Attractions near Birch Cottage

This is a list of the attractions near this property that are featured on AboutBritain.com
It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all attractions near this property.
Glastonbury Abbey (3 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,
Muchelney Abbey (8 Miles)*
Muchelney, the atmospheric and once-remote 'great island' amid the Somerset Levels, has many rewards for visitors.
Wookey Hole Caves (8 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 (9 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.
East Lambrook Manor Gardens (10 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.
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.
Sherborne Museum (12 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.
Sherborne Old Castle (13 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.
Cheddar Caves and Gorge (13 Miles)*
Cheddar Gorge, a place of wild and rugged beauty, is a karst limestone and calcareous grassland Nature Reserve and home to many rare plants and animals, including endangered Greater Horseshoe bats.
Sherborne Castle (13 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.
* Distances shown are in a direct line. Distances by road will be longer.

Towns near Birch Cottage
Butleigh (< 1 Mile)*
Compton (1 Mile)*
Barton St. David (1 Mile)*
Baltonsborough (2 Miles)*
Compton Dundon (2 Miles)*
Compton Dundon is really two villages. On Windmill Hill above Compton stands the monument to Admiral Hood, while Dundon Beacon is the site of an iron-age fort. Both provide interesting walks. Nearby is Turn Hill with extensive views across the levels.
Keinton Mandeville (2 Miles)*
Keinton Mandeville is the source of Keinton stone and birthplace in 1838 of John Henry Brodribb, who later became the famous theatrical manager and tragedian Sir Henry Irving. The house bears a memorial tablet.
Charlton Mackrell (2 Miles)*
West Lydford (2 Miles)*
Hurcott (3 Miles)*
Street (3 Miles)*
Street is just to the south of Glastonbury, and owes much of its more recent development to the influence of Clarks, the world famous shoe manufacturers.
* Distances shown are in a direct line. Distances by road will be longer.


Popular Pages

Tourist Information Centres | Estate Agents

Holiday Cottages in England | Holiday Cottages in Scotland

Alton Towers Hotels | Blackpool Hotels | Travel Lodge | Cardiff Hotels

Brighton Hotels | Marriot Hotels | Newcastle Hotels | Bournemouth Hotels

 Copyright © 1999-2009 Excelsior Information Systems Limited. All rights reserved.
Press Room  Terms of Use  Privacy  Link to Us  Self-Catering Advertising  Index  Site Map