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Local Directory
Emergency numbers are on the right; for all other
numbers, choose the relevant category below:
The Buckland Newton Really Useful Directory
This directory (and the linked pages) has been compiled by Jan
Marpole. Thank you to all those who have contributed towards the
publication of this Directory. Any corrections, omissions or changes
will be gratefully received by Jan Marpole, Hermits Cottage, Duntish
(01300 345560)
EMERGENCY NUMBERS
The village has its own defibrillator, housed in an
unlocked cupboard on an outside wall of the Village
Hall by the kitchen door, under the veranda. In an
emergency, ring 999, then click here for list of runners
who will bring the defibrillator to you.
Police, Fire and Rescue and Ambulance Service Call 999
Police (Non-Emergency) Call 101
Out of Hours Doctor (Non-Emergency) Call 111
Casualty – Dorset County Hospital 01305 251150
Electricity – SSE (formerly Scottish & Southern Electric) 0845 770
8090. Also see here for information and registration details from SSE
about a priority service they are offering for people who may need extra
help during a power cut. POWER CUT? – NEW NUMBER TO RING
Dialling 105 will put you through to your local electricity network operator.
105 is a free service for people in England, Scotland and Wales
You can ring 105 no matter who you buy electricity from. You can also call
105 if you spot damage to power lines or substations
Water – Wessex Water 01225 526000
Road Conditions 01305 232323
Flood Line (Environment Agency) 0845 988 1188
Pollution (Environment Agency) 0800 807 060
School Closures (Snow etc)
https://www.dorsetforyou.gov.uk/closedserices/Service/schools
Flood Warden
The village Flood Warden is Doug Morse (01300 345707) or e-mail
floodwarden@sky.com
For all other numbers and entries, please click on the relevant button
to the left above.
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