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WESSEX HAS IT ALL - COME & GET IT
THIS IS THE TAUNTON EXPERIENCE
THE COUNTY TOWN OF SOMERSET - TONEBOROUGH

For retail therapy, Taunton with its High Street names, specialist shops and out of town retail parks is THE place to shop. With stunning attractions including Hestercombe Gardens, Sheppy’s Cider, Willow & Wetlands Centre and Somerset County Cricket Club and Museum. Then there are the wonderful gourmet eateries. One day is simply not enough! Located centrally between the South Devon/Dorset and North Somerset coasts the area is the 'Perfect Rural Retreat' and ideal destination for a day visit, short break or holiday. The population of Taunton is 102,000(2001 Census).

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Taunton began as a Saxon village and was called Tone Tun. The Saxon word tun means farm or estate. The word Tone is Celtic and may mean roaring river. By the 10th century Taunton had grown from a village into a small town (although it would seem very small to us with a population of only a few hundred). In AD 904 a charter was given to Taunton by King Edward the Elder . Taunton was also a fortified settlement called a burh. In the late 9th century Alfred the Great created a network of fortified towns across his kingdom. These were called burhs . The burh of Taunton would have been surrounded by a ditch and rampart with a wooden palisade on top. By the 10th century Taunton had a mint and a market, which was held on The Parade. By the time of the Domesday Book (1086) the population of Taunton was about 1,500. In Thomas Hardy's Books Taunton was renamed Toneborough. In 1935 Taunton was made the county town instead of Weston Super Mare, an indication that Taunton was growing in size and importance.

THE SWORD IN THE STONE

It is believed that the legend of King Arthur & The Knights of the Round Table is based on Cerdic- and you may visit the Sword in The Stone just outside Taunton Castle. Have a pull - you could be the next King of Wessex.

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The half marathon course is one lap, the full marathon course is two laps. Both races start and finish at the Somerset College of Arts and Technology (SCAT), Wellington Road, Taunton.From SCAT the route is through the main streets of Taunton out into the Somerset countryside on the B3227 through Norton Fitzwarren, turning south through Oake and Bradford-on-Tone, then back to SCAT on the A38. The course is undulating with hills at 11 and 22 miles. All full marathon runners are directed straight on when they reach SCAT unless they indicate at the end of their first lap that they are unable to complete the full distance when, if they wish, they may finish at the half stage. There are eight water and sponge stations along the route and frequent marshal points. Medical back-up is provided by the St John Ambulance. Start time for both races is 10.30 am
	MURDER IN VIVIARY PARK? Is Taunton the next place for Murder? After we pictured scenes at the Taunton Flower Show on Saturday August 4th & got back to our offices we noticed a rather sinister situation on one of the pictures. Surely Inspector Barnaby hasn't moved from Midsomer Norton to Taunton? Or is it just a Nettle amongst the wonderful flowers.

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In Thomas Hardy's Wessex Taunton is known as Toneborough

"I find that the name Wessex is getting taken up everywhere and it would be a pity
for us to lose the right to it for lack of asserting it"

Thomas Hardy first used the term "Wessex" in his 1874 novel, Far From the Madding Crowd. Hardy's vast works conformed to the region that he envisioned and called Wessex. But as Thomas Hardy himself always maintained, "This is an imaginative Wessex only". In respect of places described under fictitious or ancient names in the novels -– for reason that seemed good at the time of writing them –- and kept up in the poems –- discerning people have affirmed in print that they clearly recognize the originals: such as Shaftesbury in ‘Shaston,’ Sturminster Newton in ‘Stourcastle,’ Dorchester in ‘Casterbridge,’ Salisbury Plain in ‘The Great Plain,’ Cranborne Chase in ‘The Chase,’ Beaminster in ‘Emminster,’ Bere Regis in ‘Kingsbere,’ Woodbury Hill in ‘Greenhill,’ Wool Bridge in ‘Wellbridge,’ Harfoot or Harput Lane in ‘Stagfoot Lane,’ Hazlebury in ‘Nuttlebury,’ Bridport in ‘Port Bredy,’ Maiden Newton in ‘Chalk Newton,’ a farm near Nettlecombe Tout in ‘Flintcomb Ash,’ Sherbourne in ‘Sherton Abbas,’ Milton Abbey in ‘Middleton Abbey,’ Cerne Abbas in ‘Abbot's Cernel,’ Evershot in ‘Evershead,’ Taunton in ‘Toneborough,’ Bournemouth in ‘Sandbourne,’ Winchester in ‘Wintonchester,’ Oxford in ‘Christminster,’ Reading in ‘Aldbrickham,’ Newbury in ‘Kennetbridge,’ Wantage in ‘Alferdston,’ Basingstoke in ‘Stoke Barehills,’ and so on.

Taunton Member of Parliament : Mr Jeremy Browne (Liberal Democrat)

I take up hundreds of cases a month on behalf of constituents who write to me. I also hold regular surgeries in Taunton, Wellington and in other towns and villages across the constituency.

My contact details are: Masons House, Magdalene Street, Taunton, TA1 1SG tel: 01823 337 874
fax: 01823 339 823 office@tauntonlibdems.org.uk website: http://www.tauntonlibdems.org.uk/

Benjamin Disraeli once stood as Member of Parliament for Taunton but failed to be elected.

BORN IN TAUNTON


James Purefoy (actor) 3 June 1964 -	Jenny Agutter(actress) 20 December 1952 -	Colleen Clifford (actress) 17 November 1898 - 7 April1996	Mali Alexander Richards (Cricketer) September 2, 1983 -
Rosemary Lord (actress)	Paul Billing (I) (writer) July 1957-	W.A. Darlington (writer) 20 February 1890 - 1979	Rowena Gaukroger (actress) 28 October 1992 -
Lord Trenchard 1873-1956 'Father' of the RAF	Charles Edward Trevelyan 1807-1886 'Father of the modern civil service	Stephen Daldry, director of Billy Elliot was born here.	SEDGEMOOR author Miranda Rose Shearer was born in Taunton on May 11, 1982.

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General information on Wessex

THE WESSEX SOCIETY is dedicated to preserving and developing the cultural and linguistic heritage of Wessex. For more information please contact : WESSEX SOCIETY, 121 Worthing Road, Patchway, BRISTOL WESSEX, BS34 5HU telephone 0117 969 4947 email wessexsociety@zyworld.com

THE WESSEX REGIONALIST PARTY/WESTSEAXE LANDRICESTAEFA is dedicated to the setting up of self government for WESSEX. For membership information or general enquiries please contact :
James Gunter, Secretary-General, WESSEX REGIONALISTS, 5 Rickyard Cottages, Broad Hinton, Swindon, Wiltshire, Wessex ,SN4 9PS tel 01793 731974 email wessexregionalists@regionalist.net

THE WESSEX CONSTITUTIONAL CONVENTION is an all party group that is forwarding the exciting plans of all the people of WESSEX to have their own parliament, with powers equal to those of Scotland. For more information please contact : WESSEX CONSTITUTIONAL CONVENTION, 1/2 Atlantic Road South
WESTON-SUPER-MARE, Somerset, WESSEX tel 01934 641334 email wessexconvention@regionalist.net
Until borders are agreed with all the various regionalist groups in England WESSEX for our purposes consists of the counties of Somerset, Wiltshire, Dorset, Devon, Hampshire, Berkshire, Oxfordshire

