Visit South Somerset - Things To Do

Experience amazing attractions, stunning gardens and historic houses, miles of cycling and walking routes, incredible local menus and cider, charming market towns and villages, and of course, acres of rolling countryside, nature and wildlife.

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Castle Cary

Market Towns & Villages

Castle Cary Local Information Centre, Castle Cary, BA7 7AH

01963 351763

https://www.castle-cary.co.uk/

Castle Cary is vibrant and picturesque with a winding main street of golden stone. Rich in history and heritage, discover its 19th century Market House, 18th century "Roundhouse" or lock-up' and the thatched George Hotel.

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Castle Cary & District Museum

Museums

Castle Cary & District Museum, Castle Cary , BA7 7AH

http://www.castlecarymuseum.org.uk/

Castle Cary Museum offers a slice of local town and country life, run by enthusiastic volunteers. See a large collection of domestic and agricultural implements, archaeological and historical information and artefacts.

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CB Plants, Lower Severalls Nursery

Gardens & Historic Houses

Lower Severalls Nursery, Crewkerne, TA18 7NX

https://www.cbplants.co.uk/

Small independent nursery in a delightful rural setting, selling unusual hardy perennials and herbs, cottage garden favourites and wildflowers. RHS event partner, group visits and workshops.

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Cedrics

Local Food Producer

The White Swan, Misterton, Crewkerne, TA18 8NR

01460 72592

https://cedricssomerset.co.uk/

Home of the original gold award winning Somerset Cider & Apple Cake. Family run since 1957. Our ethos is to grow what we can, to make it and to sell it. Drop in to see our seasonal displays and try a sample!

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Ceres Natural Foods

Natural Product Store

9-11 Princes Street, Yeovil , BA20 1EN

01935 428791

http://www.ceresfoods.com

Award winning Natural Products Store focused on the local community. Organic, Vegetarian & Vegan specialists.

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Chard

Market Towns & Villages

Chard Local Information Centre, Chard, TA20 1PP

https://www.chard.gov.uk/

Chard is a charming historic market town nestled within the glorious countryside of South Somerset, close to the Devon and Dorset borders and its second largest town, with a population of approximately 14,000.

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Chard and District Museum

Museums

Godworthy House, Chard, TA20 1QB

01460 65091

https://www.chardmuseum.co.uk/

Chard and District Museum exists to help today's community uncover yesterday's heritage, history and hidden stories. It opened in 1970 and is housed in a converted 16th century thatched, listed building.

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Chard Leisure Centre

Leisure Centre

Fore Street, Chard, TA20 1GR

01460 315007

https://www.freedom-leisure.co.uk/centres/chard-leisure-centre/

Five-lane adult swimming pool, a beginners’ pool, children’s soft play area, gym a wide range of fitness classes and a fantastic virtual cycling studio. Cafe.

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Chard Reservoir - Fishing

Fishing

Chaffcombe Lane, Chard, TA20 1RR

https://www.chardanglingclub.co.uk/

Chard Reservoir offers anglers Coarse & Carp fishing – permit only. Please call or visit the angling club website.

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Chard Reservoir Local Nature Reserve

Countryside, Nature & Wildlife

Oaklands Avenue, Chard, TA20 1HU

01935 462462

Chard Reservoir LNR is a fantastic site for bird watching and walking following wildflower meadows through to woodland edge surrounding the expanse of open water with spectacular scenery.

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