The village is about 10 miles from Bristol, 14 miles from
Bath and 13 miles from the city of Wells. It is just on the
northern edge of the Mendip Hills (a designated Area
of Oustanding Natural Beauty) and is in the general area
known as the Chew Valley. The village is a conservation area
which has meant that Chew Magna has retained its character,
friendliness and quiet charm.
There are two Primary schools and a Secondary school, several
shops, three churches, three pubs serving the area. The community
has about 1200 residents and there are several other nearby villages and hamlets.
Chew Magna has an interesting history that provides a backdrop
to today's vibrant society... a little more is described in
our history page.
The logo at the top of the page is from the new road boundary
stones, installed April 2003, that welcome every one to the
village.
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