton Somerset BA9 9FQ
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
Dr Gaymer, M Port/Templecombe 01963 370224	Rock House Station Road Templecombe Somerset BA8 0JR
Millbrook Surgery, Castle Cary 01963 350210	Millbrook Surgery Millbrook Gardens Castle Cary Somerset BA7 7EE

Local Stores

Wincanton - Carrington Way
1 Camelot Shopping Centre
Wincanton
Somerset
BA9 9JB
01963 824753
Store Website
2.01 miles

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SPAR Bruton
Bill the Butcher
SPAR 11 High Street
Bruton
BA10 0AB
01749 812388
Store Website
4.9 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Longmead Veterinary Surgery
Dyke'S Way Wincanton Somerset BA9 9FQ 01963 400499 mail@longmeadvets.co.uk Website 1.47 miles

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Southill Vets Ltd
The Surgery Balsam Fields Wincanton Somerset BA9 9HE 01963 33226 enquiries@southillvets.co.uk Website 1.89 miles
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Kingston Veterinary Group
Shave Hill Buckhorn Weston Gillingham Dorset SP8 5HY 01747 822799 equine@kingstonvets.co.uk Website 4.53 miles
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Bruton Veterinary Surgery
25 High Street Bruton Somerset BA10 0AH 01749 813291 vets@brutonvets.co.uk Website 4.92 miles
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Stem Cell Vet Ltd
25 High Street Bruton Somerset BA10 0AH 01749 813291 enquiry@stemcellvet.co.uk Website 4.92 miles

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Delaware Veterinary Group
Fulford House Torbay Road Castle Cary Somerset BA7 7DT 01963 350307 office@delawarevets.co.uk Website 4.92 miles
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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 6.44 miles

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River Yeo
Point To Point Walk. Can Be Busy But A Lovely Little Walk To Pass An Hour Along Parts Of The River Which Your Dogs Can Go In If They Like. 40 Nelson Way Yeovil Lancashire BA21 5DZ 9.01 miles

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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 9.62 miles

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Ninesprings Yeovil Country Park
Great All-Rounder Of A Walk, There Is A Play Park Area For The Kids, Ducks To Feed, And Plenty Of Things To Sniff! If Your Brave Head Up The Hill Side, Into The Wooded Area, Much More Interesting Place To Explore. Great Place To Socialise Your Four-Legged Friend Too, There Is Always Other Dogs Of All Shapes An Sizes! 1 Church St Yeovil Lancashire BA20 1HE 10.62 miles

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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 13.11 miles On The Longleat Estate

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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 13.86 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.

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