Welcome to Holywell Lake

Holywell Lake is a stunning natural attraction located in the heart of Somerset. The lake is surrounded by lush greenery and is a popular spot for fishing, boating, and picnicking. The lake is also home to a variety of wildlife, including ducks, swans, and herons. Visitors can take a leisurely stroll around the lake and enjoy the peaceful surroundings, or they can rent a boat and explore the lake from a different perspective. Holywell Lake is a must-visit destination for anyone looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and reconnect with nature.

One of the most unique features of Holywell Lake is its history. The lake was originally created in the 12th century as a fish pond for the nearby Glastonbury Abbey. Over the years, the lake has been used for a variety of purposes, including as a source of water for the local paper mill. Today, the lake is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike, and its rich history adds to its charm and appeal.

Holywell Lake is also a great place to visit for those interested in outdoor activities. The lake is surrounded by beautiful countryside, and there are plenty of walking and cycling trails in the area. Visitors can also try their hand at fishing, with the lake being home to a variety of fish species, including carp, bream, and roach. Whether you're looking for a relaxing day out or an action-packed adventure, Holywell Lake has something for everyone.

Local Schools

School	Details
Rockwell Green Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Mike Berrisford	Brooklands Road Rockwell Green Wellington Somerset TA21 9DJ 01823662317 School Website
Sampford Arundel Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs J Collier	Sampford Arundel Wellington Somerset TA21 9QN 01823672342 School Website
Langford Budville Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Carys Barnett	Langford Budville School Langford Budville Wellington Somerset TA21 0RD 01823400483 School Website
Court Fields School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Ms Polly Matthews	Mantle Street Wellington Somerset TA21 8SW 01823664201 School Website
Beech Grove Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Claire Joyce	Courtland Road Wellington Somerset TA21 8NE 01823662438 School Website
Isambard Kingdom Brunel Primary School Free Schools Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr Richard Healey	Thomas Place Wellington Somerset TA21 8FP 1823795900 School Website
Wellington School Other Independent School Ages:2-18 Head Teacher Mr Eugene Du Toit	South Street Wellington Somerset TA21 8NT 1823668800
Stawley Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jacqui Collier	Appley Cross Stawley Wellington Somerset TA21 0HH 01823672486 School Website
Wellesley Park Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Carly Wilkins	Homefield Wellington Somerset TA21 9AJ 01823664876 School Website
St Johns Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Oliver Priestley	Priory Wellington Somerset TA21 9EJ 01823662541 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Tiverton Parkway Station Road, Sampford Peverell, Devon, EX16 7EH 5.52 Miles

Taunton Station Approach, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 1QP 8.28 Miles

Honiton Church Hill, Honiton, Devon, EX14 2DA 13.06 Miles

Feniton Feniton, Devon, Devon, EX14 3BT 13.23 Miles

Whimple Station Road, Whimple, Devon, EX5 2QH 14.86 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Monument Mini Cabs 01823 664444 8 Walkers Gate, Wellington, Somerset, TA21 8DJ 1.78 Miles
Am Taxis 01823 666333 Longforth Road, Wellington, Somerset, TA21 8QT 2.02 Miles
Arrow Taxis 01823 669666 164 Barn Meads Rd, Wellington, Somerset, TA21 9AP 2.28 Miles
Kelway Kabs Ltd 07960 416383 27 Kelway Road, Wellington, Somerset, TA21 9EP 2.28 Miles
Airport Quest Cars Ltd 01823 400706 Lampreys Cottage/Huntash Lane, Taunton, Somerset, TA4 1PX 3.13 Miles
Master Cabs 07989 144551 Ford Road, Wellington, Somerset, TA21 9PE 3.32 Miles
Airport Xpress 01823 665522 16 Church Drive, Wellington, Somerset, TA21 9LZ 4.19 Miles
Jolly Jaunts Taxis 01884 840979 27 Highland Terrace, Cullompton, Devon, EX15 3EN 5.51 Miles
Allens Taxis And Minibus Service 07976 827762 27 Highland Terrace, Cullompton, Devon, EX15 3EN 5.51 Miles
Parkway Taxis 01884 38899 Tiverton Parkway Railway Station, Tiverton, Devon, EX16 7EH 5.58 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Holywell Lake Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Thorne St Margaret Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Westford Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Weeks Meadow Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
White Ball Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Pitt Farm Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Oaken Ground Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Runnington Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wellisford Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Rockwell Green Post Office Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Pleamore Cross Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Langford Budville Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tone Hill Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tonedale Business Park Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Station Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Wellington Medical Centre 01823 663551	Mantle Street Wellington Somerset TA21 8BD
Luson 01823 662836	Luson Surgery 41 Fore Street Wellington Somerset TA21 8AG
Wellington Community Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Bulford Wellington TA21 8QQ
Wellington Community Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Bulford Wellington TA21 8QQ
Wellesley Hospital Bcsc	Westpark Chelston Wellington TA21 9FF

Local Stores

Wellington - Fore Street
4-6 Fore Street
Wellington
Somerset
TA21 8AQ
01823 663649
Store Website
2.03 miles

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SPAR Hemyock
Station Road
Hemyock
EX15 3SE
01823 680408
Store Website
4.7 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Mount Veterinary Hospital
Taunton Road Wellington Somerset TA21 9FG 01823 662286 office@mountvets.com Website 2.67 miles
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Dilliway Bosley Equine Veterinary Practice
Lower Besley Farm Holcombe Regis Wellington Somerset TA21 0QA 01823 673215 Website 4.09 miles

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Walker Equine Vets
Red Lane Barn Red Lane Clayhidon Cullompton Devon EX15 3TW 01823 475208 office@walkerequinevets.co.uk Website 4.28 miles
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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Cave Veterinary Specialists
Georges Farm West Buckland Wellington Somerset TA21 9LE 01823 653510 info@cave-vet-specialists.co.uk Website 4.37 miles

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Western Counties Equine Hospital Ltd
Culmstock Cullompton Devon EX15 3LA 01884 841 100 westerncounties@equinehospital.co.uk Website 4.47 miles
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New Street Vets Ltd
Unit 1/C, Station Road Industrial Estate Hemyock Cullompton Devon EX15 3SE 01823 681 067 office@newstreetvets.co.uk Website 4.71 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Wellington Park
Lots Of Grass To Run Around On Though Other Dogs Are Often Present 1 Court Dr 1.83 miles

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Wellington Monument
Off Junc 26 Of M5, Take 1St Exit At Roundabout. Exeter To Tiverton A38 And Just Keep Going. Turning For Monument Rd On Left And Is Signposted (Signpost On Right) Oldway Road. Travel Up Steep Hill To Crossroads, Go Left At Top And Approx 100 Yrds Turn Right Into Car Park. There Is A National Trust Sign Here But It Is Easy To Miss!! Large Free Car Park. Initial Path Up To Monument Wheelchair Friendly, But Not If You Take Any Of The Marked Routes And Steps Down To One Of The Routes Are Very Steep. Bits Of Walks Could Become Muddy After Rainfall, But Not To Bad. Nice Wooded Walks And Nice Areas To Picnic! Unnamed Road Wellington TA21 9PA 2.83 miles Wellington

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Netherclay Community Woodland
3 Netherclay Bishop'S Hull Taunton TA1 5ED 6.80 miles Taunton

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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 10.16 miles

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Castle Neroche
Hare Ln Lancashire 10.81 miles

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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 11.10 miles

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