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Broadcasting House, Park Street, Taunton,TA1 4DA
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SOMERSET COUNTY COUNCIL County Hall, Taunton, TA1 4DY Wessex Telephone : 01823 355455 Fax : 01823 355 156 www.somerset.gov.uk		ACCOMMODATION BOOKING SERVICE: Tel: 01823 336344 Email: tauntontic@tauntondeane.gov.uk http://www.tauntondeane. gov.uk/heartofsomerset/ Large Google map of Taunton High St .
TAUNTON ATTRACTIONS For full Somerset Attractions click here	Picture	Address & Opening Times and Click Through Website Link	Tel/ Fax
BLACKBROOK PAVILION & TENNIS CENTRE		Blackbrook Way, Blackbrook, Taunton, TA1 2RW BLACKBROOK PAVILION & TENNIS CENTRE CLICK	Tel: 01823 333435 Fax: 01823 388920
BREWHOUSE THEATRE & ARTS CENTRE The Brewhouse Theatre & Arts Centre, Taunton first opened its doors in 1977 and provides a full and varied live programme catering for all ages including a wide range of touring music, drama, children's theatre, dance, opera, ballet and comedy. Today the theatre's aim is to be the cultural centre of Taunton, presenting live performance and art exhibitions of the highest quality to its audiences		Brewhouse Theatre & Arts Centre Coal Orchard, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 1JL BREWHOUSE THEATRE & ARTS CENTRE CLICK	Tel: 01823 283244 Fax: 01823 323116
BURROW MUMP A landmark natural hill, topped by the remains of the unfinished St Michael's Church. This area is the source of many myths and legends of King Alfred and the Isle of Athelney.		A361 Burrowbridge, Taunton BURROW MUMP CLICK
GAULDEN MANOR GARDENS Gardens contain a wide selection of roses, herbs, agapanthus and butterfly-attracting plants.		Tolland, Lydeard St. Lawrence, nr Taunton June-Aug, Thurs and Sun 2-5pm. GAULDEN MANOR GARDENS CLICK	Tel: 01984 667213
HATCH COURT Hatch Court is an elegant Palladian mansion set in an exceptionally fine park. The house has a good collection of pictures and furniture, a china room and a military museum. A herd of fallow deer graze in the park and there are magnificent trees and wonderful views.The beautiful gardens at Hatch Court have been extensively restored the present owners. The highlight is a huge working walled kitchen garden. Before 1984 this productive garden was a complete wilderness but since then it has been brilliantly restored by Robin and Janie Odgers.		From Taunton go south-east on A358 for 5 miles. Turn left for Hatch Beauchamp and left at village crossroads for garden.
HESTERCOMBE GARDENS Soldier & artist, Coplestone Warre Bampfylde renowned as having " the finest taste for laying out ground of any man in England", created the landscape garden in the 1750s. This was supplemented with the addition of a Victorian terrace & shrubbery & the stunning Edwardian gardens designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens & Gertrude Jekyll.		Cheddon Fitzpaine, Taunton, Somerset TA2 8LG four miles from Taunton HESTERCOMBE GARDENS CLICK	Tel: 01823 413923 Fax : 01823 413747
HOLLYWOOD BOWL Welcome to hollywood bowl the UK’s number one tenpin bowling experience. If you want to go tenpin bowling in the UK then look no further than your local hollywood bowl. Our aim is to give you and your party the perfect bowling experience whether you are looking for a kids party, an office event or to spend some time out with friends. Founded over 15 years ago and part of the Mitchells & Butlers portfolio of leisure venues, hollywood bowl has a great track record in providing top quality tenpin bowling. Our well trained and helpful staff work with state of the art facilities to ensure your visit is great		hollywood bowl Taunton, Heron Gate, Heron Way, Taunton, TA1 2LP From the M5, exit at Junction 25 and at the Blackbrook roundabout take the A38 (signposted Taunton). At the next roundabout turn right and continue straight over at the following roundabout. At the next roundabout turn left. HOLLYWOOD BOWL CLICK	Tel: 01823 444 144
MAKERS CONTEMPORARY CRAFTS AND ARTS] Contemporary craft gallery established in 1984 representing the work of its 15 members. Jewellery, furniture, pottery, textiles, paintings and baskets.		7 Bath Place, Taunton Mon-Sat 9am-5pm. Sunday for the last two weeks of December. MAKERS CONTEMPORARY ARTS & CRAFTS CLICK	Tel: 01458 850713
MARKETS IN SOMERSET Taunton last Thursday each month		Taunton last Thursday each month	tel: 01823 412979
PAINTBALLING TAUNTON Come to Paintballing Tauton to enjoy one of the fastest growing adventure-sports game in the UK! Your search for a 100% adrenalin rush is over. If you are looking for a great family DAY OUT, surprise BIRTHDAY GROUP, CORPORATE TEAM OUTING or just to paintball with friends in the UK then The Great Adventure Game Paintball is the place to come!		DIRECTIONS FROM THE M5 JUNCTION 23 Follow the A39 to STREET, passing through the village of ASHCOTT staying on the A39 BATH ROAD you will pass KELLAND J & SON on your right hand side, after this there will be a sign on your left for IVY THORN Turn right at that sign in to BRAMBLE HILL follow to the end there is a staggered cross roads straight across to IVY THORN LANE, follow lane for about half a mile and IVY THORN FARM will be on your left, drive to the top of the track and the parking is on your left, please drive slowly up the track no more than 5 mph please. PAINTBALLING CLICK	0800 849 4911
SHEPPY'S CIDER & RURAL LIFE MUSEUM Since the early 1800's the Sheppy family has been making cider in the west country. They have gained over 200 awards & two gold medals. A 370 acre farm with 47 acres of apple orchards. A farm shop, cider sampling, Museum, tea room & picnic area.		Three Bridges, Bradford on Tone, Taunton, TA4 1ER on the A38 midway between Taunton & Wellington SHEPPEY'S CIDER CLICK	Tel :01823 461233 Fax : 01823 461712
SOMERSET COUNTY CRICKET CLUB The leading County Cricket Club in the South West FIXTURES 2007		The County Ground, St James Street, Taunton, TA1 1JT Email: somerset@ecb.co.uk	Tel: 01823 272946 Fax: 01823 332395
SOMERSET CRICKET MUSEUM The Museum is of great interest to all cricket lovers with a selection of photographs, plates, pottery, china, silverware, score-cards, ties & other cricket memorabilia. There is a reference library available to all. and a lending library for Museum members. The Museum opened in 1989, is rated one of the best in the country.		7 Priory Avenue, Taunton, Somerset TA1 1XX 10.30am-4pm Tuesday to Friday April-October email: somersetcricket.museum@ btinternet.com	tel: 01823 275893
SOMERSET COUNTY MUSEUM Museum of Somerset with spectacular finds from the Somerset levels, the low Ham Roman mosaic, silver, glass and china, fossil sea dragons and the museum of the Somerset Ligh		Castle Green, Taunton, Somerset TA1 4AA SOMERSET COUNTY MUSEUM CLICK	Tel :01823 320201 Fax : 01823 320229
STAPLECOMBE VINEYARD A family run vineyard.		Burlands Farm, Staplegrove, Taunton NO WEBSITE	Tel: 01823 451217
The Tacchi-Morris Arts Centre The Tacchi-Morris Arts Centre offers people opportunities to watch and participate in high quality drama, dance and music.A snapshot of how you can access this wonderful range of activities is listed below: A professional Performance Programme featuring high quality productions of Drama, Music and Dance-Youth Theatre and Youth Dance Performance groups. Adult workshops in a range of Performing Arts disciplines.-Centre Hire - the Centre is available for hire to community and amateur performers- Conferencing - the Centre runs a range of conferences throughout the year- The Tacchi-Morris Arts Centre is a "Centre of Excellence in the Performing Arts in Education." -Over 1,000 young people access the Centre every week Our comprehensive programme of dance features the country's leading exponents of Contemporary Dance, alongside a whole range of participatory activities for adults and children.		The Tacchi-Morris Arts Centre School Road, Monkton Heathfield, Taunton, TA2 8PD http://www.tacchi-morris.com/	Tel: 01823 414141
TAUNTON TOURIST OFFICE		The Library, Paul Street, Taunton Email: tautic@somerset.gov.uk TAUNTON CLICK
TAUNTON & PICKERIDGE GOLF CLUB Established club in a beautiful location in the Blackdown Hills. Visitors welcome with handicap certificate.		Corfe, Taunton Daily except Christmas Day TAUNTON & PUCKERIDGE GOLF CLUB CLICK	Tel: 01823 421790
TAUNTON COUNTRY WALK Taunton's Second Largest Shopping Centre is also in the heart of the Town Centre and County Walk offers clothing, grooming, furniture, computer ware, haberdashery, pet store, video store, mobile phone store and Sainsburys supermarket. But why not take a look yourself? With its airy and spacious atmosphere you will surely find some great bargains. Perhaps you could grab a bite to eat while you are at County Walk because adjacent and opposite you will find fast food restaurants and some good pub grub! There is parking in the Sainsburys car park but this is restricted for a couple of hours only.		East Street Taunton Somerset TA1 3QL	Tel: 01823 283 729
TAUNTON DEANE LEISURE All year round bowling indoors and summer outdoors. Tourists welcome and shoes and bowls are available.		Blackbrook Pavilion, Blackbrook Way, Taunton Mon-Fri 7am-8.30pm, Sat 8am-6pm, Sun 8am-8.30pm TAUNTON DEANE LEISURE CLICK	Tel: 01823 285980
Taunton Flower Show Taunton Flower Show is the premiere event of its type and has become renowned throughout the west.Held in the centre of Somerset's county town in the historic Vivary Park, the show is a traditional British flower show. The show features show gardens, competitive classes, a magnificent floral marquee, craft traders, a wide range of garden-orientated traders as well as a central events arena.This year the show has been moved from its traditional mid week dates and will take place on the first Friday and Saturday in August. This change has been made in order to encourage a family atmosphere. The core of the show is the competitive classes where anyone can enter their fruit, vegetables, crafts, photography and floral art. The schedule of classes can be found on the competitive classes page and there are hints and tips on how to make the most of your exhibits.	pictures from 2007 Show	Mrs Caroline Seymour PO Box 796 Taunton TA4 3WU Email: tauntonfs@onetel.com Friday 3rd August 2007 Gates open at 10.00am for members and at 11.00am for non-members. Show closes at 8.30pm Saturday 4th August 2007 Show opens for all at 10.00am. Show closes at 6.00pm Adults: £8 Children (7-17): £3 Families (2 adults and up to 4 children}: £18 After 5pm on Friday and 4pm on Saturday, adults: £4 TAUNTON FLOWER SHOW CLICK	Tel: 07794 407 758
TAUNTON FOOD MARKET Every Thursday on the High Street pavement you will find a mouthwatering Food Market stocked with local goodies. Somerset Duck stuffed with Apple or Apricot, Butchers, Cheeses, Ciders, Plants, Chocolates, Pies, Organic Vegatables and fabulous bread from a commune. A must if you are in the area.		High Street, Taunton TA1
TAUNTON HERITAGE TRAIL Visitors to Taunton can naturally discover the many architectural gems it has to offer, but many more can be discovered by following the Taunton Heritage Trail. This self-guided, circular walk illustrated by attractive brass plaques in the pavement leads visitors past some great places of interest. Some amazing and some more quirky such as the three wooden pigs marking the area of the Old Pig Market which operated from 1614 to 1882. You'll be able to find a modern interpretation of King Arthur’s sword in the stone and a plaque at the Northern end of the High Street commemorating the declaration of the Duke of Monmouth as King in June 1685.		For Information on the Taunton Heritage Trail and to request a leaflet of this circular walk around Taunton's historic town centre please contact Taunton Tourist Information Centre or Taunton Deane Tourism. The Library, Paul Street, Taunton Email: tautic@ somerset.gov.uk	Tel: 01823 336344, Fax: 01823 340308
TAUNTON OLD MARKET Taunton's Premier Shopping Centre is right in the heart of the Town Centre and the Old Market Centre offers a shopping experience for all the family to enjoy. There are over 40 shops, many in covered malls. You'll find the latest fashions for the whole family, from elegant style to fun fashion, jewellery, sports equipment and shoes. You will also find toys, treats, fine china and glass, in fact something for everyone. Browse through a vast selection of fine retail shops offering a wide range of goods & services. Completely free of any vehicular traffic. Situated in the centre of the town, linking the multi-storey car park High Street and Fore Street. Amenities: Provides all the sophisticated amenities that a prestigious covered shopping centre should. Suitable for wet weather visit & Children under 5 years of age are welcome.		The Old Market Shopping Centre Taunton TA1 3TP Email: centremanager@omc.eclipse.co.uk Open: Monday - Saturday 9am - 5.30pm. Late night and Sunday Opening on selected days. Late nights pre-Christmas. OLD MARKET CLICK	Tel: 01823 326 556
TAUNTON RACECOURSE National Hunt racing		Orchard Portman, Taunton October to April. TAUNTON RACE COURSE CLICK	Tel: 01823 337172
TAUNTON -St MARY MAGDALENE Standing at an amazing 163½' high to the top of the pinnacles, St Mary's is one of the best-known examples of the exuberant Somerset towers financed by the prosperity created by the wool trade and has been the town church since 1308 - a heritage of nearly 700 years. The church’s interior is a splendour with it's Tudor ceiling of the nave and chancel adorned with a hundred or more gilded angels. The stained glass too is particularly fine with some bright rich fragments remaining from medieval times on the north side. On looking up as you leave the church you cannot help but be stunned by the drama of the beautiful west window.		The Parish Church of St Mary Magdalene Church Square, Taunton Somerset, England, TA1 1SA St. MARY MAGDALENE CLICK	Tel: 01823 272441
TAUNTON - VIVARY PARK Though best in the spring & summer months Vivary Park is a sheer joy and pastime to those who visit it and use its facilities. You can have fun putting, feed the ducks & birds, play tennis, play golf, play on swings & climbing frames, eat in club restaurant and may be have your lunch or picnic on one of the many tables in the picnic area next to the bird aviary. Vivary Park is really worth a visit and if you get to know its paths intimately you wouldn't even know you were right in the town centre.		Vivary Road, Taunton TA1 3JW
Wellsprings Leisure Centre It cost £3½ million, it is a combined venture between the Ladymead school, Somerset County Council and Taunton Deane Borough Council. But even though this facility will further enhance local sporting and recreational provision does it reflect good design? Wellsprings Leisure Centre offers a wide range of facilities from a large sports hall for almost every court sports you can think of, a 50 piece fitness studio with the very latest Life Fitness equipment and Cardio Theatre, two air conditioned studios, health suite with sauna, steam room and solarium, treatment room, meeting rooms, bar and cafe and six floodlit outdoor tennis courts. The main sports arena is equipped with a retractable seating unit making this area ideal for sporting competitions as well as medium sized events, including concerts or theatrical productions.		Cheddon Road, Taunton, Somerset TA2 7QP email: j.curry@toneleisure.com WELLSPINGS LEISURE CENTRE CLICK	Tel: 01823 271271
WILLOW CROFT INDUSTRY Somerset baskets and willow products. Guided tours of the industry.The visitor centre is the home of P.H.coate & Son, founded in 1819. The Somerset levels is the most important wetland area in the U.K. & its unique landscape provides perfect conditions for willow growing. Basket making willow has been grown here for 200 years. Shp, Tea-room.		Mears Green, Stoke St.Gregory, Taunton, TA3 6HY WILLOW CROFT INDUSTRY CLICK	Tel :01823 490249 fax : 01823 490814

BILLY BUNTER'S TAUNTON AREA GOURMET

EATING GUIDE

Comments are based on opinions of readers and represent their opinions on the food and service. Bunters have been given based on presentation, quantity, service and ambience & are based on customer comments submitted. We trust this small guide helps visitors to the area. It is very interactive and relies on your input. If you have an opinion on any restaurants in the area please email it to : cerdic@wessex.me.uk or call 0870 199 3871

HOME DELIVERY

Many people ( especially smokers) may wish to eat their meals in the comfort of their own homes or Hotel Rooms. So if you are in Taunton & would like a meal delivered look out for the sign on the left for eateries that provide Home Delivery. Some do limit the distance so do check when partaking.

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Antons Fish & Chips

87 Mountway Rd
Bishops Hull
Taunton
Somerset
TA1 5DS

01823 353443

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Aphrodites Greek Taverna

Taunton's only Greek restaurant specialising in greek and Cypriot cuisine, fresh fish and seafood, all food freshly prepared and cooked on the premises, special occasions and parties catered for.Open:Mon 6pm-10.30pm, Tues-Sat 6pm-11.30pm, Sun closed.

