Welcome to Luckwell Bridge

Luckwell Bridge is a historic landmark located in the heart of Somerset, England. The bridge was built in the 18th century and has since become an iconic symbol of the region's rich history and culture. The bridge spans across the River Chew and is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike. The bridge's unique design and architecture make it a must-see attraction for anyone visiting Somerset.

The area surrounding Luckwell Bridge is known for its natural beauty and scenic views. The bridge is situated in a picturesque location, surrounded by lush greenery and rolling hills. Visitors can take a leisurely stroll along the riverbank and enjoy the tranquil atmosphere of the area. The bridge is also a popular spot for fishing, with many anglers coming to the area to catch trout and other fish species.

Luckwell Bridge is not just a beautiful landmark, but it also has a rich history. The bridge played an important role in the region's transportation system, connecting the towns of Chew Magna and Winford. The bridge was also used as a toll bridge, with tolls being collected from travelers crossing the bridge. Today, the bridge stands as a testament to the region's past and is a reminder of the important role it played in the development of Somerset.

Local Weather

Clear

Temp: 9.3°C

Feels Like: 8.6°C

Wind: 3.8 MPH

Wind Dir: WNW

Local Schools

School	Details
Cutcombe Church Of England First School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mr Naomi Philp	Wheddon Cross Minehead Somerset TA24 7DZ 01643841462 School Website
Exford Church Of England First School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mrs Naomi Philp	Exford Minehead Somerset TA24 7PP 01643831365 School Website
Timberscombe Church Of England First School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mr Angela Hall	Timberscombe Minehead Somerset TA24 7TY 01643841259 School Website
St Dubricius Church Of England Va School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-9 Head Teacher Mr Hannah Sparks	Parsons Street Porlock Minehead Somerset TA24 8QJ 01643862249 School Website
Aurora Foxes Special Post 16 Institution Ages:16-25 Head Teacher Mr Mark Costello	Selbourne Place Minehead Somerset TA24 5TY 1643708529 School Website
Minehead Middle School Academy Converter Ages:9-13 Head Teacher Mr Mark Walker	Ponsford Road Minehead Somerset TA24 5RH 01643704191 School Website
Minehead First School Academy Converter Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mr Vanessa Bingham	Townsend Road Minehead Somerset TA24 5RG 01643702938 School Website
Dunster First School Community School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mr Paul James	13 St George's Street Dunster Minehead Somerset TA24 6RX 01643821254 School Website
West Somerset College Academy Converter Ages:13-19 Head Teacher Mrs Nicola Doughty	Bircham Road Alcombe Minehead Somerset TA24 6AY 01643706061 School Website
St Michael's Church Of England First School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mr Richard Smith	Watery Lane Minehead Somerset TA24 5NY 1643702759 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Tiverton Parkway Station Road, Sampford Peverell, Devon, EX16 7EH 17.35 Miles

Llantwit Major Llanmaes Road, Llantwit Major, Vale Of Glamorgan, CF61 1ST 19.18 Miles

Rhoose Cardiff International Airport Off Torbay Terrace, Rhoose, Vale Of Glamorgan, CF62 3HB 19.72 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Winsford Hire 01643 851232 Fairfield, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 7JE 2.42 Miles
Grab A Cab 01643 703376 1 Abbots Way, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 8UF 5.42 Miles
1St Call Exmoor Taxis 07826 212511 26 Bay Road, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 8NJ 5.42 Miles
A C Taxis 01643 707172 11 Periton Way, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 8AH 5.47 Miles
Gemini Taxis 01643 705555 16 Whitworth Road, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 8ED 5.50 Miles
Lynx Taxis 01643 708888 1 Higher Park, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 8AP 5.61 Miles
Chris's Taxis 01643 706656 40 Poundfield Rd, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 5ER 5.65 Miles
South West Taxis 01643 707444 10 Townsend Rd, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 5RG 5.91 Miles
1St Choice Taxis 01643 702325 13 Marshfield Road, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 6AQ 5.94 Miles
Alcombe Taxis 01643 702269 10 Hayfield Rd, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 6AB 6.02 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Luckwell Bridge No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wheddon Cross Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:15:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
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Luccombe No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Timberscombe No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:15:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Porlock Medical Centre	Porlock Minehead Somerset TA24 8PJ
Dunster & Porlock Surgeries 01643 821244	Dunster And Porlock Surge West Street Dunster Somerset TA24 6SN
Minehead Medical Centre 01643 703441	2 Irnham Road Minehead Somerset TA24 5DL
Minehead Community Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Luttrell Way Minehead TA24 6DF
Minehead Community Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Luttrell Way Minehead TA24 6DF

Local Stores

Alcombe Road
57 Alcombe Road
Alcombe
Minehead
Somerset
TA24 6BB
01643 703132
shop.4565@coop.co.uk
Store Website
5.94 miles

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SPAR Porlock
High Street
Porlock
TA24 8PU
01643 862515
Store Website
5.2 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

