Bedminster

Bedminster is a township in Somerset County, New Jersey, covering residential areas and business zones across roughly 67 square kilometers (26 square miles). The territory sits in the central part of the state and connects rural sections with modern commercial spaces.

Colonists from the Netherlands, Germany, and Scotland-Ireland founded the settlement in 1710 during English colonial rule. King George II granted the official royal charter for self-government in 1749.

The name combines old English elements linking church and community roots from Anglo-Saxon tradition. Today the place functions as a typical American township with municipal buildings and service offices for residents.

The township hall on Miller Lane offers access to municipal services during standard business hours on weekdays. Roads through the township are mostly accessible by car, as many locations spread out over a wide area.

A major telecommunications center monitors nationwide data traffic for millions of connections from this location. Less known is that during the Revolution a military training ground for artillery existed in the area.

Location: Somerset County

Inception: April 4, 1749

Shares border with: Chester Township, Branchburg, Far Hills, Tewksbury Township, Readington Township, Bridgewater Township, Bernards Township, Peapack-Gladstone, Washington Township

Website: https://bedminster.us

GPS coordinates: 40.68066,-74.64544

Latest update: December 5, 2025 16:35