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15 East Reach
Taunton
TA1 3EW

01823 276565

I was getting bored of eating out at various Chinese/ Indian/ Cantonese etc etc so when I found there was a Greek restaurant in town I thought I would give it a go and I am very glad I did, the food is excellent, the choice outstanding, the service is spot on and they have managed to create an atmosphere where you do not feel crowded in with other customers, the music level is just right, I have been back many times and will continue to do so.
Recommended by: Ian Gallaway - 13/02/2006

Bar & Bistro 4DQ rosette

The same modern relaxed feel flows into the bistro-style restaurant, given the name 4DQ after its central postcode.It is here that the owners, the Hatton Group, are committed to restoring a local hotel for local use through design and thoughtful modern interpretation of a contemporary restaurant.Enjoy a hearty Somerset Breakfast, a wholesome light lunch or an imaginative evening meal. Complimenting the relaxed Bistro is a cosy but modern bar, subtley lit and cleverly stocked with a range of traditional and more contemporary range of drinks. AA Awards AA - 1 Rosette 2007

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Park Street
Taunton
TA1 4DQ

01823 284683

i went for a meal at the 4DQ bisto last week i had a very nice meal, the menu has a range of different foods, we had a drink before are meals in a quiet yet comfortable bar. the bar and waiting staff were all very helpful and friendly making you feel comfortable.
Recommended by: marnie - 19/04/2007

Bengal Spice The

7 Fore St
Taunton, Williton, TA4 4PX

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Biddys Burger Bar

Fast Food Emporium

14, Station Rd, Taunton, Somerset TA1 1NH

01823
257222

Blackbrook Tavern County Carvery Lodge Inn

Ruishton, TAUNTON, Somerset, TA3 5LU

01823
443121

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B C Chinese Restaurant

Our place is a family run business, with warm friendly service, supplied with traditional chinese food and so many different house specialty dishes.Open: 5pm-Midnight (except Wednesday)

BC CHINESE CLICK

5 Kingston Road, Taunton TA2 7SA

01823
284646

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Blagdon Inn

Given a new name & new lease of life in 2004 by Steve & Sarah Rushton, this old cider house has been transformed into a stylish gastropub, yet retains its heavy beams, stone walls & fine inglenook fireplace. The Rushtons are passionate about locally sourced produce & both food & drink menus overflow with local goodies, from Devon organic soft drinks & Somerset micro-brewery beers, to Ruby Red beef from Exmoor, Brixham fish, & free-range pork reared in surrounding fields. Follow juicy scallops with bacon & balsamic dressing, by a hearty steak & kidney pie straight from the oven, then a plate of unpasteurised West Country cheeses. Mon-Fri 12N-2pm 6.30-9.30pm Sat-Sun 12N-9.30pm

BLAGDON INN CLICK

Blagdon Hill, Taunton, Somerset, TA3 7SG

01823
421296

bar@
blagdoninn
.co.uk

Bombay Spice

Exquisite Cuisine - Indian & Bangladeshi Restaurant & Take Away. Dishes especially prepared for your maximum enjoyment. 7 days a week: 12-2pm 5.30pm-Midnight.

52 Station Rd
Taunton, TA1 1NS

01823
322722

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Brazz

This is an exciting brasserie – Brazz – with its starlit dome and brilliant blue fish tank, it has become one of the most fashionable eating places in the West Country Open:Mon-Sat 8.30am-11pm, sun 10am-10.30pm. Brazz- 1AA Rosette. Brazz- This contemporary Brasserie with its huge fish tank. AA Awards AA - 1 Rosette

BRAZZ CLICK

Castle Bow
Taunton
TA1 1NF

01823
252000

taunton@
brazz.co.uk

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Brettons

A la carte restaurant offering superb and interesting English/French cuisine specialising in fresh fish, local meats abd vegetarian dishes. (Private function available). Children welcome, alcohol licence, credit cards accepted, eat-in, special dietry menu. We sell foods that are grown, reared and made in the Taunton Deane Area.

BRETTONS CLICK

49 East Reach
Taunton
TA1 3EX

01823
256688

01823 256500

emma
.brettons@
tinyworld
.co.uk

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Brewhouse Theatre

Comfortable and pleasant surroundings. Interesting and varied menu with fresh produce cooked daily. Light or full lunches, super suppers, salad bar, scrumptious desserts. Children welcome, alcohol licence, entertainment, car parking, credit cards accepted, eat-in. Locally reared meat from Scrivens, North Petherton, Mashfield Ice Cream.

BREWHOUSE THEATRE & ARTS CENTRE CLICK

Brewhouse Theatre
Brewhouse Theatre & Arts Centre
Coal Orchard, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 1JL

01823 274608

01823 323116

brewhouse
@btconnect
.com

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Brown & Forest

They serve their customers with produce - locally sourced wherever possible - fresh from the smokery - often so fresh that we actually unload straight out of the smoker!, - and they make all their own soups, puddings and cakes. Their aim is to offer simple excellence. The menu changes daily. We are licensed and sell a most delicious apple aperitif (made by our neighbour Julian Temperley at the Somerset Cider Brandy Co.), as well as very good white and red wines. Restaurant Hours * Monday to Friday 10am - 4pm * Saturday 10am - 2.30pm Not open Sun or Bank Hols.

BROWN & FORREST CLICK

Bowdens Farm, Hambridge, Langport
Somerset TA10 0BP
On the Langport to Ilminster Road (B3168)

01458
250875

01458 253475

info@
smokedeel
.co.uk

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Bumbles Tea and Coffee lounge

4-6 Magdalene lane
Taunton
TA1 1SE

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Burger King

What started with one restaurant in Miami in 1954 has grown to more than 11,220 restaurants in 61 countries worldwide. And, like a small child who eats his greens, we're still growing and growing.

BURGER KING CLICK

62-63 High street
Taunton
TA1 3PT

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Cafe Expresso

Open: Mon-Sat 7.30-5pm. Nominated best café in Taunton, Taunton deane business award-May 2005. Cafe Expresso is a coffee shop which also does takeaway coffee and food, it is very popular for business lunches and has a very extensive menu.

38 High Street
Taunton
TA1 3PN

01823
352133

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Cafe Nero

Caffè Nero Group Plc was founded in 1997 and is currently the largest independent coffee retailer in the UK, with over 300 Caffè Nero stores from Brighton to Glasgow.Our aim is to provide a European style coffee house experience offering premium espresso-based gourmet coffee, authentic Italian food products and a relaxing atmosphere in every store.

CAFE NERO CLICK

15 Fore street
Taunton
TA1 1 HX

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Cafe Noir

Open: Monday to Saturday. A unique coffee shop selling home made cakes and lunch time meals.Cafe Noir is a place where you can have a cup of coffee and watch the world go by. With it’s excellent cuisine and extensive wine menu café noir is an ideal place to eat, drink and relax in an informal Parisian atmosphere.

15 South Street
Wellington
TA21 8NR

01823
665264

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Canton Chinese Restaurant & Takeaway

Peking & Cantonese Cuisine, Sunday- Thursday 6pm-11pm Friday & Saturday 6pm-11.30pm

113 East Reach,
TA1

01823 323822

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Capriccio's Restaurant

41 Bridge Street Taunton,TA1 1TP

01823

335711

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Castle Hotel 3 Forks

Something of a gastronomic institution.The Castle is something of a gastronomic institution in these parts. Certainly its 800-year old history makes it the West Country's most enduring watering hole. Chef Richard Guest follows in the Castle's famous tradition of celebrating the best produce of the region and has retained the restaurants coveted star award - the fifth in five consecutive years.

CASTLE HOTEL CLICK

Castle Hotel
Castle Green
Taunton
Somerset
TA1 1NF

01823
272671

01823 336066

reception@
the-castle
-hotel.com

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Chef Peking

Open: 5.30pm to midnight.Chinese takeaway with free delivery service on £10 order.

20 Upper High Street
Taunton
TA1 3PZ

01823
333008

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China & China

Currently, the largest Chinese restaurant in Taunton, China China has built up a good reputation for quality Cantonese food and personal service. A wide choice of speciality and vegetarian dishes, together with set menus are available. All freshly cooked to order with a selection of fine wines. Mon - Sat1200 - 02001730 - 2330

Sun 1730 - 2330

CHINA & CHINA CLICK

105 Station Rd
Taunton
Somerset
TA1 1PB

01823 278889

01823 413295

Great food and a fun place to eat with the centre of the table turning so you can try several dishes. I've eaten here quite a few time and never had a bad meal.
Recommended by: Foody - 05/01/2007

This restaurant is a great find. I have eaten there a number of times now, and have never been disappointed. The food is all freshly cooked to order, and the service is great. You must check this place out.
Recommended by: Foodie - 30/12/2006

Ciao Roma Restaurant

Best Italian food in England! Children welcome, alcohol licence, entertainment, credit cards accepted, disabled facilities, eat-in, take-away, special dietry menu.We use Williams Smy Butchers and buy local vegetables from markets.

4 Eastgate
Taunton
Somerset
TA1 3NB

01823 353127

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Coffee & Cream / The Sand Witch

A Modern cafe specialising in home made cakes & pastries as well as wholesome light snacks from breakfast through lunch to afternoon tea. Real food Real easy

Mon-Sat 7am-5pm

5-8 Crown Walk, High Street, TA1 3PU

01823 333878

Dominos Pizza

The famous Pizza takeaway or home delivery

DOMINOS CLICK

68 Station Road, Taunton, TA1

01823 259999

Doraemon Oriental

27 Kingston Rd
Taunton, TA2 7SA

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Dynasty Indian Cuisine

At the Dynasty you can choose from a wide range of traditional Bangladeshi and Indian food, including all the classic dishes alongside a recommended list of the chef’s favourites. The exciting flavours of authentic Indian food are brought to life by an inspirational management team. 7 days a week 12pm-2pm 6pm-midnight

93-95 Station Road, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 1PB

01823
334361

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Express Holiday Inn

Welcome to the Express by Holiday Inn Taunton hotel in Somerset.Our Taunton hotel is situated near Junction 25 of the M5 providing an excellent base for exploring Taunton and Somerset, as well as the perfect place for a stop over whilst travelling to Devon and Cornwall.The Express by Holiday Inn Taunton hotel is a modern and contemporary hotel with 92 fully equipped en-suite rooms, with satellite TV, direct dial telephones, hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities.Our great value room rates include complimentary continental breakfast served daily in the Great Room lounge. This relaxed and informal lounge is also a great spot in which to meet friends and enjoy a drink from our licensed bar.

EXPRESS HOLIDAY INN CLICK

Blackbrook Park
Taunton
TA1 2PX

01823 624000

managertaunton@
expressholidayinn.co.uk

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Farthings

Farthings Country House Hotel and Restaurant is situated in the delightful village of Hatch Beauchamp, a quiet and peaceful location in the heart of Somerset yet only a few miles from Taunton and the M5. The hotel overlooks the village green and enjoys 3 acres of private and peaceful gardens. With a relaxing and informal atmosphere as well as warm hospitality it is the perfect place to unwind. In the award-winning restaurant, the emphasis is on good-quality English food and local produce, including fish, meat and dairy. Beef and lamb are sourced from a butcher who has lived in Somerset all his life and whose mother still personally inspects the livestock; eggs are courtesy of a retired sergeant major who keeps hens on his farm nearby.

FARTHINGS CLICK

Hatch Beauchamp
TA3 6SG

01823 480664

This is the best hotel and you're the nicest people we've ever stayed with. I'd forgotten that hotels could be like this
Beryl and Alan Tucker, Oswestry

FIRESTONE (THE)

A fine dining concept that boasts an open plan bar with a modern and comtempary feel. Consists of a 74 seater Restaurant plus large comfy, cosy drinking area. Eat, drink and unwind at the Firestone, be it after work, shopping break or special occasions. Large Business bookings and party bookings are the Firestone's forte. We can cater for up to 70 people and can also offer exclusive rights to the restaurant.
From 10.30am with speciality coffee's readily available. Stylish menu consisting of fantastic English & European dishes. Mouthwatering desserts and Tear & Share Breads to die for. Pizzas, Wraps and Calzones available from our fantastic open plan front

FIRESTONE CLICK

Castle Green Taunton TA1 4AE

01823 283479

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Flowers Restaurant

A delightful daytime restaurant in an old Courtyard Interesting different meals and lovely cakes. Gluten-free.

4 The Courtyard St James Street, Taunton TA1 1JR

01823

324354

What a beautiful place! We stumbled upon this place by accident and I'm so glad we did. The staff were wonderful, really friendly and lovely with my children. The food was delicious and the homemade cakes were out of this world. My only complaint: Too far away to go more often for me !!!!!
Recommended by: laura - 13/07/2005

Flying Aubergine

Meals prepared to order. Scrumptuous Sandwiches & salads as well as mouthwatering main courses. In summer sit outside in a Courtyard right next to the River Tone with a lovely view of Taunton Bridge.

St James Street, Riverside, Taunton, TA1 1XG

01823
352033

Good food at a reasonable price, well worth visiting. We shall be back
Recommended by: helenlouis - 11/02/2007

The Flying Horse

is an extremely popular family pub just 200 years from the town centre and just up the road from Taunton Football Club. There is a very friendly, welcoming atmosphere here, with a team of helpful, happy staff and we do not tolerate trouble, which makes us an ideal venue for the whole family. Inside is open plan but well segregated with the sports area on one side which leads to a snug then on to the family and dining area. Bar Food is served daily with a good choice of traditional favourites including scampi, chicken nugget, burgers, hot dogs etc., etc., served with chips and a choice of beans or peas at only £2.50 per portion. Or you can treat yourself to a great Sunday lunch & starter for only £4.95. The beer garden is ideal for lazy summer days, you can relax as the children play. A whole range of outdoor activities is provided such as football, skittles, quoits and swingball and for tots there is a ball pool and sandpit. Why not give us a try, we look forward to your visit.

