Local Activities
Walks
Walks
In any season, Somerset's walks are an utter delight. End with a drink by the fireplace at a cosy local pub, or back at the Tree House to rest your feet. You'll be glad you experienced the beautiful scenery and rolling hills the area has to offer. Perfect for that city getaway.
From romantic walks, hill climbs with gorgeous views, and mythical tales to forest trails... there is something about Somerset that captures your heart.
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7 miles
This Bronze Age Hill Fort is also known by many as Camelot, and is believed to be the location of the castle and court of King Arthur.
6 miles
This is a circular walk takes you up through beautiful woodlands to King Alfred’s Tower and returning through Park Hill Camp Iron Age Hill Fort and Turner’s Paddock. King Alfred’s Tower is a 160ft (49m) high folly, designed by Henry Flitcroft for Henry Hoare II in 1772. The tower commemorates the accession of George III to the throne in 1760 and the end of the Seven Years War.
6 miles
Paid tours with local Blue Badge Tour Guides to experience a variety of guided walking tours based in the beautiful market town of Sherborne and beyond.
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Towns to visit
The town of Somerset are boldly unique and quintessentially English, whether they’re on the low-lying Somerset Levels or perched on the soaring hills of North Somerset overlooking them.
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6 miles
A beautiful Dorset town distinguished by the Abbey, Castle and local stone architecture.
6 miles
A market town distinguished by the Market House, honey colored stone and independent shops.
9 miles
Home to world renowned gallery (Hauser & Wirth), independent shops , sweet cafes and delicious restaurants.
12 miles
This town is the home of Gold Hill (made famous by the “Hovis” advert) and has magnificent views over Thomas Hardy’s Blackmore Vale.
22 miles
Wells boasts a historic centre, magnificent cathedral, and unique moated Bishop's Palace.
24 miles
Possibly the quirkiest town in England. Steeped in history, myth and the smell of incense.
35 miles
A World Heritage Site with a Roman bath house, theaters, museums, galleries, shops and restaurants set among the cobbled Georgian streets.
Cycle
In one county you can cycle some of Britain’s best rail trails and towpaths, through remarkable car-free tunnels, alongside beaches, up hills and along endless plains, and more.
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Golf
Home to numerous areas of natural beauty, the South of England is one of the best regions in the country to enjoy a truly remarkable round of golf in a traditional English countryside setting.
Horse Riding
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Pevlings Farm Riding and Livery Stables:
1 mile
Established in 1985 our aim at this riding school has always been to provide a safe, friendly and informal stables where you can learn to ride and look after a horse/pony.
Gardens
Galleries, Museums, Sites
Attractions for Kids and Adults alike which are perfect for a rainy day.
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Haynes International Motor Museum:
6 miles
It was John Haynes’ love of motoring and business which formed the essence of the hugely successful Haynes Publishing Group. A collector of cars and most things related to them, John’s ambition to create his own Museum was perhaps inevitable.
6 miles
Founded by St. Aldhelm in AD 705, Sherborne Abbey has developed from Saxon cathedral to the worshipping heart of a monastic community and, finally, to one England’s most beautiful parish churches.
7 miles,
Built by Sir Walter Raleigh in 1594, this historic house reflects a glorious variety of decorative styles from over 400 years of English History.
6 miles
Opening in 1968, the Sherborne Museum aimed to be an independent museum representing the history and life of Sherborne and its environs.
10 miles
With four exhibition halls, over ninety aircraft and over 2 million records and 30 thousand artifacts - this Museum is Europe's largest naval aviation Museum.
6 miles
In addition to presenting a dynamic schedule of exhibitions, the gallery collaborates with renowned curators to present museum quality surveys and invests considerable resources in new scholarship and research.
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6 miles
The world-famous landscape garden has at its centrepiece a magnificent lake reflecting classical temples, mystical grottoes, and rare and exotic trees, and offers a day of fresh air and discovery.
Yoga
Those essential qualities that we perceive in nature are also a part of ourselves.
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14 miles
Based in Yeovil, this Yoga centre offers classes for all abilities as well as massage treatments.
22 miles
Yoga is a holistic practice equipping one for everyday living and coping with all that life can throw at us.'
22 miles
Jane's teaching is one of inclusivity, working to help each individual find a comfortable and progressive practice within the guidelines of kindness, compassion and acceptance.
Sustainable Cooking Classes
Follow Cheriton Tree House's mission for sustainability and sign you and your partner up for a cooking class. A unique experience perfect as a surprise gift!
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Gilbert & Swayne Chocolate Making Course
17 miles
Discover how to create uniquely flavoured ganaches using fresh cream, fresh herbs and spices. You will learn how to temper chocolate, prepare and fill moulds, plus experiment with different decoration techniques.
Burns The Bread Bread Making Course:
22 miles
Perhaps you have never attempted to make dough before but just want to have a go, or you want to refine your skills to make even better bread and pastries!
Spas
After taking in the beauty of Somerset, continue your relaxation with a trip to the spa. Recuperate in the area's magnificent countryside as you unwind and embrace a calmer pace of life.
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30 miles
Everyone likes a Potting Shed to tinker around in, but in The Pig private spa sheds you can have a deeply relaxing treatment to restore body and soul.
The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa:
36 miles
Book a ticket to tranquillity with a rejuvenating treatment in
The Spa & Bath House or simply float around in the Relaxation Pool.
17 miles
Surrounded by beautiful scenery take R&R to the next level with our most popular spa day to date.
The Newt in Somerset
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7 miles
A country estate with magnificent woodland, gardens, farmland and cyder orchards to explore.