Welcome to Portway

Portway is a small village located in the county of Somerset, England. It is situated on the outskirts of the town of Wells and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is home to a small community of residents who enjoy the peace and tranquility of rural living. Portway is a popular destination for tourists who come to explore the nearby attractions such as the Cheddar Gorge and the Wookey Hole Caves.

The village of Portway has a rich history dating back to the Roman times. The area was once a thriving agricultural community and evidence of this can still be seen in the surrounding fields and farms. The village has a number of historic buildings including the St. Mary's Church which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a popular attraction for visitors who come to admire its beautiful architecture and learn about its fascinating history.

Despite its small size, Portway has a strong sense of community and there are a number of local events and activities that take place throughout the year. The village has a small primary school, a village hall and a pub which serves delicious food and drink. The surrounding countryside provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling and horse riding. Overall, Portway is a charming village that offers a peaceful and idyllic way of life.

Local Weather

Patchy rain nearby

Temp: 5.3°C

Feels Like: -0.7°C

Wind: 29.3 MPH

Wind Dir: WNW

Local Schools

School	Details
Huish Episcopi Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Tiffany Doughty Davis	North Street Langport Somerset TA10 9RW 01458250673 School Website
Huish Episcopi Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Nat Parnell	Wincanton Road Huish Episcopi Langport Somerset TA10 9SS 01458250501 School Website
Curry Rivel Church Of England Vc Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Alison Pook	Church Street Curry Rivel Langport Somerset TA10 0HD 01458251404 School Website
High Ham Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Ann Edwards	High Ham Langport Somerset TA10 9BY 01458250735 School Website
Hambridge Community Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Jeremy St John	Hambridge Langport Somerset TA10 0AZ 01460281370 School Website
Othery Village School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Lindsay Hayward	Othery Bridgwater Somerset TA7 0PX 1823698464 School Website
Long Sutton C Of E Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Elizabeth Reynolds	Martock Road Long Sutton Langport Somerset TA10 9NT 01458241434 School Website
Stoke St Gregory Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Barney Rycroft	Stoke St Gregory Taunton Somerset TA3 6EG 01823490437 School Website
Kingsbury Episcopi Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Melanie Lawson	Stembridge Martock Somerset TA12 6BP 01460240507 School Website
Inaura School Other Independent Special School Ages:8-18 Head Teacher Mrs Lauren Smith	Moorview House Riverside Burrowbridge Somerset TA7 0RB 1823690211 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Bridgwater St Johns Street, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 5HB 9.11 Miles

Taunton Station Approach, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 1QP 11.09 Miles

Crewkerne Station Road, Crewkerne, Somerset, TA18 8AL 11.22 Miles

Yeovil Pen Mill Sherborne Road, Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 5DD 11.83 Miles

Yeovil Junction Off Newton Road, Stoford, Somerset, BA22 9UU 12.63 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
A And J And J C Cars 01458 241463 5 Knightlands Lane, Langport, Somerset, TA10 9HR 3.94 Miles
Lumberline Taxis 01458 746002 Pembury/Langport Rd, Somerton, Somerset, TA11 6HT 4.55 Miles
Roma Cabs 07891 177819 29 St Cleers Orchard, Somerton, Somerset, TA11 6QU 4.65 Miles
A Car For The Occasion 01460 241697 Applewood, South Petherton, Somerset, TA13 5HF 4.79 Miles
I J H Executive Cars 07887 777243 19 Limbury, Martock, Somerset, TA12 6DX 5.16 Miles
Coral-Cabs 07772 837977 27 The Millands, Somerton, Somerset, TA11 7NR 5.43 Miles
Freeway Taxis 01935 829289 3 St. James St, South Petherton, Somerset, TA13 5BS 6.12 Miles
Bw Taxis Ltd 01460 53400 Unit 26, Ilminster, Somerset, TA19 9DU 6.25 Miles
Ilminster Taxis 01460 54712 13 Cottage Corner, Ilminster, Somerset, TA19 9ER 6.46 Miles
Chauffeur Link South West 01460 258899 13 Cottage Corner, Ilminster, Somerset, TA19 9ER 6.46 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Portway Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sandpits Hill Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Westover Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Wick Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Parrett Close Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Hill Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
North Street Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dyers Hole Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Drayton Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Huish Episcopi Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Parsonage Place Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Eastover Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Newtown Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Garden City Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Brooklands Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Langport Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Langport Surgery North Street Langport TA10 9RH
Langport Surgery 01458 250464	Langport Surgery North Street Langport Somerset TA10 9RH
Buttercross Health Centre 01458 272473	Buttercross Health Centre Behind Berry Somerton Somerset TA11 7PB
Church Street Surgery, Martock 01460 240707	Church Street Surgery Church Street Martock Somerset TA12 6JL
Martock Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service	1 Church Street Martock TA12 6JL

