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 King John's Hunting Lodge, The Square, Axbridge,
Somerset BS26 2AP. Tel: 01934 732012. Wool-merchant's house.
The property is run as a local history museum by Axbridge and
District Museum Trust. The early Tudor timber-framed house was
extensively restored in 1971. National Trust. Location: In the centre of Axbridge. |
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Cheddar
Caves & Gorge, Cheddar, Somerset, BS27 3QF. Tel: 01934 74234.
A major tourist attraction for over 200 years, with plenty to
do above and below ground. Outstanding Natural Beauty, where
you'll find many rare species. The Cathedral-like Caves and Britain's
biggest Gorge are million-year-old Ice Age river beds. Your ancestors
have lived here for 40,000 years, and world-famous Cheddar Man
is Britain's oldest complete skeleton.www.cheddarcaves.co.uk.
About 3 miles east of
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Wookey Hole Caves, Wookey Hole, Wells, Somerset,
BA5 1BB. Tel: 01749 672243. When you visit Wookey Hole Caves
your guide will relate the 50,000 year history of the caves as
home to both humans and animals. The crazy magical distorting
mirrors are as popular as ever. Wookey Hole has the biggest collection
of original Edwardian Penny Arcade machines. And more...www.wookey.co.uk.
About 8 miles south east
of Axbridge. |
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Bath
Abbey Heritage Vaults, Bath Abbey, Kingston Parade, Bath. BA1
1LT. Tel: 01225 422462. We are fortunate to worship in such a
very beautiful building, and the community here continues a tradition
of Christian prayer and worship on this site going back hundreds
of years. www.bathabbey.org. Location: In the centre of Bath. |
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 Roman Baths,
Abbey Church Yard, BATH BA1 1LZ. Tel: 01225 477785. Around Britain's
only hot spring, the Romans built a magnificent temple and bathing
complex that still flows with natural hot water. Many objects
were thrown into the Sacred Spring as offerings to the goddess,
including more than 12,000 Roman coins. Great Bath is the magnificent
centrepiece of the Roman baths is a pool, lined with 45 sheets
of lead, and filled with hot spa water. Location:
In the centre of Bath. |
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1 Royal Crescent, BATH BA1 2LR Tel: 01225 428126.
Number 1 was designed by John Wood the Younger, and was the first
house to be built in the Royal Crescent, now designated a World
Heritage Building. Location:
In the centre of Bath. |
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Museum
of Costume, Assembly Rooms, Bennett Street, BATH BA1 2QH. Tel:
01225 477173 The story of fashion over the last 400 years is
told at the Museum of Costume, the finest museum of fashionable
garments in the world. www.museumofcostume.co.uk.
Location: In the centre
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Holburne Museum of Art, Great Poulteney St,
Bath, BA2 4DB. Tel: 01225 466669. Includes landscapes by Guardi,
portraits by Stubbs, Ramsay, Raeburn, Zoffany and Bath's own
artists Thomas Gainsborough, William Hoare and the Barkers of
Bath. www.romanbaths.co.uk. Location:
In the centre of Bath. |
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Castle
Combe Circuit, Castle Combe, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN14 7EY.
Tel: 01249 782417. Circuit activities here at Castle Combe Circuit
include Race Car Meetings, Motorcycle Race Meetings, both Motorbike
and Car Track Days, and Driving Experiences, where you can feel
the thrill of driving our race cars around a race circuit. www.castlecombecircuit.co.uk. About 9 miles north east of Bath. |
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Lacock Abbey, Fox Talbot Museum & Village,
Lacock, nr Chippenham, Wiltshire SN15 2LG. Tel: 01249 730459.
Medieval cloistered abbey converted into a fine country house.
Newly-restored botanic gardens. Location for films, 'Harry Potter',
'Pride and Prejudice', 'Moll Flanders' and 'Emma'. National Trust.
Charges apply. About 11
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Dyrham
Park, Dyrham, nr Chippenham, Gloucestershire SN14 8ER. Tel: 0117
937 2501. 17th-century mansion, garden and deer park. Film location
for 'Remains of the Day' (1993). National Trust. Charges apply. About 7 miles
north of Bath. |
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Great Chalfield Manor, nr Melksham, Wiltshire
SN12 8NH. Tel: 01225 782239. 15th-century manor house and garden.
Moat, gatehouse and great hall. National Trust. Charges apply.
About 7 miles east of
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The
Kennet & Avon Canal Trust, Canal Centre, Couch Lane, Devizes,
Wiltshire, SN10 1EB. Tel: +44 (0)1380 721279. The Trust has been
in existence for over 40 years. It was formed to restore the,
then closed, Kennet & Avon Canal from Reading to Bristol
as a "through" navigation and as a public amenity. www.katrust.org. Bath
& Bristol Branch. |
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The
Bridgwater & Taunton Canal. The Bridgwater & Taunton
Canal is 14½ miles long, with the two towns at each end.
In between it runs through the rolling countryside of the Somersetl
owlands and also along the Tone Valley. A diversity of rare birds
and plants thrive along the route. The towpath, together with
public rights of way complete the route between Bridgwater &
Taunton. Starts in the centre of Bridgwater. |
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MAUNSEL LOCK CANAL CENTRE & TEA SHOP,
North Newton, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA7 0DH. Tel: 01278 663160.
