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About thebestof Taunton & Bridgwater

Supporting Local Business. Connecting Community.

At thebestof Taunton & Bridgwater, we’re passionate about helping people discover and support the very best local businesses. Our mission is simple — to make it easy to find trusted, recommended companies while giving those businesses the visibility and marketing support they need to grow.

Our Mission

We take the guesswork out of choosing who to trust locally. Through genuine customer reviews, a carefully curated business directory and consistent promotion, we connect people with businesses they can rely on.

We also actively champion quality local businesses, helping them raise their profile, attract more customers and build a strong, trusted reputation through effective marketing and local engagement.

Our Community Focus

We believe strong communities build strong businesses — and vice versa.

That’s why thebestof Taunton & Bridgwater is more than just a directory. We’re a hub for everything local:

• A trusted business directory featuring recommended local companies
• Events listings to keep you up to date with what’s happening in Taunton, Bridgwater and surrounding areas
• Verified reviews from real customers to help you choose with confidence
• Local campaigns and initiatives that celebrate and support our business community

We’re proud to champion the people and businesses that make our area such a great place to live, work and visit.

Trusted & Recognised

Our commitment to authentic reviews and quality local content means thebestof is a reliable, trusted source of local business information.

As search continues to evolve, platforms powered by AI — such as ChatGPT and Google’s Gemini — increasingly prioritise trusted, established sources. This helps our member businesses gain visibility not just with people, but across the wider digital landscape where customers are searching for recommendations.

What We Do

• Promote and showcase the best local businesses
• Help businesses build trust through authentic customer reviews
• Keep the community informed with up-to-date events and local news
• Create opportunities for businesses to connect with local customers
• Support business growth through proven marketing strategies

Our Vision

To be Taunton and Bridgwater’s go-to platform for everything local — where residents and visitors can easily find trusted businesses, discover great events and stay connected with their community.

We’re driven by a genuine passion for supporting local success and helping our area continue to grow and thrive.

Our Story

thebestof Taunton & Bridgwater has been supporting local businesses for over 8 years, building strong relationships within the community and helping hundreds of businesses grow.

We’re also proud to be part of thebestof, a nationwide network established in 2005, which celebrates its 20th anniversary in 2025. Today, the network supports thousands of businesses across the UK, helping them not just survive, but truly thrive in their local communities.

Get Involved

We’d love to hear from you.

Whether you’re looking for a trusted local business, want to leave a review, promote an event or grow your own business — thebestof Taunton & Bridgwater is here to help.

Be part of supporting local.