Welcome to Witham Friary

Witham Friary is a small village located in the county of Somerset, England. The village is known for its beautiful countryside and historic buildings, including the 13th-century church of St. Mary and St. John the Baptist. Witham Friary is also home to a number of traditional pubs and restaurants, where visitors can enjoy a taste of local cuisine and a pint of ale.

One of the most notable features of Witham Friary is its rich history. The village was founded in the 12th century as a monastic settlement, and many of its buildings date back to this time. The church of St. Mary and St. John the Baptist is a particularly impressive example of medieval architecture, with its soaring spire and intricate stonework. Visitors can also explore the ruins of the village's former priory, which was dissolved during the Reformation.

Despite its small size, Witham Friary has a vibrant community and a range of local events and activities. The village hosts an annual fete, which includes traditional games, food stalls, and live music. There are also regular farmers' markets, where visitors can sample fresh produce from the surrounding countryside. With its picturesque setting and rich cultural heritage, Witham Friary is a charming destination for anyone looking to experience the best of rural England.

Local Schools

School	Details
Upton Noble C Of E Vc Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Rachael Bisset	Upton Noble Shepton Mallet Somerset BA4 6AU 01749850375 School Website
Nunney First School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mrs Anna Hind	Catch Road Nunney Frome Somerset BA11 4NE 01373836429 School Website
Christ Church First School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:2-9 Head Teacher Nicola Smith	Feltham Lane Frome Somerset BA11 5AJ 1373463781
All Hallows School Other Independent School Ages:3-13 Head Teacher Dr Trevor Richards	Cranmore Hall East Cranmore Shepton Mallet Somerset BA4 4SF 1749881600 School Website
Horningsham Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Miss Carole Andrews	Church Street Horningsham Warminster Wiltshire BA12 7LW 01985844342 School Website
Trinity Church Of England First School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mrs Amanda Seager	Nunney Road Frome Somerset BA11 4LB 01373461949 School Website
Critchill Special School Academy Special Converter Ages:4-19 Head Teacher Ms Sophie Addison	Nunney Road Frome Somerset BA11 4LB 1373464148 School Website
Oakfield School Academy Converter Ages:9-13 Head Teacher Miss Emma Wilkes	Oakfield Road Frome Somerset BA11 4JF 01373462539 School Website
Avanti Park School Free Schools Ages:4-13 Head Teacher Mrs Abby Atkins	Avanti Park School Park Road Frome Somerset BA11 1EU 1373832804 School Website
Wessex Lodge School Other Independent Special School Ages:8-18 Head Teacher Ms Kate Stradling	Nunney Road Frome Somerset Frome Somerset BA11 4LA 1373453414

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Frome Station Approach, Off Wallbridge, Frome, Somerset, BA11 1RE 4.90 Miles

Bruton Station Approach Road, Bruton, Somerset, BA10 0EH 5.18 Miles

Dilton Marsh High Street, Dilton Marsh, Wiltshire, BA13 4DF 7.88 Miles

Castle Cary Station Wharf, Castle Cary, Somerset, BA7 7PE 8.23 Miles

Warminster Station Road, Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 9BP 8.62 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Pc Chauffeur Drive 01985 844832 60 The Rank, Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 7JF 3.49 Miles
Pc Chauffeur Drive 01985 844832 Kingston La, Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 7HL 3.78 Miles
Parsons Taxis 07729 365696 84 Feltham Dr, Frome, Somerset, BA11 5AQ 4.47 Miles
K.B.S. Chauffeur Service 01373 461004 51 Butlers Gardens, Frome, Somerset, BA11 1LZ 4.80 Miles
A B C Taxis 01373 452444 8 Bath St, Frome, Somerset, BA11 1DW 4.81 Miles
Abc Taxis Of Frome 01373 752002 The Maltings, Frome, Somerset, BA11 1DW 4.81 Miles
Frome Taxis 01373 452211 14 King St, Frome, Somerset, BA11 1BH 4.95 Miles
Arrow Taxis Frome 07779 004030 Cork Street, Frome, Somerset, BA11 1BL 4.96 Miles
Mike Taxis 07773 900274 57 Selwood Rd, Frome, Somerset, BA11 3BT 4.98 Miles
S And S Taxis 07918 122077 45 Ellworthy Court, Frome, Somerset, BA11 5HT 5.14 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Witham Friary No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:15:45 Saturday Last Collection:10:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Hermitage Lodge No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Trudoxhill No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Gare Hill No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Upton Noble No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wanstrow No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Border No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cloford No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Upton Noble Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Nunney Catch No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lower Marston No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Red Lion No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Weston Town No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ridgeway No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Flowerfield No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Locks Hill Surgery	95 Locks Hill Frome Somerset BA11 1NG
Bruton Surgery 01749 812310	The Bruton Surgery Patwell Lane Bruton Somerset BA10 0EG
Dr Brooks, Beckington/Fromefield	Fromefield Surgery 8 Bath Road Frome Somerset BA11 2HD
Frome Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Enos Way Frome BA11 2FH
Frome Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Enos Way Frome BA11 2FH

