| Kewstoke
is very well situated for exploring Somerset and beyond.
For city lovers Bristol, Bath, Taunton
and Cardiff are all within easy reach whether by road or rail.
Glastonbury ,Wells and Cheddar make a good
full day out with something of interest for everybody.
Street, with Clarks Outlet Village, is
popular with bargain hunters with a wide range of well-known
High Street retailers.
Both The Mendip and Quantock Hills are
designated Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty
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There are several National Trust properties
within easy reach: |
| Clevedon Court |
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| Montacute House |
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| And one of the Trust’s most recent
acquisitions Tyntesfield House. NB it is necessary to pre-book.
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or see:
http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk |
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Other places to visit: |
| Wells - England's
smallest cathedral city, is
home to one of the country's most magnificent cathedrals,
preserved in much of its original glory and surrounded by
many medieval buildings. It has anastronomical clock
dating from 1392 with models of knights who joust every
quarter hour. Market days are held on Wednesdays and
Saturdays in the beautiful Market Square. |
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Brean Down, near
Weston-super-Mare
The peninsula is a
dramatic landmark on the Somerset coastline. With a 19thC
fort which was also used in World War II |
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Hestercombe Gardens,
near Taunton
This tranquil valley,
includes lakes, temples and magnificent views. It has
delightful woodland walks.
www.hestercombegardens.com |
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Longleat House & Safari
Park Nr. Warminster, Wiltshire
A world of family
entertainment. 12 attractions to enjoy.
www.longleat.co.uk |
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Glastonbury Tor
The Tor dominates the
Somerset Levels and offers spectacular views over
Somerset, Dorset and Wiltshire. At the top of this very
steep hill is the remains of St Michael's Church (15thC) |
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Steepholm
Nature Reserve
www.steepholm.freeserve.co.uk/
April to October boat trips
from Weston-Super-Mare. A haven for seabirds and other
wildlife with ruins and World War II defences. |
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