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Somerset
Guides & Maps
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 Bridgwater
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| Bridgwater,
once by the sea and a major port, today the town retains the
quay and the Bridgwater Canal.
Bridgwater is a small
town, with some nice squares, it was where the Duke of Monmouth
proclaimed himself King in 1685, but lost the Battle of Sedgemoor
against King James, he was executed for his efforts.
The canal, the Bridgwater
and Taunton, runs through the flat areas of Somerset, and
there are walks along the towpath.
Don't miss the carnival,
well worth the effort, now on the nearest Friday to
November 5th. The carnival travels so you can see it in North
Petherton, and at Burnham-on-Sea.
Bridgwater also holds
the annual St Matthew's Fair in the last week of September,
with rides and side-shows in St Matthew's Park.
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Map of Bridgwater |
What
To See -
Bridgwater Tourist Attractions
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 Splash,
Mount Street, waterslide, pools, waves, cafe etc, 01278 425636
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Blake Museum,
Blake Street, museum with local exhibits as well as displays
on the Monmouth Rebellion, all in the house that may be the
birthplace of Robert Blake, Cromwell's admiral, Tel: 01278 456127 |
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Somerset
Brick and Tile Museum, East Quay, Bridgwater
Open: Sun 2.30pm-4.30pm |
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Stowey,a small
town/large village west on A39, wander around and visit the
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Coleridge
Cottage, National
Trust, at Nether Stowey, A39 west, Coleridge the poet lived
here, the Wordsworths also lived nearby, Tel: 01278 732662 Open:
Apr-Oct Thur-Sun, 14:00-17:00
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| Cannington
College Gardens,
off A39 3 miles north west, gardens in the grounds of a priory,
walled gardens and national collections as well as tropical
greenhouses, Tel: 01278 455464 Open: Apr-Oct
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| Willow
& Wetlands Visitor Centre,
take the A372 south then A361 to Stoke St Gregory, the centre
shows how this area was drained, wildlife and industry of the
area, demonstrations, shop, Tel: 01823 490249 |
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a small village east on the A372, has a small steam pumping
station,
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Where
To Stay in Bridgwater
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North Petherton Bridgwater TA6 6QA MAP
With its spacious, stylish decorated rooms, choice of two restaurants and quiet setting, the Walnut Tree is the ideal base for exploring the varied attractions of surrounding Somerset.
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Butterfly Combe, Holford Near Bridgwater TA5 1RZ MAP
Combe House Country Hotel lies in a peaceful wooded valley in the heart of the Quantock Hills, the first part of England to be designated an area of outstanding natural beauty. Its tranquil gardens feature a fine variety of shrubs, one of the largest ..
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Keenthorne Near Nether Stowey Bridgwater TA5 1HZ MAP
Friendly country hotel in 1.75 acres of tranquil grounds /gardens.Originally a farm cottage dating back a few hundred years,now transformed into one of the most popular hotels/restaurants in the area.A great base to explore the walks,birds and trails o..
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Guest
Houses, Bed & Breakfasts, Inns and Other Hotels
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Othery near Bridgwater TA7 0PT
The cottages are in the heart of the Somerset levels, within easy reach of Wooky Hole caverns and cheddar Gorge; these two barn conversions are ideally placed to explore an area renowned for its cider orchards and world famous cheddar ... Sleeps 12
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Cannington near Bridgwater
Standing in 3˝ acres of superbly landscaped gardens boasting many rare trees and shrubs, this magnificent Victorian mansion and its former stables offer an excellent choice of comfortable and well equipped accommodation and a host of activities… Sleeps 2 - 8
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Around
The Bridgwater Area
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seaside at Burnham-on-Sea, or
try a shopping trip at Taunton. |
Tourist Information on Nearby Towns To Visit - straight line distance:
Burnham-on-Sea (7.45 miles) Taunton (9.20 miles) Langport (10.33 miles) Street (11.56 miles) Glastonbury (12.46 miles) Axbridge (13.70 miles) Cheddar (14.17 miles) Ilminster (14.44 miles) Weston-super-Mare (15.05 miles) Steep Holm (15.25 miles) Wells (16.50 miles) |
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