123 Wordsworth Drive, Taunton, Somerset TA1 2HH

Tel / Fax 01823 251669

theflying.horse@virgin.net

Franco’s Restaurant

Franco’s Italian restaurant is set in a lovely listed Georgian building with a colourful floral courtyard. They serve Italian cuisine as well as traditional roasts on a Sunday.

6 Shuttern, Taunton, TA1 4ET

01823
272480

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French Connection

Home cooked Continental Cuisine- Full A la Carte Menu.
Tuesday-Saturday Evenings only from 7pm

65 Station Rd
Taunton, TA1 1PA

01823
352645

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The Gallery
Art Gallery/ Restaurant

A new and different restaurant in the centre of Chard. Behind "Hooked on Books" bookshop. Good Jazz and other evenings. Book early. David Barnes. the Chef< and John Woods will make you feel ats if you are enjoying a real gourmet meal in your own home. If you are in the area this is a treat not to be missed. Be sure to book first

OUR RESTAURANT OF THE YEAR - Michelin, Egon Ronay & Other Guides- this is the treat you have missed!!!!

4 Hollyrood Street
Chard,TA20 2AH

01460 61010

.The people are nice, the food magnificent- my favorite restaurant in Britain.
Bill Clinton (USA)

Golden House Restaurant

88, Station Rd, Taunton, Somerset TA1 1PD

01823
288676

Hankridge Arms

Hankridge Way, TAUNTON, Somerset, TA1 2LR

01823
444405

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Harvester

Welcome to the home of succulent spitroast chicken, the wholesome taste of
flame - grilled steaks, platters with a little bit of everything and unlimited freshly
prepared salad with every main meal… great food starts here! We believe fresh just tastes better. At Harvester we’re serious about serving great, fresh food – the fresher the better. That’s why our bread rolls come straight from the oven, our famous Salad Cart is freshly prepared and continually replenished and our fresh chickens are cooked onour rotisserie throughout the day – so when you think fresh, think Harvester.

MON TO SAT 11 AM TILL 11 PM. SUN 12 NOON TILL 10.30 PM.
HARVESTER CLICK

1 Blackbrook Park Avenue, TAUNTON, Somerset, TA1 2PF

01823
442221

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Hatchers Restaurant

Shoppers restaurant offering good quality fresh cooked meals. Carvery & specvial dishes. Hot & Cold vegetarian dishes. Gluten free cakes. Watch out for a 99p breakfast. Monday- Saturday 9am- 5.30pm

Hatcher & Sons Ltd,
9-13 High Street, TA1 3PQ

01823 272277

admin@hatchers.net

HENRYS

Bacically a self service food place by day and a bar by night.

47 High Street Taunton TA1 3PR

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Hugos Restaurant & Wine Bar

Contemporary Provencal cuisine with typical dishes from the Marseilles area. Large selection of French & Provencal wines. -2 Course lunch at £9.95- Every Wednesday evening "Bouillabaisse de Marseille". Chef from Marseille.

HUGOS CLICK

4-6 Cheapside
Taunton, TA1 3LG

01823
323213

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Jenny At Tristans

Wine Bar & Bistro. We pride ourselves on our warm friendly service in a comfortable relaxed atmosphere. The very best in quality cuisine at Affordable prices. Tues-Sat 6pm til late, Sunday Lunch 12-4pm. A warm welcome awaits you.

11 East Reach
Taunton
TA1 3EW

01823 332117

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KFC

The Colonel invented it 45 years ago & everyone is still munching it

KFC CLICK

59 East Street, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 3LX

01823
272944

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La Bonne Vie

Established 1976- French themed. International Menu in a Candlelight atmosphere. Monday- Saturday for lunch & dinner

33 High Street,
Taunton TA1 3PN

01823

274748

The food is really nice with small romantic tables and good price, but the manager is a bit moody at times and it can be very difficult to book!
Recommended by: ANON - 27/01/2007

I love this little place. The food is really great. the only downfall is trying to book.
Recommended by: Andy B - 16/06/2006

Lotus Flower Thai Restaurant

For Authentic Thai cuisine

89 Station Road,
Taunton,

01823 324411

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MacDonalds

In 1974 MacDonalds opened their first restaurant.. Today it symbolises the great American dream.. Trying hard to get away from its former junk food image. In New York there is a smart MacDonalds with waiter service and a piano player- formally dressed waiters.

McDONALDS CLICK

MacDonalds
County Mall, 66 East Street, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 3LU

01823
279347

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Mandarin House Restaurant

Large selection of Fine Chinese Cuisine Lunch & Dinner Buffet. Fully licensed. Air Conditioned- Large or small Party Bookings accepted.

Heron Gate
Taunton, TA1 2LP

01823
332627

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Maharaj Tandoori Restaurant

Traditional Indian Cuisine- Parties welcomed up to 70 people. Free Delivery within 3 mile radius. Open every day including Bank Holidays 12-2pm- & 6pm- midnight.

3 Staplegrove Rd
Taunton, TA1 1DE

01823
253555

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Mariam

Taunton Deane Borough Council & Somerset Gazette awards winning restaurant for 1996- 1998 - 1999- 2000 for Banladeshi food

18 Paul St
Taunton, TA1 3PF

01823
335299

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Meryan House

Bishop's Hull Rd
Taunton
TA1 5EG

01823 337445

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Miller’s Wine Bar - Now Known As Mambo

This popular wine bar has a great choice of bistro food to accompany its ample wine list.This is where Food & Music Matter- New for 2007 Authentic Thai cuisine served daily 'til 9pm plus a full range of superb snacks, grills, salads & pasta. Open from 11am-3am (2am Sunday) every day. Parties our speciality. Top DJs. The terrace garden and inglenook fireplace make it a good place to eat at all year round.

MAMBO CLICK

Mill Lane, Taunton,
TA1 1LN

01823
351055

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Ming Chef Takeaway

Chinese Take Away - Peking & Cantonese Cuisine Sunday- Thursday 5.30pm- 11.30pm Friday & Saturday 5.30pm- Midnight Closed Tuesdays. Telephone Orders Welcome. Home Delivery

58 Station Road,
Taunton, TA1 1NX

01823 330028

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Molly's

7 Staplegrove Road, TA1 1DE

Mount Somerset

The excellent food is one of the big attractions at The Mount Somerset that boasts two first class restaurants, quite possibly the finest restaurants in Taunton. Our menu combines classic favourites and imaginative new dishes using the freshest, finest ingredients – sourced locally wherever possible. Quantock chicken, Exmoor lamb, Brixham Lobster and crab, and Somerset cheeses feature regularly. Our speciality home-baked breads are renowned locally for a very good reason – they are irresistible. So too are our delightful canapés and petit fours, which provide the prelude and grand finale to any dining experience at The Mount Somerset.Yet the experience is not just about our award-winning food and we pay equal attention to the quality of the setting, recognising that fine linen, exquisite tableware and excellent service can lift a meal from good to truly memorable. Watch the sun set while you settle down with an aperitif in the west-facing Somerset Room or in our Garden Room.

MOUNT SOMERSET CLICK

Lower Henlade
Henlade
Nr Taunton
TA3 5NB

01823 442500

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Mr Scrumptious

Catering Kebabs, Pizza, Burger, Chips, Fried Chicken, scampi, chicken nuggets and soft drinks. Sunday-Thursday 4pm-12pm Friday & saturday 4pm-1am

5 East Reach TA1 3EN

01823 665387

Munchies

Takeaway food Available, kebabs, pizza, chicken. Delivery available all day within Taunton area. Weekdays 2pm-2am Friday & Saturday 1.30pm-2.30pm

MUNCHIES CLICK

1 Grays Road, TA1 3BA

01823 321111

Natraj Tandoori

Established for 10 years, we provide Indian, Bangladeshi and Pakistani home cooked cuisine. Visited by:Patsy Palmer (EastEnders), Joss Stone, Darren Gough/Keith Gillespie, Danny John Jules (Cat, Red Dwarf), D-Side, Sonati Javarida (Sri Lankan Cricket Captain). Open Every Day Lunch time - 12 noon - 2pm Evening - 5.30pm - Midnight

NATRAJ TANDOORI CLICK

148 East Reach
Taunton, TA1 3HT

01823
288876

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The Old Bear Restaurant

The Old Bear is a small family run restaurant offering a warm welcome and simple but delicious home cooked food. Tuesday-Saturday evening from 7pm Sunday Lunch at 12.30pm

14 Upper High Street, Taunton, TA1 3PZ

01823 331777

Very 'safe' menu. Nothing too challenging for the cook. Well presented and the service was good. The clientele is mainly over 60's though and the atmosphere much too serious for the food on offer.
Recommended by: Taunton food critic - 16/02/2007

The Old Mexican Restaurant

<>James Kinniburgh & Mark Green are two colleagues who have entered into business together forming LDB Limited - 'Los Dos Bandidos Limited' in 2005. Since investing in The Old Mexican the restaurant has gone from strength to strength.Established as a restaurant over 20 years ago it is proving to be one of the South West and Taunton's most popular Mexican Restaurants.If you want traditional Mexican food then tarry at this restaurant. You can even have a menu to take home - Then you phone before arriving with your order and it is ready when you arrive. Lovely nachos, frijoles,fajitas,enchilados, chilli con carne, burritos etc

Monday-Saturday 7pm-11.30pm
OLD MEXICAN CLICK

18a Lower Middle St
Taunton
Somerset
TA1 1SH

01823
350291
or out of hours
07725
940943

Have been to this restaurant several times and never fails to impress. The food is excellent though rustic which is part of the charm. Portions are generous and it is a struggle to do three courses but of course we did and the sweets were fab. Authentic ambiance adds to the dining experience. Yep we will be returning!
Recommended by: mrs h - 30/10/2005

The Old Inn, Taunton

An excellent pub for food and Ye Olde Pub feeling

Bishops Hull Road, Taunton, Somerset TA1 5EG

01823 284728

The Olive Tree

Coffee shop & Table service restaurant providing quality food and home made specials inside a flourishing delicatessen shop. Monday-Saturday 9am-5pm

10/10a The Bridge, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 1UG

01823 353707

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Orchards

In this lovely old building (Circa 1530) which boasts a wealth of period features including low beamed ceilings, inglenook fireplaces, intriguing stairways and cosy alcoves. Dining here is leisurely and relaxing yet, in this delightful country-side location, it is hard to imagine that you are just a few convenient minutes drive away from Taunton's busy town centre.Such ambience is matched by the freshly and professionally prepared dishes - the emphasis being on wholly fresh food with many vegetarian and fish specialities.

ORCHARDS CLICK

Dipford Road, Angersleigh, Nr. Trull,
Taunton, TA3 7PA

01823
275440

orchards
restaurant
@mac.com

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Pain Et Vin

Licensed Coffee & Sandwich Bar- Sandwiches/Baguettes Frshley Made to Prder. Platters, Cod Buffets & Corporate catering. Deliveries throughout Taunton

51a St. James Street, Taunton, TA1 1JH

0845 8320521

01823 252777

Papa John's Pizzas

Americas No 1. Monday- Thursday 4pm-11pm Friday & Saturday 12 midday- 11.30pm Sunday 12 Midday-11pm Order online.

PAPA JOHN'S CLICK

144 East Reach,
Taunton

01823 337475

Pitcher & Piano

P & P first started in Fulham in 1986, since when it has evolved into one of the UK's favourite bar groups, offering outstanding premium drinks, mingled with food that carries its own distinction against a background of different themes, many deriving from the locality, and from what is the whole being of contemporary life in modern bars.Sun - Wed: 11:00 - 23:00, Thurs: 11:00 - 01:00
Fri & Sat: 11:00 - 02:00

PITCHER & PIANO CLICK

Corporation Street, Taunton, TA1 4AJ

01823
350104

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PIZZA EXPRESS

In 1965, an English eccentric entrepreneur by the name of Peter Boizot changed the face of British dining forever. He teamed up with Enzo Apicella, a fiery Italian designer, to create a new type of restaurant that shattered the mould and rewrote the rule book.Out went the dull food, lacklustre interiors and indifferent service that were the standards of the day. In came a vivid, passionate approach to dining thanks to the synergy of cultures from the two very different men - Italian flair and panache coupled with the very best of English creativity and idiosyncrasy. PizzaExpress was born.

PIZZA EXPRESS CLICK

20 Bridge Street
Taunton Somerset TA1 1UB

01823
352245

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Pizza Hut

We started our life in 1958 when Frank and Dan Carney opened the first Hut in Wichita, Kansas. The first Pizza Hut restaurant was only small, with enough room for 25 seats; the restaurant sign only had space for nine letters. Frank and Dan wanted to have 'Pizza' in the name, which left space for just 3 more letters. Because the building looked like a hut... Pizza Hut was born! Fifteen years later, the first UK restaurant opened. Since then we have grown to become the biggest Pizza Company on the planet. We're the UK's leading pizza restaurant and delivery chain too, with over 600 outlets across the country. We are part of Yum Restaurants International (who also own KFC, Taco Bell, Long John Silver's, A & W and Pizza Hut Worldwide).

