Cheddar

Spring Cottages are about 15 minutes walk from the world famous Cheddar Gorge, at the foot of which stands the village. The Gorge exists in the Mendip Hills which offer countless short walks, the West Mendip Way long-distance footpath and beautiful views. There are several good pubs providing food within walking distance and local shops offer all you are likely to need on holiday. Don't forget that Cheddar is famous for it's strawberries in the summer, and for Cheddar cheese. As an aside, Somerset is well known for its Cider!

Activities.

The Kings of Wessex Leisure Centre has a lovely swimming pool and fitness facility. In addition to walking there are chances to involve yourself with fishing, golfing, caving, climbing, horse riding, dry-slope skiing, cycling - the list is endless! We are willing to explore particular aspects of your preferred leisure activity so you have details even before you arrive.

Shopping and sightseeing.

The smallest cathedral city in England at Wells is 8 miles away, offering interesting shops and regular markets. For 'big city style' shopping visit Bristol 18 miles away, or Bath 25 miles away. Street, which is approx. 13 miles away, is where you will find Clarks' seconds village, selling discounted, brand name goods. If this is not enough, then Taunton, Exeter, Cardiff, Glastonbury, Weston-super-Mare and Gloucester are all within easy reach and well worth the journey.

Places of historical interest.

Glastonbury is a must only 12 miles away. The town centre includes many specialist shops featuring local myths, legends and New Age culture. The Chalice Well, the Tor and the Abbey are all worth a visit. If you are interested in the Romans, then don't miss a visit to Bath. The city is also famous for its' Georgian elegance and has various literary connections.

Gardens and National Trust properties.

Spring Cottages are ideally situated for visiting many famous gardens in the south-west e.g. Hestercombe, East Lambrook and Forde Abbey. Many other gardens are a part of National Trust properties e.g. Montacute, Stourhead, Barrington Court, Killerton and Dyrham Park with it's newly opened kitchens, are not to be missed.
Tyntesfield House south of Bristol, is the most recent acquisition of the National Trust and details can be found by clicking Here.

Somerset Carnivals.

We believe that the series of carnivals in November are as spectacular as any you will find in the United Kingdom and they are all very accessible from Spring Cottages. The floats (carts) are prepared by carnival clubs. The members work hard fundraising and designing the new floats for most of the year, then in the last couple of months they take shape and the results are breathtaking. You can get a taste of what Carnival is all about by clicking Here.

Wildlife.

The Somerset Levels are internationally important as a wetland habitat. The limestone Mendip Hills support their own particular types of vegetation and they in turn provide a rich habitat for birds and butterflies. Those, and the Moors are fascinating. Click Here for more information

Somerset Tourism Website.

Click Here for more information on the county of Somerset, including events information (updated regularly), attractions and a Somerset photo-library. These pages are provided by Somerset Tourism, Somerset County Council.

Sedgemoor Tourism Website.

Sedgemoor, which includes Cheddar, has so much to offer.
Click Here for more information.