Curry Rivel & Langport

Curry Rivel & Langport ward lies in central Somerset, characterised by a mixture of low-lying wetlands and slightly higher ground. The area is centred on the historic market town of Langport, which sits beside the River Parrett. The landscape is largely agricultural, with fields bounded by traditional hedgerows. The settlement of Curry Rivel is positioned on a ridge to the south, offering views across the surrounding Somerset Levels.

The area's geography is defined by its relationship to water management and drainage. Langport functions as a local service hub for the surrounding rural parishes. The unique presence of the Great Bow Wharf warehouse in Langport, a former riverside storage building, reflects the historical importance of river trade. The low-lying moors are crisscrossed by drainage ditches known as rhynes, a fundamental feature of the local environment.