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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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Guest Houses Bed & Breakfasts Inns and Other Hotels


Watermead Guest House 83 High Street Chard TA20 1QT  MAP
AA ‘Highly Commended’ award winners, Watermead Guest House is set in a quiet location, just 2 minutes’ walk from Chard town centre. Free Wi-Fi is available, as well as free on-site private parking.

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Ammonite Lodge 43 High Street Chard TA20 1QL  MAP
Dating back to the late 18th century, this pretty 4-star bed and breakfast is located at the top of Chard’s quaint High Street. Free private parking is provided and Ammonite Lodge has a garden filled with beautiful flowers and plants.

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Holiday Cottages


Hydrangea Cottage Hewood near Chard TA20 4NR Tel: 0844 847 1200  MAP
In a tranquil unspoilt hamlet this romantic thatched cottage (all of property left of right chimney) enjoys glorious views across farmland towards Forde Abbey. Cosy very comfortable and full of character it is set on the Dorset Devon and Somerset border &...
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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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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…...
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Days Out in and around Chard

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

Towns near Chard To Visit - straight line distance:

Ilminster Tourist Information (4.42 miles) Axminster Tourist Information (6.52 miles) Crewkerne Tourist Information (7.35 miles) Lyme Regis Tourist Information (10.32 miles)

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