Welcome to Lyng

Lyng is a small village located in the county of Somerset, England. It is situated on the edge of the Somerset Levels, which is a wetland area known for its unique wildlife and natural beauty. The village is surrounded by fields and farmland, and is home to a small but tight-knit community of residents.

One of the most notable features of Lyng is its historic church, St. Bartholomew's. The church dates back to the 13th century and is known for its beautiful stained glass windows and intricate stonework. It is a popular destination for visitors to the village, and is often used for community events and celebrations.

Despite its small size, Lyng has a rich history and a strong sense of community. The village has a number of local businesses, including a pub, a post office, and a village hall. There are also several walking trails and nature reserves in the surrounding area, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Overall, Lyng is a charming and picturesque village that offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of modern life.

Local Schools

School	Details
Thurlbear Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Steve Gillan	Thurlbear Taunton Somerset TA3 5BW 01823442277 School Website
Somerset Progressive School Other Independent Special School Ages:7-19 Head Teacher Mr Karl Templeman	Bath House Farm West Hatch Taunton Somerset TA3 5RH 1823481902 School Website
Ruishton Church Of England School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Helen Newstead	Newlands Road Ruishton Taunton Somerset TA3 5JZ 1823442832 School Website
Cambian Somerset School Other Independent Special School Ages:10-18 Head Teacher Mr David Fielding	Creech Court Mill Lane Creech St Michael Taunton Somerset TA3 5PX 1823443133 School Website
Blackbrook Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Barney Rycroft	Ashbourne Crescent Taunton Somerset TA1 2RA 1823338138 School Website
Creech St Michael Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Claire Marsland	Hyde Lane Creech St Michael Taunton Somerset TA3 5QQ 01823442898 School Website
Holway Park Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Susan Brewer	Shakespeare Avenue Taunton Somerset TA1 2JA 01823252126 School Website
Hatch Beauchamp Church Of England Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Joanne Crocker	Station Road Hatch Beauchamp Taunton Somerset TA3 6SQ 1823480616 School Website
Minerva Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr Gareth Nation	Outer Circle Taunton Somerset TA1 2BU 1823337051 School Website
Bishop Foxs School Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Kerry Tonkin	Bishop Fox Drive Taunton Somerset TA1 3HQ 01823289211 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Taunton Station Approach, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 1QP 3.34 Miles

Bridgwater St Johns Street, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 5HB 9.45 Miles

Crewkerne Station Road, Crewkerne, Somerset, TA18 8AL 13.95 Miles

Axminster Station Yard, Axminster, Devon, EX13 5PF 14.95 Miles

Tiverton Parkway Station Road, Sampford Peverell, Devon, EX16 7EH 15.09 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Viking Taxis 07796 640671 Ashe Farm, Taunton, Somerset, TA3 5NW 0.59 Miles
Age Of Elegance Vintage Cars 01823 480365 Hill Farm/Thurlbear Rd, Taunton, Somerset, TA3 5AY 1.43 Miles
A-2-B With Sandie Minibus Hire 01823 443487 32 Coronation Close, Taunton, Somerset, TA3 5LD 1.57 Miles
Nostalgia Cars 01823 444991 Unit 10/11/Creech Paper Mill, Taunton, Somerset, TA3 5PX 1.95 Miles
C And Jay Taxis 07837 994627 29 Laurel Close, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 2QH 1.98 Miles
Ba Taxis 01823 252505 18 Woodrush Close, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 3XB 2.04 Miles
A Cabs 01823 241124 53 Orchid Close, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 3XL 2.07 Miles
Capital Taxis 01823 241112 31 Thames Drive, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 2NL 2.09 Miles
Charlie Cabs 01823 413050 30 Saint Quintin Park, Taunton, Somerset, TA2 8TB 2.52 Miles
A Taxi Co In Taunton 01823 283822 5 Monmouth Rd, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 2AZ 2.72 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Stoke St Mary No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Thurlbear No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Naggs Head No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lower Henlade No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
West Hatch No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Henlade Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Thornfalcon No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Slough Green No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stoney Head No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Haydon No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Meare Green No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bryant No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Orchard Portman No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ruishton No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stoke Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Warwick House Medical Practice 01823 282147	Holway Green Upper Holway Road Taunton Somerset TA1 2QA
Taunton Vale Healthcare 01823 259444	The Blackbrook Surgery Lisieux Way Taunton Somerset TA1 2LB
Taunton Vale Healthcare - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Lisieux Way Taunton TA1 2LB
Taunton Vale Healthcare - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Lisieux Way Taunton TA1 2LB
Creech 01823 442357	Creech Medical Centre Hyde Lane Creech St Michael Somerset TA3 5FA

Local Stores

Monkton Heathfield - School Road
School Road
Monkton Heathfield
Taunton
Somerset
TA2 8PB
01823 410658
Store Website
3.07 miles

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SPAR Thornfalcon Garage
SPAR
Thornfalcon
Taunton
TA3 5NN
01823 442205
Store Website
0.9 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Tone Veterinary Centre
Lisieux Way Taunton Somerset TA1 2PD 01823 333909 tonevets@cvsvets.com Website 2.16 miles
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Kingfisher Veterinary Practice Taunton
South Road Veterinary Centre Mountfields Road Taunton Somerset TA1 3BQ 01823 327272 office@kingfishervets.co.uk Website 2.33 miles
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Medivet Taunton (Ani-Medics)
Creech Castle Bathpool Taunton Somerset TA1 2DX 01823 240140 taunton@medivet.co.uk Website 2.59 miles
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St Giles Veterinary Clinic
Newport Road Wrantage Taunton Somerset TA3 6DJ 01823 490433 info@stgileskennels.co.uk Website 2.95 miles
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Vets4pets Taunton
Inside Pets At Home Unit 5 Priory Field Retail Park Priory Avenue Taunton Somerset TA1 1QS 01823 329990 taunton@vets4pets.com Website 2.99 miles
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Priory Close Veterinary Practice
17 Cannon Street Taunton Somerset TA1 1SW 01823 271042 3.08 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Castle Neroche
Hare Ln Lancashire 4.07 miles

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Netherclay Community Woodland
3 Netherclay Bishop'S Hull Taunton TA1 5ED 4.47 miles Taunton

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Kings Cliff
Dancing Hill Bridgwater Lancashire TA6 6NG 6.65 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 8.14 miles

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Wellington Park
Lots Of Grass To Run Around On Though Other Dogs Are Often Present 1 Court Dr 8.55 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 9.22 miles Wellington

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