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Bridgwater, Somerset

Bridgwater is a market town in Somerset. It lies on the River Parrett, at the edge of the Somerset Levels. It has been a major inland port, trading and industrial centre since the Industrial Revolution. Bridgwater Guy Fawkes Carnival, the forerunner of the Somerset illuminated carnivals, dates back to at least 1847. The town is within the council area of Somerset.

Place Type: Town
Historic County: Somerset
Lat, Long: 51.12778,-3.006409
Grid Reference: ST 2967 3698
Civil Parish: Bridgwater CP
Council Area: Somerset CA
Police Area: Avon and Somerset PA

GBPN ID: 5688
Entry Type: Main listing (P)
URL: https://gazetteer.org.uk/place/Bridgwater,_Somerset_5688

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