A mini guide to Somerset

We will be sharing all the best that Somerset has on offer in a mini guide of where to shop, eat, stay, and more. It’s a county full of character and has beautiful countryside to explore, sweet towns to visit and wonderful places to eat at so make sure you check out this guide for when you next plan a trip or staycation to Somerset.

Where to stay

There are many fabulous places to stay from luxury hotels, fun glamping or charming cottages so here are my top picks of where you should stay in Somerset:

Where to visit

Somerset is full of charming places and has plenty of pretty market towns to explore. So whether you are wanting to simply walk around and explore new areas, stumble across a cute boutique or find a hidden gem, my list below will inspire you to visit some wonderful towns.

  • Brean Sands
  • Bruton
  • Burnham on Sea
  • Castle Cary
  • Dunster
  • Frome
  • Porlock
  • Wells – Head to Vicars close for a delightful surprise

Where to eat and drink

Pictured is the beautiful At The Chapel in Bruton. When I visited last I had a delicious freshly baked pizza with a glass of wine and it was a fabulous meal. There is a bakery at the entrance too, so be sure to stock up on some treats before you leave. They also have bedrooms which are gorgeous, so if you want to experience the whole place then treat yourself to a room as well.

Things to see and do

Whether you want to immerse yourself in the countryside or uncover the history of Somerset there really is something for everyone.

  • Bishops Palace
  • Cheddar Gorge
  • Glastonbury Tor
  • Hauser and Wirth
  • King Alfreds Tower
  • Mendip Hills
  • Somerset Levels
  • Stourhead National Trust
  • Tarr Steps
  • The Newt Gardens
  • Wells Cathedral

Where to shop

The mixture of delightful farm shops and independent boutiques means you better get ready to spend your money as you will be spoilt for choice in these shops.

Want to read more mini guides check out Devon, Dorset, Cotswolds, and Cornwall here.

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