Somerset

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.

2 miles from Selworthy

Selworthy is a picturesque village on the Holnicote Estate with thatched cottages, scenic walking trails including Selworthy Beacon and Bury Castle hillfort, a historic tea-room, and diverse natural landscapes offering both indoor and outdoor experiences.

Located in Minehead

Minehead is a historic coastal town in Somerset, England, known for its Victorian and Edwardian architecture, seaside attractions, and outdoor activities. It features a beach, a heritage railway, the Butlins holiday camp, and hosts traditional events like the May Day Hobby Horse festival.

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 Leigh Woods National Nature Reserve

Leigh Woods is a 2 km² national nature reserve near Bristol, featuring ancient woodland, rare plant species, and historic sites like the Stokeleigh Camp hillfort. It offers outdoor activities including walking, rock climbing, and mountain biking in a protected natural environment.

Near Walton and Ivythorn Hills

Walton and Ivythorn Hills are a National Trust managed biological site of special scientific interest in Somerset featuring limestone hills, calcareous grasslands, historic buildings, and walking trails including the Polden Way.

2 miles from Fyne Court

Fyne Court is a National Trust nature reserve and visitor centre in Somerset, featuring historic estate grounds with woodland, ponds, meadows, and remnants of a 19th-century country house. Visitors can explore outdoor natural habitats as well as indoor visitor facilities including a café and shop.

2 miles from Toddler Tuesdays

6 Oct, 13 Oct…

Toddler Tuesdays is a term-time session for under-fives and their carers, with nature play, stories, crafts and gentle walks.

3 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.

2 miles from Clevedon Court

Clevedon Court is a historic 14th-century manor house in North Somerset, managed by the National Trust, featuring medieval architecture, extensive terraced gardens, and a collection of family heirlooms and Eltonware pottery. The house and gardens offer both indoor and outdoor visitor experiences and showcase the heritage of the Elton family.

3 miles from The Bishop’s Palace and Gardens

This 14-acre Grade II-listed garden in Wells features historic and contemporary garden styles including a Dutch-style garden, arboretum, and glasshouse. Visitors can explore moated grounds with spring pools, sculpture, and plant sales, along with a children's play area and refreshments. The adjacent Bishop's Palace buildings and chapel are also open.

3 miles from Alfred's Tower

Alfred's Tower is a 49-meter high folly tower located in Somerset, England, commemorating King Alfred the Great and historic events from the 9th century. It features a viewing platform accessible by spiral staircase and offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. The tower is part of the National Trust and stands on the historic Stourhead Estate.

2 miles from Watersmeet

Watersmeet House is a National Trust property in Devon featuring a historic fishing lodge with a tea room and shop, nestled at a river gorge confluence and serving as a gateway to extensive woodland and riverside walks. The site includes a notable area of ancient oak woodland designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest.

2 miles from 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.

3 miles from Hestercombe Gardens

Hestercombe is a restored garden estate featuring three centuries of garden design with lakes, temples, woodlands, and a house with a contemporary art gallery and bookshop. It offers both outdoor garden exploration and indoor cultural experiences.

Near Lanlay

Lanlay Meadows in the Vale of Glamorgan is a tranquil pre-war meadow rich in wildlife and mature trees, offering scenic outdoor walking paths and a rare natural habitat along the River Ely.

3 miles from Cadbury Camp

Cadbury Camp is an Iron Age hill fort located in Somerset, England, featuring ancient earthworks and ditches on a natural ridge. It is historically significant and managed by the National Trust with ongoing conservation efforts to preserve its natural and archaeological features.

3 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.

3 miles from The Newt Garden

The Newt in Somerset is a formal garden laid out in Baroque style with a historic apple tree maze, extensive plant cultivars, a winter garden with exotic species, and ancient woodland. It offers a rich outdoor horticultural experience shaped by renowned designers over 200 years.

