Bishops Lydeard Mill is a beautiful watermill set in a country village - perfectly restored to working order. Among the many traditional trades and crafts displayed are the wheelwright's shop, transported from Devon and preserved exactly as it was left on the day the owner shut up shop, and the equally authentic Blacksmith's shop. Another aspect of the Mill and Rural Life Museum presentations are the models depicting the many types of mills that exist plus various scenic displays and some 30 carriages and wagons.
It's easy to reach Bishops Lydeard Mill in Bishops Lydeard, by train. Simply hop on a train to Taunton station - then it's a half-hour bus ride on the 23 bus - or a 16-minute taxi ride away.
For more visitor info including opening times, visit Bishops Lydeard Mill’s website.
Station details & facilities
Ticket office
Luggage
Facilities
Toilets
WiFi
Staffing and customer service
Parking
Bicycle Facilities
Accessibility
First Class Lounge
Departures and arrivals from Taunton
Departures
Arrivals
| Departing to | Train | Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| to Cardiff Central | Great Western Railway | 20:17 | 4 | On time |
| to London Paddington | Great Western Railway | 20:23 | 5 | On time |
| to Plymouth | CrossCountry | 20:29 | 2 | Late |
| to Plymouth | Great Western Railway | 20:46 | 2 | Late |
| to Penzance | Great Western Railway | 20:49 | 2 | Late |
| Arriving from | Train | Time | Platform | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| from Paignton | Great Western Railway | 20:16 | 4 | On time |
| from Paignton | Great Western Railway | 20:22 | 5 | On time |
| from Edinburgh (Waverley) | CrossCountry | 20:28 | 2 | Late |
| from Minehead | Great Western Railway | 20:31 | On time | |
| from London Paddington | Great Western Railway | 20:45 | 2 | Late |