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Somerton is reputedly the 7th century Royal Capital of Wessex. The 17th century square, market cross, town hall, elegant houses and inns create an attractive townscape of outstanding architectural and historical interest. 'The Monocled Mutineer' was filmed here. Somerton Arts Festival takes place annually in July. In the valley of the river Cary north of the town are the trout lakes of Viaduct Fisheries.
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Attractions near Somerton
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Muchelney Abbey
(5 Miles)*
Muchelney, the atmospheric and once-remote 'great island' amid the Somerset Levels, has many rewards for visitors. |
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Glastonbury Abbey
(6 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, |
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East Lambrook Manor Gardens
(7 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. |
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Towns near Somerton
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Hurcott Tourist Information
(1 Mile)*
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Kingsdon Tourist Information
(2 Miles)*
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Dundon Tourist Information
(2 Miles)*
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Hotels near Somerton
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Self Catering near Somerton
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Betsy Cottage Nr Glastonbury&Street
(4 Miles)*
Betsy Cottage is a Grade 2 Medieval listed cottage, which has recently been lovingly restored. The peaceful cottage is named after the last person who lived there in 1895 called Betsy Birch. |
Birch Cottage
(4 Miles)*
Peaceful, recently lovingly restored Grade 2 listed cottage; Birch Cottage is named after the last person who lived in it in 1895 called Betsy Birch. |
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