Welcome to Tellisford

Tellisford is a small village located in the county of Somerset, England. It is situated on the banks of the River Frome and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a rich history dating back to the Roman times, and there are many historic buildings and landmarks to explore. One of the most notable landmarks in Tellisford is the 13th-century church of St. Michael and All Angels, which is a Grade II listed building.

The village of Tellisford is a popular destination for tourists who are looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. The village is known for its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere, and there are many walking and cycling routes in the surrounding countryside. The River Frome is also a popular spot for fishing and boating, and there are several local companies that offer boat hire and guided tours of the river.

Despite its small size, Tellisford has a strong sense of community, and there are many local events and activities that take place throughout the year. The village hall is a hub of activity, and there are regular events such as coffee mornings, craft fairs, and live music performances. The village also has a pub, The Rose and Crown, which is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike. Overall, Tellisford is a charming and picturesque village that offers a peaceful and relaxing retreat for those who visit.

Local Schools

School	Details
Rode Methodist Vc First School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mrs Georgina Muxworthy	Rode Frome Somerset BA11 6NZ 01373830523 School Website
Lumiar Stowford School Other Independent School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Claire Walker	Stowford Manor Farm Wingfield BA14 9LH 1225967032 School Website
Norton St Philip Church Of England First School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mrs Georgina Muxworthy	Church Street Norton St Philip Bath Somerset BA2 7LU 01373834327 School Website
Westwood-With-Iford Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs T Dunn	Boswell Road Lower Westwood Bradford-On-Avon Wiltshire BA15 2BY 1225862408 School Website
Southwick Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs David Cook	Hollis Way Southwick Trowbridge Wiltshire BA14 9PH 01225763325 School Website
Beckington Church Of England First School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Miss Claire Chantler	Church Street Beckington Frome Somerset BA11 6TG 01373830438 School Website
Springmead Preparatory School Other Independent School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sally Cox	Castle Corner Beckington Somerset Somerset BA11 6TA 1373831555 School Website
Studley Green Primary School Foundation School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Garbutt	Westfield Road Trowbridge Wiltshire BA14 9JQ 01225752713 School Website
Freshford Church School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Andrew Wishart	High Street Freshford Bath Somerset BA2 7WE 1225723331 School Website
The Grove Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Anna Pemberton	Hazel Grove Trowbridge Wiltshire BA14 0JG 01225755242 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Avoncliff Un-Named Lane Off Belcombe Road, Avoncliff, Wiltshire, BA15 2HD 2.71 Miles

Freshford Station Road, Freshford, Somerset, BA2 7WQ 2.94 Miles

Trowbridge Stallard Street, Trowbridge, Wiltshire, BA14 8HW 3.56 Miles

Bradford-On-Avon St Margaret'S Street, Bradford-On-Avon, Wiltshire, BA15 1DF 3.58 Miles

Westbury Station Approach, Westbury, Wiltshire, BA13 4HP 4.50 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Rode Private Hire 01373 830244 35 High Street, Frome, Somerset, BA11 6PA 1.14 Miles
Airport Transfers Bath 07910 433897 Wynola Cars, Bath, Somerset, BA2 7NE 1.77 Miles
R P B Executive Travel Ltd 01225 712233 7 Marston Rd, Trowbridge, Wiltshire, BA14 0LR 3.16 Miles
Great Western Cars 07881 882188 33 Bradley Rd, Trowbridge, Wiltshire, BA14 0QR 3.39 Miles
Ken's Kabs, Taxi Airport Service, Frome 07966 427225 2 Residential Pk, Frome, Somerset, BA11 2ND 3.52 Miles
Bradford On Avon Taxis 01225 862277 Station Approach, Bradford On Avon, Wiltshire, BA15 1DF 3.54 Miles
A And D Taxis 01225 751332 Stallard Street, Trowbridge, Wiltshire, BA14 9AA 3.55 Miles
Just Cars 01225 765585 Unit 5, Trowbridge, Wiltshire, BA14 8LL 3.57 Miles
Platinum Taxis 01225 755675 A D Taxis, Trowbridge, Wiltshire, BA14 8HW 3.58 Miles
S M Cars 01373 825165 134 Engineer Road, Westbury, Wiltshire, BA13 4JW 3.67 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Tellisford No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Rode Hill No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Woolverton No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Rode Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
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Church Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tellisford Lane Norton St Phillip No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Church Lane Wingfield No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Norton St Philip P. O. No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Laverton No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Frome Road (Dilly Brook) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Clifford No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Beckington Family Practice 01373 830316	Beckington Family Prac St Luke's Surgery Beckington Frome,Somerset BA11 6SE
Dr Brooks, Beckington/Freshford	Freshford Surgery Younghusband House Freshford Bath Avon BA2 7TT
Wingfield Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	72 Wingfield Road Trowbridge BA14 9EN
Widbrook Medical Practice	72 Wingfield Road Trowbridge Wiltshire BA14 9EN
Wingfield Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service	72 Wingfield Road Trowbridge BA14 9EN