Situated midway along the Bridgwater & Taunton Canal. Open
spring to autumn, boat available for short trips and hire. About 4 miles south of Bridgwater. |
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Coleridge
Cottage, 35 Lime Street, Nether Stowey, Bridgwater, Somerset
TA5 1NQ. Tel: 01278 732662. Home of the poet Samuel Taylor Coleridge.
The Rime of the Ancient Mariner was written here. National Trust.
Charges apply. About 6
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Admiral Blake Museum, 5 Blake Street, Bridgwater,
TA6 3NB. Tel: 01278 456 127. History of Bridgwater. Archaeology,
prehistoric finds, Roman material. Display includes Robert Blake's
sea chest. Medals Collection. Part wheelchair access. Location: In the centre of Bridgwater. |
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Avon Valley Railway Company Limited, Bitton
Station, Bath Road, Bitton, Bristol, BS30 6HD. Tel: 0117 932
5538. A six mile return train ride along the former Mangotsfield
to Bath Green Park branch of the old Midland Railway, and the
chance to see the River Avon valley from an aspect that cars
cannot reach. www.avonvalleyrailway.org. Location: On the outskirts of Bristol. |
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At-Bristol,
Harbourside, Bristol, BS1 5DB Bookings and Information: 0845
345 1235. A unique destination bringing science, nature and art
to life. A place of discovery and surprise, home to three magical
attractions; Explore At-Bristol, Wildwalk At-Bristol and IMAX
Theatre At-Bristol. Planetarium. Events and Exhibitions. www.at-bristol.org.uk. Location: In the centre of Bristol. |
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Bristol City Museum & Art Gallery, Queens
Road, West End, BRISTOL, BS8 1RL. Tel: 0117 922 3571. Collection
of art and archaeology, geology and natural history in a magnificent
early 20thC building. Shop and cafe. Location: In the centre of Bristol. |
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Brunel's
SS Great Britain, Great Western Dockyard, Gas Ferry Road, Bristol,
BS1 6TY. Tel: 0117 926 0680. See the world’s first ocean-going,
propeller driven iron ship, and see what life was like for her
victorian passengers and crew. Location: In the centre of Bristol. |
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Bristol Old Vic Theatre, King Street, Old
City, Bristol, BS1 4ED. Tel: 0117 987 7877. A Georgian auditorium
in the city's harbourside, featuring shows for families classics
from local and national theatre companies. Working since 1766.
www.bristol-old-vic.co.uk. Location:
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Blaise Castle House Museum, Henbury Road,
Henbury, Bristol, Somerset, BS10 7QS. Tel: 0117 903 9818. 19th
century mansion, set in 400 acres of parkland where you can step
back in time and see the household items of our ancestors! Steeped
in history and set in beautiful parkland, discover everyday objects
from times past. Location:
On the outskirts, north west of Bristol. |
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Bristol
Zoo Gardens, Clifton, Bristol, Somerset BS8 3HA. Tel: 0117 974
7300. From the smallest and rarest tortoise in the world, to
the largest ape, there are over 400 exotic and endangered species
to experience. Experience animal encounters and feeding times.
Allow 2-5 hours for your visit. www.bristolzoo.org.uk.
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The Kennet & Avon Canal Trust, Canal Centre,
Couch Lane, Devizes, Wiltshire, SN10 1EB. Tel: +44 (0)1380 721279.
The Trust has been in existence for over 40 years. It was formed
to restore the, then closed, Kennet & Avon Canal from Reading
to Bristol as a "through" navigation and as a public
amenity. www.katrust.org. Bath
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Animal Farm, Red Road, Berrow, Burnham-on-Sea,
Somerset, TA8 2RW. Tel: 01278 751628. The key attraction apart
from the animals has to be the all-weather play barn which attracts
many local families and holiday makers, giving children the opportunity
to play whatever the weather. Shop and cafe. www.animal-farm.co.uk.
About 3 miles north of
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The
Bridgwater & Taunton Canal. The Bridgwater & Taunton
Canal is 14½ miles long, with the two towns at each end.
In between it runs through the rolling countryside of the Somersetl
owlands and also along the Tone Valley. A diversity of rare birds
and plants thrive along the route. The towpath, together with
public rights of way complete the route between Bridgwater &
Taunton. About 7 miles south of Burnham On Sea. |
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Admiral Blake Museum, 5 Blake Street, Bridgwater,
TA6 3NB. Tel: 01278 456 127. History of Bridgwater. Archaeology,
prehistoric finds, Roman material. Display includes Robert Blake's
sea chest. Medals Collection. Part wheelchair access. About 7 miles south of Burnham On
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The
Helicopter Museum, Locking Moor Road, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset,
BS24 8PP. Tel: 01934635227. World's Largest Dedicated Helicopter
Museum. The Helicopter Museum is Weston-super-Mare's largest
undercover all weather attraction and a fun place for all the
family, with a coffee shop, children's play area and a gift shop.
Open Cockpit days. Air Experience Flights.
