Welcome to The Common

The Common Somerset is a beautiful and historic region located in the southwest of England. It is known for its rolling hills, picturesque villages, and stunning coastline. The area is rich in history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the Neolithic period. The region has been inhabited by Celts, Romans, Saxons, and Normans, and has played an important role in English history.

One of the most famous landmarks in the Common Somerset is Glastonbury Tor. This iconic hill rises above the surrounding landscape and is topped by the ruins of a medieval church. The Tor has been a place of pilgrimage for centuries, and is associated with many legends and myths. It is said to be the site of King Arthur's tomb, and is also believed to be the entrance to the mystical land of Avalon.

The Common Somerset is also home to many charming villages and towns, such as Bath, Wells, and Cheddar. Bath is famous for its Roman baths and Georgian architecture, while Wells is known for its stunning cathedral and medieval streets. Cheddar is famous for its cheese, and also boasts a dramatic gorge and a network of underground caves. With its rich history, stunning scenery, and charming towns and villages, the Common Somerset is a must-visit destination for anyone interested in English culture and history.

Local Schools

School	Details
Bath Academy Other Independent School Ages:14-19 Head Teacher Mr Tim Naylor	27 Queen Square Bath Somerset BA1 2HX 1225334577 School Website
St Andrew's Church School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jayne Rochford-Smith	Northampton Street Julian Road Bath Somerset BA1 2SN 1225310135 School Website
Bath College Further Education Ages:16-99 Head Teacher Mrs Laurel Penrose	Avon Street Bath Avon BA1 1UP 1225312191 School Website
St Stephens Church School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Claire Taylor	Richmond Place Lansdown Bath Somerset BA1 5PZ 1225311665 School Website
Widcombe Infant School Academy Converter Ages:5-7 Head Teacher Miss Alison Watts	Archway Street Bath Somerset BA2 4JG 1225421998 School Website
Widcombe Cofe Junior School Academy Converter Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rebecca Wilson	Pulteney Road Bath Somerset BA2 4JG 1225310139 School Website
Bathwick St Mary Church School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Kevin Purkiss	Darlington Road Bath Somerset BA2 6NN 1225465654 School Website
Oldfield Park Infant School Academy Converter Ages:5-7 Head Teacher Mr Dave Goucher	Dorset Close Bath Somerset BA2 3RF 1225422903 School Website
Royal High School Gdst Other Independent School Ages:3-19 Head Teacher Mrs Kate Reynolds	Lansdown Road Bath Somerset BA1 5SZ 01225313877 School Website
King Edwards School Other Independent School Ages:3-19 Head Teacher Mr Martin J Boden	North Road Bath Somerset BA2 6HU 01225464313 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Bath Spa Dorchester Street, Bath Spa, Somerset, BA1 1SU 0.63 Miles

Oldfield Park Brook Road, Bath Spa, Somerset, BA2 3RS 0.95 Miles

Freshford Station Road, Freshford, Somerset, BA2 7WQ 4.10 Miles

Avoncliff Un-Named Lane Off Belcombe Road, Avoncliff, Wiltshire, BA15 2HD 4.77 Miles

