North Somerset, Unitary authority area in Somerset, England.
North Somerset extends along the Bristol Channel coastline and includes the Mendip Hills, combining coastal towns with expansive rural landscapes and farmlands.
The region transformed from Woodspring district to North Somerset unitary authority in 1996, gaining independence from Somerset County Council's administration.
The North Somerset Show exhibits the strong agricultural traditions of the region through livestock competitions, farming demonstrations, and local produce presentations.
The area contains 72 primary schools and 18 secondary schools, with Weston College providing further education opportunities for its 219,145 residents.
The district administration operates from the 1856 Weston-super-Mare Town Hall, which received modern extensions to accommodate current governmental functions.
Location: Somerset
Inception: April 1, 1974
Capital city: Weston-super-Mare
Website: https://n-somerset.gov.uk
GPS coordinates: 51.38333,-2.80000
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:49
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