About 7 miles north of
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The Playhouse, High Street, Weston-super-Mare,
Somerset, BS23 1HP. Tel: 01934 645 544. Wheelchair users should
be accompanied. Dedicated disabled toilets are available. Our
bar and coffee bar are open from 30 minutes before curtain-up
until the end of the interval and offer a wide variety of drinks,
crisps, ice creams and confectionary. www.theplayhouse.co.uk. About 7 miles north of Burnham On
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Sherborne Castle, Cheap Street, Sherborne,
Dorset DT9 3PY. Tel: 01935 813182. Castle, Gardens, Shop and
Tearoom. Set in 40 acres of glorious 'Capability' Brown landscaped
gardens and grounds around a 50 acre lake, the Castle contains
a splendid collection of art, furniture and porcelain. Castle
viewing takes place over three floors and only the ground floor
is accessible to wheelchair users. www.sherbornecastle.com. About 9 miles south of Castle Cary. |
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Sandford
Orcas Manor House, Sandford Orcas, Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 4SB.
Tel: 01963 220206. Tudor manor house in the heart of Dorset is
said to be home to fourteen ghosts. 17th century Dutch and 18th
century English paintings. About 7 miles south of Castle Cary. |
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Fleet Air Arm Museum, RNAS Yeovilton, Near
Ilchester, Somerset, BA22 8HT. Tel: +44 (0) 1935 840565. We have
a huge range of exhibits covering all aspects of the Fleet Air
Arms activities. 95% of the museum is accessible to people in
wheelchairs. Swordfish Restaurant. www.fleetairarm.com. About 8 miles south west of Castle
Cary. |
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Royal
Bath & West of England Society, The Showground, Shepton Mallet,
Somerset BA4 6QN. Tel: 01749 822222. The Royal Bath & West
of England Society hosts a whole host of current events ranging
from agricultural shows and events, motorcycle, and rural craft
shows, countryside features & extreme sports. www.bathandwest.com. About 5 miles north of Castle Cary. |
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Haynes International Motor Museum, Sparkford,
Yeovil, Somerset, BA22 7LH. Tel: 01963 440 804. The prestigious
Haynes International Motor Museum is the UK's largest exhibition
of the greatest cars from around the world. A living and working
museum, with over 340 amazing cars and bikes from nostalgic classics
of the 50s and 60s, glorious Bentleys and Rolls Royces to exciting
super cars of today, like the Jaguar XJ220. Shop. Restaurant.
www.haynesmotormuseum.com. About
3 miles south of Castle Cary. |
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Chard & District Museum, Godworthy House,
High Street, Chard, Somerset, TA20 1QL. Local history. Exhibitions
on powered flight. History of Artificial limbs. Archaeology,
Medicine, Music, Social History, Weapons and War. Wheelchair
access to some public areas. Location:
On the outskirts of Chard. |
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Forde
Abbey, Chard, Somerset. TA20 4LU. Tel: 01460 220231. Great Hall.
Monk’s Dormitory. Cloisters. Chapel. State Rooms. The Forde
Abbey tapestries were made in approximately 1620. The Oak Room
is dominated by the enormous four poster bed. The four poster
bed in The Bentham Room, with its red damask hangings was made
for the visit to the Abbey by Queen Anne in 1714. www.fordeabbey.co.uk. About 3 miles east of Chard. |
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 Barrington Court, Barrington, nr Ilminster,
Somerset TA19 0NQ. Tel: 01460 241938. Jekyll-inspired garden,
working kitchen garden and Tudor manor house. Colourful layout
in a series of 'rooms' Arboretum with vivid golden hues in Autumn. Kitchen garden produce used in the restaurant. National Trust. Charges apply. (Photo © NTPL / Neil Campbell-Sharp). www.nationaltrust.org.uk. About 7 miles north of Chard. |
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The
Wildlife Park at Cricket St Thomas, Chard, Somerset, TA20 4DD.
Tel: 01460 30111. One of the top Wildlife Parks in the southwest.
One of its aims is to create environments in which animals can
behave as naturally as possible. Lemur, marmoset, monkeys, camel
deer, iguana and more. www.cstwp.co.uk.
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 Stoke-sub-Hamdon Priory, North Street, Stoke-sub-Hamdon,
Somerset TA4 6QP. Tel: 01935 823289. 14th/15th-century farm buildings,
formerly a priests' residence. The Great Hall is open to visitors.
National Trust. Charges apply. (Photo © NTPL / John Bethell).
www.nationaltrust.org.uk. About
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King John's Hunting Lodge, The Square, Axbridge,
Somerset BS26 2AP. Tel: 01934 732012. Wool-merchant's house.
The property is run as a local history museum by Axbridge and
District Museum Trust. The early Tudor timber-framed house was
extensively restored in 1971. National Trust. About 3 miles west of Cheddar. |
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Cheddar
Caves & Gorge, Cheddar, Somerset, BS27 3QF. Tel: 01934 74234.A
major tourist attraction for over 200 years, with plenty to do
above and below ground. Outstanding Natural Beauty, where you'll
find many rare species. The Cathedral-like Caves and Britain's
biggest Gorge are million-year-old Ice Age river beds. Your ancestors
have lived here for 40,000 years, and world-famous Cheddar Man
is Britain's oldest complete skeleton. www.cheddarcaves.co.uk.