Bradford-On-Avon St Margaret'S Street, Bradford-On-Avon, Wiltshire, BA15 1DF 5.48 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Bath Taxi 07949 696950 3 Edgar Buildings, Bath, Somerset, BA1 2FJ 0.15 Miles
Bond Street Chauffeur Services 01225 466198 18 New Bond Street, Bath, Somerset, BA1 1BA 0.26 Miles
V Cars - Bath 01225 464646 36 Monmouth Street, Bath, Somerset, BA1 2AN 0.39 Miles
Ansomcabs Taxis/Minibuses 01761 413421 20-21 Green Park Mews, Bath, Somerset, BA1 1JD 0.46 Miles
Blue Car Private Hire 01225 318332 6 Lower Borough Walls, Bath, Somerset, BA1 1QR 0.51 Miles
Spright Cars 01225 220015 6 Mt View, Bath, Somerset, BA1 5QF 0.55 Miles
Abbey Taxis 01225 444444 South Parade, Bath, Somerset, BA2 4AF 0.56 Miles
Bath Taxis 01225 447777 Cheltenham Street, Bath, Somerset, BA2 3EX 0.68 Miles
V Cars - Bath 01225 464646 11 Cheltenham Street, Bath, Somerset, BA2 3EX 0.68 Miles
Chauffeur Link 01225 446936 The Coach House, Bath, Somerset, BA2 6JF 0.75 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Russell Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Gay Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Milsom Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Walcot Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Julian Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Paragon No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Belvedere No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Upper Church Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Saint Johns Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bath Postal Museum Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Bath Postal Museum 2 Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Queen Square No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
St Andrews P.O. No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Laura Place No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stall Street Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
St James's Surgery	8-9 Northampton Buildings Bath BA1 2SR
The Pulteney Practice 01225 464187	Pulteney Street Surgery 35 Great Pulteney Street Bath BA2 4BY
Bath Pavilion - Covid Local Vaccination Service	North Parade Road Bath BA2 4EU
Bath Pavilion - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	North Parade Road Bath BA2 4EU
Fairfield Park Health Centre 01225 331616	Fairfield Park Health Ctr Tyning Lane, Camden Road Bath BA1 6EA

Local Stores

Julian Road
3a Burlington Place
Julian Road
Bath
Somerset
BA1 2SQ
01225 338505
Store Website
0.17 miles

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SPAR Julian Road
2 Rivers Place
Bath
BA1 2RS
Store Website
0.1 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Bath Veterinary Centre Ltd
1 Rivers Street Place Julian Road Bath Somerset BA1 2RS 01225 313995 r_harrison2@btconnect.com Website 0.13 miles
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Ashman Jones London Road Veterinary Clinic
22-23 Walcot Buildings Bath Somerset BA1 6AD 01225 446 269 vets@ashmanjones.co.uk Website 0.48 miles
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Ashman Jones Vets: Widcombe
5 Widcombe Parade Widcombe Bath Somerset BA2 4JT 01225 807 510 vets@ashmanjones.co.uk Website 0.76 miles
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Bath Veterinary Group
4 Beaufort East London Road Bath Somerset BA1 6QD 01225 312061 contact@bathvetgroup.co.uk Website 0.96 miles
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Bath Veterinary Group
Oldfield Park Veterinary Surgery 4 Third Avenue Bath Somerset BA2 3NY 01225 423652 contact@bathvetgroup.co.uk Website 0.96 miles
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Bath Veterinary Group
15A/15B Station Road Lower Weston Bath Somerset BA1 3DY 01225 428921 stationroadvets@gmail.com Website 1.18 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Julian Houseand#039;S Circuit Of Bath Walk
Bath Lancashire 0.38 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 0.40 miles The Tourist Information Centre Is In The Abbey Churchyard.

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 2.47 miles Parking At The Blathwayt Pub Which Is Lovely Does Good Food. Obviously Do Not Walk When A Race Day

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Charmy Down
Lovely Open Fields Plenty Of Space For The High Energy Breeds To Burn Off Some Steam. Cows Are In One Field But Are Fenced Off, Stick To Footpaths. Hollies Ln Bath Lancashire BA1 8ER 3.08 miles Lay By Parking, Road Is In Awful Condition So Care Needs To Be Taken

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Browns Folly
Lovely Large Woodland Walk With Plentiful Views Over The City. 14 Farleigh Rise Monkton Farleigh Bradford-On-Avon Lancashire BA15 2QP 3.31 miles Go To The Top Of The Steep Road (Very Steep!!) Free Car Park On Right With Barrier, Limited Spaces

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Hanging Hill
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk To Hanging Hill, In Lansdown, Which Lies Between Bath And Bristol. BA1 9BY 3.36 miles Take The Lansdown Road, Heading North Out Of Bath. Pass By Lansdown Golf Club On Your Left Followed By Two Entrance Roads Leading To Bath Racecourse. You Then Want To Take The Next Road On Your Left, Which Leads To A Small Parking Area.

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