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Group Visitors Via Coach, Bus or Large Vehicles

Making sure that you arrive at the right parking area for the size of your vehicle is part of making your stay hassle free and here you can find such places to park. Most reside in the outer areas of the town centre's heart but only 5 minutes away from shopping areas and places of interest. Some commercial coaches may want to drop off their passengers closer to the town centre and then park. You can find about this as well.

The one place that all large vehicles should park is at Priory Bridge Road car park opposite the Somerset County Cricket ground. It can be found on our town map by clicking here. This car park has spaces for Winnebago's, caravan's, haulage lorries and trailers. Once parked one can take a 5 minute stroll along the River Tone, which leads to the heart of the town centre, or one can take the bridge that crosses the River Tone. Just cross over to Safeway's supermarket and take the picturesque walk along the pedestrian designed river walk and cross over the river via the Tone footbridge to the Brewhouse Theatre.

If you are making your way to the Somerset County Museum at Taunton Castle you can also find coach parking at Tangier car park.

Dropping Off A Group of Passengers

There are many local bus stops throughout Taunton Town Centre but it is always recommended to use bus stops that aren't used heavily by the local bus service. These being mainly in the heart of the centre and can be found on our town map by clicking here. But do remember that these bus stops are not really designated for commercial or private short term waiting. So if you have a group of people that need to congregate for departure for longer than 15 minutes we recommend using the Priory Bridge Road car park.

 
Getting Around the Town in Four Easy Ways:

You choose the route or shops and we do the planning. Whether North, East, South or West our shopping circuits are designed to make your visit to Taunton Town Centre a fulfilling and great day out. We even guide you to the best places for that short coffee break or light lunch and ale.

So why not take a look and download a copy to print and take with you on the day. We'll look forward to your visit. click here

 

Taunton Deane Borough Council Summary Report on Taunton Town Centre in 2003:

Food Shops (includes sandwich bars and food specialists, ie. butchers, health food shops etc) shops : 33
Clothing Shops : 50
Department Stores : 13
Record/CD/Video Shops : 6

Electrical & Gas Shops : 12
Arts & Crafts  & Antiques : 16
Jewellery Shops : 11
Computer & Mobile Phone Shops : 15
Footwear & Sport Shops : 13
Photographic & Giftware shops : 18
Toys/Games/Hobby Shops : 8

And many more totalling over 400 trade & commerce outlets
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Tourist Office Contact Information
Tourist Information
The Library
Paul Street
Taunton
TA1 3XZ
Tel: 01823 336344
Fax: 01823 340308
Accom Booking Line: 0906 302 0180
Email: tauntontic@tauntondeane.gov.uk
Open: Monday - Saturday 9.30am to 5pm
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Farmers Market
On Thursday each week you have the rare delight of sampling and buying locally produced fresh food direct from the surrounding farms. Visiting the Farmers Market held in Taunton High Street is essential for all those who value fresh quality foodstuffs with local distinctiveness.
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Brochure Request
As well as the Somerset 'Pocket Guide' and attractions map, there are 5 full-colour guides, each covering a different area (or district) of Somerset. These brochures have detailed information on their district including accommodation, attractions and ideas to ensure that you have a wonderful West Country holiday.
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Christmas Shopping Hours
Enjoy a typical English winters evening with our special Christmas Shopping nights. With street entertainment, roasted chestnuts and much, much more. Bring the family, bring your mates because this year is really going to fill you with Christmas Spirit.
 

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Taunton's History
Taunton has over 1000 years of interesting and mixed history and most can be seen viewed or visited throughout the Town Centre. But before you visit why not take a look at our brief history of Taunton covering the most poignant times in Taunton's past.
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Bath Place is Special
One of the most quaint areas for specialist art and crafts, food and hobbies, is Bath Place. Situated just off the High Street this well loved part of town will make any resident or visitor return again and again. Find out why?
 

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