Merriott | |
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Location within Somerset | |
Population | 1,979 (2011)[1] |
OS grid reference | ST445125 |
District | |
Shire county | |
Region | |
Country | England |
Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
Post town | MERRIOTT |
Postcode district | TA16 |
Dialling code | 01460 |
Police | Avon and Somerset |
Fire | Devon and Somerset |
Ambulance | South Western |
UK Parliament | |
Merriott is a village and civil parish in Somerset, England, near the town of Crewkerne and 7 miles (11.3 km) west of Yeovil in the South Somerset district. The village has a population of 1,979.[1]
On Church Street, there is a well-preserved tithe barn, which is used by local organisations including the playgroup, badminton club and a Morris dancing side (Dr Turberville's Morris). The village is home to Merriott Rovers F.C. who play in the Perry Street and District League, spanning Somerset, Dorset and Devon. Also situated in Merriott is Budgens an all-purpose food store. It has one pub: the 17th century King's Head[2]
The parish boundary includes the River Parrett which is crossed by the Bow Bridge.[3] Next to it is Bow Mill House, with its attached watermill which dates from the 17th century.[4] Tail Mill was used for sail cloth manufacture.[5]