Somerset, Visitor & Tourism Guide
King Arthur and Bath, Skeletons and Donkeys
Birthplace of King Arthur, site to some of the finest Georgian architecture in the UK, resting place of the oldest complete human skeleton in Britain and home to some celebrated donkeys, Somerset offers cracking holidays.
Special places
There's a National Park (Exmoor National Park) and two Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (the Mendip Hills AONB and the Quantock Hills AONB), a UNESCO World Heritage Site City of Bath (Bath Abbey, Roman Baths, Pulteney Bridge, The Circus, Royal Crescent) and the smallest city in England (Wells)!
Fresh air and culture
If you're looking to get some fresh air, try Dunkery Beacon and Hill (the highest point in Exmoor National Park) or take one of the
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External Links
www.visitsomerset.co.uk
en.wikipedia.org
whc.unesco.org
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Located in Stoke St Gregory, Somerset, South West England, England Approximately 6.9 miles away. Visitor centre on the Somerset Levels celebrating 'the history and art of willow growing and basketmaking'. Opened in 1987, 'you will also find a wonderful selection of basketware to buy, handcrafted from Coate's own wil... |
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 Less than a mile away. Total Rooms: 25; Rates: £55 - £120 Per Night This early Victorian building offers an outdoor swimming pool and four-poster bed options, a 5-minute walk from the town centre, county cricket ground and the train and bus stations... |
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Less than a mile away. Total Rooms: 40; Rates: £68 - £68 Per Night Nice roomy bedrooms, comfy surroundings and friendly service. Everything a guest needs. Licensed bars and restaurants in or adjoining every hotel (not licensed at Motorway service areas), serving good food and drink at a... |
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 Less than a mile away. Total Rooms: 44; Rates: £120 - £230 Per Night In the heart of Taunton, 2 miles 3 2 km from the M5 motorway, this 4-star hotel has been welcoming travellers since the 12th century... |
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