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A magical place with stunning natural countryside, Somerset is an ancient land, steeped in a mist of myth and legend. Discover the hidden gems in historic villages and market towns, and relax and unwind by the tranquil waterways.
The Somerset Levels and moors of ‘willow country’ are an atmospheric wetland between The Quantock and Mendip Hills. An area where many traditional skills such as willow basket making have been a way of life for hundreds of years. Visit the mysterious Glastonbury Tor, rising out of the Somerset Levels like a beacon.
Nestling in the Mendip Hills is Cheddar famous for its cheese and The Gorge. More southerly, England’s smallest city, Wells, has a beautiful cathedral, famed for its magnificent west front, featuring over 300 statues and carvings.
The Quantocks are a must for visitors with stunning vista and deep ‘combes’. Renowned for its rich flora and fauna set against stunning views across the Severn Estuary to South Wales and beyond.
Further south, you will be delighted by the quaint villages and stately houses built with honey-coloured stone. At the foot of the unspoilt Blackdown hills is the historical town of Chard, home of the Wildlife Park at Cricket St. Thomas.
With a rich diversity of museums and galleries to gardens and attractions all within easy reach, the Georgian city of Bath has so much to offer. It has an enviable year-round calendar of festivals, theatre, musical & sporting events.
Exmoor, a magical place with space. Magnificent scenery, endless views, wooded combes, wild heather moors, sparkling streams, picturesque villages and abundance of wildlife are just some of the delights that make Exmoor special
Long sandy beaches and coastal resorts contrast the dramatic rocky Exmoor coastline. Burnham-on-Sea famous for its unique nine-legged lighthouse and 7 miles of sandy beach is a thriving market town with a mix of traditional and high street shops. Weston Super Mare a traditional beach resort with seaside attractions and award winning grand pier. With Indoor and outdoor markets and a host of fairs it’s an ideal location for all the family.
Towns of Somerset
Including:
Minehead, Taunton, Wells, Chard, Burnham-On-Sea, Bath, Bruton, Yeovil, Wellington
A magical place with stunning natural countryside, Somerset is an ancient land, steeped in a mist of myth and legend. Discover the hidden gems in historic villages and market towns, and relax and unwind by the tranquil waterways.
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