Location: On the outskirts
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Wookey Hole Caves, Wookey Hole, Wells, Somerset,
BA5 1BB. Tel: 01749 672243. When you visit Wookey Hole Caves
your guide will relate the 50,000 year history of the caves as
home to both humans and animals. The crazy magical distorting
mirrors are as popular as ever. Wookey Hole has the biggest collection
of original Edwardian Penny Arcade machines. And more...www.wookey.co.uk.
About 5 miles south south
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Glastonbury
Abbey, The Abbey Gatehouse, Magdalene Street, GLASTONBURY, Somerset,
BA6 9EL. Tel: 01458 832267. For centuries travellers and pilgrims
have visited this sacred site. Our Visitor Centre completes the
experience with many wonderful exhibits on display. Spend time
walking through the wonderful grounds.
www.glastonburyabbey.com. Location:
About 9 miles south of Cheddar. |
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 Clevedon Court, Tickenham Road, Clevedon,
North Somerset BS21 6QU. Tel: 01275 872257. Outstanding 14th-century
manor house and 18th-century terraced garden. 12th-century tower
and 13th-century great hall. National Trust. Charges apply. (Photo
© NTPL / Rupert Truman). www.nationaltrust.org.uk. Location: On the outskirts of Clevedon. |
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The
Helicopter Museum, Locking Moor Road, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset,
BS24 8PP. Tel: 01934635227. World's Largest Dedicated Helicopter
Museum. The Helicopter Museum is Weston-super-Mare's largest
undercover all weather attraction and a fun place for all the
family, with a coffee shop, children's play area and a gift shop.
Open Cockpit days. Air Experience Flights.
Location: About 7 miles
south of Clevedon in Weston-super-Mare. |
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Grand Pier, Marine Parade, Weston-super-Mare,
North Somerset, BS23 1AL. Tel: 01934 620238. The pier, 1½
miles long, was intended to serve two purposes: for shipping
at all tides at the far end and for entertainment near the shore.
Today you will find the Big Wheel, Castle of Doom, Ten Pin Bowling,
Children's Adventure, Playground, Kids Ball Pool, Crazy House,
Train. www.grandpierwsm.co.uk. Location:
About 7 miles south of Clevedon in Weston-super-Mare. |
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Tyntesfield, Wraxall,
North Somerset BS48 1NT. Tel: 0870 458 4500 (Infoline). Spectacular
Victorian country house and estate. The project at Tyntesfield
is still in the early stages of development. Huge progress has
been made in opening much, but not all of the property. National Trust.
Charges apply. (Photo © NTPL / Andrew Butler). www.nationaltrust.org.uk. About 5 miles east of Clevedon. |
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Forde
Abbey, Chard, Somerset. TA20 4LU. Tel: 01460 220231. Great Hall.
Monk’s Dormitory. Cloisters. Chapel. State Rooms. The Forde
Abbey tapestries were made in approximately 1620. The Oak Room
is dominated by the enormous four poster bed. The four poster
bed in The Bentham Room, with its red damask hangings was made
for the visit to the Abbey by Queen Anne in 1714. www.fordeabbey.co.uk. About 5 miles south west of Crewkerne. |
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Barrington Court, Barrington, nr Ilminster,
Somerset TA19 0NQ. Tel: 01460 241938. Jekyll-inspired garden,
working kitchen garden and Tudor manor house. Colourful layout
in a series of 'rooms' Arboretum with vivid golden hues in Autumn. Kitchen garden produce used in the restaurant. National Trust. Charges apply. (Photo © NTPL / Neil Campbell-Sharp). www.nationaltrust.org.uk. About 6 miles north of Crewkerne. |
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The
Wildlife Park at Cricket St Thomas, Chard, Somerset, TA20 4DD.
Tel: 01460 30111. One of the top Wildlife Parks in the southwest.
One of its aims is to create environments in which animals can
behave as naturally as possible. Lemur, marmoset, monkeys, camel
deer, iguana and more. www.cstwp.co.uk.
About 4 miles west of
Crewkerne. |
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Stoke-sub-Hamdon Priory, North Street, Stoke-sub-Hamdon,
Somerset TA4 6QP. Tel: 01935 823289. 14th/15th-century farm buildings,
formerly a priests' residence. The Great Hall is open to visitors.
National Trust. Charges apply. (Photo © NTPL / John Bethell).
www.nationaltrust.org.uk. About
5 miles north of Crewkerne. |
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Longleat, Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 7NW.
Tel: 01985 844400. The star of BBC’s hugely popular Animal
Park series. Discover the magnificent animals which roam the
first Safari Park outside Africa from the comfort of your own
car - giraffes, zebras, lions and tigers. www.longleat.co.uk.
About 3 miles south of
Frome. |
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East
Somerset Railway, Cranmore Railway Station, Cranmore, Shepton
Mallet, Somerset, BA4 4QP. Tel: 01749 880417. The East Somerset
Railway is an ex-Great Western Railway branchline running through
the Mendip hills near Shepton Mallet, Somerset, UK. Steam trains
run all year, with a 5-mile round trip through the rolling countryside.
Fancy having a go at driving a steam engine? www.eastsomersetrailway.com.
About 7 miles west of
Frome. |
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Nunney Castle, Nunney, Frome, Somerset BA11.
