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SomersetChard

Chard, small town in a farming area on the border with Devon.

After the failed Monmouth rebellion in 1685 Judge Jefferies held his Bloody Assize here in the former manor house.

The building is still here, near the Elizabethan Guildhall, and you can visit the courtroom.

The church and the Choughs Inn are worth a visit, probably in that order.

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Chard Tourist Attractions

 
Chard Museum, 15 High Street Chard TA20 1QL ,local exhibits including those on the local lace industry and costumes, shop, etc, Tel: 01460 65091  Admission ChargeOpen:May-Oct, Mon-Fri 10.30-16.30, Sat 10.30-12.30, closed Sun except Jul and Aug 11.00-15.00
 
Cricket St Thomas Wildlife Park, A30 east, formerly home of Mr Blobby, now a leisure park with parkland, animals, pets corner etc The theme park is now closed and a Warner hotel has been built here Tel: 01460 30111Admission Charge
Open: 10-6 or dusk in winter
 
Forde Abbey, in Dorset, south east off B3162, former abbey in great setting with lakes  Admission Charge  More On Forde Abbey
 
Perry's Cider Mills, east off A358 north, of B3162 south from Ilminster, around a yard are thatched buildings, you can see the cider being made, video presentation, tastings(!), shop, Tel: 01460 52681
 
Small villages north and south, try Wambrook as you go south into Devon.

Where To Stay in Chard

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Hornsbury Mill Eleighwater near Chard TA20 3AQ MAP
In 5 acres of peaceful, landscaped water gardens, deep in the heart of Somerset, this charming 19th- century watermill combines beautiful original features and traditional character with modern comforts.

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The Lordleaze Hotel and Restaurant Henderson Drive Forton Road Chard TA20 2HW MAP
The Lordleaze Hotel is a delightfully converted 18th century farmhouse set in rural surroundings. The secluded surroundings of Lordleaze Hotel is a perfect location for those seeking peace and tranquility.

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Bellplot House Hotel High Street Chard TA20 1QB MAP
Beautiful Grade II Listed Georgian Townhouse, the only Hotel in the centre of Chard & with own private carpark.. Drive in thro the gates, relax and enjoy elegant surroundings with friendly service & fine food cooked by Thomas.

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Cottage Ref: 2300 Bishopswood near Chard TA20 3RZ Tel: 01244 357717  MAP
This cottage, set in the owner's grounds in Bishopswood, is just six miles from the nearby town of Chard....
Pets allowed. Changeover Day: Fri Price Guide: 182.00-341.00
Sleeps up to 2 in 1 bedrooms.

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Mow Barton Churchinford near Chard Tel: 0844 847 1200  MAP
This striking stone barn conversion in the Blackdown Hills enjoys stunning views over rural Somerset and Devon. Honiton, famous for lace making and antique browsing, and Taunton are both 7 miles, coastal resorts of Lyme Regis and Beer are 30 minutes…...
Sleeps 7 + 1 + cot

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Hodgeditch Farm Chard Junction Chard Tel: 0844 847 1200  MAP
At the end of a quiet country lane, these three charming and individual properties enjoy an idyllic setting surrounded by 3½ acres of land crossed by a sparkling stream. Set right on the Somerset, Devon and Dorset border, they are just 8 miles from…...
Sleeps 2 - 6 + t/cot

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Turnpike Cottage Chard Tel: 0844 847 1200  MAP
Charming and unusual, this cosy circular thatched toll cottage lies just half a mile from Chard in the Blackdown Hills, an area of outstanding natural beauty. Situated on the Chard to Honiton road the cottage has been lovingly restored and enjoys…...
Sleeps 2 + 2 children

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The Willows Knapp Tatworth near Chard TA20 2SZ Tel: 0844 847 1200  MAP
Set on the Somerset Devon and Dorset border this delightful ground floor apartment is ideally located for enjoying the myriad pleasures these three glorious counties have to offer. Adjoining the owner's home it lies just a short drive from the world f...
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Holway 2 Holway Cottage Synderford Thorncombe near Chard TA20 4PZ Tel: 0844 847 1200  MAP
This delightful 17th century Grade II listed cottage recently sympathetically refurbished to a high standard retains many fine historic features including its original timber stairs and beams. Set in the little village of Thorncombe it enjoys its own priv...
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Hazel Lodge Crossways South Chard near Chard TA20 2PP Tel: 0844 847 1200  MAP
This attractive property offers spacious modern accommodation in a charming rural location within a few miles of Dorset's Heritage coast and the famous resorts and beaches of Lyme Regis Charmouth Beer and Sidmouth. The town of Honiton – an antiqu...
Sleeps 6

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Around The Chard Area

Visit Taunton for the shops,or drive south to Lyme Regis and a dramatic coastline

Tourist Information on Nearby Towns To Visit - straight line distance:

Ilminster (4.42 miles) Axminster (6.52 miles) Crewkerne (7.35 miles) Lyme Regis (10.32 miles) Beaminster (10.41 miles) Colyton (10.57 miles) Honiton (11.05 miles) Taunton (11.50 miles) Seaton (12.51 miles) Langport (12.92 miles) Bridport (13.13 miles)

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