Tropiquaria

Tropiquaria Zoo in Somerset is a small zoo and tropical house located in a historic Grade II listed former BBC transmitting station. It features a tropical hall, aquarium with rare fish, and outdoor animal enclosures, along with play areas and a café, offering a diverse wildlife experience for families.

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Old Orchard Barn - The Annexe

Old Orchard Barn - The Annexe is a converted property set in the Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty near Buckland St Mary, Somerset, offering a peaceful and scenic retreat suited for couples with a ground floor layout and private garden.

Challette at Timbertops

Detached holiday chalet in the Exe Valley with views over rolling countryside, set within natural landscaped grounds and an enclosed lawned garden, suitable for families and pets, wheelchair accessible with private parking and included Wi-Fi.

2 miles from Knightshayes

Knightshayes is a National Trust estate in Devon with a distinctive Gothic Revival house, extensive formal and woodland gardens, and large parkland. Visitors can enjoy exploring the house interior, walking gardens with over 1200 plant species, a restored Victorian kitchen garden, and woodland adventure play. Facilities include a café and shop, and the venue is dog friendly and wheelchair accessible.

Bluebell Cottage

This accommodation is a detached renovated barn located in the Quantock Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering a peaceful and scenic rural retreat with garden and walking opportunities suitable for 2 guests and their pets.

2 miles from Halswell Park

Halswell Park is a Grade I-listed Elizabethan and Baroque house set within historic 18th-century parkland with temples and lakes. Visitors can explore restored state rooms and join behind-the-scenes tours of the full restoration project. The site offers both indoor exploration of the house and outdoor enjoyment of the gardens and water features, with refreshments available on the roof overlooking scenic views.

3 miles from Romantic Women Tour

8 Oct, 15 Oct…

A volunteer-led tour through the rooms of Coleridge Cottage explores the women who influenced Samuel Taylor Coleridge’s life and writing, including Sara Fricker and Dorothy Wordsworth.

Holly Farm Holiday Cottage - The Wrens

A stylish and peaceful two-bedroom bungalow in the countryside of Stoke St. Gregory, Somerset, offering step-free living and surrounded by scenic natural attractions.

3 miles from Burrow Mump

Burrow Mump is a historic hill in Somerset featuring the ruins of a 15th-century church atop a Norman motte, offering visitors panoramic views and a significant war memorial managed by the National Trust.

2 miles from Greylake

Greylake is a nature reserve on the Somerset Levels offering outdoor wildlife experiences with multiple habitats like reedbeds and wet grassland. Visitors can enjoy birdwatching from hides and viewpoints along accessible trails suitable for wheelchairs. The site is free to enter and provides a peaceful way to connect with native wildlife year-round.

Located in Bridgwater

Bridgwater is a historic market town in Somerset, England, known for its rich industrial and maritime heritage, cultural arts scene, river port, and annual illuminated Guy Fawkes Carnival attracting many visitors.

Whitney Cottage

Whitney Cottage is a stylish, bungalow-style holiday home set in the Somerset village of Horton, characterized by its peaceful countryside setting and private garden with a hot tub for up to 4 guests.

3 miles from Crook Peak to Shute Shelve Hill

Crook Peak to Shute Shelve Hill is a National Trust owned Site of Special Scientific Interest providing extensive outdoor natural landscapes including ancient woodland, calcareous grasslands, rare plant species, and important geological features such as caves with prehistoric fossils. Visitors can explore long-distance footpaths, enjoy scenic hill views, and visit historic sites related to early human occupation and model aircraft flying activities.

Near Daw's Castle

Daw's Castle is a historic clifftop fortress in Watchet, Somerset, established by King Alfred to guard against Viking attacks. It offers free public access during daylight hours, with nearby amenities and paid parking available. Visitors can explore the impressive outdoor site and also visit nearby historic attractions.

3 miles from Orchard Wyndham

Orchard Wyndham is a historic house in Somerset, home to the Wyndham family for over 700 years, showcasing diverse architecture and a complex history with guided tours available on selected dates from April to September.

Near Brean Leisure Park

Brean Leisure Park is a long-established amusement park in Brean, Somerset, offering a variety of thrill rides, family attractions, and an indoor/outdoor waterpark. It features rollercoasters, a water splash zone, and hosts concerts, providing entertainment for all ages from March to November each year.