A small, French style castle surrounded by a deep moat, makes
an attractive and interesting place to visit in what is already
a pretty village. Be in 1373. About
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Cheddar
Caves & Gorge, Cheddar, Somerset, BS27 3QF. Tel: 01934 74234.A
major tourist attraction for over 200 years, with plenty to do
above and below ground. Outstanding Natural Beauty, where you'll
find many rare species. The Cathedral-like Caves and Britain's
biggest Gorge are million-year-old Ice Age river beds. Your ancestors
have lived here for 40,000 years, and world-famous Cheddar Man
is Britain's oldest complete skeleton. www.cheddarcaves.co.uk.
About 9 miles north of
Glastonbury. |
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Wookey Hole Caves, Wookey Hole, Wells, Somerset,
BA5 1BB. Tel: 01749 672243. When you visit Wookey Hole Caves
your guide will relate the 50,000 year history of the caves as
home to both humans and animals. The crazy magical distorting
mirrors are as popular as ever. Wookey Hole has the biggest collection
of original Edwardian Penny Arcade machines. And more...www.wookey.co.uk.
About 6 miles north of
Glastonbury. |
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Royal
Bath & West of England Society, The Showground, Shepton Mallet,
Somerset BA4 6QN. Tel: 01749 822222. The Royal Bath & West
of England Society hosts a whole host of current events ranging
from agricultural shows and events, motorcycle, and rural craft
shows, countryside features & extreme sports. www.bathandwest.com. About 8 miles east of Glastonbury. |
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Glastonbury Abbey, The Abbey Gatehouse, Magdalene
Street, GLASTONBURY, Somerset, BA6 9EL. Tel: 01458 832267. For
centuries travellers and pilgrims have visited this sacred site.
Our Visitor Centre completes the experience with many wonderful
exhibits on display. Spend time walking through the wonderful
grounds. www.glastonburyabbey.com. Location: In the centre of Glastonbury. |
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Chard & District Museum, Godworthy House,
High Street, Chard, Somerset, TA20 1QL. Local history. Exhibitions
on powered flight. History of Artificial limbs. Archaeology,
Medicine, Music, Social History, Weapons and War. Wheelchair
access to some public areas. About
4 miles south of Ilminster. |
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Forde
Abbey, Chard, Somerset. TA20 4LU. Tel: 01460 220231. Great Hall.
Monk’s Dormitory. Cloisters. Chapel. State Rooms. The Forde
Abbey tapestries were made in approximately 1620. The Oak Room
is dominated by the enormous four poster bed. The four poster
bed in The Bentham Room, with its red damask hangings was made
for the visit to the Abbey by Queen Anne in 1714. www.fordeabbey.co.uk. About 6 miles south of Ilminster. |
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Barrington Court, Barrington, nr Ilminster,
Somerset TA19 0NQ. Tel: 01460 241938. Jekyll-inspired garden,
working kitchen garden and Tudor manor house. Colourful layout
in a series of 'rooms' Arboretum with vivid golden hues in Autumn. Kitchen garden produce used in the restaurant. National Trust. Charges apply. (Photo © NTPL / Neil Campbell-Sharp). www.nationaltrust.org.uk. About 3 miles north of Ilminster . |
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The
Wildlife Park at Cricket St Thomas, Chard, Somerset, TA20 4DD.
Tel: 01460 30111. One of the top Wildlife Parks in the southwest.
One of its aims is to create environments in which animals can
behave as naturally as possible. Lemur, marmoset, monkeys, camel
deer, iguana and more. www.cstwp.co.uk.
About 4 miles south of
Ilminster . |
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Stoke-sub-Hamdon Priory, North Street, Stoke-sub-Hamdon,
Somerset TA4 6QP. Tel: 01935 823289. 14th/15th-century farm buildings,
formerly a priests' residence. The Great Hall is open to visitors.
National Trust. Charges apply. (Photo © NTPL / John Bethell).
www.nationaltrust.org.uk. About
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The
Kennet & Avon Canal Trust, Canal Centre, Couch Lane, Devizes,
Wiltshire, SN10 1EB. Tel: +44 (0)1380 721279. The Trust has been
in existence for over 40 years. It was formed to restore the,
then closed, Kennet & Avon Canal from Reading to Bristol
as a "through" navigation and as a public amenity. www.katrust.org. Bath
& Bristol Branch. |
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Avon Valley Railway Company Limited, Bitton
Station, Bath Road, Bitton, Bristol, BS30 6HD. Tel: 0117 932
5538. A six mile return train ride along the former Mangotsfield
to Bath Green Park branch of the old Midland Railway, and the
chance to see the River Avon valley from an aspect that cars
cannot reach. www.avonvalleyrailway.org. Location: On the outskirts of Bristol, 2 miles north
of Keynsham. |
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Bristol City Museum & Art Gallery, Queens
Road, West End, BRISTOL, BS8 1RL. Tel: 0117 922 3571. Collection
of art and archaeology, geology and natural history in a magnificent
early 20thC building. Shop and cafe. Location: About 4 miles north west of Keynsham. |
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Brunel's
SS Great Britain, Great Western Dockyard, Gas Ferry Road, Bristol,
BS1 6TY. Tel: 0117 926 0680. See the world’s first ocean-going,
propeller driven iron ship, and see what life was like for her
victorian passengers and crew. Location: About 4 miles north west
of Keynsham. |
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Bristol Old Vic Theatre, King Street, Old
City, Bristol, BS1 4ED. Tel: 0117 987 7877. A Georgian auditorium
in the city's harbourside, featuring shows for families classics
from local and national theatre companies. Working since 1766.
www.bristol-old-vic.co.uk. Location:
About 4 miles north west of Keynsham. |
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East
Somerset Railway, Cranmore Railway Station, Cranmore, Shepton
Mallet, Somerset, BA4 4QP. Tel: 01749 880417. The East Somerset
Railway is an ex-Great Western Railway branchline running through
the Mendip hills near Shepton Mallet, Somerset, UK. Steam trains
run all year, with a 5-mile round trip through the rolling countryside.
