Somerset’s attractions seem endless. Majestic gorges, rolling hills and endless wetlands. This southwest county has been designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty again and again. Walkers love following hedgerow trails to country pubs in the rolling Blackdown Hills. In the Quantock Hills you can freewheel into 'coombe' valleys on your mountain bike. Back in civilisation there are Saxon market towns nestled on riverbanks and Bristol Channel beaches packed with Victorian seaside charm, ideal for a family day out. Find your inner hippy in Glastonbury's spiritual shops and rock up to Pilton for the music festival.

Places to visit in Somerset

VisitEngland Gold Award Winner: The Cotley Inn
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Settle down for long lunches or a mid-walk pint at 2022’s Pub of the Year at the foot of the Blackdown Hills.
VisitEngland Gold Award Winner: The Royal Crescent Hotel & Spa
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Unwind in thermal baths or nibble on delicate afternoon teas at Bath’s well-deserving Large Hotel of the Year.
VisitEngland Award Winner: No.15 by Guesthouse
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Lap up luxury at this ultra-boutique hotel and spa, silver recipient of 2022’s Small Hotel of the Year Award.
VisitEngland Award Winner: All Hallows’ Cookery School
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Master your culinary skills with an AGA cookery course at All Hallows’, our Experience of the Year bronze winner.
Top things to do on a Bath city break
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A spa destination since the Roman era, the UNESCO World Heritage city of Bath is full of remarkable things to do.
Enjoy stunning views from the Quantock Hills
Take in the beautiful views of the Quantock Hills and discover the rare Exmoor ponies grazing over Cothelstone Hill, wild flowers and the woodlands.
Location: Taunton, Somerset