Local Stores

Somerton's Co-op
Brunel Shopping Precinct
Somerton
Somerset
TA11 7PY
01458 270870
Store Website
5.21 miles

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SPAR Euro Garage South Petherton
SPAR
Harp Road
South Petherton
TA13 5JG
01460 242030
Store Website
6.6 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Langport Veterinary Centre
Regency House Bow Street Langport Somerset TA10 9PS 01458 250 459 office@langportvets.co.uk Website 0.60 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Anvil Equine Veterinary Clinic
Withy Orchard Stathe Road Burrowbridge Taunton Somerset TA7 0RY 07989 430 606 jane@stanstedequine.co.uk 3.76 miles

Animals Treated
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Kingfisher Veterinary Practice Martock
Martock Veterinary Centre Stapleton Road Martock Somerset TA12 6HH 01935 825199 office@kingfishervets.co.uk Website 5.03 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Medivet Somerton
The Old Band House Langport Road Somerton Somerset TA11 6NB 01458 274021 Somerton@medivet.co.uk Website 5.06 miles
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Animals Treated
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St Giles Veterinary Clinic
Newport Road Wrantage Taunton Somerset TA3 6DJ 01823 490433 info@stgileskennels.co.uk Website 5.88 miles
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Animals Treated
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Minster Veterinary Services Ltd
The Red House 2 St. James Street South Petherton Somerset TA13 5BS 01460 241262 minstervets@hotmail.co.uk 6.07 miles

Animals Treated
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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 6.26 miles Plenty Of Parking

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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 7.17 miles

Location what3words mistaking.reject.seaweed

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 7.31 miles

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Ham Hill Country Park
77 Ham Hill Rd Stoke-Sub-Hamdon Lancashire TA14 6RW 7.44 miles Signposted From Stoke Sub Hamdon

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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 7.74 miles

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Kings Cliff
Dancing Hill Bridgwater Lancashire TA6 6NG 9.13 miles

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Weather Forecast

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	Clear	Clear	Partly Cloudy	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	-2.5°C	-2.8°C	-2.6°C	-2.5°C	-2.4°C	0.5°C	3°C	5.7°C	5.7°C	3°C	1.8°C	1.3°C
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

Monday	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	Partly Cloudy	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Mist	Fog
Temp	0.9°C	1.3°C	1.8°C	2.3°C	2.8°C	3.3°C	3.8°C	4.6°C	5°C	4.9°C	4.6°C	5.4°C
Feels Like	-4.3°C	-3.8°C	-3.1°C	-2.6°C	-1.9°C	-1.1°C	-0.3°C	1°C	2°C	2.7°C	3.4°C	4.3°C

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

	Fog	Fog	Fog	Fog	Mist	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast
Temp	4.5°C	3.8°C	3.4°C	3.1°C	2.8°C	2.9°C	3.2°C	3.4°C	3.4°C	3°C	2.6°C	3.3°C
Feels Like	4°C	2.8°C	1.6°C	0.9°C	0.3°C	0.2°C	0.8°C	1.1°C	0.9°C	0.4°C	0.1°C	1.9°C

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