Welcome to Knowle St Giles

Knowle St Giles is a small village located in the county of Somerset, England. The village is situated on the southern slopes of the Blackdown Hills, which is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is a popular destination for walkers and hikers. The village has a rich history and is home to several historic buildings, including the Grade II listed St Giles Church.

The village of Knowle St Giles has a population of around 200 people. The village is a close-knit community, and residents take pride in their village and its surroundings. The village has a primary school, a village hall, and a pub, which is a popular meeting place for locals and visitors alike. The village is also home to several small businesses, including a farm shop and a pottery studio.

Knowle St Giles is located just a few miles from the town of Taunton, which is the county town of Somerset. Taunton is a bustling town with a wide range of shops, restaurants, and attractions. The town is home to several museums, including the Museum of Somerset and the Somerset Military Museum. Taunton is also home to several parks and gardens, including Vivary Park, which is a popular destination for families.

Local Schools

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Greenfylde Church Of England First School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Miss Claire Oaten	Silver Street Ilminster Somerset TA19 0DS 0 146052686 School Website
Avishayes Community Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Ms Clare Rinaldi	Fairway Rise Chard Somerset TA20 1NS 0 146063050 School Website
Dillington House Miscellaneous Ages:16-99	Ilminster Somerset TA19 9DT
The Redstart Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rebecca Collins	Redstart Road Chard Somerset TA20 1SD 0 146067457 School Website
Chard School Other Independent School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Katie Hill	Monmouth House Fore Street Chard Somerset TA20 1QA 146063234 School Website
Holyrood Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Dave Maccormick	Zembard Lane Chard Somerset TA20 1JL 01460260100 School Website
3 Dimensions Other Independent Special School Ages:7-25 Head Teacher Miss Caroline Rolfe	Chardleigh House Chardleigh Green Wadeford Chard Somerset TA20 3AJ 44146065611 School Website
Manor Court Community Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Luke Talmage	Duck Lane Chard Somerset TA20 2ES 0 146062350 School Website
Winsham Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Emma Johns	Church Street Winsham Near Chard Somerset TA20 4HU 146030377 School Website
Neroche Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Alison Collins	Broadway Ilminster Somerset TA19 9RG 146052664 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Crewkerne Station Road, Crewkerne, Somerset, TA18 8AL 5.97 Miles

Axminster Station Yard, Axminster, Devon, EX13 5PF 9.28 Miles

Taunton Station Approach, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 1QP 11.89 Miles

Yeovil Junction Off Newton Road, Stoford, Somerset, BA22 9UU 13.17 Miles

Yeovil Pen Mill Sherborne Road, Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 5DD 13.37 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Kings Taxis 01460 63743 63 Henson Park, Chard, Somerset, TA20 1NH 2.42 Miles
Angel Taxis 01460 55987 33 Donyatt Hill, Ilminster, Somerset, TA19 0RZ 2.44 Miles
Wood's Taxi Services 01460 64179 15 Elizabeth Way, Chard, Somerset, TA20 1BY 2.82 Miles
Iq Taxis 07736 642738 12 Fairclose, Chard, Somerset, TA20 3LU 3.70 Miles
Chauffeur Link South West 01460 258899 13 Cottage Corner, Ilminster, Somerset, TA19 9ER 3.82 Miles
Ilminster Taxis 01460 54712 13 Cottage Corner, Ilminster, Somerset, TA19 9ER 3.82 Miles
Bw Taxis Ltd 01460 53400 Unit 26, Ilminster, Somerset, TA19 9DU 4.07 Miles
Gem Taxis 01460 221123 35 Wellings Close, Chard, Somerset, TA20 2RY 4.31 Miles
Stennings Minibus And Taxis 01460 75089 The Old Garage, Merriott, Somerset, TA16 5NH 5.13 Miles
Airline 01935 414444 The Court Yard, Merriott, Somerset, TA16 5NH 5.13 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Summervale Surgery 01460 52354	Ilminster Medical Centre Canal Way Ilminster Somerset TA19 9FE
The Meadows Surgery 01460 52284	The Meadows Surgery Canal Way Ilminster Somerset TA19 9FE
Dillington House - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Dillington House Ilminster TA19 9DT
Dillington House - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Dillington House Ilminster TA19 9DT
Ariel Healthcare 01460 63071	59 Fore Street Chard Somerset TA20 1QA

