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Dunster Castle and Gardens |
Cricket St Thomas Lakes and Gardens |
Wimbleball Lake Country Park |
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| Dunster Castle, Dunster, near Minehead, Somerset, TA24 6SL. | Cricket St Thomas Lakes and Gardens, Cricket St. Thomas, Chard, Somerset, TA20 4DB. | Wimbleball Lake Country Park, near Dulverton, Somerset, TA22 9NU . | ||||
| This castle situated on top of a wooded hill has lovely views across Exmoor and the Bristol Channel. Beautifully decorated rooms and a magnificent staircase inside. Family trails help you explore the castle and gardens. Castle is open mid March - Oct. Dunster Castle | The new grotto and water garden is planted for year round colour. There is a small train to take you round the lakes and gardens. Refreshments available at the Hamilton Tea Rooms. Larger animals are now gone, you may see meerkats, a lemur or deer. Tel: 01460 30111 Cricket St Thomas Lakes and Gardens | Tuition is available for watersports. Visitors can also launch their own craft or hire from the centre. There are miles of lake footpaths including a 9 mile round lake walk. Trout fishery offers tuition days for beginners. Tea room is open Apr-Oct. Pay & Display parking. Wimbleball Lake Country Park | ||||
Glastonbury Abbey |
Farleigh Hungerford Castle |
Dunster Water Mill |
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| Glastonbury Abbey, Gatehouse, Magdalene Street, Somerset, BA6 9EL. | Farleigh Hungerford, Norton St Philip, Bath, Somerset, BA2 7RS. | Dunster Watermill, Mill Lane, Dunster, near Minehead, Somerset TA24 6SW. | ||||
| The ruins of this once grand Abbey stands in 36 acres of parkland. Surrounded in history and mystery, it is believed to be the burial place of King Arthur. Costumed guides from Mar-Oct help bring the Abbey to life. The outdoor summer cafe from May - Oct. Glastonbury Abbey | The remains of this castle lie on the border between Wiltshire and Somerset. Visitors may have a free audio tour which tells the stories of the gruesome past with the help of infomation panels. Open daily from Apr-Mar and weekends during winter. Farleigh Hungerford Castle | This is a working 18th century working Watermill. Learn how water power is used to grind flour. The finished flour is bagged up and sold. The mill was briefly idle in the 1960`s before it was restored. Entrance fee applies to all visitors. Open from Apr-Oct. Dunster Watermill | ||||
Cadbury Castle |
Cleeve Abbey |
Lytes Cary Manor |
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| Cadbury Castle, Somerset, BA22. | Abbey Road, Washford, Watchet, Somerset TA23 0PS. | Lytes Cary Manor, Near Charlton Mackrell, Somerton, Somerset TA11 7HU. | ||||
| You won`t see a castle here but an ancient hill fort that has long been associated with King Arthur (Was this Camelot?). Iron Age, Roman and Saxon artefacts have been found at the site. The nearest town in Yeovil and the neaest village is South Cadbury. Cadbury Castle in Wikipedia | The Abbey Church of Cleeve was destroyed by Henry VIII in 1536 but the cloister buildings, the gatehouse and the 15th century refectory with angel roof has survived intact. Explore the Abbey using the story book bag for families. Open Apr-Oct check website for details. Cleeve Abbey | This is a medieval Manor house and chapel. There is a childrens quiz to aid families with their exploration. Outside you will find topiary statues and herbaceous borders. There are walks through the wider estate and riverside year round. House open Mar-Oct. Lytes Cary Manor | ||||
Montacute House |
Muchelney Abbey |
Nunney Castle |
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| Montacute House, Montacute, Somerset, TA15 6XP. | Muchelney Abbey, Muchelney, Langport, Somerset, TA10 0DQ. | Nunney Castle, Nunney, BA11 4LQ.. | ||||
| This magnificent Elizabethan House has over 60 Tudor and Elizabethan portraits displayed in the long gallery. Period furniture and textiles are on view in the State rooms. You can walk around the formal gardens or wider estate. Family trails and traker packs available. House open Mar-Oct. Montacute House | The principal buildings were demolished in 1538 by Henry VIII. See the clearly laid out foundations of the abbey, the decorated cloister walk, the thatched monks lavatory and the 16th century abbots house with magnificent rooms. There is an interactive story bag for families. Open Apr-Oct. Muchelney Abbey | This castle was built in the 1370`s. The moat and the drawbridge were re-excavated around 1926 and you can see the moat full of water today. The tower is a four lobed structure with a turret on each corner. Entry is free and you may visit at any reasonable time. Nunney Castle | ||||