3 miles from Coleridge Cottage

Coleridge Cottage is a 17th century historic cottage in Nether Stowey, Somerset, where poet Samuel Taylor Coleridge lived and wrote some of his famous works. Now a National Trust writer's home museum, it features period rooms, a garden with wildflowers, and serves as the starting point for the Coleridge Way walking trail.

2 miles from Ebbor Gorge

Ebbor Gorge is a limestone canyon in Somerset renowned for its geological formations, Neolithic and Bronze Age artifacts, rich biodiversity including rare butterflies and bats, and scenic trails managed as a national nature reserve by Natural England.

Near Barrington Court

Barrington Court is a Tudor manor house in Somerset, combining historic architecture with Arts and Crafts-style gardens originally designed by Gertrude Jekyll. Visitors can explore the historic house, converted stable buildings, and extensive ornamental gardens including a kitchen garden supplying the onsite restaurant.

Near UPDATED: Remarkable Rangers: Apple Harvest Weekends

10–11 Oct (this weekend)

Visitors can join the Ranger team to collect apples from Barrington Court’s orchards, which contain more than 100 varieties. The harvest activity takes place across the first two weekends of October.

2 miles from Lorna Doone Valley

Lorna Doone Valley in Devon is a scenic outdoor destination famous for its connection to the novel Lorna Doone. Visitors can enjoy extensive walks, a family-friendly wild play area, wildlife spotting, and amenities like a tea-room and gallery. The site also offers camping and glamping in a tranquil dark sky reserve setting.

2 miles from Fursdon House

Fursdon House is a historic Georgian manor with centuries of family heritage, offering guided tours of the house, beautiful landscaped gardens, and a tearoom serving local treats. Visitors can enjoy scenic views, children's play area, and pet-friendly outdoor spaces.

Near Ham Wall

Ham Wall is a nature reserve in Somerset offering diverse wetlands habitats that are a haven for rare and colorful birds and mammals. Visitors can explore accessible trails, hides, and viewing platforms to enjoy wildlife, with facilities including toilets, picnic areas, a play area, and a refreshment stall.

3 miles from Forde Abbey & Gardens

Forde Abbey is a historic former Cistercian monastery set in Dorset countryside with 30 acres of diverse, beautifully maintained gardens showcasing seasonal floral displays and natural features. It offers visitors a rich outdoor experience of nature and heritage.

2 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.

2 miles from Glastonbury Tor

Glastonbury Tor is a prominent hill in Somerset, England, topped by the roofless tower of St Michael's Church. It features mysterious terraced slopes and is steeped in history, mythology, and spirituality, including links to King Arthur and the island of Avalon. The site is managed by the National Trust and is a notable landmark visible for miles around.

Near Cheddar Gorge

Cheddar Gorge is a striking limestone canyon in Somerset featuring impressive cliffs, prehistoric caves open to the public, diverse wildlife, and various outdoor activities including climbing and scenic walks. The site offers visitor facilities such as a centre and restaurant, blending natural wonder with accessible tourism.

2 miles from 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.

Near Cleeve Abbey

Cleeve Abbey is a medieval Cistercian monastery in Somerset featuring some of the best-preserved monastic buildings in England, including cloisters, a refectory with a wooden vaulted ceiling, medieval tiled floors, and historic wall paintings, open to public visits under English Heritage.

3 miles from Lytes Cary

Lytes Cary is a Grade I listed historic manor house in Somerset dating from the 14th century, featuring a chapel, Great Hall with period furnishings, and extensive Arts and Crafts style gardens listed as Grade II. The National Trust owns the property and offers public access to the older parts of the house and the distinctive gardens set in themed 'rooms' with hedges, ponds, and an orchard.

Near Coney Beach Pleasure Park

Coney Beach Pleasure Park was a historic seaside amusement park in Porthcawl, Wales, featuring over 25 rides including roller coasters and water rides, operating seasonally from 1918 until permanent closure in 2025. It offered traditional and modern amusement experiences on its outdoor site by the beach promenade.

Located in Porthcawl

Porthcawl is a seaside town in south Wales known for its sandy beaches, historic sites like Kenfig Castle, lively promenade, cultural festivals, and outdoor sports including surfing and golf.