Local Stores

Ilminster
Cornhill
The Square Cornhill
Ilminster
Somerset
TA19 0AH
01460 53064
Store Website
1.90 miles

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SPAR Ilminster
59 Station Road
Ilminster
TA19 9BG
01460 55528
Store Website
2.2 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Minster Veterinary Services Ltd
4 Ditton Street Ilminster Somerset TA19 0BQ 01460 52487 minstervets@hotmail.co.uk Website 1.82 miles
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Oakapple Surgery
Norfolk House 10 West Street Ilminster Somerset TA19 9AB 01460 54541 2.01 miles

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Kingfisher Veterinary Practice Chard
Glynswood Veterinary Centre Furnham Road Chard Somerset TA20 1AF 01460 66111 office@kingfishervets.co.uk Website 2.64 miles
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The County Veterinary Clinic
The Meeting House Ashwell Business Park Ilminster Somerset TA19 9DX 01460 259509 countyvetclinic@hotmail.co.uk 2.86 miles

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Minster Veterinary Services Ltd
10 Bath Street Chard Somerset TA20 2ET 01460 261150 minstervets@hotmail.co.uk 3.12 miles

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Synergy Farm Health Ltd
Unit 1 Lower Coombe Coombe Farm Crewkerne Somerset TA18 8RL 01935 83682 office@synergyfarmhealth.com Website 3.63 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Frogmary Green Farm
Small Walk In Fields And Around A Lake, Area To Picnic, Cafe And Other Facilities. West Street Lancashire 5.17 miles Plenty Of Parking

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Castle Neroche
Hare Ln Lancashire 6.00 miles

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Ham Hill Country Park
77 Ham Hill Rd Stoke-Sub-Hamdon Lancashire TA14 6RW 7.97 miles Signposted From Stoke Sub Hamdon

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Ham Hill Country Park Somerset
A Great Place For Walking Dogs With Great Views Over South Somerset, Lots Of Poo Bins ??. The Prince Of Wales Pub Welcomes Walkers And Dogs, The Food And Drinks Are Great Including Dog Biscuits ?? Ham Hill Stoke-Sub-Hamdon Lancashire TA14 6RW 7.98 miles

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Ham Hill Country Park
This Is A Well Known Dog Walking Area With The Locals!It Has A Number Of Different Fenced Off Fields For Friendly Dogs To Roam Freely! The Local Pub Is Also Do Friendly With Great Staff. Parking Can Be An Issue As Its So Popular But There Are Many Parking Areas Tucked Along Ham Hill Road! Persevere As You Will Enjoy This Easy Walk With So Many Friendly People And A Vast Array Of Dogs Walked In The Country Park! 77 Ham Hill Rd Stoke-Sub-Hamdon Lancashire TA14 6RW 8.03 miles

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Langdon Hill / Woods
A Great Circular Walk With Some Gentle Inclines And Stunning Views. Generally A Mud-Free(Ish) Walk. Also Gateway To The Highest Point On The South Coast - Golden Cap. A Definite 'Must Walk' As It Is Breathtaking Up There. Keep Dogs On Leads At The Top Of The Cliff As There Have Been A Few Canine Deaths Where The Dog Has Chased A Seagull Over The Edge. :( Langdon Ln Lancashire 11.95 miles From Bridport Head Up The A35 Towards Lyme Regis. As Soon As You Leave Village Of Chideock You Start To Climb Hill (Dual Carriageway Section). Stay In Left Hand Lane When You Reach The Top, Turn Left Before The Layby. Left Again And Along Badly Maintained Lane. At The End (A Few Hundred Yards) Turn Right And That Leads Straight Into The Car Park. Watch The Speed Humps They Are Vicious!

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