Welcome to Bishops Lydeard and Cothelstone Parish Council

Contact Information

• 07774 541060
• 07774 541060
• clerk@bishopslydeardparishcouncil.gov.uk

PO Box 1056,

TAUNTON,

Somerset,

TA1 9TD

Forthcoming Meetings

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  21 October 2026 - Society

  Report a road traffic incident or collision to the Police

  If you have witnessed or been involved in a road traffic incident or collision, you may need to report it to the Police.

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  21 October 2026 - Society

  Next Police Beat Surgery – 29th October

  Next Police Beat Surgery - 29th October 2026 - 10am-12 Midday - Bishops Lydeard Village Hall

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  14 October 2026 - Society

  E-Scooters and E-Bikes Information

  The Parish Council has received increasing concerns about e-scooters and e-bikes in the village. A Police Beat Surgery will be held on 15 October, 10am–12 noon. Residents with concerns or questions are encouraged to attend and speak directly with the police.

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  11 September 2026 - Society

  Somerset Domestic Abuse Help Service

  The Somerset Domestic Abuse Service provides free and confidential support to adults, children and young people affected by domestic abuse, including community support, counselling, recovery programmes, legal support and access to safe accommodation.

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  29 October 2026 - 17:00 to 22:00

  Notice of Election – Election of a Parish Councillor to Bishops Lydeard Parish Council – Bishops Lydeard Ward

  A councillor vacancy for the Bishops Lydeard Ward has arisen following the resignation of Carl Salter. To apply please complete the normination pack and return it by the specified date. The forms can be found under the News items on this website at: https://bishopslydeardparishcouncil.gov.uk/news/

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  29 October 2026 - 10:00 to 16:00

  Dementia Support

  Are you or is someone you care for living with dementia in Somerset? Find out how technology can support people living with dementia and those who care for them.

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  12 November 2026 - 10:00 to 12:00

  Wessex Water Community Drop-In – Wiveliscombe

  Wessex Water is holding sessions across our supply area to give customers the opportunity to speak with us face to face about anything water-related—whether it’s bills, supply, wastewater, or support for those struggling with payments. I’ll be on hand to offer advice and explain the help available.

• Upcoming Council Meetings

  See when the upcoming council meetings are so you can see local governance in action.

• Reports

  Reports of Interest including Fiveways reports from a Parish Councillor and Avon and Police Reports

• Transparency

  Find documents published by the council, including financial accounts, data policies, statutory documents and more.

• Services

  Discover the services that we provide to residents, as well as signposting to local groups, societies and local events.

• Report an Issue (Somerset Council)

  Submit issues to the relevant local authority, such as potholes, missed bin collections and more.