The historic and ancient market town of Shepton Mallet is set in the Mendip foothills, and is close to the Cathedral City of Wells. People who work in Bristol or Bath might look to buy property in Shepton Mallet as it is within easy commuting distance of both towns. Life in Shepton Mallet centres on the ancient Market Cross and Shambles, where lively, weekly markets are still held, and it retains a strong character as a market town and place to live. The local economy is healthy with a good level of employment. There is a high proportion of information and communications technology sector businesses in Shepton Mallet, such as data management, electronics and internet applications, and it is also home to the HQ of the luxury Mulberry Design Company. The types of property for sale in Shepton Mallet are predominantly older with some modern properties, whilst the surrounding villages have a selection of traditional houses and cottages.
Amenities for properties in Shepton Mallet
Within the town centre there are comprehensive shopping and sporting facilities as well as restaurants, pubs, a cinema and churches of most denominations. There are open air markets at the nearby towns of Wells and Glastonbury. Shepton Mallet is home to the Royal Bath and West Showground, where one of Britain's major agricultural shows is held annually in May/June, and many other events are staged here throughout the year. Families with children of school age who are considering Shepton Mallet property will discover there is a good choice of primary and secondary schools in Shepton Mallet, with private schools close-by. Of particular note are: Cathedral School in Wells, Millfield School in Street, Downside School in Stratton on the Fosse and All Hallows near Frome.
Transport for Shepton Mallet
Shepton Mallet is relatively well served with public transport. There is a railway station at Castle Cary (about seven miles to the south) with intercity services operating to London, Penzance, Wales and the South Coast. By road Shepton Mallet is served by the A37 and A361 roads.
Surrounding areas
While searching for property to buy or property to rent in Shepton Mallet, you may like to extend your search and explore neighbouring areas and look for property for sale in Frome, Wells and Cheddar.
house, 4 bedrooms
A deceptively spacious four bedroom modern detached house, located at the end of a very quiet cul-de-sac, benefiting from a lovely outlook to both the front and rear and also offered with no...
flat, 2 bedrooms
Set within a short walk to Shepton Mallet town centre is the well proportioned modern 1st floor apartment. The property comprises 2 double bedrooms, living room, kitchen and a bathroom. There is...
house, 6 bedrooms
DRAFT PARTICULARS AWAITING VENDOR APPROVAL: Rare opportunity of acquiring a pair of cottages with large side gardens offering the potential to apply for planning permission to develop further or...
house, 4 bedrooms
DRAFT PARTICULARS AWAITING VENDOR APPROVAL: Formerly two cottages and believed to be circa 200 years old, this semi-detached cottage in red brick under a slate roof offers good size family...
house, 2 bedrooms
Believed to date back circa two hundred years is this attractive two bedroom cottage of red brick under slate roof retaing period features and benefitting from modern conveniences such as uPVC...
house, 3 bedrooms
This well proportioned family home is set with a popular location in Shepton Mallet and benefits from no-ward chain. The accommodation comprises 3 bedrooms, family bathroom, living room,...
flat, 1 bedroom
Ground floor flat presented in good order throughout and convenient for the village facilities. The accommodation comprises good sized sitting/dining room, modern kitchen, modern shower room,...
house, 5 bedrooms, 2 reception rooms, 4 bathrooms
A well appointed former coach house offering gardens and paddocks totalling 7.6 acres and approx 3,667 sq ft of outbuildings.
house, 2 bedrooms
Centrally located unique property which could be suited to those with mobility limitations as it is very accessible, however, would also suit those buyers wishing to live in a quiet position...
house, 2 bedrooms
Attached bungalow occupying corner plot and offering good sized accommodation which would benefit from cosmetic upgrading - two double bedrooms, sitting room, kitchen/diner, utility, bathroom, gas...