Norton St Philip

Today, Norton St Philip combines heritage charm with everyday convenience. The village has a strong community feel and a good range of local amenities, including a shop, post office, parish church, two pubs, pre-school, first school, village hall, and regular bus services to both Bath and Frome. Surrounded by open countryside and farmland, it appeals to buyers seeking a peaceful village environment with excellent access to Bath’s wider amenities, employment, and transport links.

With its historic character, welcoming community, and proximity to Bath, Norton St Philip is a highly desirable location for families, commuters, and anyone looking for a blend of rural tranquillity and modern convenience.

Norton St Philip offers excellent transport links for a rural village, making it a convenient base for commuting into Bath, Frome, and the wider region. With strong public transport links and easy road access, Norton St Philip combines peaceful village living with excellent connectivity.

Nearest Station: Bath Spa (approx. 15 - 18minutes by car).• London Paddington: ~1 hr 20 mins• Bristol Temple Meads: ~15 mins• Cardiff: ~1 hr 10 mins

Direct Buses:

Regular bus services run through the village, providing direct connections to Bath and Frome. Journey times to Bath are typically around 19 minutes by bus or 13 minutes by car or taxi, giving residents quick access to the city’s shops, employment, and rail services. Recent updates to the D2X route mean buses now travel directly into Bath via Norton St Philip and Hinton Charterhouse, improving reliability and reducing travel times following the reopening of the A36. Bath is just over six miles away, with straightforward access via the A36 and B3110.

Walking & Cycling Routes:

Norton St Philip is surrounded by beautiful Somerset countryside, offering a wide variety of walking and cycling routes for all abilities. The village is the starting point for several scenic circular walks where walkers can enjoy woodland paths, open fields, and historic landmarks such as the Stony Littleton Long Barrow.

Cyclists benefit from access to quiet rural lanes and well-mapped routes around the Mendip area, with popular rides linking the village to nearby rivers, woodland, and neighbouring settlements. Whether for gentle strolls, family-friendly outings, or more adventurous rides, Norton St Philip offers a rich network of paths right from the village centre.