3 miles from Gallox Bridge

Gallox Bridge is a 15th century narrow stone packhorse bridge in Dunster, Somerset, crossing the River Avill. It is a Grade I listed building and scheduled monument, managed by English Heritage, and notable for its historic architecture and rural setting near Dunster Castle.

2 miles from Sand Point

Sand Point and Middle Hope in Somerset are known for their geological formations, rare flora, and archaeological features, including ancient barrows and a possible castle mound. The area is owned by the National Trust and offers extensive walking opportunities with scenic views of the Bristol Channel and surrounding regions.

2 miles from Leigh Woods

Leigh Woods is a National Nature Reserve and Site of Special Scientific Interest near Bristol, offering diverse broadleaf woodland with veteran trees, walking and cycling trails, and scenic views over the Avon Gorge and Bristol city. It's a wildlife-rich outdoor attraction suitable for families.

3 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.

2 miles from Farleigh Hungerford Castle

Farleigh Hungerford Castle is a medieval quadrangular castle ruin located in Somerset, England, featuring a decorated chapel with notable medieval murals and an archaeological collection of lead coffins. The site offers visitors a blend of historic ruins and detailed heritage managed by English Heritage. It tells the story of the Hungerford family and their significance through English history.

3 miles from Diggerland

Diggerland is a chain of theme parks in England and the USA where visitors can operate heavy construction machinery such as diggers and JCBs, offering a unique outdoor family-friendly experience with various rides and activities.

2 miles from Dunster Castle and Watermill

Dunster Castle and Watermill in Somerset offer a rich experience combining a historic castle, working Victorian watermill, beautiful gardens, and scenic parkland with panoramic views. Visitors can explore the castle interiors, gardens with diverse plants, enjoy family-friendly activities, and visit cafés and shops on site.

3 miles from Sir Bevil Grenville's Monument

Sir Bevil Grenville's Monument is an 18th-century historic monument located on Lansdown Hill near Bath, commemorating the Royalist commander Sir Bevil Grenville, who was mortally wounded in the 1643 Battle of Lansdowne during the English Civil War. The outdoor monument stands 25 feet tall, featuring inscriptions and heraldic symbols, and is a protected Grade II* listed and scheduled ancient monument.

2 miles from Forde Abbey

Forde Abbey is a historic former monastery turned elegant family home in Somerset, surrounded by extensive and diverse gardens. Visitors can explore ornate interiors, unique tapestries, and various themed gardens across 30 acres. The venue offers accessible facilities, food outlets, and activities suitable for children, making it an engaging day out for all ages.

2 miles from 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.

3 miles from Hambledon Hill

Hambledon Hill is a prehistoric hill fort in Dorset featuring Neolithic and Iron Age earthworks. The site is a National Nature Reserve with significant wildlife and is owned by the National Trust, offering outdoor historical and natural exploration.

3 miles from King John's Hunting Lodge

King John's Hunting Lodge is a timber-framed historic wool-merchant's house in Axbridge, Somerset, now operated as a local museum by the National Trust. The museum showcases exhibits on local history, geology, and archaeology from the Neolithic period to World War II within a restored medieval building.

3 miles from Dolebury Warren

Dolebury Warren is an Iron Age hillfort and biological Site of Special Scientific Interest in North Somerset, featuring ancient earthworks and diverse natural habitats managed by the National Trust and Avon Wildlife Trust. It offers outdoor exploration of historic ramparts and rich wildlife on a limestone ridge in the Mendip Hills.

2 miles from Sherborne Castle & Gardens

Sherborne Castle in Dorset is a historic house built by Sir Walter Raleigh, set in extensive Capability Brown landscaped gardens with a serpentine lake. Visitors can explore the immersive castle interiors showcasing centuries of history and art, enjoy scenic outdoor walks, wildlife viewing, garden features, and children’s trails. Food is available on-site in the Walled Garden Restaurant and dogs are welcome in the gardens on short leads.

