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Bruton, Somerset

Bruton is a market town in Somerset, on the River Brue. The Church of St Mary was founded by Ine of Wessex in the 7th century, the present building dating from the 14th century. The town is known as the location of the folk song "The Bramble Briar". The town is within the council area of Somerset.

Place Type: Town
Historic County: Somerset
Lat, Long: 51.112428,-2.453609
Grid Reference: ST 6834 3489
Civil Parish: Bruton CP
Council Area: Somerset CA
Police Area: Avon and Somerset PA

GBPN ID: 6452
Entry Type: Main listing (P)
URL: https://gazetteer.org.uk/place/Bruton,_Somerset_6452

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