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

clerk@chiltonpolden-pc.gov.uk

Forthcoming Meetings

There are currently no scheduled meetings

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News

1 January 2026 - Society

Stay Informed with Polden Today

Stay informed about our village with the Poldens Today events and news
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.
15 December 2025 - Society

Somerset Council Volunteer Drive

Somerset County Council’s current volunteer drivers are in need of new recruits
1 November 2025 - Society

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue – Have Your Say

Have your say about the local fire and rescue service

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Events

1 January 2027 - 10:00 to 12:00

Cupper on the corner

Regular event every month
1 January 2027 - 02:00 to 04:00

POLDEN STITCHERS

Regular event every month Friendly stitching & crafting group

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Quick Links

Past Council Meetings
See the most recent full council meetings including agendas, minutes and supporting documents
Finance
Find documents published by the council, including financial accounts.
Governance & Policies
Find documents published by the council, including 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.