Compton Bishop, Heading
The villages of Cross, New Town, Rackley, Compton Bishop and Webbington
Welcome to Compton Bishop
Nestling at the foot of the southern slopes of the Mendip Hills in Somerset, the parish of Compton Bishop comprises the settlements of Cross, Newtown, Rackley, Webbington and of course Compton Bishop itself. Compton Bishop nestles in an unspoilt area of outstanding natural beauty (National Landscape), visited by many who appreciate the beautiful breath-taking scenery. The parish has a network of more than 13 miles of well-used public footpaths, bridleways and permissive paths which provide a wonderful variety of routes with Crook Peak and Wavering Down dominating the sky-line. This area of The Mendip Hills is owned and cared for by the National Trust and provides a peaceful recreational space for all who visit.
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Somerset News Round Up- 9th October 2026
Council’s Executive approves new fairer approach to parking charges in Somerset Somerset Council sent this bulletin at 09-10-2026 07:34 PM BST 9 October 2026 | View this in your browser News roundup Featured news Council’s Executive approves new fairer approach to parking charges in Somerset Somerset Council’s Executive has given the green light to a […]
Roadworks Temporary Road Closure: ttro462959N – Turnpike Road and Bristol Road, Weare and Badgworth
Temporary Road Closure: ttro462959N – Turnpike Road and Bristol Road, Weare and Badgworth Please follow the link to view the above road closure; https://one.network/?tm=GB152504343 and the link for the Notice 2: https://api-gb.one.network/downloads/tm/1111/03-notice-2_152504343_4230319_2480326786.pdf The order becomes effective on 28th October 2026 and will remain in force for eighteen months. The works are expected to commence on […]
Parking Proposals across Somerset
Parking proposals aim to create fairer, more consistent system across Somerset Somerset Council sent this bulletin at 02-10-2026 07:25 PM BST 2 October 2026 | View this in your browser News roundup Featured news Parking proposals aim to create fairer, more consistent system across Somerset Somerset Council’s Executive will meet next week to consider proposals […]
Somerset Sorted – Waste News
Somerset recycling sites Somerset Council sent this bulletin at 06-10-2026 02:00 PM BST October 2026 | View this in your browser Sorted! Waste news Latest news Autumn and winter opening times have begun at recycling sites Recycling Sites are now open from 9am to 5pm on weekdays and from 9am to 4pm at weekends. Midweek, […]
Compton Bishop Parish defibrillators 2026
The three defibrillators are now up and running and are located at: White Hart BT box ( BS26 2EF) BT box at the end of Church Lane on Webbington rd ( BS26 2EX) Webbington Hotel to the left of the reception steps ( BS26 2HU) Cross Memorial Hall (BS26 2EL) Please take a note of […]
Oil Heating
If you have Oil Heating, there is a new phoneline for residents struggling to afford the increasing cost of oil – please share with your communities. Somerset Council is working in partnership with Citizens Advice Somerset to ensure vital support is available for those struggling with heating oil costs. From Now, a dedicated phoneline will […]
Better Bus Charter for Somerset
We need to do something about improving our buses in Somerset. Our county currently has the second lowest level of bus journeys per resident of all the counties in England and Somerset’s bus services have the very lowest level of passenger satisfaction in the country. Residents of Somerset experience this every day, whether it’s with difficulties […]
New Bus Service 48 Burnham-on Sea to Cheddar Via Cross Tuesday and Friday only
The route of the bus will be from Pier Street Burnham to Tweentown Cheddar. find more details and then scroll down for the full timetable. The route is from Queens Drive Burnham, Edithmead Roundabout, Brent Street, Burton Row, East Brent Village Hall, Rooksbridge Garage, Tarnock Garage, Lamb Inn Weare, Old Coach Road, White Hart Cross, […]
Walking in Somerset – Where would you like to walk?
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Compton Bishop Speed Watch Group
Compton Bishop Parish Council are asking for help to monitor speeding vehicles in the Parish. We would like to create a Community Speed Watch Group to monitor the situation so we can collect useful data to strengthen our case for a reduced speed limit in our Parish. We are a small team on the Council and […]
Carbon Reduction
A new grant has been launched which will help businesses save money and help save the environment. The new Carbon Reduction Grants for Business Scheme is being jointly run by Somerset’s five local authorities and will see businesses of all sizes able to apply for grants between £500 and £1,000 to help reduce their carbon […]
Cross and Compton Bishop Village Survey – Findings
Cross and Compton Bishop Village Survey – Findings Results
Police Notice
The Police is urging anyone who receives a call or message from somebody claiming to be from a trusted organisation and who suggests money should be transferred to hang up and dial 159, which connects people safely to their bank’s fraud prevention service.Please see the link below for more information on this service, which could […]
Council Tax scam by Text Message
Please be aware that Sedgemoor District Council have had reports a company who are texting messages to members of the public, stating a refund is pending for council tax. This is a scam and should be deleted. They ask residents to follow the link provided to claim their refund. The first screen asks customers to […]
Scammers are about – be aware
The Neighbourhood Watch Scheme has reported Rogue Traders operating locally in the Taunton area. The Neighbourhood Watch scheme members intervened when an elderly resident was offered services to their property for an inflated price, this was then reported back to the police. Do please remain alert for an similar activity. Previously residents are reported to have […]