PIZZA HUT CLICK

Taunton Riverside Park Hankridge Way
Taunton Somerset TA1 2LR

01823
444747

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Prezzo

Smart air conditioned Italian eaterie right in the centre of Taunton. Very popular.Prezzo is about providing great quality Italian food in a friendly and relaxed environment at reasonable prices. We use the finest seasonal products available, many of which are imported directly from Italy. Our menu includes pizza, pasta, risotto, grilled meats, fresh salads and frequently changing specials. Our stylish, contemporary designed restaurants often situated in historic buildings or buildings of local interest, provide the perfect backdrop for informal dining or a venue in which to celebrate any special occasion.

PREZZO CLICK

25 Fore Street, Taunton, TA1 1JW

01823
339233

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QUE PASA

This two floor operation in the heart of Taunton opened in March and is already making a name for itself … one of our first visitors was England cricketer Marcus Trescothick who came along with his mates from Somerset County Cricket Club. And as the weather hots up our outdoor seating is bound to prove a hit with locals and tourists alike
QUE PASA CLICK

15-16 High Street Taunton TA1 3PJ

enquiries@
quepasa.co.uk

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Rajpoot Restaurant

Indian Tandoori RestaurantOpen every day 12 noon - 2pm & 6pm-Midnight

New Rajpoot
5 Corporation Street, Taunton TA1 4AW

01823

288389

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The Sanctuary Wine Bar & Restaurant

The Sanctuary promises to tempt you with something new every time you visit. The fantastic menu takes its inspiration from around the world and food is beautifully presented too. we specialise in fresh fish and where possible we use organic ingredients - check blackboards daily Download a copy of our menu updated fortnightly

SANCTUARY CLICK

Middle Street
Taunton TA1 1SJ

01823
257788

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Seema

Contempary Indian cuisine. Takeaway & Kebab house **** Master Chef Roll of Honour awards 2006. Free Home Delivery Closed Tuesdays, Open 5.30pm- 12 midnight.

17 East Reach,
Taunton, TA1 3EW

01823 330995

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Somewhere Else

39 East St
Taunton, TA1 3LS

01823
271440

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Springfield House

Springfield house is set in 2 acres of its own well tended garderns. With a summer house and guest conservatory

SPRINGFIELD HOUSE CLICK

Walford Cross
West Monkton
Nr Taunton
TA2 8QW

01823
412116

enquiries@
springfieldhse.co.uk

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Starbucks Coffee House

Welcome to Starbucks! If you’re visiting for the first time, allow us to tell you a little bit about who we are. Starbucks Coffee Company is the leading retailer, roaster and brand of specialty coffee in the world, with more than 6,000 retail locations in North America, Latin America, Europe, the Middle East and the Pacific Rim - wherever there is a demand for great coffee.– while also conducting our business in ways that produce social, environmental and economic benefits for the communities in which we do business. We believe it’s possible to do well and do good at the same time.

STARBUCKS CLICK

8 Fore Street,
Taunton,
TA1

01823
274265

Stonegallows Restaurant

Stonegallows
Taunton, TA1 5JP

01823
333504

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SUBWAY

Deliciously filled bagettes with lovely sauces and fillings to choice.Long hours at work and hectic lifestyles mean we don’t always have time to prepare and cook healthy meals, and instead rely on grabbing something to eat on the move. The problem is, we often end up eating food that’s highly processed, packed with calories and fat, but contains little in the way of vitamins, minerals and fibre – not exactly a good foundation for a healthy diet. Fortunately though, food on the go doesn’t have to mean unhealthy food if you eat at one of the numerous SUBWAY® stores throughout the UK and Republic of Ireland. Experts in toasted and cold submarine or SUB sandwiches, wraps and salads, SUBWAY® stores are well known for providing low fat and fresher alternatives to burgers, kebabs, pizza, fried chicken and fries.

SUBWAY CLICK

54 East Street, Taunton. TA1 3TZ

01823 339 400

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SUBWAY

SUBWAY CLICK

19 Fore Street Taunton TA1 1JA

01823 338 500

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Svetlanas

Barbeque restaurant and Piano Diner. Four courses & wine fixed rate price. Open Friday-Saturday from 7pm

24 Upper High St
Taunton, TA1 3PZ

01823
333750

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Tornedos No 1 Mediterranean Bar & Restaurant

situated in the heart of Taunton, Tornedos No1 takes you straight to the Mediterranean, making you feel "on holiday at home" within its unique Mediterranean styled dining environment. A popular venue, it has recently been awarded the 2007 Gold Medal Award for 'Hospitality, Service, Quality, Value & Style' by Somerset Social Group, Somerset's premier socialising & dining out organisation. The lunch, evening and tapas menus have been designed to reflect a broad selection of dishes primarily reflecting the cuisine of Spain, Italy, Greece and Portugal. Lunch: Tuesday - Saturday 11.45am - 2pm Evening: Monday - Saturday opening 6.00pm

Closed all day Sunday

TORNEDOS NO1 CLICK

41 Bridge Street,
Taunton, TA1 1TP

01823 335711

info@
tournedosno1
.co.uk

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Tramontes

<>Tramonte’s Italian Restaurant brings a true taste of Italy to Taunton .Situated on the edge of town, with a seating capacity of 170 and customer parking, Tramonte’s is the ideal location for that romantic dinner for two, a wedding or corporate function and so much more. Established in 1999, Tramonte’s creates thoughts of Tuscany, the Bay of Naples and ristoranti on the shores of Lake Garda.An intimate upstairs bar offers an opportunity to talk quietly to each other, while the conservatory overlooking the lake is relaxing and picturesque . Signor Tramonte handpicks the finest wines to accompany classic Italian cuisine from the length and breadth of Italy. Food is painstakingly prepared and presented by professional top class chef, Guisseppe Coppola who boasts over a decade of experience. Whether you love food or just romance, Tramonte’s Italian restaurant will be an unforgettable experience

Tuesday - Sunday 6.00pm - 10.30pm

Also open Friday, Saturday and Sunday

for Lunch 12.30pm - 2.30pm

TRAMONTES CLICK

Heron Gate
Taunton
TA1 2LP

01823 323377

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Tuckers

48 High Street, Taunton TA1 3PR

01823 275454

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Uddins

23 East Reach, Taunton, TA1 3EP

01823 351555

my wife and I have eaten at Uddins East Reach Taunton on several occasions and had several takeaways and been delighted on each occasion.
Recommended by: john - 29/05/2006

Valeries

One of those quaint places for ladies who lunch. Lovely salads and home made quiches. Or just pop in for a coffee and a natter. Daytime only.

Bath Place,
Taunton,
TA1

01823 271034

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White Lodge Beefeater

A multi-million pound re-vamp of our restaurants has created a stylish new look that's warm, modern, and welcoming. So come in, sit back and enjoy your meal in one of our new leather-booth seating areas. Why not relax with a Costa Coffee or select from our wide range of drinks in our bar.The majority of our restaurants are joined with our partner hotel, Premier Travel Inn, so if you need accommodation during the week on business or during leisure time at the weekend, you'll find everything you need at Premier Travel Inn right next door.

BEEFEATER CLICK

81 Bridgwater Rd
Taunton, TA1 2DU

01823 321112

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Wimpy

We are a table service restaurant and always prepare and cook to order, whether it is early morning, lunch time or in the afternoon and evenings.Healthy and sensible eating has been our aim, serving from freshly prepared salads, grills, breakfast, baguettes and 100% beef, fish, chicken and vegetable burgers. We serve freshly extracted ground coffee for that perfect Caffé latte, Cappuccino and espresso

WIMPY CLICK

27 North Street, TAUNTON, Somerset, TA1 1LW

01823
335621

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J R Whittington

The Buffet Business Station Depot, Tower Street Taunton TA1 4BH

(01823) 257351

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Willow Tree

The Willow Tree was opened in September 2002 by ex-Roux Brothers Head Chef Darren Sherlock and his partner Rita Rambellas; set in a charming 17th Century Grade II listed building with its cosy inglenook fireplace and delightful waterside terrace, The Willow Tree should prove to be an excellent choice for dinner - whatever the occasion. Named by the Good Food Guide as "Somerset Newcomer of the Year" in 2004.Throughout 2006, the Willow Tree's excellent reputation continues to grow. AA Restaurant Guise awarded 'best use of fish' and 'best use of local produce'.

WILLOW TREE CLICK

Willow Tree
3 Tower Lane
Off Tower Stree
Taunton, TA1 4AR

01823 352835

Overall, the evening was superb and I would highly recommend the Willow Tree restaurant. The menu is well balanced, with the service being attentive, polite and efficient. Set within a picturesque building, the ambience is relaxed and comfortable. I am very surprised, if not astonished, at the lack of a Michelin star! Rohan Shaikh (12 March 2007)

Fantastic! How the Castle Hotel has a Michelin star and not the Willow Tree will never cease to amaze me! Herschelle Gibbs (13 January 2007)

Winchester Arms

Castle Green , Taunton , TA1 4AD

01823 272488

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WONTONS VIETNAMESE & CHINESE RESTAURANT

Specialists in Cantonese, Peking and Szechuan Cuisine. Monday Closed all day. Tuesday- Sunday 12noon-2pm & 5.30pm-11pm Open Bank Holidays

10 Station Road Taunton TA1 1NH

01823 252666

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YATES WINE LODGE

As well as keeping the old time classics on our menu, we have also introduced some fantastic new meals…why not try our new BBQ Chicken Melt or for something a little lighter our selection of small plates.We also have some great winter dinners for those cold nights ahead; with traditional Steak and Ale Pie or the old classic dish, Scampi and Chips. If these don’t grab your fancy we have plenty more dishes to choose from.

YATES CLICK

54-56 High Street Taunton TA1 3PT

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Zian Palace

offers a high quality varied Chinese/Oriental cuisine in a relaxed friendly atmosphere providing excellant value for money. Takeaway & delivery service available. 5.30pm-11pm

55 East Reach TA1 3EX

01823 252251

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TAUNTON SHOPPING GUIDE

High Streets are places where you can view goods and shop. Taunton is known as one of the finest shopping Centres in the South West of England. Below we have listed the shops in the centre of Taunton. However with the advent of the "Virtual Shopping Centre" we can bring those shops with websites directly to you. All you have to do is click-on the underlined names and you should go to their websites. Hopefully " Virtual Taunton" will be nearly as good as the real thing. Eateries are in Red

For errors or changes please contact us on: 0870 199 3871 or email info@wessex.me.uk