Near Dunster Butter Cross

The Butter Cross in Dunster is a historic 15th-century market cross, a Grade II* listed building and scheduled ancient monument, managed by English Heritage and the National Trust, offering visitors a glimpse into medieval market traditions in Somerset.

3 miles from Bridgend Designer Outlet

Bridgend Designer Outlet is a popular retail park in Wales with around 90 stores offering discounted brand and designer goods, a food court, and a children's play area. Conveniently located near the M4 motorway, it is accessible by various bus routes.

3 miles from Pilsdon Pen

Pilsdon Pen is a 277-metre hill in Dorset, featuring an Iron Age multivallate hillfort with archaeological remains, offering panoramic views across the surrounding landscape. It is accessible via outdoor walking routes and is managed by the National Trust.

3 miles from Killerton

Killerton is an 18th-century Georgian country house in Devon with extensive gardens and an estate including ancient hill forts and Roman sites, open to the public under the National Trust with historical costume displays indoors and scenic outdoor walks and landscapes.

3 miles from The Pikachu Art Adventure at Killerton

7 Oct–13 Nov (another 35 days)

Explore an outdoor trail featuring 30 Pikachu cards illustrated by different artists, discover facts about the character and design a Pikachu trading card.

Near Glastonbury Tor

Glastonbury Tor is a historic and spiritual hill near Glastonbury, Somerset, featuring the iconic St Michael's Tower, offering panoramic views and significant religious and cultural heritage. Visitors can explore the outdoor paths and enjoy the surrounding countryside and wildlife.

3 miles from Holnicote Estate

Holnicote Estate is a historic country estate in Somerset within Exmoor National Park featuring extensive natural landscapes, historic villages, walking trails, and a hotel-operated hunting lodge. The estate includes notable hills such as Dunkery Hill and Selworthy Beacon, ancient monuments, and a National Trust-managed nature reserve.

2 miles from Minterne House & Gardens

Minterne House & Gardens is a historic family home in Dorset, featuring unique Himalayan and woodland gardens known for their seasonal plants. Visitors can enjoy private tours of the house and gardens, tea shop snacks, and a peaceful natural environment. The venue is dog-friendly, has facilities for children, and hosts weddings and special events.

3 miles from Heywood House

Heywood House is a historic venue in Wiltshire offering exclusive use of indoor office and event spaces along with extensive outdoor parkland including a lake. It features catering, accessible parking, and pet friendly policies, suitable for various events and meetings.

3 miles from West Sedgemoor

West Sedgemoor is a protected wet meadow nature reserve in Somerset, known for its extensive bird populations and rare plants. The reserve itself is closed to the public to protect wildlife, but visitors can explore surrounding public footpaths for outdoor views and wildlife spotting.

Near Mendip Hills

The Mendip Hills offer stunning outdoor experiences including England's largest gorge, extensive walking and cycling routes, unique wildlife habitats, and breathtaking panoramic views. It is a National Nature Reserve with significant natural and geological features ideal for outdoor enthusiasts and families.

3 miles from Dyffryn Gardens

Dyffryn Gardens is a National Trust-managed historic Edwardian botanical garden and arboretum in Wales featuring extensive themed outdoor gardens, a grand Edwardian manor house open for tours, and a variety of plant collections and sculptures. The gardens combine formal and themed outdoor garden rooms with impressive lawn and water features, and visitors can explore both the natural and architectural heritage of the site.

Near Greencombe Gardens

Greencombe Gardens is an organic woodland garden set on a sheltered hillside with superb views over Porlock Bay, featuring extensive collections of plants including National Plant Collections and notable champion trees cared for with organic methods.

2 miles from Swell Wood

Swell Wood is an ancient woodland nature reserve in Somerset featuring three wildlife trails, diverse flora and fauna, and the largest Grey Heron breeding colony in South-West England. Visitors can explore accessible trails with viewpoints and a hide, enjoy picnics, and experience a rich natural habitat.