Towns and Villages in Somerset

Nether Stowey

13 July 2026

On the fringes of the Quantock Hills, Nether Stowey is a village where rural community spirit is alive and well – perhaps the fact that three busy pubs still thrive here is testament to this. The most famous former resident of Nether Stowey is the legendary poet Samuel Taylor Coleridge; his passion for walking the hills and valleys of this beautiful countryside is commemorated in the Coleridge Way, a magnificent 36 mile trail that crosses the Quantocks on its way to Exmoor.

Chard

15 June 2026

Surrounded by rich farming countryside, Chard is a classic Somerset market town with a distinct sense of history. Nearby attractions include the breathtaking Forde Abbey, a medieval masterpiece imbued with over 900 years of history and with 30 acres of stunning gardens.

Wedmore

8 December 2025

Perfectly situated in the Somerset Levels with views of the Mendip Hills, Wedmore is a charming village with a selection of shops and nearby golf club.

Wells

22 September 2025

The city of Wells is rightly famous for its cathedral, which was built in the 12th Century. Though tiny, Wells is a thriving city with plenty of good shopping and eating.

Bath

16 June 2024

A World Heritage Site due to the splendour of its architecture, including the spectacular Roman baths, Bath draws visitors from around the globe. Although steeped in history, Bath is a thoroughly modern city, too, with fantastic shopping, excellent dining and great entertainment courtesy of a lively music scene and the legendary Theatre Royal. Compact yet with plenty of green spaces, this is a city that begs you to get out of the car and explore by foot to discover the hidden Georgian gems such as the Royal Crescent and Circus.

Dulverton

9 July 2023

This village is in the heart of Exmoor's most outstanding countryside. Here you'll find the Exmoor National Park Centre, which has stacks of information regarding activities on the moors, plus some pleasant cafes and pubs for lunch or a cream tea.

Crewkerne

25 July 2021

Surrounded by the South Somerset Hills, Crewkerne is a pretty, stone-built country market town dating back to Saxon times. Today you will find a good selection of independent shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants and a town centre of classic 19th century Georgian town houses.

Axbridge

Nestled at the foot of the Mendip Hills, Axbridge is a lovely example of an ancient English market town, complete with a medieval square featuring well-preserved half-timbered period buildings. Pottering around the streets of Axbridge you'll find plenty of friendly little cafes, galleries and unique shops to browse. Hop in the car and within a short drive you'll be in the heart of the Mendips, a walker's wonderland, whilst the stunning Cheddar Gorge, with its eerie caves and fascinating geology, is just a couple of miles down the road.

Blackdown Hills

Radiating out for over 140 miles from where we've marked as a centrepoint, this designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty straddles the Devon and Somerset border. The Blackdown Hills paint a picture of the quintessential image of rural England. Rolling hills and deep valleys, sparsely populated except for the grazing cattle, it is the perfect destination for a classic countryside retreat. Criss-crossed with footpaths and country lanes linking the tiny hamlets and villages together, this is idyllic walking country.

Bridgwater

Sandwiched between the Somerset Levels and the Quantock Hills, Bridgwater's surroundings are a pastoral paradise. Cycling, walking, horse riding – there are any number of ways to get out into the countryside and breathe the fresh Somerset air. In Bridgwater itself there are plenty of diversions; high street and boutique shopping, some great pubs and two good museums recalling the long and illustrious history of this part of Somerset. Bridgwater's Guy Fawkes Carnival every November is worth a trip in itself.