Welcome to South Petherton

South Petherton is a small town located in the county of Somerset, England. The town is situated on the southern edge of the Somerset Levels, which is an area of low-lying land that is prone to flooding. Despite this, South Petherton has a rich history and is home to many historic buildings and landmarks. One of the most notable landmarks in the town is the Church of St. Peter and St. Paul, which dates back to the 13th century. The church is known for its impressive tower, which stands at over 100 feet tall and can be seen from miles around.

South Petherton is also home to a number of local businesses, including shops, cafes, and pubs. The town has a strong sense of community, and there are many events and activities that take place throughout the year. One of the most popular events is the South Petherton Carnival, which takes place in September and features a parade of floats and costumes. The town also has a weekly market, which is held on a Friday and sells a range of local produce and crafts.

In addition to its historic buildings and community events, South Petherton is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The town is located close to the Mendip Hills, which is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The hills offer a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, cycling, and horse riding. The nearby coast is also popular with visitors, and there are many beaches and seaside towns to explore. Overall, South Petherton is a charming town that offers a mix of history, community, and natural beauty.

Local Schools

School	Details
South Petherton Church Of England Infants School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-7 Head Teacher Mrs Shan Weston	Church Path Hele Lane South Petherton Somerset TA13 5DY 01460240750 School Website
South Petherton Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Catherine Walker	Hayes End South Petherton Somerset TA13 5AG 01460240172
Shepton Beauchamp Church School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Connel Boyle	Church Street Shepton Beauchamp Ilminster Somerset TA19 0LQ 1460240793
Kingsbury Episcopi Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Melanie Lawson	Stembridge Martock Somerset TA12 6BP 01460240507 School Website
Martock Church Of England Va Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Lafferty-Jenkins	Elmleigh Road Martock Somerset TA12 6EF 01935823486 School Website
Norton Sub Hamdon Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Liz Stiddard Jamie Caswell	New Road Norton-Sub-Hamdon Stoke Sub Hamdon Somerset TA14 6SF 01935881815 School Website
Castle Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Steve Morton	Castle Street Stoke Sub Hamdon Somerset TA14 6RE 01935822342 School Website
Merriott First School Community School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mr Lois Bowery	Church Street Merriott Somerset TA16 5PT 0 146072547 School Website
Hinton St George Church Of England School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mrs Charlotte Hall	West Street Hinton St George Somerset TA17 8SA 0 146072653 School Website
West Chinnock Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Ms Liz Stiddard Jamie Caswell	Scotts Way West Chinnock Crewkerne Somerset TA18 7PU 01935881367 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Crewkerne Station Road, Crewkerne, Somerset, TA18 8AL 5.25 Miles

Yeovil Pen Mill Sherborne Road, Yeovil, Somerset, BA21 5DD 8.54 Miles

Yeovil Junction Off Newton Road, Stoford, Somerset, BA22 9UU 8.75 Miles

Yetminster Chapel Lane, Yetminster, Dorset, DT9 6LH 10.94 Miles

Thornford Thornford Road, Thornford, Dorset, DT9 6PT 11.48 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Freeway Taxis 01935 829289 3 St. James St, South Petherton, Somerset, TA13 5BS 0.15 Miles
A Car For The Occasion 01460 241697 Applewood, South Petherton, Somerset, TA13 5HF 1.18 Miles
I J H Executive Cars 07887 777243 19 Limbury, Martock, Somerset, TA12 6DX 2.49 Miles
Special Event Cars 01460 75359 54 Lower Street, Merriott, Somerset, TA16 5NN 3.04 Miles
Airline 01935 414444 The Court Yard, Merriott, Somerset, TA16 5NH 3.19 Miles
Stennings Minibus And Taxis 01460 75089 The Old Garage, Merriott, Somerset, TA16 5NH 3.19 Miles
Currans Private Hire 01460 271625 Oak Dr, Crewkerne, Somerset, TA18 7DN 4.22 Miles
Ilminster Taxis 01460 54712 13 Cottage Corner, Ilminster, Somerset, TA19 9ER 5.05 Miles
Chauffeur Link South West 01460 258899 13 Cottage Corner, Ilminster, Somerset, TA19 9ER 5.05 Miles
Bw Taxis Ltd 01460 53400 Unit 26, Ilminster, Somerset, TA19 9DU 5.07 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
St James Street Petherton Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Stoodham Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Silver Street Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lightgate Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Compton Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hayes End Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
West Street Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Watergore Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Yeabridge Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Compton Durville Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bridge Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Middle Lambrook Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Over Stratton Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
South Petherton Surgery	Hamsfield Lane Hospital Lane South Petherton Somerset TA13 5EG
Martock Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service	1 Church Street Martock TA12 6JL
Church Street Surgery, Martock 01460 240707	Church Street Surgery Church Street Martock Somerset TA12 6JL
Hamdon Medical Centre, Stoke-Sub-Hamdon 01935 822236	Hamdon Medical Centre Matts Lane Stoke-Sub-Hamdon Somerset TA14 6QE
Dillington House - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Dillington House Ilminster TA19 9DT

Local Stores

South Petherton - 4 St James Street
4 St James Street
South Petherton
Somerset
TA13 5BS
01460 242600
Store Website
0.10 miles

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

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Minster Veterinary Services Ltd
The Red House 2 St. James Street South Petherton Somerset TA13 5BS 01460 241262 minstervets@hotmail.co.uk 0.10 miles

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Isle Valley Vets Ltd
The Old Glove Factory Matts Lane Stoke-Sub-Hamdon Somerset TA14 6QE 01935 310 930 Website 2.43 miles
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Kingfisher Veterinary Practice Martock
Martock Veterinary Centre Stapleton Road Martock Somerset TA12 6HH 01935 825199 office@kingfishervets.co.uk Website 2.77 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 4.42 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 4.68 miles

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Kingfisher Veterinary Practice Crewkerne
Tower Hill Road Crewkerne Somerset TA18 8EQ 01460 72443 office@kingfishervets.co.uk Website 4.74 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 0.50 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 2.70 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 2.80 miles

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Ham Hill Country Park
77 Ham Hill Rd Stoke-Sub-Hamdon Lancashire TA14 6RW 2.82 miles Signposted From Stoke Sub Hamdon

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Ninesprings Yeovil Country Park
Great All-Rounder Of A Walk, There Is A Play Park Area For The Kids, Ducks To Feed, And Plenty Of Things To Sniff! If Your Brave Head Up The Hill Side, Into The Wooded Area, Much More Interesting Place To Explore. Great Place To Socialise Your Four-Legged Friend Too, There Is Always Other Dogs Of All Shapes An Sizes! 1 Church St Yeovil Lancashire BA20 1HE 7.67 miles

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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 8.54 miles

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