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| Axminster,
situated on the River Axe, the small town is famous for
its Axminster Carpets, invented by Thomas Whitty in 1775, a
design similar to Turkish Carpets. Caster Hill House, where
the carpets were originally produced can still be seen. The
church has a Norman door and a Jacobean pulpit.
Half Day Closing: Wednesday. Market:
Thursday - Cattle and open street market
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Map of Axminster |
What
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Axminster Tourist Attractions
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 St. Mary's Church Axminster Church Street, Axminster |
Visit the church which is on a site of a church founded before AD755. The church was endowed by Athelstan in 937 after his victory over the Danes, a battle in which 5 kings and 7 earls are said to have been killed.
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Burrow Farm Gardens Dalwood, Axminster EX13 7ET |
Gardens, shop, etc. 
Tel: 01404 831285 Open: 2008: Mar 21 - Oct 31; 10:00-19:00  Location Map |
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Loughwood Meeting House Dalwood, Axminster EX13 7DU |
,4 miles west on A35, 1653 interior 18th century.
Tel: 01392 88169 Open: All Year. Location Map |
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Shute Barton Shute, Axminster EX13 7PT |
South west 3 miles, 14th century manor house. Guided tour only.
Tel: 01297 34692 Open: 2008: 5 Apr-27 Sep; 14:00-17:30 Wed & Sat; 1 Oct-29 Oct: 14:00-17:00 Wed & Sat; Guided tour only. Last entry 30mins before close. Location Map |
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Axminster Museum The Old Courthouse, Church Street, Axminster EX13 58Q |
Opposite St. Mary's Church in the centre of Axminster,old police cells, displays in the former courtroom, collections from agricultural tools to Axminster carpets. Occasional special exhibitions.
Tel: 01297 34668 Open: end of May-September: Mon-Wed, & Fri: 10.30-16.00; Thu: 10.00-16.00; Sat: 10.30-12.30 Closes for lunch. Location Map |
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Where
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Hawkchurch Axminster EX13 5TX MAP
Where Dorset meets Devon and with Somerset close by,Fairwater Head is the ideal location for touring or just relaxing in the Hotels superb gardens. Sample the best of Devons produce cooked by award winning Chefs in Le Jardin Restaurant..
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Membury near Axminster EX13 7AQ
Our pretty thatched cottages rest in a stunning, tranquil setting. Each well equipped, comfortably furnished cottage has period features and ensuite bedrooms. We have extensive grounds and gardens with a barbeque and Hot Tub. All the ... Sleeps 4 /2
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near Axminster EX13 7BY
Our traditional stone cottage and lovely garden has beautiful sweeping views over River Axe Valley. The centrally heated cottage, faces S/SW, lies on edge of this picturesque village; approximately 200 yards from 16thC Thatched ... Sleeps 2
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near Axminster EX13 7NS
Oxenlears is a beautiful, spacious 19th century farmhouse set in its own grounds on the edge of the peaceful village of Kilmington in East Devons area of outstanding natural beauty. It is 6 miles from Lyme Regis and 2 miles from ... Sleeps 8
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Hawkchurch Axminster EX13 5UF
Sandford Cottage is located on Southmoor Farm close to the village of Hawkchurch near Axminster, South East Devon. The very secluded and peaceful holiday cottage was rebuilt some 8 years ago to the original design with local stone, solid ... Sleeps 4
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Kilmington Axminster EX13 7RG
3 Properties - Niche, Nook and Cranny are delightful stone built cottages situated in the peaceful village of Kilmington approximately 5 miles from Lyme Regis. Guests can relax and unwind in the 5 acres of gardens, orchards, fields and ... Sleeps 2 /3
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The Willows Weycroft Mill
The Willows Weycroft Mill Weycroft Axminster EX137LN
Tel: 01297 34565 Fax:
The Willows offers a cosy, spacious and well equipped two bedroom accommodation. Set within the site of the historic Weycroft Mill, it's ideally situated for exploring the local market town of Axminster, famous for its carpet making.The stone cottage overlooks the River Axe, which can be fished for salmon and trout during season, with a valid NRA license. This lovely holiday cottage is open all year. The accommodation will sleep 4 plus a cot and dogs are welcome by arrangement....
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Membury near Axminster
Nestling in the Yarty Valley in the beautiful Blackdown Hills, this attractive farm lodge offers rural tranquillity and lovely local walks with plenty of wildlife and birds to spot.Season and water levels permitting, there is fishing on the River Yart.. Sleeps 6 + 2
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Around
The Axminster Area
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the East Devon coast, visit the coastal villages and towns including
Seaton, Sidmouth
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Tourist Information on Nearby Towns To Visit - straight line distance:
Colyton (4.39 miles) Lyme Regis (4.86 miles) Seaton (6.08 miles) Chard (6.52 miles) Beer (7.08 miles) Honiton (8.24 miles) Ilminster (10.84 miles) Bridport (11.13 miles) Beaminster (11.33 miles) Crewkerne (11.45 miles) Ottery St Mary (12.22 miles) |
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