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Wiveliscombe

England, United Kingdom · Europe

About Wiveliscombe

Wiveliscombe is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Milverton, 28km from Porlock Hill.

Wiveliscombe is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 2,178, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Wiveliscombe 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 Wiveliscombe to your route.

About Wiveliscombe

Wiveliscombe (, locally ) is a town and civil parish in Somerset, England. It lies 9 miles (14 km) west of Taunton, its post town. The town is centred on The Square, which held the former market and is fronted by several listed buildings. As well as the town itself, the parish covers surroundings rural areas,

Read more including the hamlets of Croford, Langley, Maundown, and Whitefield. At the 2021 census, the parish had a population of 3,064.

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Where is Wiveliscombe located?

Wiveliscombe is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 51.0414 latitude, -3.3128 longitude.

What is the population of Wiveliscombe?

Wiveliscombe has a population of approximately 2,178 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

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Quick Information

Population
2,178
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
England
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
51.0414, -3.3128

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 Wiveliscombe

8 notable places within an hour's 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.

28 km · about 30 min drive

cafe

The Bike Shed Exeter

The original Bike Shed venue in Exeter's historic city centre, blending motorcycle culture with independent food and drink.

38 km · about 45 min drive

cathedral

Exeter Cathedral

Magnificent Gothic cathedral boasting the longest uninterrupted vaulted ceiling in England, dating back to the 12th century.

39 km · about 45 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.

43 km · about 50 min drive

landmark

Glastonbury Tor

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

44 km · about 50 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.

47 km · about 55 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.

47 km · about 55 min drive

cathedral

Wells Cathedral

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

50 km · about 60 min drive

Driving roads near Wiveliscombe

  • 28 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.
  • 47 kmCheddar Gorge ViewpointEngland's largest gorge with 450-foot limestone cliffs, offering jaw-dropping views from several pull-off points along the winding road.
  • 66 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.

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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