Travel

The Travel Plan for Orchard Grove sets out measures to reduce single occupancy vehicle trips by encouraging residents to use all methods of sustainable travel and transport.

On this page you can find information about the travel options that are available in the area, such as walking and cycling routes, car sharing and public transport.

If you are a resident of Orchard Grove, a Green Travel Voucher is available. This provides reimbursement of up to £250 for the purchase of sustainable travel items – please note that proof of address will be required. You can download a copy of the voucher below.

The aim is to improve our environment, our health, and our quality of life while easing the pressures on our roads. As the development grows, more travel options will become available.

How to get around Orchard Grove and the local area:

Take a look at the ‘Getting Around Orchard Grove’ travel guide. It signposts the various travel options that are available within the area, such as walking, cycling, car share and public transport. The aim is to improve our environment, our health and our quality of life, whilst easing the pressures on our roads. As the development grows, more travel options will be open to you.

View and download the Getting Around Orchard Grove Guide

For help with planning your journey, check out the Think Travel website.

Bus Travel:

The 22/22A/X22/22C route connects the development to Taunton town centre, Somerset College, Musgrove Park Hospital, Heatherton Park, Wellington High Street, and other key locations.

The service, operated by First Bus Somerset, runs seven days a week from early morning until late night. Buses arrive approximately every 15 minutes, providing residents with frequent and reliable transportation options. It represents another step forward in Orchard Grove’s development as a connected, sustainable community.

All variations of the 22 service will stop at Orchard Grove. Timetables have been revised to improve reliability, which remains a key priority for the bus operator. Residents are encouraged to check the First Bus Somerset website for full timetable details before traveling: First Bus Somerset Timetables

Green Travel Voucher:

Residents can download and use this Green Travel voucher (please note that you will be required to provide proof that you live at Orchard Grove in order to be eligible):

Orchard Grove Green Travel Voucher

Get in touch:

For more details on the Travel Plan, you can email: travelplanteam@somerset.gov.uk