Broad Blunsdon and its homes
Broad Blunsdon is the main village of the Blunsdon civil parish. However, it sits within the wider Borough of Swindon. Swindon Borough Council is the local authority for this area.
Broad Blunsdon sits within the Blunsdon and Highworth ward. This ward elects three members of Swindon Borough Council. However, Blunsdon parish also includes Lower Blunsdon.
The hamlet of Broadbush has merged into Broad Blunsdon. While this is a small hamlet, it is now part of the village. The A419 forms the parish’s southern boundary, because it marks the edge.
This road follows the line of Ermin Way. It links Gloucester and Silchester via Cirencester.
The Domesday Book of 1086 records a manor called Bluntesdone. However, the name changed over time. Broad Blunsdon is first named as Bradebluntesdone in 1234.
The parish structure changed in April 2017. Before this, the area was one civil parish called Blunsdon St Andrew. The land split into two parts because of this change.
Blunsdon took the eastern half of the parish. A new St Andrews parish was formed for the western half. You can find general plumbing needs in these areas.
What that means for general plumbing in Broad Blunsdon
The geography of the parish includes several historical sites. For example, Castle Hill lies east of the church. It is an Iron Age hillfort and a scheduled monument.
This site has medieval farming terraces known as lynchets. However, you might have work near these ancient sites. You should consider this because the landscape is unique.
Two areas of the village sit in a conservation area. This was designated in 1990 and includes the church area. Therefore, you should check with Swindon Borough Council before you alter a property.
St Leonard’s parish church is a Grade II* listed building. It has 13th-century origins and a 15th-century tower. It was restored by William Butterfield in 1870.
The 17th-century L-shaped manor house stands just to its west. Infrastructure in the parish has also changed. A bypass was built between 2006 and 2009.
The bypass connects the village to the land to the south-west. However, the Groundwell industrial estate also sits within the parish. As a result, local plumbing services cover this area.
Read our guide to which trade does which job for more help. Costs depend on the specific job and the plumber. However, this guide explains the different roles.
Costs in Broad Blunsdon
Understanding potential costs helps you plan your work. For example, published UK cost guides typically put a plumber’s hourly rate at about £40 to £60. However, prices vary with the job and the plumber.
Published UK cost guides typically put a plumber’s day rate at £250 to £300. However, prices vary with the job, access and the plumber. You can use this figure as a guide.
Published UK cost guides typically put repairing a dripping tap at £75 to £120. While prices vary with the job, you should check our guide to burst pipe repair costs for more.
Reaching Broad Blunsdon from Highworth
Broad Blunsdon is about 3.3 miles by road from Highworth. This distance is around a 5 minute drive. While it is close, traffic can vary.
Residents in Highworth may need a plumber in Cricklade. You might also look for a plumber in Wanborough.
You could also find a plumber in Royal Wootton Bassett. Check our areas page for more.
Questions to ask before booking in Broad Blunsdon
You should ask specific questions when you book a job. For example, ask about old systems if you live near the conservation area. You then get clarity because every property has a unique layout.
Ask any provider which method they use for a task. For example, read our guide to who is responsible for a drain. This helps you understand shared pipes.
You might also need our guide to unblocking a toilet without a plunger. Always ask for rates in writing. Since you want clarity, this keeps the job clear.
Getting in touch about Broad Blunsdon
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That plumber gets in touch with you directly. Using the service is free. You are under no obligation to go ahead. Get in touch or send an enquiry now.