Taunton Crown Court,Taunton, Somerset
Details
Accessibility
https://www.find-court-tribunal.service.gov.uk/courts/taunton-crown-county-and-family-court
2025:
"If you have a disability and need help coming to a hearing, please contact 0300 123 5577.
No parking:
There are no parking facilities at this building, however paid off-site parking is available within 500m of the Court, Crescent car park, Tangier car park, Enfield car park. There is limited parking on site for blue badge holders.
Disabled access:
This building has level access to the building entrance, and court room.
Hidden Disabilities Sunflower network:
Lanyards available on request.
Assistance dogs:
Assistance dogs are welcome.
Hearing loop:
The building has hearing enhancement facilities available by prior arrangement. Please contact the Court office by telephone or email if necessary.
Security arch:
For safety and security, all users and their possessions will be searched by security when they enter this building. We have a security arch. Please alert the security officer if you have pacemaker.
Lift:
Please note; the lift is currently out of action due to building works.
Public toilets:
Available on the ground floor
Disabled toilet:
Available on the ground floor and first floor.
Baby changing facility:
Baby changing facilities are available in the disabled toilets on the ground floor "
Brief description
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taunton_Shire_Hall#:~:text=Taunton%20Shire%20Hall%20is%20a,a%20Grade%20II%20listed%20building.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taunton_Shire_Hall
2025:
"Taunton Shire Hall is a municipal building on Shuttern in Taunton, Somerset. The Shire Hall, which serves as a Crown Court, is a Grade II listed building.[1]"
Address
The Shire Hall
Taunton
TA1 4EU
Enquiries: Enquiries.taunton.countycourt@justice.gov.uk
Phone
Enquiries: 01823 257 084
Website
https://www.find-court-tribunal.service.gov.uk/courts/taunton-crown-county-and-family-court
Directions
Opening Times
https://www.find-court-tribunal.service.gov.uk/courts/taunton-crown-county-and-family-court
2025:
"Monday
- 8:30am-5:00pm
Tuesday
- 8:30am-5:00pm
Wednesday
- 8:30am-5:00pm
Thursday
- 8:30am-5:00pm
Friday
- 8:30am-5:00pm
Saturday
- CLOSED
Sunday
- CLOSED"
Always check with the venue directly for up-to-date information including opening times and admission charges as they may be subject to change
Transport
Taunton Rail (1.1 miles)
Amenities
https://www.find-court-tribunal.service.gov.uk/courts/taunton-crown-county-and-family-court
2025:
"Refreshments:
Hot and cold drinks vending machines are available on the ground floor.
Interview room:
Consultation rooms are available at this court
Waiting Room:
1. This building has a public waiting area on the ground floor and a separate witness waiting area. Please ask for details. 2. This building has a public waiting area outside each court or hearing room.
Video facilities:
1. Court/hearing room video conferencing facilities and prison to court video link facilities are available (by prior arrangement).
Wireless network connection:
Wi-Fi is available to criminal professional users only.
Witness service:
1. Support for witnesses is available from the Citizens Advice witness service https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/about-us/citizens-advice-witness-service/.
Translators or Interpreters:
Get an interpreter at a court or tribunal. (opens in new tab)"
Travel Information
For further travel information please see: www.traveline.info
Or call Traveline on 0871 200 22 33
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