Local Stores

Frome
Culverhill
Frome
Somerset
BA11 5AD
01373 454186
Store Website
4.35 miles

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SPAR Euro Garage Nunney Catch
SPAR
Nunney Catch
Frome
BA11 4NZ
01373 836361
Store Website
2.6 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Bellevue Veterinary Clinic
Millards Hill Trudoxhill Frome Somerset BA11 5DW 01373 836186 Lesley@bellevue-vets.co.uk Website 1.64 miles
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Frome Equine Vets
Badgers Cross Equestrian Cloford Frome Somerset BA11 4PG 01373 310277 info@fromeequinevets.co.uk Website 2.29 miles
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Garston Veterinary Group
Garston House Portway Frome Somerset BA11 1PZ 01373 451115 frome@garstonvets.co.uk Website 4.89 miles
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Wyvern Farm Vets
Garston House Portway Frome Somerset BA11 1PZ 01373 451115 cm@garstonvets.co.uk Website 4.89 miles

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Bruton Veterinary Surgery
25 High Street Bruton Somerset BA10 0AH 01749 813291 vets@brutonvets.co.uk Website 5.37 miles
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Stem Cell Vet Ltd
25 High Street Bruton Somerset BA10 0AH 01749 813291 enquiry@stemcellvet.co.uk Website 5.37 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Alfred’S Tower
Lovely Walk Around Alfreds Tower, Through Woodland With Glimpses Of Countryside Views. Mostly Flat But Can Get Very Muddy If In Winter/Autumn Months. Dog Friendly, Free Parking And A Great Little Coffee/Snack Van Too! King Alfred'S Tower Car Park Tower Road Lancashire 3.32 miles

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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 4.94 miles Parking Available At Egford, Just Off Elm Lane. Walk To The Left From The Car Park Into Woods.

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Heaven’S Gate
No Need To Pay To Get In To The Longleat Estate Ample Free Parking And A Short Walk To Stunning Views Over The Estate Looking Towards Frome. Longer Walks Can Be Found By Following Paths Into The Forest. Unnamed Road Lancashire 5.28 miles On The Longleat Estate

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Shearwater Lake
This Is A Great Walk, There Is A Short Walk That Goes Around A Lake, But For Those Who Want To Go A Bit Further There Is An Extention To The Walk That Takes About 1/2 Hours. 74 Clay St Crockerton Warminster BA12 8AF 6.73 miles Frome

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Shearwater Lake Wiltshire
Easy To Find If You Know Warminster, It's The First Time We've Been And My Husband, Myself And Two Dogs Really Enjoyed Ourselves. Took A While To Figure Out Where The Dogs To Be Let Of There Leads As They Aren't Allowed Around The Main Lake Because Of People Fishing, However There Are Other Areas In Which The Dogs Can Have A Good Splash About. Lovely Scenery Of The Main Lake And Surrounding Forest. You Can Hire Boats And Take On The Lake, Have A Nice Bike Ride Around (Which We Are Planning) Or Just Enjoy The Walk. Would Recommend For Any Age. Lovely Afternoon Out. 106 Clay St Warminster BA12 8AF 7.15 miles

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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 11.26 miles Free Car Park Sign Posted

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