2 miles from Wellington Monument

The Wellington Monument is a 175-foot tall triangular obelisk located on the Blackdown Hills near Wellington, Somerset. It commemorates the Duke of Wellington's victory at the Battle of Waterloo and offers an outdoor historic landmark experience with an internal viewing platform. Owned and maintained by the National Trust, the monument was restored and reopened in 2021.

Near Yarn Market, Dunster

The Yarn Market in Dunster, Somerset, is a historic Grade I listed octagonal building from the early 17th century, originally built to support the local wool and cloth trade, featuring a unique central pier with timber roofing and marked by Civil War history.

Near Victorian Kitchen Tours (weekends)

10 Oct, 17 Oct…

A guided tour takes visitors through Dunster Castle’s Victorian kitchen and larders, with stories about the cooks, maids and other staff who worked there.

2 miles from Fairfield

Fairfield is a medieval and Elizabethan country house lived in by the Acland Hood family for 800 years, offering guided tours of its historic rooms and access to gardens. Visitors can explore indoor historic rooms on scheduled guided tours and enjoy outdoor gardens, with free parking and pet-friendly policies.

2 miles from Poetry Reading in the Garden Room

7 Oct, 14 Oct…

Michael Bloom reads excerpts from Samuel Taylor Coleridge’s poems in the Garden Room at Coleridge Cottage, exploring the stories and landscapes that inspired his work.

West Middlewick Farm - Dartmoor

Dartmoor lodge is a rural retreat in Devon countryside with a cosy wood burner and enclosed garden, offering a peaceful and scenic setting suitable for families and pet owners.

Higher Blagrove Farm Cottages - The Horse Gin

This accommodation is a barn conversion located in the quiet North Devon countryside offering a peaceful and scenic rural retreat with waterside views and natural surroundings.

2 miles from Brean Down

Brean Down in Somerset offers a scenic outdoor experience with historic ruins, coastal walks, and a beachside café. Visitors can explore archaeological remains, enjoy spectacular views, and engage in family-friendly activities in a natural setting.

Located in Weston-super-Mare

Weston-super-Mare is a seaside town in Somerset, England, known for its sandy beach, historic piers, cultural venues, and rich heritage as a Victorian seaside resort.

Duvale Cottages - Orchard Barn

A large countryside property in Somerset near North Devon coastline, set by the Exe Valley with riverside setting and shared natural grounds, offering a spacious and homely retreat suitable for large groups and family gatherings.

The Cow Shed

This barn conversion accommodation offers views of the Blackdown Hills and is located adjacent to Somerset Wildlife Trust, featuring a private hot tub, enclosed garden, and patio with garden furniture and BBQ facilities.

Westpitt Farm - The Hay Loft

The Hay Loft is a spacious, luxurious five-bedroom barn conversion nestled in rural Mid Devon, offering tranquil countryside views over the Exe Valley and accommodating up to ten guests in a peaceful farm setting.

Near Tiverton Castle

Tiverton Castle is a historic motte and bailey castle in Devon, offering visitors a peaceful private house experience with a fine collection of Civil War arms and armour, medieval features, and beautiful gardens. It is open to the public seasonally with tailored tours and holiday accommodations available.

Located in Tiverton

Tiverton is a historic market town in Devon, England, known for its medieval heritage, wool trade history, and cultural attractions including Tiverton Castle and the Pannier Market. It offers a walkable town centre with rich history and modern amenities for visitors.

Triscombe Farm Country Cottages - Bracken Cottage

A ground floor stone cottage located in a peaceful valley within Exmoor National Park, offering scenic views with a shared indoor heated swimming pool and extensive gardens.

Kerridge View Barn - Pheasant

This is a two-bedroom barn conversion situated in the Devonshire countryside offering a peaceful and rural setting with shared garden and private patio space, suitable for a relaxing countryside retreat with views of nature.

Secret Skies - Rackenford

Secret Skies glamping pods offer a countryside retreat with enclosed garden views and a private hot tub, situated on a rural smallholding between South Molton and Tiverton with views over Exmoor and nearby countryside.