Bridge Street & North Street

North End

Taunton Funeral Service 55
Ware & Co (Estate Agent) 53
Optometrists (contact lens centre) 51
Spectrum (office equipment) 49
Bridge St Dental Centre 47
Lucky Strike (amusement arcade) 45
Paul Minty & Co (financial services) 43
Tournedos No 1 (bar & restaurant) 41
Razer (kitchens) 37-39
Taunton Aquarium Centre 35
Threshers (Off-licence) 33
Morley Veterinary Centre 31
(empty)
Taunton Fried Chicken & Pizza (Takeaway)
RM Tools 29a
The Hair Studio 27
The Playground (skateboards) 25
Coombs (key cutting) 23
Future Resources (computers) 21
Taunton Kebab & Burger Bar (Takeaway) 19
Whyman House (dental surgeon) 15
Wood St =====
Batemans Optician 11
Graffiti (Clothing) 9
Mail Boxes Etc 7
Body Language (Beauty and Health) 5
Age Concern (Charity shop) 3a
Northfield =====
Martian Records 3b
Scope (Charity shop) 3
£ Stretcher (General retailer) 1
River Tone
The Sewing Machine Centre (Haberdashery)
Wendy Syred (Clothing)
Start of North St
Debenhams (Department Store) 19-26
HSBC (Bank) 17
Leath (Jewellers) 16
Timpson (Cobbler) 15
Thomson (Travel Agent) 13-14
Jones (Shoes) 12
British Heart Foundation (Charity shop) 11
Canns (Clothing) 10
Hawkshead (Clothing) 9
Greggs (Baker) 8
Premier Employment 8
Wishes (cards) 7
London Camera Exchange (Photographic) 6
Rosebys (linen) 6
Dolland and Aitchison (Optician) 5
Bristol & West (Building Society)
Klick Photopoint 2
Dorothy Perkins (Ladies Fashions) 1
Castle Bow -----
Next (Clothing)
Accessorize (Ladies Fashions)
Monsoon (Ladies Fashions)
Virgin Megastore (Music and Video)
02 (Phones)
Vodafone (Phones)
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Biddys Burger Bar
National Missing Persons Charity
Wonton House (Vietnamese & Chinese restaurant)
Art to Art (ceramics & crafts)
Brian & Terry's Barber Shop
Express (pawnbrokers)
Running Forever
68 Sarah Hodge (hairdresser)
66 Taunton Stamp Shop
64 RSPCA (Charity shop)
62 Charlie G (Army & Navy store)
60 Rockers Live (bar)
58 Antiques Centre
56 Shauls (Baker)
54 Mike Manning Audio
52 JC Kingston (model railways)
50 Buds & Blooms (Florist)
48 Cats Protection (Charity shop)
46 Austen Barton (Estate Agent)
44 Affinity for Hair (hairdresser)
42 The Cloth Shop (Haberdashery)
40 Warm Welcome (fireplaces)
36 Black Horse (pub)
34 Relate (Charity shop)
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30 The Coal Orchard (pub)
28 Pathways (Bookshop)
24-26 Westside Music Centre
22 Stanley Racing (Betting shop)
20 Pizza Express (Restaurant)
18 Wowdancer & Wowbride (dancing & bridal)
(empty)
St Margaret's Somerset Hospice
Tony Pryce Sports
4 Dellers Wharf (nightclub)
River Tone
Yule Brown (Estate Agent)
Dave Criddle Travel
The Olive Tree (deli & coffee shop)
Kim Tolman (tailor)
Showerings (Jewellers)
Sassi Holford (bridal shop)
Oxfam (Charity shop)
Jessops (Photographic)
===== St James St
Start of North St
27 Wimpy (Café)
28 La Bella (boutique)
29 Deane Garden Shop
30 pdsa (Charity shop)
31 Poundland (General retailer)
32 The Wearhouse (Outdoor clothing)
[North St Congregational Church]
33 Thomas Cook (Travel Agent)
34 Cheltenham & Gloucester (Building Society)
36 Shoe Zone (Shoes)
37 Stop Press (Newsagent)
38 Post Office
39 Moss (Menswear)
40-44 BHS (Department Store)
46 Barclays (Bank)
47 Game Station
48 Top Shop (Ladies Fashions)
49 NatWest (Bank)
50 Shaw Marsden (Solicitors)
51 Ladbrokes (bookmakers)
52-53 The County Stores (wines, butcher, deli)
54 Etam (Ladies Fashions)
56 River Island (Clothing)
Lloyds TSB (Bank)
Whittard (teas & coffees)
===== Hammet St

South End

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Brittannia (Building Society)
Thomas Cook (Travel Agent)
Jane Armour Trading (stationery & gifts)
Going Places (Travel Agent)
Studio Café
The Woolwich(Building Society) 68-69
Bosun's Hair, Nails & Beauty 67
Cards & Things 66
Boots the Chemist 64-65
Burger King 62-63
Café Mamba 61
The Body Shop 60
Iceland (Supermarket) 59
Julian Graves (snacks & food products) 57-58
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Yates (bar) 54-56
Connells (Estate Agent) 53
Haart of Taunton (Estate Agent) 51-52
Gibbins Richards (Estate Agent) 50
Snackers (Takeaway) 49
Your Move (Estate Agent) 48
Henrys (bar & restaurant) 47
The Mortgage Shop (Estate Agent) 45
Dragonfly (gifts) 44
Wolton (chartered surveyors) 43
Tamlyn & Sloman (Estate Agent) 43
Webbers Property Services 42
HQ (hair & beauty) 39
Espresso (coffee shop) 38
Lady Jayne (hairdressers) 37
Jonathan Rhind Architects 34
La Bonne Vie (bistro) 33a
Trademark (hair & nails) 33
Cheque King (cheques cashed) 32

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1 Hour Film Developer
2-4 Laura Ashley
5 Country Casuals (Ladies Fashions)
6 Past Times(gifts)
7-8 Peter Briggs (Shoes)
9-13 Hatchers (Department Store)
14 Allder King Countrywide (& Bradford & Bingley)
15-16 Que Pasa (Bar)
Todd at the Warehouse
17 Eden (Florist)
17 Westaff (employment agency)
18 Taunton Toys
18 (First Floor) SMS Agencies (Recruitment)
19 British Red Cross
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21-22 Walmsley (furniture)
23 Arditti Carpets
Connexions
Hot Heads (Recruitment)
Taunton Times (local newspaper)

South End

Corporation St, Fore St & East St

West End

The Old Library
Taunton Health Shop (Health food)
Swinton Insurance
Adecco (Recruitment)
   Beneficial Finance
MG Welch (Jewellers)
Watson & Smith (Optician)
Portman Building Society
Cafe Nero (Coffee House)
Haydn Welch (Jewellers)
Dr China
Viyella (Ladies Fashions)
Evans( Ladies Fashions)
Edinburgh Woolen Mill (ladies Clothing)
   Starbucks ( Coffee House)
   Royal Bank Of Scotland (RBS)
Alliance & Leicester (Building Society)
[Old Market Centre]
Vision Express (Optician)
Ernest Jones (Jewellers)
Abbey (Bank)
Paul St =====
Skipton Building Society/
02 Phones
Fat Face (Clothing)
Orange (Phones)
Waterstones (Bookshop)
Marks & Spencer The County
Halifax Building Society 64a
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Littlewoods
QS (Clothing) 61
Yorkshire Building Society60
KFC 59
McDonalds 57-58
Vacant 56
   Costa Coffee 55
[County Walk]
JAG (Phones) [-
Hair Associates [-
Big 'H' (Pet shop) [-
The Computer Shop [-
Factory Fabrics (Haberdashery) [-
Sainsburys [-
Blockbuster Video (video rental) [-
Peacocks (Clothing) [-
Mobile Phone Centre (Phones) [-
Subway(Cafe) 54
Palmer Snell (Estate Agents) 53
Fox & Sons (Estate Agents))
Bradleys (Estate Agent) 49-50
Remedies Bar 48
Shout (bar) 43-45
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Clinton Cards
Bay Trading (Clothing)
Bon Marche (Clothing)
Phones 4 U (Phones)
Ann Summers (Erotic Wear)
Optika (Optician)
Woolworths
Game (video games)
WH Smith
1-1a Moben, Sharps & Dolphin
(kitchens, bedrooms, bathrooms)
2-3 Shoe Express (Shoes)
4 d2 Jeans (Clothing)
5-6 Birthdays (cards & Gifts)
7-8 Animal Store (Clothing)
9 Nationwide Building Society
10 H Samuel (Jewellers)
11 Birmingham Midshires Building Society
12 The Officers Club (Clothing)
13-14 Bastins (staionery & gifts)
15 MVC (Music and Video)
16 Specsavers (Optician)
17 Treds (Shoes)
18 S&A Linens (Haberdashery)
19 Sports Soccer Store (Clothing)
20 Millets (Outdoor Clothing & Accesories)
21 Carphone Warehouse
22-23 The Perkin Warbeck (Bar)
27-30a Primark (Clothing)
32-33 Argos
34 The Georgian (amusement arcade)
35 Army Careers (Recruitment)
(vacant)
39 Melodies (nightclub)
40 Taunton Studio Gallery (arts & gifts)
41 Avant Garde Conservatories
42 Rooster Records
Chinese Healthcare & Acupuncture
43-45 Life Bar Café
The Mortgage Clinic (Financial Services)
Avanti (hairdresser)
Bredons (sewing machines & fabrics)
Ciao Roma (Italian restaurant)
Cash Converters
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East End

Old Market Centre

Hatchers (Department Store) 1
Oswald Bailey (Camping Gear) 2
Piazza (Coffee house) 2
G David & Sons (Butcher) 3
Card Warehouse 4
Holland & Barrett (Health food) 5
Ponden Mill (soft furnishings) 6
Stead & Simpson (Shoes) 7
Oswald Bailey (Outdoor equipment) 8
Pilot (Ladies Fashions) 9
New Look (Ladies Fashions) 10-12
JJB Sports 13-14
Abbey (Bank) 15
Optical Express (Optician) 16
Early Learning Centre (ELC) 17
First Choice (Travel Agent) 18
Claire's Accessories 19

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21 Thorntons Chocolates
22 Barratts (Shoes)
23 Wipeout (Fashions)
24 Clinton Cards
25 Animal (Clothing)
26 Wavegames (surfboards & clothing)
27 Art (frames & posters)
28 Harvey World Travel (Travel Agent)
29 Greggs (Baker)
30 Silverscene (silver jewellery)
31 Jeanne Schubert (china, glass & gifts)
32 Kemps (Jewellers)
33 Warrens (Baker)
34 The Conservatory (coffee, tea, ice-cream)
35 Stationary Box

South End

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VICTOR'S GROUSE
CAVEAT EMPTOR WHEN BUYING MOBILE PHONES IN TAUNTON

Down here in delightful Taunton we have recently been doing a survey on the local mobile phone shops and unearthed some amazing but disturbing facts:

The Carphone Warehouse

Call Now: 0870 168 2419

21 East Street Taunton, Somerset, TA1 3LP

The Carphone Warehouse. is Europe's leading independent retailer of mobile phones and services, with over 2,000 stores in 10 countries. Over the past 5 years, The Carphone Warehouse has built up a significant Telecoms business, which already contributes half of the Group's revenue and is set to be a major driver of future profitable growth. Mobile phone retailers offer lots of different services and guarantees and it is vital that you shop around for the best deal tailored to your individual needs. To ensure best customer service, The Carphone Warehouse offers various guarantees to all its customers.
However this shop has a group of ladies serving who give you erroneous information. Our reporter spoke to the Carphone Warehouse on the phone to obtain the facts. Then on visiting this shop found that, after waiting for a long time in a queue that the ladies, could not be bothered to assist properly, gave completely different information. On at least two instances the staff were rude and have failed to give the type of service that we have found in other Carphone Warehouse stores.

Further the Car Phone Warehouse for some reason of their own are biased against cash customers- they state that they are only following a Government Directive! . If you buy a Pay As You Go Phone they require £20 of units minimum to be sold for cash but only £10 if you pay by card!. Why? Is it so that they can pester you with further offers etc if they get your card details. They sell unlocked phones

Luckily there are other telephone shops in Taunton who give good polite service:

Orange (Phones)
East Street - One of the more helpful of the local shops- but a pity that they only sell locked phones. Unfortunately my long term number was turned off for some reason only known to themselves and I had to go in to get a new number.

East Street - Phones 4 U (Phones) The assistant was most helpful but also explained that, like Car Phone, warehouse if you buy a Pay As You Go Phone they require £20 of units minimum to be sold for cash but only £10 if you pay by card!. They stated that this was on instruction of the telephone line providers.

County Walk.JAG (Phones) Helpful and they sell unlocked phones.

North Street.Virgin Megastore Helpful but only sell locked phones to Virgin

North Street Vodafone. The staff are helpful but Company procedures are inflexible. Having recently changed a Direct Debit from one bank to another I had my phone disconnected because of their own error. I spent hours on the phone trying to get it rectified. They ,again, only wanted a card used. This I will not be forced into using. So I went to the Shop & tried to pay in cash- but guess what they have no facilities to accept cash for a phone bill. Inflexible & stupid.

02 are in North Street & 3 are in East Street.

