Junction 24 Ltd

About Us

As an integral part of our estate, Sedgemoor Auction Centre, North Petherton near Bridgwater, opened its doors in January 2008 after a one-year build program. It is sited adjacent to a prehistoric animal gathering site which lends itself to this purpose-built, privately-owned auction centre we visit today. This auction centre replaces Highbridge and Taunton livestock markets as well as offering businesses, shops and offices a base and modern facilities to the local community & is managed by Junction 24 ltd.

Sedgemoor Auction Centre acts as a vital hub for livestock buyers and sellers alike in the farming community from across the UK. Partner managed by Greenslade, Taylor & Hunt, the livestock sales are a bustling ecosystem, used efficiently by thousands of people every week.
The Derek Mead Health Room was opened officially by HRH The Princess Royal on 15th October 2019 in memory of Derek Mead who built Sedgemoor Auction Centre as a facility for farmers to have free trade for their livestock. We are very proud to say that the health room is funded by the NHS and is professionally providing a much-needed service. Best of all, the health room is situated in an environment that allows farmers and country folk to still wear their wellington boots and feel comfortable in a market environment that they visit on a regular basis.

Open: Every 2nd & 4th Saturday 8:30am to 12:30pm.

Truck Stop @J24 Parking is open 7 days a week with onsite security & CCTV. Lorry drivers can book in via SNAP, Key fuels, DKV, card or cash and receive a meal voucher to use in our Canteen. We are committed to making sure that your stay in the southwest is as comfortable as possible, and with over 100 spaces there is no need to book ahead of time just turn up! We also have Pogo Electrical Vehicle chargers adjacent to The Canteen in our well-lit carpark – perfect place to stop & enjoy a meal and slice of cake while your car rapidly charges.
The Canteen serves locally sourced, homemade food in a warm and welcoming environment with seating inside and out. We are proud to support local producers and source locally wherever possible. The Canteen has a full menu available everyday serving breakfasts until 3pm and a daily specials board serving home cooked meals all day with speciality cheesecakes & delicious cakes. Our Sunday carvery has been a huge hit as a ‘first come first serve’ so get here quick!

Open: Monday -Thursday 7am to 8:45pm, Friday & Saturday 7am to 3pm, Sunday 12am to 3pm.

Events & Conferences @ J24 has grown into a truly flexible space for conferences, meetings and events. Whether you are looking to host a small meeting for 10 delegates, a conference, an award ceremony for your workforce or a live event for up to 1500 people we have the capacity to accommodate. With a dedicated Events & Conferencing team, we can offer a level of service that can deliver venue hire in an uncomplicated and transparent manner to producing a high-level live show with all the technical support and infrastructure required, including lighting, sound, staging and seating.
We hold a number of reoccurring events at Junction 24 including a Farmers Market every Saturday, a monthly Craft Fair on a Saturday, a Car Boot Sale every Sunday.

The owner, Katherine Hawke, also owns Hawke Barn; a wedding and special events venue, located near Tiverton in Devon. Hawke Barn a 16th century historic former threshing barn, beautifully renovated creating an intimate space for impressive entertaining for weddings, birthday celebrations or any special event or occasion for up to 60 guests. On site accommodation is provided in two luxury 16th century barn conversions with optional Bell tents & Glamping / Camping options & makes for a perfect country get away.
Enjoy our range of specially selected experiences curated by us and fulfilled by trusted suppliers who deliver memorable days out like A Day at The Races, Wellness Retreats, Casino Nights, Pamper Parties and Fine Dining with a Private Chef.

Katherines’ husband, Nigel Hawke is the owner of Thorne Farm Racing, a successful National Hunt training yard at Thorne Farm. Nigel, himself a Grand National winning jockey, trains 40 beautiful National Hunt racehorses from Thorne Farm. The horses can be seen training every day on the grass and all-weather gallops. With over 40 years’ experience in racing, Nigel has a well-earned reputation for sourcing and nurturing future talent both for owners & racing syndicates. For the racehorse enthusiast, Nigel can tailor racehorse ownership packages to suit all budgets but if you just want a taste of how being an active participant of the nation’s second larger sport could feel, Nigel offers Racehorse Experience Days with the help of Simon Nott our local racing journalist and pundit.

For more information please contact:
enquiries@junction24ltd.co.uk for Sedgemoor Auction Centre,
link to website: https://junction24ltd.co.uk/

info@hawkebarn.co.uk for Hawke Barn wedding & events venue,
link to website: https://hawkebarnvenue.co.uk/

sam.bennett@thornefarmracingltd.co.uk for Nigel Hawke Thorne Farm Racing,
link to website: https://nigelhawkethornefarmracing.co.uk/