Welcome to Wookey

Wookey is a small village located in the county of Somerset, England. It is situated on the southern edge of the Mendip Hills, and is known for its stunning natural beauty and rich history. The village is home to a number of historic buildings, including the 14th century St. Cuthbert's Church and the Wookey Hole Caves, which are believed to be over 50,000 years old.

One of the main attractions in Wookey is the Wookey Hole Caves, which are a series of limestone caverns that have been carved out by the River Axe over millions of years. The caves are home to a number of unique rock formations, including stalactites, stalagmites, and underground lakes. Visitors can take a guided tour of the caves, which includes a boat ride through the underground river system.

In addition to its natural beauty, Wookey is also known for its vibrant community and friendly locals. The village has a number of local shops, pubs, and restaurants, as well as a primary school and community center. There are also a number of events and festivals held throughout the year, including the Wookey Hole Circus Festival and the Wookey Hole Big Cheese Festival. Overall, Wookey is a charming and picturesque village that offers something for everyone.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
Wookey Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Andrew Marsh
Wells Road
Wookey
Wells
Somerset
BA5 1LQ
01749673650
School Website
St Cuthberts C Of E Junior School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:7-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Helen Mullinger
Keward Avenue
Wells
Somerset
BA5 1TS
01749678066
School Website
St Cuthberts Church Of England Infants School
Academy Converter
Ages:4-7
Head Teacher
Mrs Sheryl Cooper
Keward Walk
Wells
Somerset
BA5 1TZ
01749672591
School Website
The Blue School
Academy Converter
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mr Mark Woodlock
Kennion Road
Wells
Somerset
BA5 2NR
01749678799
School Website
Coxley Primary School
Community School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mr Hayley Hamblin
Harters Hill Lane
Wells
Somerset
BA5 1RD
01749672719
School Website
St Joseph And St Teresa Catholic Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Teresa Harvey
Lovers Walk
Wells
Somerset
BA5 2QL
1749678791
School Website
Wells Cathedral School
Other Independent School
Ages:2-19
Head Teacher
Mr Alastair Tighe
15 The Liberty
Wells
Somerset
BA5 2ST
1749834200
School Website
Stoberry Park School
Community School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mr Andrew Shakesby
North Road
Wells
Somerset
BA5 2TJ
01749672516
School Website
St Lawrences C Of E Primary School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Sharon Foxall
School Hill
Westbury-Sub-Mendip
Wells
Somerset
BA5 1HL
01749870437
School Website
Priddy Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Sharon Foxall
Priddy
Wells
Somerset
BA5 3BE
01749870354
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Castle Cary
Station Wharf, Castle Cary, Somerset, BA7 7PE
10.33 Miles
Bruton
Station Approach Road, Bruton, Somerset, BA10 0EH
12.30 Miles
Highbridge And Burnham
Station Walk, Highbridge, Somerset, TA9 3BT
12.48 Miles
Yatton
Station Road, Yatton, Somerset, BS49 4AJ
14.08 Miles
Worle
Station Approach, Weston-Super-Mare, Somerset, BS22 6WA
14.25 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Wookey Taxis Ltd
01749 678039
Underwood Business Park, Wells, Somerset, BA5 1AF
1.17 Miles
Cathedral Taxis
01749 674000
38 Market Street, Wells, Somerset, BA5 2DS
1.56 Miles
A Taxis
01749 670200
2 St Andrews Park/Princes Rd, Wells, Somerset, BA5 1TE
1.57 Miles
Ace Taxis
01749 675109
3 Alfred Court, Wells, Somerset, BA5 1DJ
1.62 Miles
Silverline Taxis
01749 836330
North Lodge, Wells, Somerset, BA5 3DZ
3.04 Miles
C J W Taxis
01458 833106
33 Hamlyn Rd, Glastonbury, Somerset, BA6 8HT
3.98 Miles
Taxi And Tours
07925 984682
50 Dunstan Road, Glastonbury, Somerset, BA6 8EE
4.17 Miles
Cheddar Cab Co
07851 734044
Well Cottage/The Street, Cheddar, Somerset, BS27 3TH
4.31 Miles
Cheddar Taxis
01934 743801
6 South Close, Cheddar, Somerset, BS27 3TW
4.39 Miles
Cjw Taxis
01458 833106
Unit 6, Glastonbury, Somerset, BA6 9LU
4.62 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Burcott Inn
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Melifont Abbey
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Borderbridge Wookey
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Elm Close
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Haybridge
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Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Charter Way
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Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wells Road Wookey Hole
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Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Jocelyn Drive
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
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Underwood Business Park
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Goodymoor Avenue
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Yarley
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Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Portway
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Burcott Road
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Fenny Castle
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Coxley
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Wells Health Centre
01749 672137
Priory Health Park
Glastonbury Road
Wells
Somerset
BA5 1XJ
Wells City Practice
01749 836650
Wells City Practice
Priory Health Park
Glastonbury Road
Wells, Somerset
BA5 1XJ
West Mendip Community Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2
Old Wells Road
Glastonbury
BA6 8JD
West Mendip Community Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service
Old Wells Road
Glastonbury
BA6 8JD
Glastonbury Health Centre
01458 834100
Glastonbury Health Centre
1 Wells Road
Glastonbury
Somerset
BA6 9DD
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Local Stores