Local Stores

Norton St. Phillip
1 Fortescue Street
Norton St Phillips
Bath
Somerset
BA2 7PE
01373 834706
Store Website
1.49 miles

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SPAR Haring Monkton Combe
SPAR
Warminster Road
Monkton Combe
Bath
BA2 7HY
01225 723627
Store Website
4.4 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Glenleigh Veterinary Practice (Garston Veterinary Group)
58 Wingfield Road Trowbridge Wiltshire BA14 9EW 01225 754021 Website 3.25 miles

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Trowbridge Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Bradley Road Trowbridge Wiltshire BA14 0RQ trowbridge@vets4pets.com 3.46 miles

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Penn Equine Vets
Unit 14 The Agricultural Centre Standerwick Frome Somerset BA11 2QB 01373 830868 info@pennequinevets.co.uk Website 3.58 miles

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Frome Farmvets
Unit 6, The Business Courtyard Frome Market Standerwick Frome Somerset BA11 2QB 01749 601899 shepton.fvsw@originanimal.com Website 3.58 miles

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Harris, Hill &Amp; Gibbons Veterinary Group - Bradford On Avon
Prospect House Frome Road Bradford-On-Avon Wiltshire BA15 1LA 01225 862656 BOA@hhgvets.co.uk Website 3.60 miles
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Harris, Hill &Amp; Gibbons Veterinary Group - Trowbridge
6 Paxcroft Way Trowbridge Wiltshire BA14 7DG 01225 760630 trowbridge@hhgvets.co.uk Website 4.36 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Southwick Country Park
This Is A Popular Country Park With Dog Walkers, Families And Locals. There Are A Series Of Several Fields Crossed By A River And A Pond Which Is Popular With Dogs. Many Dogs Here Are Off Lead, But There Is Space To Avoid Other Dogs And It Is Quieter Off The Main Pathway. As Part Of The Park There Is The Hope Nature Centre With A Tea Rooms. A Circular Walk Will Bring You Back To The Free Car Park Following A Level Path. 4 A361 Southwick Trowbridge Lancashire BA14 9AF 2.65 miles Free Car Park Sign Posted

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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 3.18 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.

Bradford On Avon
A Lovely Walk Along The River Starting At The Tythe Barn, You Can Then Veer Off Right Where The Path Splits And Follow The Walk Through Many Open Fields To A Lovely Dog Friendly Pub Then Come Back. Does Get Very Busy In The Summer Or Half Terms. 4 Pound Ln Bradford-On-Avon Lancashire BA15 1LF 3.40 miles Parking Is Not Free And Theirs Not A Lot Of It, But If You Know The Area I'M Sure There Is Somewhere A Short Walk Away That You Park Free.

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Bradford On Avon To Freshford
Starting With A Walk Along The Canal And River, With Lots Of Places For The Dogs To Swim. Heading Up To Iford Where There Is A Lovely Little Dog Friendly Garden. There Are Two Pubs On This Walk The Cross Gun And The Inn At Freshford. After Iford A Short Walk In The Woods Towards Freshford And Then Back To Avoncliff. Lots Of Off Lead Areas, But Some Of The Field May Have Animals In. Railway Station Bradford-On-Avon Lancashire BA15 1FQ 3.57 miles You Can Start The Walk At Either Of The Pubs As It’S A Loop Walk.

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Clanger And Picket Woods
Clanger And Picket Woods Is A Great Walk For All The Family. It's A Large Woodland Area, With A Big Path Right Up The Middle Of The Two Woods (Either Side). 18 Westbury Rd Yarnbrook Trowbridge BA14 6AG 4.57 miles Signposted Clearly Off The A350 Between Yarnbrook Roundabout And Heywood.

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Clanger And Pucket Woods
Woodland Walk. Small Parking Area. Lots Of Different Routes Can Be Taken From 20 Min Walks To Hours, The Choice Is Yours. Clanger Wood Clanger Ln Westbury BA13 4LL 4.65 miles Lovely Walks Through The Trees, Stoned Pathways As Well As Off The Beaten Track, We Walk Here Most Days And Don’T Do The Same Walk In A Week To Ten Days.

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