This bias against people paying by cash is an insult to Customers and may well be incontravention of the Restrictive Trade Practices Act as there is obviously some sort of cartel creating this problem, which is just another way of price fixing against Cash payers. It is also an extra example of prejudice against those people who can not get banking facilities. However Cash Converters in East Street do sell Debit Mastercards and do unlock telephones! If not get a card online from:

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Other Services in Taunton

Dentists

Canon Street Dental Centre
Kingston Road Dental Practice
Lyngford Park Dental Surgery
Linden House Dental Practice
Bridge Street Dental Centre

Doctors

College Way Surgery

Blackbrook Surgery

French Weir Health Centre

Victoria Gate Surgery

St James Medical Centre

Vetinary Services

The County Veternary Clinic, 137 Kingston Road, Taunton, TA2 7SR

Tel: 01823 326222 Fax: 01823 352339 Contact Person: Mr Daniel Holden

Type of practice: small animal Practice Website:
http://www.countyvetclinic.co.uk

Taxis

Deane Taxis
Ace Taxis
Port Runners Ltd
A A A Cars
Keith's Taxis
Galmington Taxis

Schools

King's College
Taunton School
Taunton Preparatory School
Queen's College Junior School
King's Hall
Queen's College
Richard Huish College
Somerset College

Hestercombe House, Cheddon Fitzpaine, Taunton. TA2 8LQ

Tel: 01823 364500 Fax: 01823 413030

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TAUNTON POLICE STATION

Upper High Street, Shuttern, Taunton TA1 3QA
Tel: 0845 4567000
Front enquiry office
8am to 8pm, seven days a week

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TAUNTON MEDICAL Contacts

Taunton & Somerset NHS Trust Musgrove Park Hospital Taunton, Somerset, TA1 5DA Tel. 01823 33	National Health Service Creetown House Albemarle Road Taunton Somerset TA1 1BG Tel: 01823 327078	Somerset Nuffield Hospital Staplegrove Elm Taunton Somerset TA2 6AN Tel: 01823 2869
Staplegrove Anaesthetic Group Somerset Nuffield Hospital Staplegrove Elm , Taunton Somerset TA2 6AN Tel: 01823 661606	Taunton Dialysis Centre Deane Gate Avenue Taunton Somerset TA1 2UH Tel: 01823 444485	Pyrland House Cheddon Road Taunton Somerset TA2 7AU Tel: 01823 331578

CHEMISTS IN TAUNTON

Moss Pharmacy	1 Coopers Mill, Norton Fitzwarren, Taunton, Somerset, TA2 6NX	Telephone: 01823-354861
E Moss Ltd	2 The Courtyard, St James Street, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 1JR	Telephone: 01823-251683
Lydeard Care Ltd	Mtn Street, Bishops Lydeard, Taunton, Somerset, TA4 3LH	Telephone: 01823-430201
Moss Chemists	French Weir Avenue, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 1NW	Telephone: 01823-284009
Moss Chemists	The Comeytrowe Centre, Pitts Close, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 4TN	Telephone: 01823-256056
Lloyds Pharmacy Ltd	4 Fore Street, Williton, Taunton, Somerset, TA4 4PX	Telephone: 01984-632512
Moss Pharmacy	2 Comeytrowe Centre, Pitts Close Galmington, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 4TY	Telephone: 01823-256056
Moss Pharmacy	Crown Medical Ctr, Taunton, Somerset, TA2 8QY	Telephone: 01823-337888
Boots	64-65 High Street, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 3PT	Telephone: 01823 276061
Superdrug Stores Plc	Pharmacy, 1-10 Paul Street, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 3PF	Telephone: 01823-322753
Co-Op Pharmacy	5 Priorswood Place, Eastwick Road, Taunton, Somerset, TA2 7JW	Telephone: 01823-331564

TAUNTON COUNTY CRICKET GROUND

Somerset County Cricket Club

Somerset County Cricket Club was first formed in August 1875, following a cricket match at Sidmouth between the Gentlemen of Somerset and their Devon hosts, in which the visitors were successful. Originally the idea of those who had formed the County Club was not to have a home ground, but to take their matches to different grounds around Somerset. When the team played in Taunton they chose Fullands School as the venue, which at the time was one of the best in the region.

The Somerset team remained nomadic until 1881, when Taunton Athletic Club opened a sports centre on the Priory Fields next door to the River Tone, which soon became the home to the County Club.Somerset played their first 'home' match during 1882 and during that year one of the teams to pay a visit were the Australian tourists.Initially Somerset did not enjoy first class status, but after winning the 'second-class championship' in 1890 first class status followed in 1891 and since then the Club has enjoyed a long and colourful history, with many ups and downs, both on and off the pitch.

Whatever the fortunes of the team on the field the Club has remained at it's County Ground home, which it has owned since it was first acquired by the then secretary Henr y Murray-Anderdon, just before the start of the 20th Century.Down the years Somerset has had many colourful and influential characters playing for them including Lionel Palairet, Sammy Woods, Jack White, Arthur Wellard and Harold Gimblett, who all left their mark on the Club before the 2nd World War. However it was not until the late 1970's and early 1980's that Somerset won it's first trophy, but when it did the Club enjoyed a golden era winning five competitions in as many years.

The young side that had been brought together under the watchful eye of Brian Close included Ian Botham, Viv Richards and Joel Garner who were Captained by Brian Rose, who is now the Director of Cricket at the Club.Following the 'Glory Years' the Club's loyal supporters had to wait a further 18 years before they enjoyed the sweet taste of success again, which they did in 2001 when they lifted the Cheltenham and Gloucester Trophy. Further success followed four years later with winning the Twenty20 Cup and now with a young team full of exciting talent, the Club that was formed in Devon 131 years ago, looks to be on the verge of another golden era and will be bidding to win the one trophy that has eluded them up until now - the coveted County Championship

The County Ground,
St James Street,
Taunton, TA1 1JT

SOMERSET CCC
CRICKET CLICK

Matchdays
Pay at the turnstile (cash only).
Please note that some matches may be sold out in advance i.e. Tourist / Twenty20, please check by telephoning the Club Office on 0845 337 1875.

Non-Matchdays
Call the ticket hotline on 0845 337 1875 or visit the Club Office in the Colin Atkinson Pavilion during normal working hours. Tickets can also be collected before the day of the match from the ticket office, open 9am-5pm Monday to Friday, or from the Sir Vivian Richards Gates on Priory Bridge Road from the gate opening time.

Online
Visit our online ticket shop, which is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week,.
Email:
somerset@ecb.co.uk

Tel: 01823 272946
Fax: 01823 332395

Sir Ian Botham

Sir Vivian Richards

Wessex.me.uk was delighted when the great Ian ‘Beefy’ Botham was awarded a knighthood by the Queen. Beefy, who has raised more than £10m for leukaemia charities (and in doing so helped to increase the survival rate of sufferers), is a true sporting hero who still stood out in an era when the best sporting stars married their talents with immense personality.

On the field there was no-one better than Beefy, he played 102 Tests for England in a career that lasted from 1974 to 1993, took 383 wickets (which remains an English record) and scored 5,200 runs. He was the fastest person (in terms of matches) to reach the landmarks of 1000 runs and 100 wickets, 2000 / 200 and 3000 / 300. He was the first person to achieve 300 wickets and 5000 runs, plus he was the first person to get over 10 wickets and 100 runs in a test match. He scored a century and took 5 wickets in an innings on 5 occasions, a feat no-one else has achieved more than twice. A former Wisden Cricketer of the year, he received a Lifetime Achievement Award at the BBC Sport Personality of the Year Awards in 2004 and was appointed an OBE in 1992.

Being controversial only added to his appeal. Whereas today a sportsman’s lifestyle is geared 110% towards enhancing onfield performance, Botham’s exploits are the stuff of legend. In 1986 he was briefly banned from cricket for smoking cannabis, an extramarital affair prompted a public apology to his wife, he was arrested in Australia for assault (later to be bailed by Dennis Lillee and a six-pack of beer), he held lavish parties, ate rather too well (prompting accusations of being overweight, for shame), said he’d like to send his mother-in-law to Lahore, was a legendary drinker, sledged the fielders…. you could go on for days. Oh, and he is now the face of British Beef!

The Keele Reefer Association, will dedicate its match against Ottery St Mary on July 31 to the (playing) life and times of the great Sir Beefy, the most flamboyant and influential all-rounder ever to take the field. We salute you Sir!

In the latest edition of the cricketing bible Wisden, Sir Vivian Richards was voted one of the five greatest cricketers of the 20th century.

In the words of no lesser judge than Ian Botham, "There has never been a better player".

Whatever the nature of any specific accolade, there can be no doubt that during a test match career running between 1974 and 1991, Viv Richards proved himself one of the most accomplished, exciting and destructive batsmen that the world stage has ever seen. This autobiography, written with journalist Bob Harris, tells the story from Viv's point of view, and is pretty much what cricket fans would expect from the man who was no stranger to controversy on a number of occasions during his playing days. Richards' career in cricket is fully covered from its inception until his failure to secure appointment as coach of the West Indies side to tour England in 2000.

Playing days in England for Somerset and Glamorgan are recalled, alongside many memorable matches for the West Indies, and opinions on opponents and team-mates from around the world. Viv's great mate Botham of course features heavily, the former looking back on the special relationship they clearly had both off an on the field, where they enjoyed many a good battle. And Richards, it seems, loves nothing more than a battle.

This combative nature, along with fierce determination, allied to loyalty to friends and his beloved Antigua, and the Caribbean in general, shine through as the key themes in his success. Flavoured with a sense of humour, these characteristics ensure that Viv's story is as entertaining as the batting with which he thrilled crowds around the world. --Trevor Crowe

TAUNTON'S GROUND IS BEING REBUILT

The first phase of the redevelopment will provide excellent new facilities for the cricket club and for Taunton, and is being spearheaded by Pegasus Retirement Homes Plc.

There will be 65 luxury apartments for the over 55s, many with views over the cricket ground. Additionally there will be a new public space for the people of Taunton between the CountyGround, the Brewhouse Theatre and the River Tone which will be fronted by a restaurant and shops. The cricket club will benefit from 3 new spectator stands capable of seating nearly 3,000 spectators as well as a new scoreboard and facilities for ground staff. The spectator stands are due for completion in mid August, with the apartments due for completion in March 2009.

SOMERSET FIXTURES 2008

FIRST DAY	LAST DAY	COMP	OPPONENT	VENUE
Wed 4 Apr	Thur 5 Apr	Friendly	Worcestershire CCC	Taunton
Sun 8 Apr	-	Friendly	Devon CC	Taunton
Wed 11 Apr	-	Friendly	Cornwall CC	Taunton
Thur 12 Apr	-	Friendly	Gloucestershire CCC	Bristol
Sat 14 Apr	Mon 16 Apr	UCCE	Loughborough UCCE	Taunton
Wed 18 Apr	Sat 21 Apr	LVCC 2	Middlesex CCC	Taunton
Sun 22 Apr	-	FP Trophy	Glamorgan CCC	Taunton
Wed 25 Apr	Sat 28 Apr	LVCC 2	Leicestershire CCC	Grace Road
Sun 29 Apr	-	FP Trophy	Sussex CCC	Taunton (Live Sky TV)
Wed 2 May	Sat 5 May	LVCC 2	Derbyshire CCC	Taunton
Sun 6 May	-	FP Trophy	Ireland	Taunton
Tue 8 May	Fri 11 May	LVCC 2	Northants Cricket	Northampton
Sat 12 May	Mon 14 May	Tourist	West Indies	Taunton
Fri 18 May	-	FP Trophy	Hampshire CCC (Floodlit)	Rose Bowl
Sun 20 May	-	FP Trophy	Gloucestershire CCC	Bristol
Wed 23 May	Sat 26 May	LVCC 2	Gloucestershire CCC	Taunton
Sun 27 May	-	FP Trophy	Kent CCC	Taunton
Wed 30 May	Sat 2 Jun	LVCC 2	Middlesex CCC	Lord's
Sun 3 Jun	-	FP Trophy	Middlesex CCC	Lord's
Wed 6 Jun	Sat 9 Jun	LVCC 2	Leicestershire CCC	Taunton
Sun 10 Jun	-	FP Trophy	Surrey CCC	Bath
Wed 13 Jun	-	FP Trophy	Essex CCC	Chelmsford
Fri 15 Jun	Mon 18 Jun	LVCC 2	Gloucestershire CCC	Bristol
Wed 20 Jun	-	FP Trophy	Semi - Finals	-

Fri 22 Jun	-	Twenty20	Warwickshire CCC	Edgbaston
Sat 23 Jun	-	Women's County	SUPER 4's	Taunton
Sun 24 Jun	-	Twenty20	Northants Cricket	Taunton
Sun 24 Jun	-	Women's Twenty20	Club Challenge (After 1st XI Match)	Taunton
Tue 26 Jun	-	Twenty20	Glamorgan CCC (Floodlit)	Cardiff
Wed 27 Jun	-	Twenty20	Gloucestershire CCC	Taunton
Fri 29 Jun	-	Twenty20	Glamorgan CCC	Taunton
Tue 3 Jul	-	Twenty20	Worcestershire CCC	Taunton
Wed 4 Jul	-	Twenty20	Gloucestershire CCC	Bristol
Fri 6 Jul	-	Twenty20	Northants Cricket	Northampton
Fri 13 Jul	Mon 16 Jul	LVCC 2	Northants Cricket	Taunton
Tue 17 Jul	-	Twenty20	Quarter - Finals	-
Wed 18 Jul	-	Twenty20	Quarter - Finals	-
Fri 20 Jul	Mon 23 Jul	LVCC 2	Essex CCC	Taunton
Tue 24 Jul	Thu 26 Jul	WLVCC	Women's County Championships (Various Grounds)	Taunton
Thu 26 Jul	-	WLVCC	Women's County Championship Final	Taunton
Wed 25 Jul	Sat 28 Jul	LVCC 2	Derbyshire CCC	Chesterfield
Sun 29 Jul	-	PRO40	Yorkshire CCC	Scarborough
Wed 1 Aug	-	T20 Festival	Devon CCC	Exmouth
Thu 2 Aug	-	T20 Festival	Cornwall CCC	Truro
Sat 4 Aug	-	Twenty20	Finals Day	Edgbaston
Sun 5 Aug	-	PRO40	Derbyshire CCC	Taunton
Fri 10 Aug	-	England Women	Twenty20 Friendly Tournament SA and NZ	Taunton
Wed 8 Aug	Sat 11 Aug	LVCC 2	Nottinghamshire CCC	Trent Bridge

