Built-up area in Bath and North East Somerset, England
| Coordinates: | 51.334, -2.597 |
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| OS grid ref: | ST 58 59 |
| Population: | 1,193 |
| Dialling code: | 01761 (Temple Cloud) |
Bishop Sutton is a small village in Bath and North East Somerset, tucked on the northern edge of the Mendip Hills in the heart of the Chew Valley. It sits close to Chew Valley Lake and is a short drive from both Bath and Bristol, making it popular with walkers, birdwatchers and people who commute into the cities while wanting a rural base.
The "Bishop" element of the name hints at historical links with the bishops of Bath and Wells, and today the village retains a strong community feel with local amenities and clubs alongside surrounding farmland and visitor activity. The local economy is largely residential with agriculture and outdoor leisure important to the area, and the village is often appreciated for its quiet character and easy access to countryside recreation.