Fancy having a go at driving a steam engine ?
www.eastsomersetrailway.com. About
8 miles south of Midsomer Norton. |
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Nunney Castle, Nunney, Frome, Somerset BA11.
A small, French style castle surrounded by a deep moat, makes
an attractive and interesting place to visit in what is already
a pretty village. Be in 1373. About
6 miles south of Midsomer Norton. |
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Radstock
Museum, Waterloo Road, Radstock BA3 3ER. Tel: 01761 437722. An
award-winning museum that offers an insight into North Somerset
life since the nineteenth century. Displays include: Mining Section
& replica coalface, Miner's Cottage kitchen, scullery and
privy, Victorian Classroom, Village Co-op Shop, Radstock Town
Centre Model (Circa.1930). www.radstockmuseum.co.uk.
Location: About 1 mile
east of Midsomer Norton. |
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 Dunster Castle, Dunster, nr Minehead, Somerset
TA24 6SL. Tel: 01643 821314. Ancient castle with fine interiors
and sub-tropical gardens. Romantic castle with turrets and towers.
Dramatic hilltop location with sweeping views over Exmoor and
the Bristol Channel. Home to the National Collection of strawberry
trees. National Trust. Charges apply. (Photo © NTPL / Magnus
Rew). www.nationaltrust.org.uk. About 2 miles south east of Minehead. |
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The
Dunster Dolls Museum, Memorial Hall, 17 High Street, Dunster,
Minehead, TA24 6SF. Collection of 7000 dolls from different periods
and countries. About 2 miles south east of Minehead. |
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West Somerset Railway Plc, The Railway Station,
Minehead, Somerset, TA24 5BG. Tel: 01643 704996. Enjoy 20 miles
of glorious Somerset scenery with the West Somerset Railway.
The train runs from Bishops Lydeard, near Taunton, beside the
Quantock Hills northwards to the coast, then on to Minehead.
www.west-somerset-railway.co.uk. Station at Minehead. |
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Driftwood
Cafe in Blue Anchor. Driftwood Café, Blue Anchor Bay,
Blue Anchor, Somerset, TA24 6LD. Cafe, Food, beach themed goods.
www.thedriftwood.co.uk. Close
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Cleeve Abbey, Washford, Somerset, TA23 0PS.
The picturesque Cistercian abbey of Cleeve boasts the most impressively
complete and unaltered set of monastic cloister buildings in
England. Toilets. Shop. Most of ground floor accessible either
via 4 steps or via alternative route. Ramp access from grounds
to church and cloisters; cobbles and gravel in courtyard. www.english-heritage.org.uk.
About 6 miles east of
Minehead. |
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Tyntesfield, Wraxall,
North Somerset BS48 1NT. Tel: 0870 458 4500 (Infoline). Spectacular
Victorian country house and estate. The project at Tyntesfield
is still in the early stages of development. Huge progress has
been made in opening much, but not all of the property. National Trust.
Charges apply. (Photo © NTPL / Andrew Butler). www.nationaltrust.org.uk. About 1 mile east of Nailsea. |
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Clevedon Court, Tickenham Road, Clevedon,
North Somerset BS21 6QU. Tel: 01275 872257. Outstanding 14th-century
manor house and 18th-century terraced garden. 12th-century tower
and 13th-century great hall. National Trust. Charges apply. (Photo
© NTPL / Rupert Truman). www.nationaltrust.org.uk. Location: About 3 mile west of Nailsea. |
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Bristol
Zoo Gardens, Clifton, Bristol, Somerset BS8 3HA. Tel: 0117 974
7300. From the smallest and rarest tortoise in the world, to
the largest ape, there are over 400 exotic and endangered species
to experience. Experience animal encounters and feeding times.
Allow 2-5 hours for your visit. www.bristolzoo.org.uk.
Location: About 6 mile
north east of Nailsea, on the outskirts of Bristol. |
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The
Bridgwater & Taunton Canal. The Bridgwater & Taunton
Canal is 14½ miles long, with the two towns at each end.
In between it runs through the rolling countryside of the Somersetl
owlands and also along the Tone Valley. A diversity of rare birds
and plants thrive along the route. The towpath, together with
public rights of way complete the route between Bridgwater &
Taunton. Passes within
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MAUNSEL LOCK CANAL CENTRE & TEA SHOP,
North Newton, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA7 0DH. Tel: 01278 663160.
situated midway along the Bridgwater & Taunton Canal. Open
spring to autumn, boat available for short trips and hire. About 2 miles south of North Petherton. |
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Coleridge
Cottage, 35 Lime Street, Nether Stowey, Bridgwater, Somerset
TA5 1NQ. Tel: 01278 732662. Home of the poet Samuel Taylor Coleridge.
