Crewkerne is a small market town in Somerset, England, set in the valley of the River Axe close to the border with Dorset. It has medieval roots and a handsome parish church with a prominent tower, and the town grew through the wool and textile trades before expanding again in the 19th century with the arrival of the railway; the station still provides direct links towards London and Exeter.
Today Crewkerne combines a compact centre of independent shops, cafes and small businesses with active community groups and local events, while remaining a practical base for commuters and those exploring the surrounding rolling countryside; larger centres such as Yeovil and the south coast are within easy reach. The town’s mix of historic buildings and contemporary local life makes it a quietly attractive spot in rural Somerset.
Postcode districts covering Crewkerne
Most populated places nearby
- Taunton 16.5 miles26.6 km
- Weymouth 23.2 miles37.4 km
- Yeovil 7.6 miles12.2 km
- Bridgwater 19.3 miles31.1 km
- Dorchester 19.4 miles31.3 km
- Bridport 11 miles17.7 km
- Chard 7.3 miles11.7 km
- Chard Town 7 miles11.3 km
- Street 16.6 miles26.7 km
- Sidmouth 23.6 miles38 km
- Honiton 18.7 miles30.2 km
- Wells 23.3 miles37.5 km
Neighbouring places
- Misterton Built-up area 1.1 miles1.8 km
- West Crewkerne Parish 1.4 miles2.3 km
- Haselbury Plucknett Built-up area 1.8 miles3 km
- Merriott Built-up area 1.9 miles3 km
- North Perrott Built-up area 1.9 miles3.1 km
- Seaborough Parish 2.1 miles3.5 km
- Hinton St. George Built-up area 2.3 miles3.7 km
- South Perrott Parish 2.8 miles4.6 km
- West Chinnock Built-up area 2.8 miles4.6 km
- Mosterton Built-up area 2.8 miles4.6 km
- Wayford Parish 3 miles4.9 km
- Dinnington Parish 3 miles4.9 km
Example postcodes in Crewkerne
TA18 7LA, TA18 8BG, TA18 8JW, TA18 7HX, TA18 8AQ, TA18 7AN, TA18 7HW, TA18 7BD, TA18 8BP … See all
Transport links
- Exeter International Airport 29.1 miles46.8 km
- Bristol Airport 34.6 miles55.6 km
- Crewkerne Railway Station 1 mile1.6 km
- Yeovil Junction 8.3 miles13.3 km
Hotels near Crewkerne Ad
- The Crooked Swan 0.2 miles0.3 km
- Parrett Hotel 4 2.6 miles4.2 km
- Lanes Hotel 3 5.2 miles8.4 km
- Hollies Hotel 3 5.2 miles8.4 km
- The Ollerod 3 5.8 miles9.3 km
- The Flying Fish Stables 4 9.3 miles15 km
- Summer Lodge Country House Hotel 5 8.8 miles14.1 km
- White Hart Hotel 3 6.1 miles9.8 km
- The Lordleaze Hotel and Restaurant 3 6.9 miles11.1 km
- Shepherds Huts Ham Hill, 2 Double Beds, Bathroom, Lounge, Diner, Kitchen, Love Dogs & Cats Looking O 4.4 miles7 km
Schools in Crewkerne
- Ashlands C of E Primary School Primary
- Maiden Beech Academy Primary
- St Bartholomew's C of E Primary School Primary
- Wadham School Secondary
Local points of interest
- Cricket Saint Thomas Estate 4.9 miles7.8 km
- Forde Abbey Historic site 6 miles9.6 km
- Huish Park Stadium 6.9 miles11.1 km
- Charmouth Beach Beach 11.4 miles18.4 km
- Newenham Abbey Historic site 12.4 miles19.9 km
- Taunton Racecourse Recreation 14.6 miles23.5 km
- Clarks Village Shopping centre 17 miles27.4 km
- Chalice Well Gardens 18.3 miles29.4 km
- Dunkeswell Abbey Historic site 18.7 miles30.1 km
- Poundbury Camp Historic site 18.9 miles30.5 km
- Oaks of Avalon Archaeological site 18.9 miles30.5 km
- Halswell House Country house 19 miles30.6 km