Welcome to Hoopers Pool

Hoopers Pool is a stunning natural swimming pool located in the heart of Wiltshire. The pool is surrounded by lush greenery and is a popular spot for locals and tourists alike. The crystal-clear water of the pool is perfect for swimming, and the peaceful surroundings make it an ideal place to relax and unwind. The pool is also home to a variety of wildlife, including fish, birds, and insects, making it a great place for nature lovers to explore.

The history of Hoopers Pool dates back to the 18th century when it was used as a fishing pond. Over the years, the pool has been transformed into a beautiful natural swimming pool, and it has become a popular destination for people looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. The pool is surrounded by trees and shrubs, which provide shade and shelter from the sun, making it an ideal place to spend a hot summer day.

Hoopers Pool is not just a beautiful natural swimming pool, but it is also a place of historical significance. The pool is located near the site of an ancient Roman settlement, and it is believed that the Romans used the pool for bathing and relaxation. Today, the pool is a popular destination for people looking to connect with nature and explore the rich history of the area. Whether you are looking to swim, relax, or learn about the history of Wiltshire, Hoopers Pool is a must-visit destination.

Local Schools

School	Details
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
Rode Methodist Vc First School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mrs Georgina Muxworthy	Rode Frome Somerset BA11 6NZ 01373830523 School Website
North Bradley C Of E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Kelandie Ash	Church Lane North Bradley Trowbridge Wiltshire BA14 0TA 01225753230 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
The Grove Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Anna Pemberton	Hazel Grove Trowbridge Wiltshire BA14 0JG 01225755242 School Website
The Clarendon Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Robert Price	Frome Road Trowbridge Wiltshire BA14 0DJ 01225762686 School Website
On Track Education Westbury Other Independent Special School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Miss Johann Holden	Broadway House Headquarters Road West Wiltshire Trading Estate Westbury Wiltshire BA13 4JY 1373859803 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
The Eaves Learning Centre Other Independent Special School Ages:8-19 Head Teacher Mrs Katie Charles	4 Hawkeridge Road Westbury Wiltshire BA13 4LF 1373824466 School Website
The John Of Gaunt School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Ben Rhodes	Wingfield Road Trowbridge Wiltshire BA14 9EH 01225762637 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Trowbridge Stallard Street, Trowbridge, Wiltshire, BA14 8HW 2.63 Miles

Westbury Station Approach, Westbury, Wiltshire, BA13 4HP 2.74 Miles

Avoncliff Un-Named Lane Off Belcombe Road, Avoncliff, Wiltshire, BA15 2HD 3.65 Miles

Dilton Marsh High Street, Dilton Marsh, Wiltshire, BA13 4DF 3.65 Miles

Bradford-On-Avon St Margaret'S Street, Bradford-On-Avon, Wiltshire, BA15 1DF 3.89 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Rode Private Hire 01373 830244 35 High Street, Frome, Somerset, BA11 6PA 1.45 Miles
R P B Executive Travel Ltd 01225 712233 7 Marston Rd, Trowbridge, Wiltshire, BA14 0LR 1.78 Miles
S M Cars 01373 825165 134 Engineer Road, Westbury, Wiltshire, BA13 4JW 1.88 Miles
Great Western Cars 07881 882188 33 Bradley Rd, Trowbridge, Wiltshire, BA14 0QR 2.23 Miles
Caterham Cars 01373 858585 Unit 1A, Westbury, Wiltshire, BA13 4EN 2.41 Miles
Airport Specialist Cars Ltd 01225 764141 Dunford Cl, Trowbridge, Wiltshire, BA14 0PW 2.42 Miles
Lazy Taxis 01225 777666 28 Lamb Ale Green, Trowbridge, Wiltshire, BA14 7SP 2.57 Miles
A And D Taxis 01225 751332 Stallard Street, Trowbridge, Wiltshire, BA14 9AA 2.60 Miles
Platinum Taxis 01225 755675 A D Taxis, Trowbridge, Wiltshire, BA14 8HW 2.65 Miles
Ashton Cabs 07929 151861 24 Hewitt Close, Trowbridge, Wiltshire, BA14 7SG 2.70 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Frome Road (Dilly Brook) Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Frome Road Southwick Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Blind Lane Southwick Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Chantry Gardens Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Church Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Rode Hill Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Rode Post Office Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Church Lane Wingfield Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Brokerswood Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Manor Road/ Summerleaze Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Rank North Bradley Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Rudge Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Trowbridge Road Wingfield Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Frome Road (Black Horse) Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tellisford Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Beckington Family Practice 01373 830316	Beckington Family Prac St Luke's Surgery Beckington Frome,Somerset BA11 6SE
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
Bradford Road Medical Ctr	60 Bradford Road Trowbridge Wiltshire BA14 9AR

Local Stores

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

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SPAR Rodden Road
Rodden Road
Frome
BA11 2AE
01373 473050
Store Website
4.6 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Trowbridge Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Bradley Road Trowbridge Wiltshire BA14 0RQ trowbridge@vets4pets.com 2.07 miles

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Glenleigh Veterinary Practice (Garston Veterinary Group)
58 Wingfield Road Trowbridge Wiltshire BA14 9EW 01225 754021 Website 2.34 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 2.67 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 2.67 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 3.21 miles
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Garston Veterinary Group - Westbury
7 Market Place Westbury Wiltshire BA13 3DE 01373 301448 westbury@garstonvets.co.uk Website 3.47 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 1.36 miles Free Car Park Sign Posted

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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 2.82 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 2.89 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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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 3.72 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 3.86 miles You Can Start The Walk At Either Of The Pubs As It’S A Loop Walk.

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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 4.30 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.

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