Welcome to Sydenham

Sydenham Somerset is a small village located in the county of Somerset, England. The village is situated on the eastern edge of the Quantock Hills, which is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is a popular destination for walkers and hikers. The village has a rich history and is home to several historic buildings, including the Sydenham House, which dates back to the 16th century.

The village of Sydenham Somerset is a close-knit community with a population of around 300 people. The village has a primary school, a village hall, and a pub. The village is also home to several small businesses, including a post office and a convenience store. The village is well-connected to the surrounding areas, with good road links to Taunton and Bridgwater.

Sydenham Somerset is a popular destination for tourists who are looking to explore the beautiful countryside of Somerset. The village is located close to several popular attractions, including the Quantock Hills, the West Somerset Railway, and the historic town of Dunster. The village is also home to several walking and cycling routes, which offer stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Overall, Sydenham Somerset is a charming village that offers a peaceful and relaxing escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Local Weather

Partly Cloudy

Temp: 11.2°C

Feels Like: 8.4°C

Wind: 16.3 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Stogumber C Of E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Kate Lewis	Station Road Stogumber Taunton Somerset TA4 3TQ 01984656311 School Website
Danesfield Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Community Middle School Academy Converter Ages:9-13 Head Teacher Mr David Mcgrath	North Road Williton Taunton Somerset TA4 4SW 01984632581 School Website
St Peters Church Of England First School Academy Converter Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mr Maida White	Doniford Road Williton Taunton Somerset TA4 4SF 01984632480 School Website
Old Cleeve C Of E School Washford Academy Converter Ages:3-9 Head Teacher Mr Emma Murch	Washford Watchet Somerset TA23 0PB 01984640232 School Website
Knights Templar Church Of England Methodist Community School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mrs David Frowde	Liddymore Road Watchet Somerset TA23 0EX 01984634385 School Website
Crowcombe C Of E Va Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Kate Lewis	Crowcombe Taunton Somerset TA4 4AA 01984618273 School Website
Lydeard St Lawrence Community Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Janine Donovan	Lydeard St Lawrence Taunton Somerset TA4 3SF 1984667287
Wiveliscombe Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Lucy Crowe	North Street Wiveliscombe Taunton Somerset TA4 2LA 01984623325 School Website
Kingsmead Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr John Eddy	Wiveliscombe Taunton Somerset TA4 2NE 01984623483 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

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Taunton Station Approach, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 1QP 11.84 Miles

Tiverton Parkway Station Road, Sampford Peverell, Devon, EX16 7EH 13.99 Miles

Bridgwater St Johns Street, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 5HB 14.44 Miles

Highbridge And Burnham Station Walk, Highbridge, Somerset, TA9 3BT 16.57 Miles

Rhoose Cardiff International Airport Off Torbay Terrace, Rhoose, Vale Of Glamorgan, CF62 3HB 18.43 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Mr Cabs 01984 633333 Dunkers Den Half Acre, Taunton, Somerset, TA4 4NY 2.61 Miles
Cab It 01643 707544 47 Long Street, Taunton, Somerset, TA4 4QU 2.85 Miles
Euro Cars 01984 633555 1 Doniford Drive, Taunton, Somerset, TA4 4JW 2.97 Miles
Coastline Cabs 01984 633777 35 Whitecroft, Taunton, Somerset, TA4 4RU 3.05 Miles
Minehead Taxis 01643 709090 3 Five Bells, Watchet, Somerset, TA23 0HZ 3.38 Miles
Data Cab 01984 639141 5 Rangoon Rd, Watchet, Somerset, TA23 0TS 3.68 Miles
Cliffs Cabs 01984 631973 Swain Street, Watchet, Somerset, TA23 0AG 4.10 Miles
Watchet Minibus Hire 01984 631819 5 Mill St, Watchet, Somerset, TA23 0AP 4.17 Miles
Airport Quest Cars Ltd 01823 400706 Lampreys Cottage/Huntash Lane, Taunton, Somerset, TA4 1PX 7.63 Miles
Ads Cabs 01643 702719 14 Widgeon Close, Minehead, Somerset, TA24 6UH 7.81 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Monksilver Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Elworthy Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Woodford Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stogumber Hill Farm Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stogumber High Street Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Slades Close Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Chidgley Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Capton Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kingswood Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Vellow Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stream Monksilver Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stogumber Station Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Rooks Nest Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Higher Vexford Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sampford Brett Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
West Somerset Healthcare 01984 632701	West Somerset Healthcare Williton Surg, Robert St Williton, Taunton Somerset TA4 4QE
Dr Halliday, Williton/Watchet	Watchet Surgery 55 Swain Street Watchet Somerset TA23 0AG
Lister House Partnership 01984 623471	Lister House Surgery Croft Way, Wiveliscombe Taunton Somerset TA4 2BF
Dunster & Porlock Surgeries 01643 821244	Dunster And Porlock Surge West Street Dunster Somerset TA24 6SN
Quantock Vale Surgery 01823 432361	Mount Street Bishops Lydeard Taunton Somerset TA4 3LH