The Rime of the Ancient Mariner was written here. National Trust.
Charges apply. About 8
miles north west of North Petherton. |
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Admiral Blake Museum, 5 Blake Street, Bridgwater,
TA6 3NB. Tel: 01278 456 127. History of Bridgwater. Archaeology,
prehistoric finds, Roman material. Display includes Robert Blake's
sea chest. Medals Collection. Part wheelchair access. About 2 miles north of North Petherton. |
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East
Somerset Railway, Cranmore Railway Station, Cranmore, Shepton
Mallet, Somerset, BA4 4QP. Tel: 01749 880417. The East Somerset
Railway is an ex-Great Western Railway branchline running through
the Mendip hills near Shepton Mallet, Somerset, UK. Steam trains
run all year, with a 5-mile round trip through the rolling countryside.
Fancy having a go at driving a steam engine ?
www.eastsomersetrailway.com. About
8 miles south of Radstock. |
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Nunney Castle, Nunney, Frome, Somerset BA11.
A small, French style castle surrounded by a deep moat, makes
an attractive and interesting place to visit in what is already
a pretty village. Be in 1373. About
6 miles south of Radstock. |
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Radstock
Museum, Waterloo Road, Radstock BA3 3ER. Tel: 01761 437722. An
award-winning museum that offers an insight into North Somerset
life since the nineteenth century. Displays include: Mining Section
& replica coalface, Miner's Cottage kitchen, scullery and
privy, Victorian Classroom, Village Co-op Shop, Radstock Town
Centre Model (Circa.1930). www.radstockmuseum.co.uk.
Location: In the centre
of Radstock. |
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Wookey Hole Caves, Wookey Hole, Wells, Somerset,
BA5 1BB. Tel: 01749 672243. When you visit Wookey Hole Caves
your guide will relate the 50,000 year history of the caves as
home to both humans and animals. The crazy magical distorting
mirrors are as popular as ever. Wookey Hole has the biggest collection
of original Edwardian Penny Arcade machines. And more..www.wookey.co.uk.
About 5 miles west of
Shepton Mallet. |
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East
Somerset Railway, Cranmore Railway Station, Cranmore, Shepton
Mallet, Somerset, BA4 4QP. Tel: 01749 880417. The East Somerset
Railway is an ex-Great Western Railway branchline running through
the Mendip hills near Shepton Mallet, Somerset, UK. Steam trains
run all year, with a 5-mile round trip through the rolling countryside.
Fancy having a go at driving a steam engine ?
www.eastsomersetrailway.com. About
3 miles east of Shepton Mallet. |
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Royal Bath & West of England Society,
The Showground, Shepton Mallet, Somerset BA4 6QN. Tel: 01749
822222. The Royal Bath & West of England Society hosts a
whole host of current events ranging from agricultural shows
and events, motorcycle, and rural craft shows, countryside features
& extreme sports. www.bathandwest.com. About 2 miles south of Shepton Mallet. |
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Glastonbury
Abbey, The Abbey Gatehouse, Magdalene Street, GLASTONBURY, Somerset,
BA6 9EL. Tel: 01458 832267. For centuries travellers and pilgrims
have visited this sacred site. Our Visitor Centre completes the
experience with many wonderful exhibits on display. Spend time
walking through the wonderful grounds.
www.glastonburyabbey.com. Location:
About 7 miles south west of Shepton Mallet. |
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Wookey Hole Caves, Wookey Hole, Wells, Somerset,
BA5 1BB. Tel: 01749 672243. When you visit Wookey Hole Caves
your guide will relate the 50,000 year history of the caves as
home to both humans and animals. The crazy magical distorting
mirrors are as popular as ever. Wookey Hole has the biggest collection
of original Edwardian Penny Arcade machines. And more..www.wookey.co.uk.
About 8 miles north of
Street. |
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Royal
Bath & West of England Society, The Showground, Shepton Mallet,
Somerset BA4 6QN. Tel: 01749 822222. The Royal Bath & West
of England Society hosts a whole host of current events ranging
from agricultural shows and events, motorcycle, and rural craft
shows, countryside features & extreme sports. www.bathandwest.com. About 9 miles east of Street. |
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Glastonbury Abbey, The Abbey Gatehouse, Magdalene
Street, GLASTONBURY, Somerset, BA6 9EL. Tel: 01458 832267. For
centuries travellers and pilgrims have visited this sacred site.
Our Visitor Centre completes the experience with many wonderful
exhibits on display. Spend time walking through the wonderful
grounds. www.glastonburyabbey.com. Location: About 2 miles north of Street. |
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The Bridgwater & Taunton Canal. The Bridgwater
& Taunton Canal is 14½ miles long, with the two towns
at each end. In between it runs through the rolling countryside
of the Somersetl owlands and also along the Tone Valley. A diversity
of rare birds and plants thrive along the route. The towpath,
together with public rights of way complete the route between
Bridgwater & Taunton. Starts
in the centre of Taunton. |
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West
Somerset Railway Plc, The Railway Station, Minehead, Somerset,
TA24 5BG. Tel: 01643 704996. Enjoy 20 miles of glorious Somerset
scenery with the West Somerset Railway. The train runs from Bishops
Lydeard, near Taunton, beside the Quantock Hills northwards to
the coast, then on to Minehead. www.west-somerset-railway.co.uk.
