1 January 2026 - Society
Stay Informed with Polden Today
Stay informed about our village with the Poldens Today events and news
Welcome to Chilton Polden
Chilton Polden is an English civil parish within the unitary authority of Somerset
Chilton Polden is one of a string of villages along the northern slope of the Polden Hills in Somerset. It lies a mile north of the A39 approximately 5 miles east of Bridgwater and 8 miles west of Street. The M5 (4 miles away) makes it a good base for commuters to Taunton or Bristol. The village faces north across the Somerset Levels towards the Mendip Hills and north-west towards the Bristol Channel.
Contact Information
Forthcoming Meetings
Regular Council Meeting
Meeting: Full Council
News
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27 December 2025 - Climate
Wessex Water Community Drop-ins
Visit us at the Community Drop-Ins for advice or questions about their services. Their team is here to assist you in person.
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15 December 2025 - Society
Somerset Council Volunteer Drive
Somerset County Council’s current volunteer drivers are in need of new recruits
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1 November 2025 - Society
Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue – Have Your Say
Have your say about the local fire and rescue service
Events
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1 January 2027 - 02:00 to 04:00
POLDEN STITCHERS
Regular event every month Friendly stitching & crafting group
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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Governance & Policies
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
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Population Estimate
685
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Unitary Authority
Somerset
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Region
South West
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Country
England
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Postcode District
TA7
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Dialling Code
01278
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Police Force
Avon and Somerset Police Force
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Fire Authority
Devon & Somerset Fire and Rescue Service
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Health Area
NHS Somerset CCG