Welcome to Horsington

Horsington is a small village located in the county of Somerset, England. The village is situated on the River Cale and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a rich history dating back to the 11th century when it was mentioned in the Domesday Book. The village has a population of around 500 people and is known for its friendly community and peaceful way of life.

One of the main attractions in Horsington is the St. John the Baptist Church. The church dates back to the 13th century and is a beautiful example of medieval architecture. The church is open to visitors and is a popular destination for tourists who come to admire its stunning stained glass windows and intricate carvings. The church also hosts regular services and events throughout the year, including weddings and christenings.

Another popular attraction in Horsington is the local pub, The Half Moon Inn. The pub is a traditional English pub that serves a range of local ales and delicious pub food. The pub is a popular meeting place for locals and visitors alike and is known for its warm and welcoming atmosphere. The pub also hosts regular events, including live music and quiz nights, making it a popular destination for those looking for a fun night out.

Local Weather

Light rain shower

Temp: 6.4°C

Feels Like: 1.5°C

Wind: 21.9 MPH

Wind Dir: WNW

Local Schools

School	Details
Horsington Church School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Kelly Barge	Horsington Templecombe Somerset BA8 0BW 01963370358 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
Marchant Holliday School Other Independent Special School Ages:5-12 Head Teacher Mr Daniel Kitts	North Cheriton Templecombe Somerset BA8 0AH 196333234 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
St Nicholas C Of E Primary School Henstridge Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Alison Shearer	Ash Walk Henstridge Templecombe Somerset BA8 0QD 01963362308 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
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
Milborne Port Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Michelle Heap	North Street Sherborne Somerset DT9 5EP 01963250366 School Website
Stalbridge Church Of England Primary School Foundation School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Simon Elledge	Stalbridge Sturminster Newton Dorset DT10 2LP 01963362487 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Templecombe Station Road, Templecombe, Somerset, BA8 0JR 0.90 Miles

Sherborne South Street, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 3NB 5.94 Miles

Bruton Station Approach Road, Bruton, Somerset, BA10 0EH 6.97 Miles

Gillingham (Dorset) Station Yard, Gillingham, Dorset, SP8 4PZ 6.98 Miles

Castle Cary Station Wharf, Castle Cary, Somerset, BA7 7PE 7.31 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Combe Cabs 01963 370156 27 West St, Templecombe, Somerset, BA8 0LG 1.11 Miles
Cary Cabs 01963 351168 Earl Cottage, Wincanton, Somerset, BA9 8AB 2.45 Miles
Destination Travel 01963 34441 Earl Cottage/Lawrence Hill, Wincanton, Somerset, BA9 8AB 2.45 Miles
Alan's Cab 01963 33359 40 Southgate Dr, Wincanton, Somerset, BA9 9ET 2.92 Miles
Wincanton Taxis 01963 824269 2 Tything Way, Wincanton, Somerset, BA9 9EU 2.95 Miles
Cale Cabs 01963 34596 9 Greenway Cl, Wincanton, Somerset, BA9 9RH 3.19 Miles
Dax Travel Private Hire 01963 34318 3 Locks Lane, Wincanton, Somerset, BA9 9JR 3.28 Miles
Vale Cars Ltd 01963 363000 Bowbridge Works, Templecombe, Somerset, BA8 0TF 3.37 Miles
Elite Travel Services 0117 379 0008 23 Pillmeadow Kingston Magna, Gillingham, Dorset, SP8 5EN 3.90 Miles
Blakes Taxis Of Stalbridge 01963 362303 20 Pond Walk, Sturminster Newton, Dorset, DT10 2PY 4.24 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Horsington Hill Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Half Moon Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Slades Hill Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
South Cheriton Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wilkinthorpe Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Templecombe Post Office Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Vine Street Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Horsington Marsh Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
North Cheriton Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dt9 Stowell Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
North Cheriton Hill Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Yenston Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lattiford Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dt9 Charlton Horethorne Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Holton Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Dr Gaymer, M Port/Templecombe 01963 370224	Rock House Station Road Templecombe Somerset BA8 0JR
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
Milborne Port Surgery 01963 250334	Gainsborough Milborne Port Sherborne Dorset DT9 5FH

Local Stores

Templecombe - High Street
High Street
Templecombe
Somerset
BA8 0JA
01963 371597
Store Website
0.92 miles

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SPAR Simons Road
The Stores
Simons Road
Sherborne
DT9 4DW
01935 592182
Store Website
5.4 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 2.89 miles

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Southill Vets Ltd
The Surgery Balsam Fields Wincanton Somerset BA9 9HE 01963 33226 enquiries@southillvets.co.uk Website 3.04 miles
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Southill Vets Ltd
1-2 North Street Milborne Port Sherborne Dorset DT9 5EP 01963 250255 enquiries@southillvets.co.uk 3.33 miles

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Kingston Veterinary Group
Shave Hill Buckhorn Weston Gillingham Dorset SP8 5HY 01747 822799 equine@kingstonvets.co.uk Website 3.86 miles
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Sclater Equine Ltd.
Frith Old Farmhouse Stalbridge Sturminster Newton Dorset DT10 2SD 01963 251 772 info@sclaterequine.co.uk Website 3.90 miles
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Stalbridge And Marnhull Veterinary Surgery
Building 12 Gibbs Marsh Farm Stalbridge Dorset DT10 2RU 01963548240 info@smvets.co.uk Website 4.23 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 7.84 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 8.48 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 10.12 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 10.51 miles

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Cerne Abbas Giant Walk
A Beautiful Walk At The Giant. Many Difficult Paths You Can Take. There Is A River Where You Dog Can Cool Down As.Some Times There Are Sheep But You Can Always Take A Different Route. 10 Abbey St Cerne Abbas Dorchester DT2 7JQ 13.85 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 14.23 miles On The Longleat Estate

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Weather Forecast

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Feels Like	-5.4°C	-6°C	-6.3°C	-6.5°C	-6.9°C	-4.2°C	-1.3°C	1.9°C	2.1°C	-1.1°C	-3°C	-3.9°C

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