Attractions near North Cheriton
Sherborne Old Castle (6 Miles)*
Built by Bishop Roger of Salisbury in the 12th century as a strongly defended palace, Sherborne Old Castle became a powerful Royalist base during the Civil War.
Sherborne Castle (6 Miles)*
The present Sherborne Castle was built by Sir Walter Raleigh in 1594 and has been the Stately Home of the Digby family since 1617.
Sherborne Museum (6 Miles)*
Sherborne Museum, with over 15,000 items of local history, is in the heart of the town close to five of the most ancient buildings in its history: the Abbey, Sherborne School, the Almshouse, the Conduit and the Old Church House.
East Somerset Railway (10 Miles)*
Take a ride through the beautiful Somerset countryside in our original steam-hauled trains, and relax among the sights and sounds of an old-style country branch line.
Longleat (13 Miles)*
The star of BBCs hugely popular Animal Park series invites you to discover some of the world's most magnificent animals in this first Safari Park outside of Africa.
Minterne Gardens (13 Miles)*
The gardens are laid out in a horseshoe below Minterne House, with a chain of small lakes, waterfalls and streams.
Glastonbury Abbey (13 Miles)*
The Abbey is set in 36 acres of beautifully peaceful parkland in the centre of the ancient market town of Glastonbury. It is traditionally the first Christian Sanctuary in Great Britain,
Frome Museum (14 Miles)*
The current Exhibition at Frome Museum is the art of JW Singer & Sons Ltd of internationsl remown that originally specialised in church ornaments, plate and memorials.
East Lambrook Manor Gardens (15 Miles)*
These internationally famous Grade 1 listed gardens were the inspiration of Margery Fish who was the undisputed 'Leading Lady of Gardening' from the 1950's until her death in 1969.
Old Wardour Castle (15 Miles)*
Beautifully sited beside a lake, Old Wardour Castle was built in the late 14th century by John Lord Lovel as a lightly fortified but showy and luxurious residence.
Muchelney Abbey (16 Miles)*
Muchelney, the atmospheric and once-remote 'great island' amid the Somerset Levels, has many rewards for visitors.
Wookey Hole Caves (16 Miles)*
Revamped, restored and totally remarkable, Britain's Oldest Tourist Attraction is bursting onto the holiday scene in an explosive mix of History, Mystery and Fun
Milton Lodge Gardens (16 Miles)*
Mature Grade 2 listed terraced garden with outstanding views of Wells Cathedral and the Vale of Avalon. There are mixed borders, roses and fine trees. Separate 7 acre arboretum.
Chettle House (18 Miles)*
In 1710 Thomas Archer was commissioned to build the existing Chettle House. The house has no corners, all corners are rounded in common with the Archer style similar to those at the Church in Smith Square in London.
Horn Park Gardens (19 Miles)*
The large and beautiful gardens, in a unique position and with magnificent views to the sea, surround the house built in 1910 by a pupil of Lutyens
* Distances shown are in a direct line. Distances by road will be longer.


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