Station at Bishops Lydeard,
4 miles north west of Taunton. |
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Somerset County Museum, Taunton Castle, Castle
Green, Taunton TA1 4AA Call 01823 320200. History of Taunton
and Somerset, displayed in the wonderful setting of Taunton Castle.
Toys and dolls, fossils, fine silver and pottery. Facilities
for the disabled and baby changing area. Location: In the centre of Taunton. |
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Dunster Castle, Dunster, nr Minehead, Somerset
TA24 6SL. Tel: 01643 821314. Ancient castle with fine interiors
and sub-tropical gardens. Romantic castle with turrets and towers.
Dramatic hilltop location with sweeping views over Exmoor and
the Bristol Channel. Home to the National Collection of strawberry
trees. National Trust. Charges apply. (Photo © NTPL / Magnus
Rew). www.nationaltrust.org.uk. About 4 miles west of Watchet. |
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The
Dunster Dolls Museum, Memorial Hall, 17 High Street, Dunster,
Minehead, TA24 6SF. Collection of 7000 dolls from different periods
and countries. About 4 miles west of Watchet. |
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West Somerset Railway Plc, The Railway Station,
Minehead, Somerset, TA24 5BG. Tel: 01643 704996. Enjoy 20 miles
of glorious Somerset scenery with the West Somerset Railway.
The train runs from Bishops Lydeard, near Taunton, beside the
Quantock Hills northwards to the coast, then on to Minehead.
www.west-somerset-railway.co.uk. Station at Watchet. |
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Cleeve
Abbey, Washford, Somerset, TA23 0PS. The picturesque Cistercian
abbey of Cleeve boasts the most impressively complete and unaltered
set of monastic cloister buildings in England. Toilets. Shop.
Most of ground floor accessible either via 4 steps or via alternative
route. Ramp access from grounds to church and cloisters; cobbles
and gravel in courtyard. www.english-heritage.org.uk.
About 2 miles south of
Watchet. |
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Coleridge Cottage, 35 Lime Street, Nether
Stowey, Bridgwater, Somerset TA5 1NQ. Tel: 01278 732662. Home
of the poet Samuel Taylor Coleridge. The Rime of the Ancient
Mariner was written here. National Trust. Charges apply. About 7 miles east of Watchet. |
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Coldharbour Mill Working Wool Museum, Uffculme,
Cullompton, Devon, EX15 3EE. Tel:01884-840960. A 200 year old
spinning mill set in tranquil village setting. The mill still
produces high quality worsted knitting yarn on its period machinery.
The restored water wheel that provided power for the factory.
The mill also hosts to a number of temporary exhibitions. www.coldharbourmill.org.uk.
About 7 miles south west
of Wellington. |
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West
Somerset Railway Plc, The Railway Station, Minehead, Somerset,
TA24 5BG. Tel: 01643 704996. Enjoy 20 miles of glorious Somerset
scenery with the West Somerset Railway. The train runs from Bishops
Lydeard, near Taunton, beside the Quantock Hills northwards to
the coast, then on to Minehead. www.west-somerset-railway.co.uk.
Station at Bishops Lydeard,
6 miles north of Wellington. |
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Somerset County Museum, Taunton Castle, Castle
Green, Taunton TA1 4AA Call 01823 320200. History of Taunton
and Somerset, displayed in the wonderful setting of Taunton Castle.
Toys and dolls, fossils, fine silver and pottery. Facilities
for the disabled and baby changing area. Location: About 5 miles east of Wellington. |
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Cheddar
Caves & Gorge, Cheddar, Somerset, BS27 3QF. Tel: 01934 74234.A
major tourist attraction for over 200 years, with plenty to do
above and below ground. Outstanding Natural Beauty, where you'll
find many rare species. The Cathedral-like Caves and Britain's
biggest Gorge are million-year-old Ice Age river beds. Your ancestors
have lived here for 40,000 years, and world-famous Cheddar Man
is Britain's oldest complete skeleton. www.cheddarcaves.co.uk.
About 5 miles north west
of Wells. |
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Wookey Hole Caves, Wookey Hole, Wells, Somerset,
BA5 1BB. Tel: 01749 672243. When you visit Wookey Hole Caves
your guide will relate the 50,000 year history of the caves |
- Cheddar Caves &
Gorge, Cheddar, Somerset, BS27 3QF. Tel: 01934 74234. www.cheddarcaves.co.uk.
- Sherborne Castle, Cheap Street, Sherborne, Dorset DT9 3PY.
Tel: 01935 813182. www.sherbornecastle.com.
- The Bridgwater &
Taunton Canal. The Bridgwater & Taunton Canal is 14½
miles long. Starts in the centre of Taunton.
- Dunster Castle, Dunster, nr Minehead, Somerset TA24 6SL. Tel:
01643 821314. www.nationaltrust.org.uk.
- Longleat, Warminster,
Wiltshire, BA12 7NW. Tel: 01985 844400. www.longleat.co.uk.
- Glastonbury Abbey, The Abbey Gatehouse, Magdalene Street, Glastonbury,
Somerset, BA6 9EL. Tel: 01458 832267. glastonburyabbey.com.
