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Taunton (/ ˈ t ɔː n t ən /) is the county town of Somerset, England. It is a market town and has a minster church. Its population in 2011 was 64,621. [2] Its thousand-year history includes a 10th-century monastic foundation, owned by the Bishops of Winchester, which was rebuilt as Taunton Castle by the Normans in the 12th century.
Britain Express photographer David Ross explores the historic Somerset town of Taunton, with a town history, beautiful photos, what to see, and accommodation guide.
Here’s what to do in Taunton. As befits a County Town, Taunton is steeped in history and has much to entertain our visitors, from the superb Somerset Museum in the remnants of the castle to the Cricket Ground and Racecourse.
Taunton is a bustling, forward-looking town with excellent amenities, a good selection of independent and high street shops, distinctive restaurants, cafes and attractions, and a wealth of history, all whilst being surrounded by picturesque countryside.
Top Things to Do in Taunton, Somerset: See Tripadvisor's 65,506 traveller reviews and photos of Taunton tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in October. We have reviews of the best places to see in Taunton.
Feb 15, 2022 · Being an administrative centre with a castle that dates back to the 12th century, Taunton has been the focus of many key historic events, including devastating battles in the Civil War and the famous Bloody Assizes run by the infamous Judge Jefferys.
Sep 25, 2024 · Brockton 17-year-old who leaves behind 'unborn son'. TAUNTON — The mother of a Taunton homicide suspect says her son and the victim were friends. Izzy Gendraw, the mother of suspect Kareem ...
1 day ago · NEW owners of a pub near Taunton are set to re-open and launch a completely brand new look for the beloved pub nestled in Somerset. The Ruishton Inn has undergone a makeover where new owners ...
Sep 7, 2024 · Taunton, town, Taunton Deane borough (district), administrative and historic county of Somerset, southwestern England. It lies on the River Tone and is the administrative centre for the borough.
1 day ago · Fri, Oct 4, 2024, 11:56 PM EDT · 1 min read. Another week of high school football is upon us in the Greater Taunton area. In Week 4, Bridgewater-Raynham (1-3) put up a big second-half performance ...