Glastonbury
32-34 High Street
Glastonbury
Somerset
BA6 9DX
01458 831003
Store Website
4.33 miles
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SPAR Wells
19 - 21
Tucker Street
Wells
BA5 2DZ
01749 672014
Store Website
1.5 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Stables Equine Practice
Conkerfield
Pennybatch Lane
Wookey
Wells
Somerset
BA5 1NH
01749 830666
info@sepvets.com
Website
0.20 miles
Amenities
Disabled public access

Referrals only
Client car park

Animals Treated
Equines

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Westfield Veterinary Centre Ltd
Westfield Veterinary Centre
Westfield Road
Wells
Somerset
BA5 2HS
01749 673239
1.41 miles
Animals Treated
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Cattle

Dogs

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Axe Valley Veterinary Practice Ltd
23 St. Cuthbert Street
Wells
Somerset
BA5 2AW
01749 670966
Website
1.57 miles
Animals Treated
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Cattle

Deer

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Equines

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Wells Vets (Branch Of Shepton Vets)
2 Cathedral Avenue
Wells
Somerset
BA5 1FD
1.70 miles
Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

Exotic/Wild

Small Mammals

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Orchard Vets Glastonbury Ltd T/A Orchard Vets
Wirrall Park Road
Glastonbury
Somerset
BA6 9XE
01458 832972
info@ovg.co.uk
Website
4.83 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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Axe Valley Large Animal Vets Ltd
Unit B
Winchester Farm
Draycott Road
Cheddar
Somerset
BS27 3RP
01934 315970
hello@avlavets.co.uk
Website
5.46 miles
Animals Treated
Camelids

Cattle

Equines

Pigs

Poultry

Sheep/Goats

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Local Dog Walks

Wookey Fords
38 Knowle Ln
Wookey
Wells
BA5 1LB
0.53 miles

Location
what3words
squirts.standards.assist
Ebbor Gorge (Red Trail)
Beautiful Walk Through Woodland Which Climbs Up Some Pretty Steep Paths To An Amazing View Across Somerset And Glastonbury Tor. Well Marked Paths. Some Of The Path Is Very Steep But Week With The Effort!
West Mendip Way
Wells
Lancashire
BA5 1AY
1.81 miles

Location
what3words
juggler.galaxies.insurance
Glastonbury Tor
A Circular Dog Walk Up To Glastonbury Tor. Glastonbury Tor Is A Prominent Hill Overlooking The Isle Of Avalon, Glastonbury And Somerset. Located At The Top Of The Hill Is St Michael's Tower, A Grade I Listed Building. The Entire Site Is Managed By
BA6 9EH
4.44 miles

From London: M3 Then A303 And A37. From The North East: A1 Or M1, M25 To M3 (Junction 12), Then A303 And A37. From The Midlands: M40 And A34 To A303 And A37. From The North West: M6, M5 To A39 (Junction 23) Then A361. From Wales: M4, M5 To A39 (As Above). From The West Country: A37 Or A361.
Westhay Nature Reserve
Westhay Moor Drove
Glastonbury
Lancashire
BA6 9TX
4.86 miles

Location
what3words
lightens.lamppost.husbands
Cheddar Gorge
A Circular Dog Walk At Cheddar Gorge. At Almost 122 Metres Deep And 3 Miles Long, This Is England’S Largest Gorge, With Weathered Crags And Pinnacles.
BS27 3QF
6.16 miles

For Cheddar Cliffs Take A371 To Wells From Weston-Super-Mare. 8 Miles North-West Of Wells, Signposted Off M5, A371 Axbridge To Wells Road And A38 Burnham To Bristol Road.
East Harptree Forest
Found This A Few Years Ago With My Late Husband And Now Go There With My Daughter. Together We Have For Dogs. Easy Walking With A Few Tracks Off To The Sides. It Was Only By Chance That We Found Out It Has An Old Chimney There. It Is Called The Smitham Chimney And Was Used Many Years Ago For Smelting Lead And Zinc. It Is Almost Surrounded By Water. Beautiful Array Of Trees And Flora Abound.
Carters Cottage
Smithams Hill
East Harptree
Bristol
BS40 6BZ
6.17 miles

East Harptree, Somerset
Location
what3words
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