Surrounding area

Stonehenge (see picture on the left, curtesy of English Heritage)  is  30 - 40 minutes drive away. It is the most famous stone circle in the world and is over 4000 years old.  For more information, prices and entry times check out the website www.stonehenge.co.uk .

A bit further North is Avebury, another famous megalithic site and the largest in Europe. It is free  to visit though you may wish to hire a guide.  To find out more check the website  http://www.megalithia.com/avebury/

Glastonbury is 30 - 40 minutes away and is famous for the Tor, the Abbey and the Chalice well. To find out more about this ancient Isle of Avalon visit website www.isleofavalon.co.uk

Further west you will find Wookey Hole caves www.wookey.co.uk and Cheddar Gorge and caves. See www.cheddarcaves.co.uk  Explore the mystery of the past and experience the beauty of the array of patterns formed naturally from dripping ice. Both of these are very facinating and great for all the family.