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

Enter a land of adventure. Where Lions roam. Tigers prowl. And monkeys swing. Travel through time in a grand stately home. Lose yourself in …

Southwick Country Park

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

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

World-famous 18th-century landscape garden, Palladian mansion, parkland, woods and chalk downs. Alfred’s Tower overlooks surrounding estate. The Home at Stourhead This was the home …

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 …

Marston Park

Marston Park is “a playground for creativity with grown up food and drink”. Set on a beautiful Victorian estate enjoying stunning waterside views, Marston …