The Chase

Getting around
Wincanton is in the extreme south-east of Somerset on the borders of Dorset and Wiltshire and is served by a number of major trunk roads. The A303 through the town is the main route from London to Cornwall and links the area with the M5 and the M3. The A37 offers a direct route north to Bristol and to the scenic Dorset coast to the south. The railway station five miles away at Templecombe & Castle Cary station offers services to major UK cities including London, Exeter and Bath, while coaches run from Yeovil. For air travel Bristol International Airport is approximately 35 miles away and ferry services run from Poole, just 40 miles away.

A trip to the shops
The Chase is just half a mile from Wincanton town centre which has a range of local shops and services for everyday needs including a Boots pharmacy, supermarkets, a newsagent and other independent specialist stores. Every month there is a popular Farmers' Market in the town centre. Gillingham, Shaftesbury and Yeovil are not far and have many well known High Street brands and supermarkets.

Taking time out
Its rural setting makes Wincanton an ideal location from which to explore the surrounding countryside of Somerset, the Blackmore Vale and neighbouring Dorset and Wiltshire, either on foot, on bicycle or horseback. The town itself has a range of historic pubs, a museum and a wealth of local sports clubs and societies. It has its own Sports Ground, Sports Centre, Skate Park and the famous Wincanton Racecourse. Visit the National Trust's Stourhead House and Gardens, or marvel at the breath-taking views from King Alfred's Tower, a 1771 folly, both within 10 miles. Historic Glastonbury, Shaftesbury and Sherborne are all just a half hour's drive away with Bath and Salisbury about an hour.

Education
There are a number of local schools providing education close to The Chase. Wincanton Primary School and Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Primary School are both just half a mile away, catering for 4 - 11-year-olds. King Arthur's Community School for 11 to 16-year-olds is on the doorstep in West Hill. Sixth form education is available at Sexeys School, Bruton and there are two independent schools all within four miles.

Planning for your future
Each new Bovis Home at The Chase is carefully planned for your comfort and convenience. Our stylish and practical properties make maximum use of space to help you get the most from your new home in Wincanton. We also take care to match our homes to their location, often using local materials and reflecting nearby architectural features in the designs. The same attention to detail can be seen in the landscaping of our new Bovis development in Somerset. Trees are retained wherever possible, new planting is added and open spaces included. Footpaths and cycleways also feature in many cases, to help create a pleasant living environment. Roads may vary in width and with traffic-calming measures and discreet parking often introduced, we aim to make our developments as safe as possible for pedestrians, cyclists and children. Above all we seek to create new homes at The Chase within welcoming communities where you can enjoy life in a new Bovis property in Wincanton to the full.

We give you so much more
When it comes to buying a new Bovis home in Somerset, it pays to find out exactly what's included in the price - because that's the Bovis Homes difference. Unlike many other housebuilders we provide you with a wide range of features at no extra cost making our new homes excellent value for money. Enjoy the benefits of a fully-fitted kitchen complete with integrated appliances, wardrobes in many bedrooms and often an en suite. Whichever new Bovis Home you choose at The Chase you really can be sure you're getting more for your money. And it doesn't stop there. Just before you move in to your new Bovis property in Wincanton you'll be invited to attend a home demonstration to explain all the features of your new home and shortly after moving in you'll receive a courtesy visit to make sure you are happy with your new home. And for further peace of mind our dedicated customer service team is there to answer any queries you may have.