Welcome to Bawdrip
Bawdrip is an English civil parish within the unitary authority of Somerset It is on the south side of the Polden Hills about 4 miles (6.4 km) north-east of Bridgwater.
Bawdrip Parish Council has five members, supported by a Clerk, who has administrative and financial responsibility for its activities.
The Council meets monthly at the Parish Hall except for August.
Members of the public are welcome to attend all meetings. The agenda will be published approximately five days before the meeting.
The Parish Council makes every attempt to present up-to-date and accurate information.
This website is designed to serve residents, organisations, groups and local business. We hope you find it useful.
Contact Information
- Address
- 3 Meadow Park Wembdon
Bridgwater
Somerset
TA6 7QE
Forthcoming Meetings
News
Council Business
Vacancy for Parish Clerk
Our long serving Clerk Graham Jarvis has decided to retire. The Council is seeking a replacement as soon as possible
Council Business
Annual Documents 2026
The Parish Council documents for 2026 have now been published on this site as required to comply with the regulations.
Society
Litter Pick
A big thank you to everyone who came and joined in with the litter pick today seen here with their haul
Society
Bawdrip Community Garden – Volunteers Welcome
The parish council is hoping to create a community garden for everyone to enjoy at Shaws Orchard. We need a team of enthusiastic people to help bring it to life.
Events
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History Group
“ The Bridgwater Wireless Station ” and others in Somerset. An historical talk by Larry Bennett Come and learn about the development, role and decline of the Bridgwater Wireless Station and others like it in the area
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Community Café
The Bawdrip community café opens on the fourth Saturday of each month from 10 am until noon at the Parish Hall.
Quick Links
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Past Council Meetings
See the most recent full council meetings including agendas, minutes and supporting documents
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Finance
Find documents published by the council, including financial accounts.
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Policies, Documents and Plans
Find documents published by the council, including data policies, statutory documents and more.
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Services
Discover the services that we provide to residents, as well as signposting to local groups, societies and local events.
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Report an Issue (Somerset Council)
Submit issues to the relevant local authority, such as potholes, missed bin collections and more.
People
Area Information
Stats
| Population Estimate | 498 |
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| Unitary Authority | Somerset |
| Region | South West |
| Country | England |
| Postcode District | TA7 |
| Dialling Code | 01278 |
| Police Force | Avon and Somerset Police Force |
| Fire Authority | Devon & Somerset Fire and Rescue Service |
| Health Area | NHS Somerset CCG |