Welcome to Radstock

Radstock is a small town located in the county of Somerset, England. It is situated in the beautiful valley of the River Somer, surrounded by rolling hills and picturesque countryside. The town has a rich history, dating back to the Roman times, and is known for its coal mining heritage. The town's mining industry was once a major source of employment, and the town's museum is dedicated to preserving this important part of its history.

Today, Radstock is a thriving community with a range of amenities and attractions. The town has a number of shops, cafes, and restaurants, as well as a weekly market. There are also several parks and green spaces in the town, including the beautiful Victoria Park, which is home to a range of wildlife and is a popular spot for picnics and walks. The town is also home to several schools, making it a popular choice for families.

One of the town's most popular attractions is the Radstock Museum, which tells the story of the town's mining heritage. The museum is housed in a former market hall and features a range of exhibits, including a recreated coal mine, a collection of mining tools and equipment, and displays on the lives of the miners and their families. The museum also hosts a range of events and activities throughout the year, including talks, workshops, and guided tours. Overall, Radstock is a charming town with a rich history and plenty to offer visitors and residents alike.

Local Weather

Light rain

Temp: 8.1°C

Feels Like: 3.8°C

Wind: 21.3 MPH

Wind Dir: SSE

Local Schools

School	Details
Welton Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr John Snell	Radstock Road Midsomer Norton Radstock Somerset BA3 2AG 1761413131 School Website
Midsomer Norton Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr Alun Randell	High Street Midsomer Norton Radstock Somerset BA3 2DR 1761412289 School Website
Fosse Way School Academy Special Converter Ages:3-19 Head Teacher Mr Fiona Skinner	Longfellow Road Radstock Bath Somerset BA3 3AL 01761412198 School Website
The Mendip School Free Schools Special Ages:4-19 Head Teacher Mrs Natalie Hanna	Longfellow Road Radstock Somerset BA3 3AL 01749838040 School Website
Westfield Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr S Mills	Longfellow Road Westfield Radstock Avon BA3 3XX 1761413662 School Website
St Johns C Of E Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Danielle West-Gaul	Redfield Road Midsomer Norton Radstock Somerset BA3 2JN 01761412019 School Website
Somervale School Specialist Media Arts College Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Joanna Postlethwaite	Redfield Road Midsomer Norton Radstock Somerset BA3 2JD 01761414276 School Website
Norton Hill Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Gordon Green	Charlton Road Midsomer Norton Radstock Somerset BA3 4AD 01761412557 School Website
St Benedicts Catholic Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Ellen Croker	Charlton Lane Midsomer Norton Radstock Somerset BA3 4BD 01761418594 School Website
Longvernal Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Karen Bazeley	Clapton Road Midsomer Norton Radstock Somerset BA3 2LP 1761412777 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Oldfield Park Brook Road, Bath Spa, Somerset, BA2 3RS 7.39 Miles

Bath Spa Dorchester Street, Bath Spa, Somerset, BA1 1SU 7.90 Miles

Freshford Station Road, Freshford, Somerset, BA2 7WQ 8.27 Miles

Frome Station Approach, Off Wallbridge, Frome, Somerset, BA11 1RE 8.37 Miles

Keynsham Station Road, Keynsham, Somerset, BS31 2BN 8.88 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Radstock Taxis 01761 417166 Unit 14/16/Midsomer Enterprise Pk/Radstock Rd, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 2BB 0.20 Miles
Ivory Taxis 01761 431611 30 Holly Walk, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 3TT 0.73 Miles
Welton Cabs 01761 417600 3 Phillis Hill, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 2SW 0.85 Miles
A.F.S. Taxis 01761 437638 10 Chapel Lawns, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 3BQ 0.90 Miles
Roma Cabs 07902 856634 52 Hillside Avenue, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 2NA 1.21 Miles
Somerset Taxis 01761 411234 6 Winterfield Road, Bristol, Bristol, BS39 7RF 1.33 Miles
Ansomcabs Taxi 01761 413421 Crossways, Bristol, Bristol, BS39 7LS 1.41 Miles
Lucky Cars 01761 233989 Heathbury, Radstock, Somerset, BA3 4EW 2.50 Miles
Farrington Taxi Hire 07928 516837 Lyn House, Bristol, Bristol, BS39 6EN 2.79 Miles
Gemini Private Hire 01761 438770 85 Old England Way, Bath, Somerset, BA2 8SW 3.02 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Stones Cross Post Office Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Welton Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
High Street (Top) Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Clevedon Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Midsomer Norton P. O. Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Greenhill Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Elm Tree Avenue Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Vivien Avenue Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bryants Avenue Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Nightingale Way Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Westhill Gardens Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Northmead Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Westfield Trading Estate Weekday Last Collection:18:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Westfield Trading Estate Weekday Last Collection:18:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Waterford Park Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Somer Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Gullock Tyning Midsomer Norton Radstock BA3 2UH
Somer Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Gullock Tyning Midsomer Norton Radstock BA3 2UH
St Chads Surgery 01761 413334	St.Chad's Surgery Gullock Tyning Midsomer Norton Bath BA3 2UH
Somerton House Surgery 01761 412141	Somerton House Surgery 79A North Road Midsomer Norton Bath BA3 2QE
Westfield Surgery 01761 436333	Westfield Surgery Waterford Park,Radstock Bath BA3 3UJ

