About Yeovil

Heart of the Country, Mind of a City: Regeneration Vision

Yeovil is a town in South Somerset, UK. Situated on the Somerset-Dorset border, Yeovil is the largest town in a radius of almost 30 miles.

Population
With a population approaching 45 000, Yeovil serves as a major industrial and retail centre, serving a region of almost 150 000 people.

Churches in Yeovil
There are quite a number of churches represented in Yeovil, such as the Yeovil Community Church, Anglican Churches such as St James and St John, Methodists and Baptists to name but a few.

For a more detailed list of churches in Yeovil, along with their contact details and links to their websites, please go to: Churches in Yeovil.

Transport Network
Yeovil is serviced by the A303, A30, A37 and A359 road traffic network. There are also two railway stations: Pen Mill Station, situated on the line between Bristol and Weymouth, and Yeovil Junction which is situated on the line from Clapham junction to Exeter and beyond. The nearest International Airport is Bristol International Airport.

Industries
Yeovil is known historically as a glove-making town and the local football team is still called the Glovers.

Today however, Yeovil is home to several companies with 500 employees or more. A lot of industry has developed around the needs of the Augusta Westland Helicopter company and the nearby Naval Air Base RNAS Yeovilton. Some other major employers include software company Aerosystems International and Screwfix, the online DIY store.

Some Distances in Miles
Stonehenge (44), Salisbury (45), Bath (42), Bristol (42), Taunton (28), Exeter (49), Weymouth (34), Bournemouth (47), and London (125).

Local Attractions:
Fleet Air Arm Museum
Haynes Motor Museum
Montacute House
Nine Springs Country Park
Clarks Retail Outlet Shopping Village