Links
Local Authorities
West Somerset Council
Website:
www.westsomersetonline.gov.ukSomerset County Council
Website:
www.somerset.gov.ukLocal Websites
Watchet Online
Watchet Information for residents and tourists.
Website:
www.watchetonline.co.ukUK Fossils
Watchet fossil site
Website:
www.ukfossils.co.ukAnimals at Home (Exmoor & Quantocks) Ltd
An Animal Ambulance for pet emergencies
Website:
www.exmoor.animalsathome.co.ukLocal Organisations
West Somerset Brass
West Somerset Brass is a friendly 4th section band. We undertake engagements throughout the year ranging from garden parties, marches, concerts in Blenheim Gardens and Vivary Park, through to carols leading up to Christmas. We also contest twice a year. Instruments, music and uniform all provided. New Members always welcome!
Wednesday 7.30 - 9.00pm, Castle Hall, Swain Street, Watchet.
Friday 7.30pm - 9.30pm, Methodist Schoolroom, Harbour Road, Watchet
E-mail:
nialljwatson@hotmail.co.ukWebsite:
www.westsomersetbrass.co.ukThe Salvation Army
Address:
The Salvation Army, Watchet Corps, Brendon Road, Watchet, Somerset.Tel:
01984 631542Website:
www.salvationarmy.org.uk/watchetWatchet Boat Museum
A museum dedicated to the Somerset Flatner, and other fishing, barge and river boats. Free admission.
Tel:
01984 633117Website:
www.wbm.org.ukOpening Times:
Easter to September, 2pm - 4pm (closed Mondays and Fridays).Watchet Town Band
Practice nights on Wednesday & Friday from 7:30pm. New players & learners always welcome.
Address:
Bandroom, Market Street Car Park, Watchet.Tel:
David Wilkins 01984 633538Local Businesses
The Ivy House - Bed and Breakfast
Lovely en-suite rooms, most with views of the sea or the West Somerset Steam Railway. We have comfortable beds, drinks tray and TV in all rooms and provide a great British breakfast using local free-range produce. We also provide free WiFi access, and can organise lifts for walkers. Do come and stay with us, you will be made very welcome.
Address:
3 Harbour Road, Watchet, Somerset, TA23 0AQTel:
01984 633359Website:
www.theivyhousewatchet.co.ukFarm & Cottage Holidays
Offering a wide range of self-catering accommodation throughout Somerset and the whole of the West Country all located in superb rural and coastal locations.
Many properties in and around the Watchet area such as Bay Cottage (BACOT) which is 5* property sleeping up to five people and nestling in the centre of the fishing village or Whites Farm (WCIDE) just outside the town on a working farm on the Brendon Hills.
A home-from-home experience is assured for families, with cots and highchairs provided as standard as well as all modern amenities and with over 50% of properties accepting pets, the whole family can enjoy a holiday together!
Visit our easy to use website where you can view our full collection, check availability and book securely online:
Tel:
01237 459962Website:
www.holidaycottages.co.uk/somersetAnchor Street Racing
Licenced betting shop. For information regarding deposit accounts please call during office hours.
Address:
7A Anchor Street, WatchetTel:
01984 634111Opening Times:
11am until last race Mon-Sat. 12pm until last race on Sundays.The Bell Inn
Situated a few hundred yards from the marina the Bell Inn is the oldest and longest serving pub in Watchet.
Boasting original wooden beams and a cosy fireplace it's the perfect place to relax whilst enjoying a selection of our real ales, lagers, ciders or fine wines, or if you prefer something non alcoholic a selection of soft drinks and tea and coffee are available all day.
There is a wide choice of food to cater for everybody including snacks such as nachos with sour cream or salsa or a panini or jacket potato with various fillings, or why not try our freshly battered cod or homemade chilli, and finish with our apple pie with freshly made custard.
Children are welcome in the lounge bar and have a choice of food from their own menu.
Address:
3 Market Street, Watchet, Somerset TA23 0ANTel:
01984 631279Website:
www.the-bell-inn.co.ukCeltic Dreams
Candles, oils, incense, oringinal bronzes made by Phil Turner.
Nomads Ethnic Clothes for men and women, hand made soaps, and lots more!
Address:
30 Swain Street, WatchetTel:
01984 639103E-mail:
info@celtic-dreams-watchet.co.ukWebsite:
www.celtic-dreams-watchet.co.ukCroft Holiday Cottages
The Croft is a courtyard of six cottages/bungalows situated in a quiet backwater of the harbour town of Watchet.
The Cottages and Bungalows have the use of a heated indoor swimming pool, lawned area/children's play area.
The owners, who live on site, personally supervise the cleanliness of the accommodation, pool and grounds.
Address:
Anchor Street, Watchet, Somerset TA23 0BYTel:
01984 631121Website:
www.cottageguide.co.uk/croft-cottages/The Lynda Cotton Gallery
Contemporary works representing local artists from the South West.
Permanent display of Period paintings (Constantly changing stock); a full gallery of services including restoration, conservation, research and valuations.
Period Furniture and related items.
Address:
47 Swain Street, WatchetTel:
01984 631814Website:
www.thelyndacottongallery.co.ukOpening Times:
Monday to Saturday, 10:00 until 5:30, Closed Wednesday.Roger's Furniture
Household items, furniture, bric-brac, giftware and house clearance.
Address:
29 Swain Street, Watchet, Somerset TA23 0ADTel:
01984 631006Opening Times:
Monday to Saturday, 10am until 5pmThe Star Inn
Open Fire, Beer Garden, Family Room, Home Cooked Food, Selection of Real Ales.
Address:
The Star Inn, Mill Lane, Watchet, Somerset TA23 0BZTel:
01984 631367Website:
www.star-inn.netWilkie May & Tuckwood Estate Agents
Thinking of selling, buying, or would you like a free market appraisal of your property?
Then why not call in and see Steve for a friendly informal chat about your property requirements.