Local Stores

Westfield
1 Elm Tree Avenue
Westfield
Radstock
Somerset
BA3 3SX
01761 434291
Store Website
0.47 miles

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SPAR Euro Garage Norton
Church Lane
Midsomer Norton
BA3 2JL
01761 412077
Store Website
0.6 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Midsomer Veterinary Centre
53 North Road Radstock Midsomer Norton Somerset BA3 2QE 01761 412 132 enquiries@midsomervets.co.uk Website 0.43 miles
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Highcroft Veterinary Group - Silva House Veterinary Centre
Silver Street Midsomer Norton Somerset BA3 2ET 01761 412223 enquiries@highcroftvet.co.uk Website 0.57 miles
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Natures Vet
Unit 2 Radstock Retail Centre Bath Somerset BA3 3PT contact@naturevetclinic.co.uk Website 1.26 miles
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Natures Vet Clinic
Paulton Surgery, The Old School House Church Street Paulton Bristol Gloucestershire BS39 7LG 01761 411 705 naturesvet@hotmail.co.uk Website 1.71 miles
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Bath Veterinary Group
46 Bath Road Peasedown St John Bath Somerset BA2 8DL 01761 435673 Website 2.67 miles

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Highcroft Veterinary Group - Haycombe Veterinary Centre
208 Whiteway Road Bath Somerset BA2 2RJ 01225 442280 enquiries@highcroftvet.co.uk Website 6.41 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Vallis Vale Walk
A Beautiful Walk Through Woodland Next To The Mells River. The Area Is Steeped In Industrial History And A Site Of Special Scientific Interest. Popular For Dogs In Summer As The River Is Accessible And It Is Flat And The Path Is Gravel But Can Get Muddy And Slippery In Wet Conditions. There Are Several Paths And The Main Path Goes To Mells, Or The East Mendip Way Is Accessible Going South. Elm Ln 6.67 miles Parking Available At Egford, Just Off Elm Lane. Walk To The Left From The Car Park Into Woods.

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East Harptree Forest
Found This A Few Years Ago With My Late Husband And Now Go There With My Daughter. Together We Have For Dogs. Easy Walking With A Few Tracks Off To The Sides. It Was Only By Chance That We Found Out It Has An Old Chimney There. It Is Called The Smitham Chimney And Was Used Many Years Ago For Smelting Lead And Zinc. It Is Almost Surrounded By Water. Beautiful Array Of Trees And Flora Abound. Carters Cottage Smithams Hill East Harptree Bristol BS40 6BZ 6.95 miles East Harptree, Somerset

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Julian Houseand#039;S Circuit Of Bath Walk
Bath Lancashire 8.02 miles

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Bath Skyline
A Short, Circular Dog Walk From Bath City Centre Out To The Countryside Of The Bath Skyline. This Walk Has Stunning Views, Hidden Waterways And Georgian History. BA1 1LN 8.06 miles The Tourist Information Centre Is In The Abbey Churchyard.

Avoncliff Aqueduct
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk From Winsley. Part Of The Walk Runs By The Kennet & Avon Canal And Is Close To The River Avon And Avoncliff Station. The Walk Passes Over The Avoncliff Aqueduct, Which Was Built By John Rennie And John Thomas, Between 1797 And 1801. BA2 7FQ 8.60 miles From Bath, Take The A36 Warminster Road, Heading South. Take A Left At The B3108 At A Traffic Light Junction, Signposted 'Bradford-On-Avon' And 'Winsley'. Remain On This Road Until You Reach A Small Road Sign Pointing Right Toward 'Murhill', Take This Narrow Lane Until You Reach A Car Park On Your Right.

Bath Racecourse
A Lovely Walk Around The Edges Of The Track At Bathracecourse Perfect Space For The Energetic Breeds Who Need To Let Off Steam. 3 Blathwayt Cottages Lansdown Bath BA1 9BR 9.33 miles Parking At The Blathwayt Pub Which Is Lovely Does Good Food. Obviously Do Not Walk When A Race Day

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Weather Forecast

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Feels Like	-7.5°C	-8.9°C	-9.9°C	-10.1°C	-9.9°C	-8.2°C	-4.6°C	-1.3°C	0.1°C	-1.7°C	-3.6°C	-4.9°C

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Feels Like	-5.4°C	-5.8°C	-6.3°C	-6.6°C	-5.4°C	-2.2°C	2.5°C	4.7°C	4.8°C	3.7°C	2.1°C	-1.9°C

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