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Taunton (/ ˈtɔːntən /) 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.
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.
May 1, 2023 · A neat and prosperous market town, Taunton has a newly regenerated and pedestrian-friendly town centre with Perpendicular Gothic churches and Georgian townhouses. Taunton Castle houses the Museum of Somerset, a trip through the history of the county with Roman mosaics and coins, while Vivary Park has lush flowerbeds and carefree ...
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Britain Express photographer David Ross explores the historic Somerset town of Taunton, with a town history, beautiful photos, what to see, and accommodation guide.
Culture, recreation, heritage, gastronomy, leisure, historic sites – all bases are covered when visiting Taunton. Whether you have a specific pursuit in mind, such as fishing, eating & drinking, shopping or cycling, or you just submit to serendipity, there is something for everyone.
Taunton’s ideal location and identity as county town of Somerset makes it perfect for exploring the wider area of Taunton Deane - everywhere from the cattle-grazed meadows of the Somerset Levels to the windswept heights of the Quantock Hills and striking Blackdowns.
