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North Petherton

England, United Kingdom · Europe

About North Petherton

North Petherton works well as a base: 10 minutes from Bridgwater, 28km from Cheddar Gorge.

North Petherton is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 3,142, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, North Petherton sits in United Kingdom, where you drive on the left. It's in the Europe/London time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add North Petherton to your route.

About North Petherton

North Petherton is a town and civil parish in Somerset, England, situated on the edge of the eastern foothills of the Quantocks, and close to the edge of the Somerset Levels. The town has a population of 6,730 as of 2014. The parish includes Hamp, Melcombe, Shearston, Woolmersdon and Huntworth. Dating from at least

Read more the 10th century and an important settlement in Saxon times, North Petherton became a town only in the late 20th century, until then claiming to be the largest village in England. A former market and administrative centre, North Petherton is now largely a dormitory town for workers in Bridgwater, 3 miles (5 km) to the north east, and Taunton, 8 miles (13 km) to the south west. The centre of the town is designated an Area of High Archaeological Potential (AHAP), and a number of buildings have been given listed building status.

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Where is North Petherton located?

North Petherton is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 51.0924 latitude, -3.0155 longitude.

What is the population of North Petherton?

North Petherton has a population of approximately 3,142 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

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Quick Information

Population
3,142
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
England
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
51.0924, -3.0155

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in United Kingdom

Police
999
Ambulance
999
Fire
999
Non-emergency police
101
Driving side
left

112 also works. NHS non-emergency medical advice: 111. National Highways breakdown assistance on motorways: 0300 123 5000.

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Worth the detour from North Petherton

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Glastonbury Tor

Mystical terraced hill crowned by St Michael's Tower, steeped in Arthurian and early Christian legends with panoramic Somerset views.

23 km · about 25 min drive

natural wonder

Cheddar Gorge

Britain's largest gorge with 450-foot limestone cliffs, ancient caves containing the oldest complete human skeleton found in Britain.

28 km · about 30 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Cheddar Gorge Viewpoint

England's largest gorge with 450-foot limestone cliffs, offering jaw-dropping views from several pull-off points along the winding road.

28 km · about 30 min drive

cathedral

Wells Cathedral

Exquisite Early English Gothic cathedral with a magnificent sculpted west front displaying nearly 300 medieval figures.

29 km · about 35 min drive

museum

Haynes International Motor Museum

The UK's largest collection of classic and vintage cars and motorcycles, with over 400 vehicles on display.

34 km · about 40 min drive

natural wonder

Jurassic Coast

UNESCO World Heritage coastline stretching 95 miles from Devon to Dorset, exposing 185 million years of geological history in its dramatic cliffs.

42 km · about 50 min drive

famous road

Porlock Hill

Britain's steepest A-road, where the A39 climbs out of Porlock onto Exmoor at gradients up to 1-in-4 with two severe hairpins. A scenic Victorian toll road offers a gentler coastal alternative.

44 km · about 50 min drive

landmark

Stourhead

One of the world's finest landscape gardens with a magnificent lake, classical temples and a stunning Palladian mansion in Wiltshire.

49 km · about 55 min drive

Driving roads near North Petherton

  • 28 kmCheddar Gorge ViewpointEngland's largest gorge with 450-foot limestone cliffs, offering jaw-dropping views from several pull-off points along the winding road.
  • 44 kmPorlock HillBritain's steepest A-road, where the A39 climbs out of Porlock onto Exmoor at gradients up to 1-in-4 with two severe hairpins. A scenic Victorian toll road offers a gentler coastal alternative.
  • 49 kmClifton Suspension BridgeIsambard Kingdom Brunel's iconic 1864 suspension bridge soaring 75m above the Avon Gorge at Bristol, still carrying traffic and glowing with lights after dark.
  • 71 kmDevil's PulpitA narrow limestone pinnacle perched above the Wye Valley near Tintern Abbey, offering a dizzying view down through the forest canopy.

Driving in United Kingdom

Drives on
the left
Petrol
~€1.73/litre
Motorway tolls
None

When to drive here

April to October

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