Exmoor & West Somerset Travel Guide
Discover the best things to do in South Somerset, from historic towns and countryside walks to family attractions, great pubs and places to stay.
Explore Exmoor & West Somerset
Discover where the dramatic moorlands meet the sea. From the sweeping, heather-clad wilderness of Exmoor National Park and the historic charm of medieval Dunster to the scenic steam tracks of the West Somerset Railway and the coastal beauty of Minehead and Porlock Weir, our insider guides reveal the best of West Somerset.
Best Things to Do
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Torre Cider Farm
Intricate treehouses fit for fairy-sized folk, carved wooden doors hidden among the apple trees and far-reaching countryside views - Torre Cider Farm makes for an enchanting orchard stroll with youngsters.
Dunster Castle
Set in fairytale English surroundings (think thatched cottages, multiple tea rooms, cobbled streets and sea views), the ancient turreted Dunster Castle has been witness to 1,000 years of history from its tor-top perch. A former motte-and-bailey castle, it is now under the care of the National Trust.
Butlins Minehead
Minehead Butlins' £2.5mil playground SKYPARK has been designed for inclusivity and interactivity for children up to 12 years old.
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