Local Stores

Williton
25 Fore Street
Williton
Taunton
Somerset
TA4 4PX
01984 633014
Store Website
2.77 miles

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SPAR Williton
SPAR
2 Fore Street
Williton
Taunton
TA4 4PX
01984 632280
Store Website
2.7 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

White Lodge Veterinary Clinic Ltd
Roughmoor Enterprise Centre Roughmoor, Williton Taunton Somerset TA4 4AT 01984 634 013 williton@whitelodgevetclinic.co.uk 3.12 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Deane Vets
Ford Road Wiveliscombe Somerset TA4 2RE 01984 624405 info@deanevets.co.uk Website 5.41 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Holistic Vet Vicky
12 North Street Wiveliscombe Taunton Somerset TA4 2JY 01984 624999 somersetvet@yahoo.com 5.45 miles
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Mount Vets Wiveliscombe Surgery
6 North Street Wiveliscombe Taunton Somerset TA4 2JY 01984 624 422 wiveliscombe@mountvets.com Website 5.45 miles
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Priory Close Veterinary Surgery
Veterinary Surgery Station Road Bishops Lydeard Taunton Somerset TA4 3BU 01823 433361 7.33 miles

Animals Treated
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Quantock Veterinary Surgery
Castle Street Nether Stowey Bridgwater Somerset TA5 1LN 01278 450080 info@quantockvets.co.uk Website 7.44 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Walk-in clinic.
Tue	08:45	09:30
Walk-in clinic (AM) plus Appointment only clinic 15:00 to 16:00
Wed	08:45	09:30
Walk-in clinic.
Thu	08:45	09:30
Walk-in clinic (AM) plus Evening walk-in clinic 18:00 to 19:00.
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Walk-in clinic.
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Walk-in clinic.
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Local Dog Walks

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 4.62 miles

Location what3words completed.other.classed

Dunster
A Circular Walk Through The Village Of Dunster. Set Between The Foothills Of Exmoor National Park And The Somerset Coast. TA24 6SE 6.86 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 7.04 miles Ta24 6Th

Location what3words calm.spouse.ruling

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 9.17 miles

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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 9.70 miles

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Wellington Park
Lots Of Grass To Run Around On Though Other Dogs Are Often Present 1 Court Dr 10.71 miles

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Weather Forecast

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	Clear	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
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Feels Like	-22°C	-22.9°C	-23.5°C	-23.1°C	-23°C	-21.9°C	-17.6°C	-14.3°C	-11.1°C	-10.1°C	-12.2°C	-14.8°C

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	Clear	Partly Cloudy	Cloudy	Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Partly Cloudy	Overcast
Temp	-9.5°C	-8.4°C	-7.4°C	-6.6°C	-5.2°C	-2.6°C	0.9°C	3.6°C	4.1°C	2.6°C	0.6°C	-4.8°C
Feels Like	-15.3°C	-14.7°C	-14°C	-13.5°C	-12.3°C	-9.3°C	-4.8°C	-1.1°C	-0.1°C	-1.2°C	-3.2°C	-9.5°C

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Temp	-1.6°C	-1.5°C	-2°C	-2.3°C	-1.2°C	1°C	3.5°C	5.1°C	4.9°C	3.5°C	5.8°C	2.9°C
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