The Hideaway @ Somerset
Guide
Things to see and do out and about
It’s not just a festival you know! Glastonbury village is thought to sit on some pretty powerful ley lines and its springs, stone tor and abbey were a draw for seekers of all kinds of spirituality and healing long before rock and roll was invented. Let’s start with the Tor, a stone tower up on a high hill above the town with amazing views across the Somerset Levels.
Many myths and legends are associated with the place but my favourite is that it is home of Gwyn Ap Nudd, king of the fairies and that when you walk through its archway you momentarily cross into another realm, leaving the place lifted and invigorated by fae spirits! The healing springs can be found at the ancient Chalice Well and the Red Spring, or the more subdued White Spring. Other ancient landmarks in ‘The Isle of Avalon’ as Glastonbury was known back in the day, are the archaic oak trees Gog and Magog, although sadly Gog was set afire in 2017!
And last but not least the beautiful ruined abbey where legend says King Arthur himself was laid to rest. Many people make the contemporary pilgrimage to Glastonbury to find some sense of spirituality and connection with the ancient world and this is reflected in the businesses on offer there. Pagan and Wicca suppliers, bookshops, crystals, wind chimes, and fairy garlands rub shoulders with organic supermarkets, vegan cafes, and fortune-tellers…go with an open mind and you won’t be disappointed!
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Glastonbury
It’s not just a festival you know! Glastonbury village is thought to sit on some pretty powerful ley lines and its springs, stone tor and abbey were a draw for seekers of all kinds of spirituality and healing long before rock and roll was invented. Let’s start with the Tor, a stone tower up on a high hill above the town with amazing views across the Somerset Levels.
Many myths and legends are associated with the place but my favourite is that it is home of Gwyn Ap Nudd, king of the fairies and that when you walk through its archway you momentarily cross into another realm, leaving the place lifted and invigorated by fae spirits! The healing springs can be found at the ancient Chalice Well and the Red Spring, or the more subdued White Spring. Other ancient landmarks in ‘The Isle of Avalon’ as Glastonbury was known back in the day, are the archaic oak trees Gog and Magog, although sadly Gog was set afire in 2017!
And last but not least the beautiful ruined abbey where legend says King Arthur himself was laid to rest. Many people make the contemporary pilgrimage to Glastonbury to find some sense of spirituality and connection with the ancient world and this is reflected in the businesses on offer there. Pagan and Wicca suppliers, bookshops, crystals, wind chimes, and fairy garlands rub shoulders with organic supermarkets, vegan cafes, and fortune-tellers…go with an open mind and you won’t be disappointed!
Wells Cathedral
Cathedral Green
Cheddar Gorge
Wookey Hole
Chalice Well
85-89 Chilkwell St
Brean Beach
Brean Down Road
West Bay Beach Dorset
EsplanadeBristol Docks
Dock Gate Lane
Clarks Village
Chew Magna Reservoir
Lyme Regis Beach
Hauser and Worth Vineyard
The Roman Baths
Abbey Churchyard
Pulteney Bridge
Bridge StreetThe GRE
What not to miss
Over the years Frome has cultivated a reputation as a haven for artists and craftspeople and a draw for anyone who seeks a bit of an alternative lifestyle….like Totnes in Devon or Hebden Bridge in Yorkshire. It has previously been voted Prettiest Village in England and 6th best place to live in the UK. It deserves the accolades!
The quaint little market town is packed with historical buildings and the wonderful cobbled Catherine Hill is lined with a fine array of quirky independent shops and cafes that specialise in local food and craftsmanship. The Market is still thriving for 3 days a week and on the first Sunday of every month the curated Independent Market arrives.
This is perfect for seekers of more unusual gifts and items from vintage collectibles to locally crafted products. Once a year in July Frome hosts an Arts Festival and the whole town comes alive with performance, music and colour.
ver the years Frome has cultivated a reputation as a haven for artists and craftspeople and a draw for anyone who seeks a bit of an alternative lifestyle….like Totnes in Devon or Hebden Bridge in Yorkshire. It has previously been voted Prettiest Village in England and 6th best place to live in the UK. It deserves the accolades!
The quaint little market town is packed with historical buildings and the wonderful cobbled Catherine Hill is lined with a fine array of quirky independent shops and cafes that specialise in local food and craftsmanship. The Market is still thriving for 3 days a week and on the first Sunday of every month the curated Independent Market arrives.
This is perfect for seekers of more unusual gifts and items from vintage collectibles to locally crafted products. Once a year in July Frome hosts an Arts Festival and the whole town comes alive with performance, music and colour.
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Frome
ver the years Frome has cultivated a reputation as a haven for artists and craftspeople and a draw for anyone who seeks a bit of an alternative lifestyle….like Totnes in Devon or Hebden Bridge in Yorkshire. It has previously been voted Prettiest Village in England and 6th best place to live in the UK. It deserves the accolades!