Sun 12 Aug	-	PRO40	Glamorgan CCC	Colwyn Bay
Tue 14 Aug	Fri 17 Aug	LVCC 2	Glamorgan CCC	Cardiff
Thu 16 Aug	-	England Women Twenty20	International Twenty 20 V New Zealand	Taunton
Fri 17 Aug	-	England Women	1st ODI v New Zealand	Taunton
Sat 18 Aug	-	FP Trophy	Final	Lord's
Thu 23 Aug	-	PRO40	Durham CCC	Taunton
Mon 27 Aug	-	PRO40	Kent CCC	Canterbury
Tue 28 Aug	-	PRO40	Leicestershire (Floodlit and onSkyTV)	Taunton
Thu 30 Aug	Sun 2 Sept	LVCC 2	Glamorgan CCC	Taunton
Wed 5 Sept	Sat 8 Sept	LVCC 2	Essex CCC	Chelmsford
Sat 8 Sept	-	Women's County	National U13 and U15 Finals	Taunton
Sun 9 Sept	-	Women's County	Premier League Final	Taunton
Tue11 Sept	-	PRO40	Surrey CCC (Floodlit and on SkyTV)	The Brit Oval
Sat 15 Sept	-	PRO40	Middlesex CCC	Taunton
Wed 19 Sept	Sat 22 Sept	LVCC 2	Nottinghamshire CCC	Taunton
Sun 23 Sept	-	PRO40	Divisional Play Off	-

TAUNTON GOLF CLUBS

Oake Manor,
Oake, Taunton, TA4 1BA

Taunton & Pickeridge,
Corfe, Taunton, TA3 7BY

Taunton Vale,
Creech Heathfield, Taunton, TA3 5EY

Vivary,
Vivary Park, Taunton,
TA1 3JW

Transport
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Park and Ride Taunton Flyer
Silk Mills to Taunton Town Centre

Travel in style from Silk Mills straight into the heart of the town. Buses go every six minutes in the rush hour and every 10-12 throughout the day, Monday to Saturday. Musgrove Flyer every 20-30 minutes throughout the day. For visitors to Musgrove Park Hospital we now operate a dedicated Musgrove Flyer bus every 20 minutes off peak and half hourly during rush hour, Monday to Friday and stops right outside the Queens building. Taunton Flyer - every six minutes in the rush hour and every 10-12 throughout the day. Musgrove Flyer - every 20-30 minutes throughout the day

Just £1.50 and free parking.

Reducing town centre traffic, providing a convenient car parking location with a reliable and high quality bus service is the aim of the new Park and Ride facility at Silk Mills. For up to the minute information - Link to the Taunton Flyer Internet Site www.tauntonflyer.co.uk .The Taunton Flyer provides easy access into the heart of Somerset's County Town. It's easy to use, just park your car and board the bus, for your short 10 min flight into Taunton Town Centre. Pay the driver as you board and enjoy the benefits - low cost, quick journey times, less stress, reduced pollution and congestion.

A DEMAND-responsive service, promoted as Slinky Bus,
has been launched in Somerset.

The SLINKY Bus service is a door to door pre booked demand responsive transport (DRT). It is available for those who can not access public transport, where public transport is not available and for those without their own transport.

Service Available: Monday - Saturday (excluding Public Holidays) From: 6am to 11pm (from 7am on Saturdays) For Bookings call: 0844 800 9646
Booking lines open: Mon - Fri 9am-5pm, Saturday 9am-12noon

Parish areas covered:

Zone A - Wellington, Wellington Without, Sampford Arundel
Zone B - West Buckland
Zone C - Taunton, Bradford on Tone, Bishop's Hull, Norton Fitzwarren, Staplegrove, Trull
Zone D - Kingston St Mary, Ruishton, Thornfalcon, Creech St Michael, Durston
Zone E - North Curry
Zone F - Burrowbridge, Stoke St Gregory

Single    Return    Zone
£3.00    £5.00    A - C (or C - A)
£3.00    £5.00     B - A/C
£2.00    £3.00     D - C
£2.50    £4.00    E - C
£3.00    £4.50    F - C
£2.00    £3.00    Other zone to zone
£1.00    £2.00    Within one zone

for London to & from Taunton.

www.berrys
coaches.co.uk

Cornishway West, New Wellington Road, Taunton, TA1 5NA

Tel : 01823 331356
Fax : 01823 331356

info@berryscoaches.co.uk

Bristol International
Airport
www.bristol
airport.co.uk

FROM NORTH M5 Leave the M5 at junction 18 (signposted A4 Bristol & Airport). Take the A4 towards Bristol following signs for the airport. Go past Bristol City Football ground and connect with the A38 towards Taunton, the airport is situated 8 miles South of Bristol on the A38.

Tel : 0870 121 2747

FROM SOUTH M5 Leave the M5 at Junction 22, at roundabout take 3rd exit signposted A38. At East Brent roundabout joining the A370 take 2nd exit signposted A38 & airport. Continue on this road for approx 11 miles, airport is on the left.

Poole to Cherbourg
Plymouth to Roscoff & Santander
www.brittany-
ferries.co.uk

From Poole or Plymouth

Tel : 08705 360 360

COOKS COACHES

Over 50 coaches and buses run from four sites at Wellington, Honiton, Chard and Exeter.
http://www.cookscoaches-
somerset.co.uk/

Victor House, Greenham Business Park, Wellington, Somerset TA21 0LR
landylines@aol.com

Tel: 01823 672247

25 new low-floor entry "Solo" Mercedes single deck buses operate in the Cooks Coaches fleet. They run on Park & Ride routes in Taunton and Exeter, on routes 51 Taunton - Stoke St Gregory, 9 Wellington - Wiveliscombe, 343 Tiverton Town, 367 Honiton Town, 20 Taunton - Seaton and 382 Sidmouth - Whimple.

Weymouth to St.Malo & Channel Islands
www.condor
ferries.co.uk

Ferry Terminal, The Quay, Weymouth, Dorset

Tel : 0845 345 2000

www.eclipse.co.uk/
exeterair

Exeter International Airport is situated off the A30, five miles from the City of Exeter. From the M5 motorway junction 29, travel 1 mile eastbound on the A30.

Tel : 01392 367433

Taunton Station
Paddington(London) to Plymouth Line
www.firstgreat
western.co.uk

Po.Box 313,
Plymouth,
PL4 6YD

Tel Bookings:
08457 000 125
Tel : Enquiries:
08457 48 49 50
Fax : 0845 600 8363

customer.relations@
firstgroup.com

First Southern National
Bus Company
run buses in Somerset and Dorset
www.firstsouthern
national.
co.uk

Taunton Bus Station
Tower Street, Taunton

Tel : 01823 272033

Coaches to & fromTaunton

www.gobycoach.com

4 Vicarage Road, Edgbaston, Birmingham B15 3ES
To & From Taunton Bus Station
Tower Street, Taunton

Tel : 0870 580 8080

National Rail Enquiries

Tel : 08457 48 49 50

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WESSEX MERCHANDISE

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MR MONKEY VISITS TAUNTON

Mr Monkey in Taunton May 2004 - Mr Monkey spends a night and a day in Taunton Click here for The Mr Monkey Web Pages Miss Carol had a presentation to do in Taunton, and, as neither Mr Monkey or Mr Rik had been to Taunton, they decided to go too, so she'd have someone to talk to on the train. Follow the links on the images below for more details of Mr Monkey's trip. *Copyright Rik Shepherd and Mr Monkey.*

Thursday Mr Monkey caught a train from Stockport, changed at Birmingham New Street, and, eventually, arrived at Taunton station.	From the station he took a taxi to the Corner House Hotel, which turned out to be on a corner. Mr Monkey's room had a fine view of a road.	After Mr Monkey's humans had a fine meal, he took them for a walk around Taunton in the dark.	He scampered along North Street, until he found a bridge, which is called, on the maps, The Bridge. Under the bridge is the River Tone, which is very dark at night.

After he'd walked around Taunton some more, he trotted down Hammett Street, which has a floodlit pillar at the end.	Eventually he got tired, and went back to the Corner House Hotel.	Friday After Miss Carol went off in a taxi to do her presentation, Mr Monkey walked off to see what Taunton looked like by daylight.	After leaving the hotel, he went to investigate the County Hall, but decided not to go inside.

Mr Monkey was trying to find the tourist information office, but accidentally found the Vivary Park instead.	Slipping through the park gates he found this rather magnificently decorative fountain, commemerating the death of Queen Victoria.	So close to Vivary Park that you'd think they were the same place is a bit of parkland called the Wilton Lands.	Mr Monkey crossed a bridge to get to them, and enjoyed walking around by a small lake.

Leaving the park, Mr Monkey scampered back into the middle of the town, admiring the buildings as he went.	He looked both ways carefully before crossing the roads.	Mr Monkey decided to visit the Somerset County Museum, in Taunton Castle. The castle was started around 1138; for several centuries people added bits to it.Then they decided they didn't need castles any more, knocked bits of it down	(Charles II was especially annoyed because Parliamentarians held the castle throughout most of the Civil War) , let bits fall over, and built a hotel around the gatehouse. All that's really left of the castle now is the inner bailey.

They've got a variety of things in the museum. In the main museum Mr Monkey found lots of ceramics, and some horse brasses, and some bits left over from the Battle of Sedgemoor, and the shoes of a blind giant	In a side room he found a collection of steam engines that were used to power agricultural machinery.	In a gallery about archeological finds in Somerset, Mr Monkey found a Roman mosaic which someone had fixed to a wall, and a reconstruction of a prehistoric grave.	They've also got a heap of 9238 coins that a Roman buried and forgot about, and bits of Bronze Age pathway from the Somerset Levels.

Taunton was founded by a charter in 904, which was 1100 years ago, so they're having a special Taunton 1100 celebration.	The County museum has a special exhibition about the history of Taunton from prehistoric times to the 19th century. You can tell it's a special exhibition because they've been able to borrow the Codex Wintoniensis^* from the British Library.	Outside the castle, Mr Monkey found a sword stuck in a stone. There didn't seem to be any explanation for it, but it's probably something to do with King Arthur.	Mr Monkey didn't try pulling the sword out of the stone, in case someone made him king of somewhere, but ran through the castle gardens, to study the outside wall of the castle.

leaving the castle gardens, Mr Monkey found the River Tone, and a place where he could see The Bridge.	He also found a little stream off the river that seemed to be controlled by a pair of sluice gates.	Mr Rik complained that he was hungry, so Mr Monkey suggested a quick visit to The Brazz, which is part of the Castle Hotel. The gateway to the left of the restaurant is the East gate of the castle, which has been sort of swallowed up by the hotel.	Wandering around Taunton, Mr Monkey noticed a sign warning that the church could take no responsiblity for anyone walking down a narrow street.

He immediately scampered down the lane, to see what the danger might be. He's such an daring monkey.	At the end of the lane, Mr Monkey found the parish church of St Mary Magdalene, which has been there since 1308.	Mr Monkey was really impressed by the tower.	Mr Monkey found his way down to the Tone, and walked along the bank, away from Taunton.

After a while he came to somewhere called the Firepool, where there's a bridge over a rather dramatic weir. Mr Monkey was crossing the bridge when he noticed a heron failing to catch its dinner.	After Mr Monkey scampered across the bridge, he paused to look back at the scary water for a moment.	Then he trotted across a second bridge, over the Bridgewater and Taunton Canal. The derelict building claims to have been a British Railways Taunton Freight Concentration Depot.	Mr Monkey nipped down from the canal bridge to inspect the canal lock,

which is where the Bridgewater and Taunton Canal opens into the River Tone.	After inspecting the canal, Mr Monkey looked at Mr Rik's watch, and found out it was time to head for home.	So he scampered up to Taunton station, and waited for his train.	The train took Mr Monkey through Bristol and up to Birmingham, where, slightly worryingly, it went into reverse.

This was obviously deliberate, because it ended up in Wolverhampton, where Mr Monkey changed for the train to Stockport, and home.