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SomersetTaunton

Taunton, a busy regional shopping town, with a good range of shops in the centre, and out-of-town shopping complex which also has cinemas and 10 pin bowling. There is a horse racing course just south west on the B3170.

In 1497 Perkin Warbeck seized the town and said he was King Richard IV, the town was also involved in the Civil War and Monmouth's rebellion.

The town has some old pubs, and a few old street such as Hammet Street with its 18th century houses, near the church.

Quite a lot to see and do around this area, and the M5 gives good access north and south, the A358 will take up to Exmoor and the north coast.

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Taunton Tourist Attractions

 
Somerset County Museum, in a former castle, local exhibits, shop, etc, Tel: 01823 355455 Admission Charge
 
OPENING SOON ! Avon and Somerset Police Museum, Police Station Yard, Burton Place, Taunton police artefacts including uniforms and weapons; archives including crime files
 
Somerset Military Museum, The Castle, Castle Green, Taunton TA1 4AA Collections from the history of the Somerset Light Infantry and other Somerset regiments Admission Charge
 
Somerset Cricket Museum, 7 Priory Avenue, in a old priory gatehouse at the county cricket ground exhibits on cricket with a library, Tel: 01823 275893 Admission Charge Open: Apr-Oct Mon-Fri plus match weekends.
 
West Somerset Railway, just outside of the town, signposted, one of the longest private railways, goes to Watchet and Minehead on the North Somerset coast, steam and diesel, telephone for details 01643 707650 as only operates Apr-Oct  Admission Charge
 
Combe Florey and Bishops Lydeard, two small villages on the A358, Evelyn Waugh is buried in the churchyard at Combe Florey, and Bishops Lydeard church is worth a call in. Further along, Bee World and Animal Centre can be found at Stogumber, hives, exhibition, walks and rides, Tel: 01984 656545 Admission Charge
 
Sheppy's Cider & Rural Life Museum Three Bridges, Bradford-on-Tone, Taunton TA4 1ER, A38 towards Wellington, Cider making, farm equipment, crafts, video presentation, walks, shop,etc, Tel:01823 461233 Admission Charge Open: Mon-Sat 8.30-6.00, Sun 12-2.00pm (Easter to Christmas)
 
Hestercombe Gardens, Cheddon Fitzpaine, north off  A3259 , lawns, sunken gardens, restored from the designs of the Lutyens, around the fire brigade headquarters, shop, etc,  Tel: 01823 413923 Admission Charge  More on The Gardens
 
Hatch Court, at Hatch Beauchamp, A358 towards Ilminster, signposted, mansion house, collection of china and a military museum, all set in parkland with deer, Hatch Court is now closed to the public More on The Gardens
 
Gaulden Manor, at Tolland, B3224 off the A358 north, medieval, manor house, with gardens,shop, etc, Tel:01984 667213   Admission Charge Open:Jun-Aug, Sun, Thur and Bank Holidays afternoons.
 

Where To Stay in Taunton

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Castle Hotel Castle Green Taunton TA1 1NF MAP
Located in the heart of Taunton, just 2 miles from the M5, this 4-star hotel has been welcoming travellers to the town since the 12th century.

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Express by Holiday Inn Taunton Blackbrook Business Park Blackbrook Park Avenue Taunton TA1 2RW MAP
A modern, comfortable hotel at the gateway to the West Country. Great value for money for both business and leisure travelers.

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Best Western Rumwell Manor Hotel Rumwell Taunton TA4 1EL MAP
Rumwell Manor is set amidst 5 acres of landscaped gardens with stunning country views, just 2 miles from Taunton. The Hotel is ideally located for both leisure and business guests visiting Taunton and the West Country.

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Blorenge House Staplegrove Road Taunton TA1 1DG MAP
This early Victorian building offers an outdoor swimming pool and four-poster bed options, a 5-minute walk from the town centre, county cricket ground and the train and bus stations.

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The Mount Somerset Lower Henlade Taunton TA3 5NB MAP
This elegant Regency country house is 3 miles from Taunton, in the heart of the Quantocks and Blackdown Hills. It has 2 first-class restaurants and beautiful gardens.

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The Corner House Hotel Park Street Taunton TA1 4DQ MAP
The Corner House Hotel, in the heart of Taunton, is a new breed of hotel for the 21st century. Fully refurbished in April 2003, we have retained all of the features of this charming Victorian building.