Glastonbury Tor |
Forde Abbey |
Ashton Windmill |
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| Glastonbury Tor, near Glastonbury, Somerset, BA6. | Forde Abbey, Chard, Somerset, TA20 4LU. | Chapel Allerton, Somerset, BS26 2PP. | ||||
| An inspiring place to many this Tor has been said to be the home of the King of the Fairies. There are public footpaths across the Tor. At the top, where there is a 15th century tower, you can enjoy wonderful views across 3 counties. Managed by the National Trust (Note: no toilet). Glastonbury Tor | Forde Abbey is a stately home with 30 acres of beautiful gardens. Explore the house with a chldrens pack or follow the letterbox trail. Visit the cloisters, the monks dormitory or the great hall or explore the gardens. Open Apr -Oct. The house is closed on Mon and Sat. Forde Abbey | The stone tower of Ashton Windmill is over 200 years old. This 18th century flour mill last worked in 1927. Great views across the Cheddar G orge, Somerset Levels and Brent Knoll. Open Easter to Sept on Sun and BH from 2:30-4:30pm. Also open Wed in Jul & Aug. Free entry. Ashton Windmill | ||||
Bishops Lydiard Mill |
Battle of Sedgemoor Interpretation Trail |
Wells Cathedral |
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| The Mill House, Mill Lane, Bishop`s Lydeard, Taunton, Somerset, TA4 3LN. . | Bridgewater Info. Centre, King Square, Bridgewater, Somerset TA6 3AR. | Cathedral Green, Wells, Somerset, BA5 2UE.Br. | ||||
| This watermill has been restored so that it is a working watermill. The water wheel weighs over two tonnes but can be turned from inside with only two fingers. There are traditional trades and crafts displayed including an authentic Blacksmith`s shop. Usually closed on Mon and Sat. Bishops Lydeard Mill | Visit the site of the battle of Sedgemoor (1685), the last battle fought on English soil, in Westonzoyland. Leaflets are available from the Tourist Information Centre. See the church of St Mary the virgin, the Sedgemoor Inn, the battlefield site and the memorial as you re-trace the steps of. the Duke of Monmouth and his rebels. | Free tours of the cathedral are given by expert guides all year round and last approx 1 hour. Leaflets and infromation boards are here to help you understand the historical, architectural and spiritual significance of cathedral. There is a quiz trail for children. Don`t forget to watch the clock on each quarter hour. Wells Cathedral | ||||
Burcott Mill |
Wookey Hole Caves |
Clevedon Court |
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| Burcott Mill, Wookey, Wells, Somerset, BA5 1NJ. | Wookey Hole Ltd., Wookey Hole, Wells, Somerset, BA5 1BB. | Clevedon Court, Tickenham Road, Clevedon, North Somerset, BS21 6QU. | ||||
| Burcott Mill is one of the few remaining working water mills in the UK. Experience how flour was made back in the Victorian age. The water for the mill comes from the river Axe. You can see how the great power of the waterwheel is harnessed to produce fine organic flour. Open at weekends from Easter to Sept.. Burcott Mill | Enjoy a cave tour with light effects and then visit the museum. Also see Dinosaur valley, King Kong, Wizards Play Barn, Toddlers Play Area, Fairy Garden, Handmade Paper, Magical Mirror Maze, Penny Arcade, Clown Museum and Pirate Play Area. Opening times vary please check website. Wookey Hole Caves | This is an early 14th century house. The house conatins a collection of Nailsea Glass and Eltonware Pottery,. There is a family guide and a childrens quiz/trail available. Terraced gardens to explore outside. Property is open on Wed, Thurs and Sun 2pm-5pm, from Apr - Sept. Clevedon Court | ||||
Tyntesfield |
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| Tyntesfield, Wraxall, Bristol, Somerset, BS48 1NX. | ||||||
| Tyntesfield is a Victorian Estate with house, chapel, gardens and woodland to explore. The Home Farm visitor centre contains a shop, restaurant and exhibition space. Lovely view across the valley can be seen on a woodland walk. Childrens trails are available for both the house and the garden. Check events schedule for more fun and interest. Tyntesfield | ||||||
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