Discover the best of Somerset
Your local guide to the best things to do, places to eat, walk and stay in Somerset.
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From windswept walks across the Quantock Hills and dramatic drives through Cheddar Gorge to buzzing cider barns, historic market towns, independent cafés, and boutique stays, Down Somerset Way is an insider’s guide to uncovering the very best of Somerset.
Founded by Somerset Life Columnist, Angharad Paull, this site was created out of a love for the West Country, its fascinating history, incredible landscapes and authentic people.
Whether you’re a fellow local looking for weekend inspiration with the kids or planning a trip from further afield, you’ll find carefully-curated guides that celebrate the county’s independent spirit.
Every recommendation is rooted in real adventures, firsthand exploring and honest insights to help you experience Somerset at its best.
Destinations
North Somerset
Discover North Somerset - from traditional Victorian seaside resorts and dramatic coastal scenery to country parks, Iron Age Hill Fort hikes, marine lake dips, family attractions and charming market towns,
South Somerset
Welcome to a picture-perfect landscape of golden Hamstone villages, historic market towns, and magnificent stately homes.
Bath & N.E Somerset
A region where grand cityscapes seamlessly melt into green valleys. From the spectacular Roman and Georgian heritage of Bath - the UK’s UNESCO World Heritage city - to vast reservoirs.
Glastonbury & Somerset Levels
Whether you’re following ley lines or searching for the Holy Grail, seeking historical ruins or sensational views, looking to entertain the kids, or just after a vibrant day out, Glastonbury’s eclectic, spiritual surroudings offer a unique Somerset adventure.
Wells & Mendips
Britain’s smallest city, Wells charms with cobbled streets, a bustling market square, Vicar’s Close, and its magnificent cathedral. Nearby, the Mendip Hills are home to Cheddar Gorge and Wookey Hole’s underground caves.
West Somerset & Exmoor
Discover where dramatic moorlands meet the sea. From the heather-clad wilderness of Exmoor National Park and the charm of medieval Dunster to the scenic tracks of the West Somerset Railway and coastal beauty of Minehead and Porlock Weir.