Near Frome

Nunney Castle

A picturesque moated medieval castle, Nunney Castle in Somerset dates from the 1370s. Its builder was Sir John de la Mare, a local knight …

Longleat

At the heart of the Longleat estate is a stately home with extensive grounds and Britain’s first Safari Park, featured on BBC’s Animal Park. …

Cley Hill

Cley Hill is a distinctive landmark that is rich in wildlife and archaeology, with a tremendous panorama. It was once part of the Longleat …

Southwick Country Park

100 acres of grassland ideal for walking, bird watching, picnicking and relaxing. Includes Hope Nature Centre with café and animal park.

Stoney Littleton Long Barrow

Stoney Littleton Long Barrow is one of the country’s finest accessible examples of a Neolithic chambered tomb. Dating from about 3500 BC, it is …

Iford Manor

Iford Manor is a Grade 1 Italian style garden. The Iford valley has been occupied since Roman times and the manor house sits idyllically …

Bratton Camp & White Horse

An Iron Age hill fort and white horse carved into the hillside. The original Iron Age hillfort defences were built at Bratton Camp over …

Stourhead

This world-famous 18th-century landscape garden, Palladian mansion, parkland, woods and chalk downs is now managed by the National Trust, along with Alfred’s Tower, on …

Wookey Hole Caves

The UK’s largest show caves system, with underground lakes. It is home to the infamous Witch of Wookey. Attractions include the prehistoric Valley Of …

Cheddar Gorge and caves

Cheddar Gorge is one of England’s most iconic and spectacular landscapes. At almost 400 feet deep and three miles long, this is England’s largest …

Stonehenge

Walk in the footsteps of your Neolithic ancestors at Stonehenge – one of the wonders of the world and the best-known prehistoric monument in …

Mendip Hills

Dramatic gorges and ancient woodland rising above the Somerset Levels. The Mendip Hills run east-west across Somerset from Frome to Brean Down. Inside they …

Palette & Pasture

Palette and Pasture is based at Pyle Farm, in the village of Trudoxhill, on the outskirts of Frome. Palette and Pasture make their own …

Fairfield Animal Centre

The Fairfield Animal Centre (formerly Hope Nature Centre), offers a fun family day out, set in 15 acres of Southwick Country Park near Trowbridge. …

Heaven’s Gate

Enjoy wonderful views over the Longleat Estate and the surrounding Wiltshire countryside on this short walk. From the car park at the Nockatt Coppice …

Shearwater Lake

Enjoy a waterside walk along this pretty lake on the Longleat Estate surrounded by attractive flora and fauna. There is a walking trail running …

Bradford-on-Avon

A short drive from Frome, Bradford-on-Avon, is a pretty, historic market town nestled on the banks of the River Avon. Explore the town’s characterful …

Farrington’s Cowtastic Playbarn and Farm Park

Whether it’s racing down the wavy slides or carefully treading across the rope skywalks, the Cowtastic Playbarn has it all to keep your family …

The Newt in Somerset

The Newt in Somerset is a country estate with splendid gardens, woodland and farmland. The core is Georgian, with limestone buildings the colour of burnt …