White Lodge Equine And Farm Clinic Ltd
Ellicombe Farm Ellicombe Minehead Somerset TA24 6TP 01643 703649 farm@whitelodgeclinic.co.uk Website 6.20 miles

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White Lodge Veterinary Clinic Ltd
Stephenson Road Minehead Somerset TA24 5EB 01643 703649 info@whitelodgevetclinic.co.uk Website 6.21 miles
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Glenmore House Veterinary Surgery
26 Glenmore Road Minehead Somerset TA24 5BH 01643 703175 6.25 miles

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Dulverton Veterinary Practice
Dulverton Veterinary Centre Duckpaddle Dulverton Somerset TA22 9HJ 01398 323285 6.76 miles

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St David'S Poultry Team Ltd
Unit 2, Trading Estate Station Road Bampton Tiverton Devon EX16 9NG 01392 872 932 10.76 miles
Amenities Referrals only
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White Lodge Veterinary Clinic Ltd
Roughmoor Enterprise Centre Roughmoor, Williton Taunton Somerset TA4 4AT 01984 634 013 williton@whitelodgevetclinic.co.uk 11.27 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Dunkery Beacons
Beautiful Place To Walk. Takes You To The Highest Point In Exmoor National Park. Lots Of Moorland, Woodlands, Rivers And Patched Walks In Many Different Directions. The Views At The Top Are Stunning. There Is Livestock And Wildlife Around So It Is Best To Keep Your Dog On A Lead If They Will Chase Them. Unnamed Road Minehead Lancashire TA24 7AT 2.02 miles

Location what3words winemaker.hillside.receive

Dunkery Beacon
Dunkery Beacon Is The Highest Point On Exmoor. It's Well Pathed From A Number Of Side Of The Road Car Parit's A Remote, High Area, And Needs Good Footwear And Energetic Dogs. Be Prepared For The Weather To Change And It Be Colder Than You May Be Used To, Even In Summer. You'll Need Water For Both Yourself And The Dogs. Unnamed Road Lancashire 2.03 miles

Location what3words shallower.sand.fatigued

Bridgetown Exton Somerset
This 7Km (4Mile) Walk Starts From The Entrance To The Exe Valley Caravan Park In Bridgetown (Grid Ref: Ss 923 332). It Takes You Along The River Exe And Then Up Over Farm Land Back To The Road. From Here You Can Either Repeat The Route Back To The Start Or Continue Looping Back Through Exton And Ending At The The Badger's Holt Pub In Bridgetown (Opened At 6Pm At The Time Of Walking). 9 Week Ln Dulverton Lancashire TA22 9JL 3.55 miles

Location what3words published.movement.bolt

Dunster
A Circular Walk Through The Village Of Dunster. Set Between The Foothills Of Exmoor National Park And The Somerset Coast. TA24 6SE 6.27 miles Located Around 40 Minutes From M5 Junction 23 (Bridgwater), On The A39, Just Before Minehead.

Dunster Beach
Beach Walk With Parking - You Can Walk Either To Blue Anchor Bay One Way (Driftwood Cafe Is Dog Friendly) And Minehead The Other Or Just Stay And Play On This Massive Beach When The Tide Is Out. There Is Also A Beach Cafe On The Dunster Beach Site And Food Kiosk In The Public Car Park. The Cafe Has Dog Water Bowls Outside, The Whole Of The Beach Site Has Dog Waste Bins And Sits On The South West Coastal Path. Dogs Have To Be Kept On A Lead On The Site Area, But Can Be Off The Lead Below The High Tide Line. Dunster Beach Shop Dunster Beach Chalets Dunster Minehead TA24 6TH 7.02 miles Ta24 6Th

Location what3words calm.spouse.ruling

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 15.23 miles

Location what3words completed.other.classed

Weather Forecast

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	Clear	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Thundery outbreaks in nearby	Cloudy	Thundery outbreaks in nearby	Thundery outbreaks in nearby	Clear	Clear
Temp	13°C	11.4°C	9°C	8°C	10.7°C	16.5°C	19.2°C	19.8°C	18.5°C	16.8°C	13.1°C	11.8°C
Feels Like	12.5°C	10.7°C	8°C	6.8°C	9.8°C	16.3°C	19.2°C	19.8°C	18.5°C	16.8°C	12.2°C	10.2°C

Friday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Clear	Clear	Clear	Cloudy	Cloudy	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Cloudy
Temp	9.7°C	7.8°C	6.4°C	6.5°C	7.4°C	8.2°C	9.7°C	10.9°C	11.2°C	10.8°C	10.1°C	8.8°C
Feels Like	7.7°C	5.7°C	3.9°C	3.7°C	4.6°C	5.7°C	7.6°C	9.3°C	10°C	9.8°C	9.5°C	8.5°C

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Temp	8.8°C	8.6°C	8.3°C	8°C	9.1°C	11°C	13.2°C	16.3°C	17.5°C	16.4°C	14.3°C	11.3°C
Feels Like	8.7°C	8.7°C	8.2°C	7.4°C	8°C	9.7°C	12.1°C	15.9°C	17.4°C	16.3°C	13.5°C	10.6°C

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