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Walking in the Countryside

From short circular routes and guided walks to organised long distance trails - there's something to satisfy all walkers and cyclists in South Somerset.

Enjoy a lovely walk : Image of muddy shoes from Foot Trails

To get the most from your stay, why not request a brochure from our extensive collection.

If you leave the car behind, you'll soon discover another side to this beautiful area! Why not follow The River Parrett Trail, a path tracing the river from source to the sea. Why not join an award-winning walking guide with Foot Trails or even enjoy one of their walking holidays - combining the glorious countryside with sumptuous local accommodation.

Or how about cycling? What a great way to enjoy our countryside! Maybe you're a cycling enthusiast wanting the challenge of an 80 mile circular cycle route or perhaps you just fancy hiring bikes for a short meander. Either way, you'll get to see plenty of beautiful country lanes, picturesque villages and stunning scenery.

Seeing the countryside by horseback is another marvelous activity. You'll find stables and riding schools for both novices and regular risers. Request a copy of our new brochure Horse Riding in Somerset with six self-guided rides.

But it doesn't really matter how you get out there and enjoy our countryside - just as long as you do. It's all waiting for you!

The Levels and Moors

The Levels and Moors lie in the heart of Somerset. They are one of lowland Britain's most unchanged landscapes, only a few meters above sea level and regularly flooded in winter.

The River Parrett Trail

Follow a river from source to mouth. If you like walking through beautiful countryside with lots of opportunities to stop off and explore market towns, villages and eat great food then the River Parrett Trail in Somerset is for you.

The Leland Trail

The Leland Trail is a 28 mile regional footpath route through South Somerset, from Alfred's Tower to Ham Hill in seven stages.

The Liberty Trail

A 28 mile footpath from Ham Hill to Lyme Regis, following the route of local people who, in June 1685 walked to join Monmouth at Lyme...

Walking the Hills and Vales around Yeovil

These six circular walks through wooded copses, sunken lanes and meadows ensures there's plenty to see whatever the time of year.

Follies

What is a Folly? " A costly structure considered useless..an ornament on a gentleman's estate...". A wonderful eccentric collection of South Somerset follies and unusual buildings and discover that history can be fun!

Ham Hill Country Park

A 164 hectare (390 acre) Country Park centred on an Iron Age hill fort, which is managed by South Somerset District Council.

Yeovil Country Park

This diverse 127 acre Country Park is located on the south and eastern edges of Yeovil, behind Goldenstones Leisure Centre. The hillsides offer wonderful views across the town and towards the Dorset hills. Wildlife in the park includes bats, water voles, kingfishers, green woodpeckers, swans and a wide variety of woodland and grassland flowers, tree species and fungi.

Organised Holidays

Why not let someone else take care of the planning so you can focus on the glorious countryside .........