Somerset - Historic County - England
Escapeandexplore.co.uk - Historic / Administrative County or Unitary Authority Somerset known as the Land of the Summer People. Holiday makers can visit The Mendips or the Quantock hills for walking. Bath, considered to be the most complete and best-preserved Georgian city in Britain.Cheddar Gorge with its beautiful stalagmites.

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Somerset - Historic County - England
  • Somerset in the south-west of England, has dramatic hill scenery and is known as the Land of the Summer People.
  • Somerset has a range of five hills - The Mendips, the Quantocks, the Poldens, the Blackdowns, and the Brendons, all provide wonderful walking and spectacular views.
  • The World Heritage site of Bath, considered to be the most complete and best-preserved Georgian city in Britain.
  • The A39 coast road from Minehead to Lynton and Lynmouth is one of the most spectacular and beautiful drives in all England.
  • Visit Cheddar Gorge with its beautiful stalagmite caves.
  • Explore Wells, the smallest English City with it's wonderful Cathedral dating from 1180.
  • Glastonbury is probably best known for its enormous music festival, yet it is a town cloaked in Myth and Legend, and is often referred to as King Arthur's Isle of Avalon.
  • The Somerset Wetlands are known as the Levels and Moors and cover an area of 60,000 hectares.
  • The west part of Somerset is dominated by Exmoor National Park, which covers 265 square miles and extends into Devon.
  • Dunster Castle an ancient castle with fine interiors and subtropical gardens.
Selected Attractions in Somerset - See More
Cheddar Caves 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. Clevedon CourtNational Trust - Outstanding 14th-century manor house and 18th-century terraced garden. 12th-century tower and 13th-century great hall. Beautiful Georgian terraced gardens. Fascinating collection of Eltonware ceramics and Nailsea glass. SeaquariumSituated on the beach, the aquarium is surrounded by 3 miles of sand along the coast of Somerset, with panoramic views across the estuary of Wales. The centre contains an amazing underwater tunnel, providing visitors with a closer look into the depths of Tropiquaria Wil...A great day out for adults and children of all ages. Hold a snake or tarantula in the Tropical Hall, visit the amazing puppet show and the newly redecorated aquarium. For a nostalgic experience see the Radio Museum.
Somerset Holiday Suggestions & Ideas
Sherborne Castle Country Fair
The Sherborne Castle Country Fair presents a rich and fun programme of events, country activities, stands and entertainment including one of the largest Rare Breeds shows in the country. For one day every summer, one of the country's finest settings is transformed into the most interesting day out in the show calendar. The day is packed with fun activities and displays: from Dog Shows and Agility Dog displays to Dragon Boat Racing, arena displays to heavy horses, there really is something to suit everyone. There are many trade and boutique style stands to visit, including our beautiful Crafts Courtyard and our ever popular Food Hall which features local gourmet products.		 Hold a snake or creepy crawly!
Tropiquaria Animal and Adventure Park is a great day out for adults and children of all ages. Hold a snake or creepy crawly in the Tropical Hall, visit the amazing puppet show and the strange fish in the aquarium. For a nostalgic experience see the Radio Museum. Outside play for hours on the full-size pirate ships or in the Indoor Play Castle, and don't forget the animals all around our grounds. Hours of fun, rain or shine! Tropiquaria has a fine collection of rare and beautiful animals from around the world. We are active in conservation work, and have great plans for the future.
Walking Walking in Somerset
Liberty Trail
Heart of England Way
Exeter University Sculpture Trail		 Locations Quantock Hills
Mendip Hills
Holnicote Estate
Brean Down		 Events Active Mendip Festival,
Bath Film Festival
Bath Mozart Fest
Bridgwater Guy Fawkes Carnival		 Snippets Cheddar Man
Sally Lunn Bun
Isle of Athelney
Little Jack Horner
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