The quaint little market town is packed with historical buildings and the wonderful cobbled Catherine Hill is lined with a fine array of quirky independent shops and cafes that specialise in local food and craftsmanship. The Market is still thriving for 3 days a week and on the first Sunday of every month the curated Independent Market arrives.
This is perfect for seekers of more unusual gifts and items from vintage collectibles to locally crafted products. Once a year in July Frome hosts an Arts Festival and the whole town comes alive with performance, music and colour.
Mill On The Brue
Glastonbury Tor
Active days out
A UNIQUE FAMILY-RUN, AWARD-WINNING OUTDOOR
ACTIVITY CENTRE IN BRUTON, SOMERSET
Over 40 activities available
Booking essential
A great day out for those looking fir action snd adventure
South West Karting - Haynes
Experience the best of Somerset by bike. Enjoy more of Cheddar Gorge, Mendip Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Cruise along the Strawberry Line, days out to the coast or Wells or discover the many nature reserves in the area
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cycle-2-(2).jpgExperience the best of Somerset by bike. Enjoy more of Cheddar Gorge, Mendip Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Cruise along the Strawberry Line, days out to the coast or Wells or discover the many nature reserves in the area
Premium adult bikes suitable for the amazing cycling routes in the Cheddar area – we have routes for all abilities. There’s something for everyone.
E-Bikes, it’s like riding a bike only easier - Range of up to 70km - £38 per day
Mountain Bikes, discover the Mendips. -£19 per day
Helmet, water bottle, lock & lights provided.
Optional hi-vis vest & phone holders.
Image Gallery
Opening Hours
Opening hours are seasonal and may differ in bad weather.
Contact
Cheddar Bikes
Cheddar Bikes
Lower North St
Cheddar
Somerset
BS27 3HA
United Kingdom
T: 07864329840
E: hello@cheddarbikes.co.uk
W: cheddarbikes.co.uk/
Cheddar Bikes
Lower North StreetExperience the best of Somerset by bike. Enjoy more of Cheddar Gorge, Mendip Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Cruise along the Strawberry Line, days out to the coast or Wells or discover the many nature reserves in the area
Description
cycle-2-(2).jpgExperience the best of Somerset by bike. Enjoy more of Cheddar Gorge, Mendip Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Cruise along the Strawberry Line, days out to the coast or Wells or discover the many nature reserves in the area
Premium adult bikes suitable for the amazing cycling routes in the Cheddar area – we have routes for all abilities. There’s something for everyone.
E-Bikes, it’s like riding a bike only easier - Range of up to 70km - £38 per day
Mountain Bikes, discover the Mendips. -£19 per day
Helmet, water bottle, lock & lights provided.
Optional hi-vis vest & phone holders.
Image Gallery
Opening Hours
Opening hours are seasonal and may differ in bad weather.
Contact
Cheddar Bikes
Cheddar Bikes
Lower North St
Cheddar
Somerset
BS27 3HA
United Kingdom
T: 07864329840
E: hello@cheddarbikes.co.uk
W: cheddarbikes.co.uk/
Mendip Snowsport Centre
Lyncombe DriveFood scene
Roth Bar & Grill
Dropping LaneQuirky pub full of artwork with an interesting menu on the Somerset levels
Live music at weekends
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The Sheppey
Quirky pub full of artwork with an interesting menu on the Somerset levels
Live music at weekends
Somerset Cider Brandy Co
Burrow Hill Burrow WayPip’s Railway Carriage Cafe
The Red Lion
Glastonbury RoadLazy Lobster chew magna
5d S ParadeThe White Hart
Market PlaceThe Old Tannery
Morland RoadThe Oyster & Fish House
Cobb Road
The Newt in Somerset
A359Roth Bar & Grill
Dropping LaneOsip restaurant
1 High StThe Red Lion Inn
North StreetRainbows End Cafe
17A High StHOLM Somerset
The Walled Garden at Mells
Selwood StreetThe Old Pharmacy
3 High StLord Poulett Arms
High StreetBarrington Boar
Middlewick Farm Shop and Cafe
Saffron
Tamburino Village
62 High StQueen of Cups
Fondo Lounge
Great pancakes
And a wide menu with foods from around the globe
Very family friendly
Wraxall Vineyard
Wraxall RoadThe Newt in Somerset
A359Sightseeing
Haynes International Motor Museum
Collines Quantock, Taunton TA5 1HJ, Royaume-Uni
Lyme Regis Beach
Abbaye de Glastonbury
RSPB Ham Wall
Avalon Marshes Centre
Glastonbury Tor
Cheddar Gorge
Areas of natural beauty
Quantock Hills AONB
Ham Hill, High Ham, Langport TA10, Royaume-Uni
Combe Hill Woods
RSPB Ham Wall