28 May 2026
Publication of Annual Governance & Accountability Return 2025-26
The Annual Accounts and AGAR have now been approved. All documents have now been published on the ‘Finance & Policies’ page on this website.
Welcome to Durleigh
Durleigh is an English civil parish within the unitary authority of Somerset
Durleigh was, until the middle of the 20th century, a small hamlet centred on the church, with a mill, manor houses, farms and cottages. The westward expansion of Bridgwater has resulted in the parish boundary enclosing some modern urban estate development. There remains also an area of a more rural character with farmsteads and other more scattered buildings.
The Electoral Boundary Commission has recognised this division by separating the Parish into two: the mainly built up Wyndham Ward and the more rural Durleigh Ward. In total there are 436 registered electors.
The Boundary Commission, left unchanged the historic outer boundary of the parish. This means that only a proportion of the housing estates to the west of Bridgwater are in Durleigh parish, with the remainder falling within Bridgwater Town.
A prominent feature, within the Parish, is the Durleigh Reservoir which was built in 1938. The reservoir provides an excellent leisure facility providing good dinghy sailing and freshwater fishing. Bird watchers also regard it as a good site for watching migrating birds.
The ancient Church of St. Hugh holds regular services and provides a tranquil oasis for quiet contemplation.
Contact Info
- 07587014551
- clerk@durleighparishcouncil.gov.uk
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08:30 - 15:00
The Clerk usually works Tuesday and Thursday mornings, although this is flexible and may change. The council's mobile phone will only be on during the Clerk's working hours. If contacting outside of these times, either by phone or email, all messages will be responded to as soon as possible.
Forthcoming Meetings
Council Meeting – 9th July 2026
Committee: Full Council
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7 May 2026
Annual Assembly and Annual Parish Council Meeting
Thursday 14th May 2026 at 7.00pm Hembry Room, Westfield Church Hall.
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People
Area Information
Stats
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Population Estimate
1500
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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
TA5, TA6
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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