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Somerset Family AttractionsThe family attractions surrounding our Somerset holiday cottages are dramatic, inspiring and most of all – unique! Where else would visitors find spooky underground caverns, the cottage of a true Romantic and one of the longest sand beaches in the UK? Exactly! |
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Wells CathedralWells Cathedral is one of the most popular family attractions in Somerset, and it really is stunning. The famous West Front of the cathedral welcomes visitors, and the building is a living example of faith, history and inspiring architecture. Guided tours are given free of charge every day except Sunday, and although entry is free donations are welcome. Visitors are also welcome to attend one of the regular services, and if you time your visit right you may here the Well Cathedral Choir lifting their voices in song. There is also a shop and restaurant at the cathedral. |
Cheddar GorgeThere aren’t many Somerset family attractions that make better examples of its sweeping landscape. Cheddar Gorge is a dramatic gorge close to the peaceful village of Cheddar, with looming cliffs huddles around some of the country’s most beautiful underground caves. The caverns are unforgettable, with stalactites, fountains pools and tales. Visitors can even see the spot where the oldest skeleton in Britain was discovered, right inside Gough’s Cave! An audio guide and enchanting music add to the experience, and trails and charactersbring it to life. |
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Coleridge CottageWith so much natural beauty to admire and inspire, it’s no surprise that this Somerset attraction is the former home of one of our greatest Romantic poets – Samuel Taylor Coleridge. The pretty Coleridge Cottage in Bridgwater was home to the poet for a three year period from 1797. The cottage is open between August and October, and it’s the very spot where Coleridge penned ‘The Rime of the Ancient Mariner’, ‘Frost at Midnight’ and ‘Kubla Khan’. Visitors can even sit at the Roamntic’s desk and have a go at penning their own prose with a traditional quill pen!
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Weston-Super-Mare BeachWe couldn’t write a page about family attractions in Somerset and leave out the long, sandy beach of Weston-super-Mare! Boasting one of the UK’s longest natural beaches, Weston-Super-Mare has been a firm favourite with visitors to the county for generations. It’s not only a great spot to enjoy some time in the sun, but its size means it hosts regular events all year round. T4 on the Beach, Sand Sculpting and much more can all be found annually at Weston. The beach is safe and clean too. |
Wookey Hole CavesNow for a mysterious Somerset attraction, Wookey Hole Caves! These fascinating caves housed some of our most distant ancestors 50,000 years ago, and they continue to draw us today. The caves have stood for millions of years, and have been the scene of find after find of bones, tools and artefacts long left behind. The river that runs through the caves has made it the source of many a local legend, and early Somerset Pagans believed the water flowed straight from the underworld! In fact, it comes directly from the springs beneath the city...but it’s still intriguing. |
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For more info and area guides on Somerset holidays, have a look at the links below: Dog friendly Somerset holidays Images are courtesy of Somerset Tourism. |
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