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Premier Inn Taunton Deane Motorway Service Area M5 Southbound, Trull Taunton TA3 7PF MAP
At Taunton Deane food and drink is available at the adjacent and Roadchef / Costa

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Guest Houses, Bed & Breakfasts, Inns and Other Hotels


Salisbury House Hotel 14 Billetfield Taunton TA1 3NN MAP
Victorian hotel in unrivalled Town Centre location near Vivary Park. Central to all amenities with own Car Park.

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Meryan House Hotel Bishops Hull Road Bishops Hull Taunton TA1 5EG MAP
A charming period residence over 300 years old set in it's own grounds.

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Brookfield House 16 Wellington Road Taunton TA1 4EQ MAP
Grade II Listed Georgian House located in town centre close to all local amenities. Free car parking. We are ideally situated just five minutes walk to Taunton Town.

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Cedar Falls Health Spa Bishops Lydeard Near Taunton TA4 3AF MAP
Welcome to Cedar Falls: Somerset's natural antiIdote to fatigue. One of the most comprehensive health spa resorts in the UK; Cedar Falls is a personal retreat where you make the rules. The choice of bespoke treatments will depend on your mood..

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Yallands Farmhouse Staplegrove Taunton TA2 6PZ MAP
Our delightful 16th. Century former farmhouse, brimming with Old England character, is close to Taunton town centre, yet unexpectedly quiet and secluded. Our bedrooms are all en-suite, centrally heated, comfortable and attractive, with colour TV..

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New Inn Halse Near Taunton TA4 3AF MAP
The 2004 Somerset Pub of the Year has become the Southwest Regional Pub of the Year, one of only 16 regionals in the whole of the UK. This led to runner-up National Pub of The Year 2005. Also, West Region Cask Pub of The Year 2005!..

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Octon Lodge Shoreditch Road Taunton TA3 7BL MAP
Octon Lodge is a beautiful former 17thCentury coaching Inn set in over an acre of delightful gardens,situated in th vale of Taunton and only 1 mile to Taunton town centre.You can be assured of a peaceful night's sleep away from the hustle and bustle..

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Holiday Cottages


Lilicomb Handley Copse Farm, Venn Cross Waterrow, Wiveliscombe near Taunton TA4 2BE Tel: 0844 847 1200  MAP
This stunning newly built lodge enjoys a superb location in wonderful countryside on the fringes of the Exmoor National Park and within a short drive of the graceful market town of Bampton Dulverton Tiverton and the county town of Taunton. The area offers...
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Little Whipcott Heights Holcombe Rogus near Wellington Tel: 0844 847 1200  MAP
Enjoying panoramic views towards the Blackdown Hills, this attractive and very comfortable cottage makes an ideal base for exploring this beautiful area. Adjoining the owners' home, it has its own lawned area within the garden, enjoyed also by the…...
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Maple Suite Culmhead House near Taunton
1 OF 2 EXCLUSIVE SUITES SOMERSET COUNTRY RETREAT SET IN 10 ACRES OF PRIVATE GROUNDS COUPLES AND FAMILIES ALWAYS WELCOME Culmhead House welcomes you to stay in one of their two spacious self contained suites set within this beautiful Victorian Manor Hou......
2 Bedrooms Sleeping 6. Changeover Day is Sat.Dogs allowed: Yes (1)

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Beech Suite Culmhead House near Taunton
1 OF 2 EXCLUSIVE SUITES SOMERSET COUNTRY RETREAT SET IN 10 ACRES OF PRIVATE GROUNDS COUPLES AND FAMILIES ALWAYS WELCOME Culmhead House welcomes you to stay in one of their two spacious self contained suites set within this beautiful Victorian Manor Hou......
2 Bedrooms Sleeping 5. Changeover Day is Sat.Dogs allowed: Yes (1)

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Self Catering Holiday Cottage - The Old Quarry Abbotsfield Wiveliscombe TA4 2SU
Tel: 07732156570 This beautiful log cabin is set in half an acre of secluded private woodland. It is a perfect place to relax with plenty of space outside including the verandah, a gazebo, stone built barbeque, picnic bench and a level lawn.
Inside is an open plan living area with a wood burning stove leading through the hall way to three bedrooms accomadating up to 5 people. The Old Quarry is only 5 minutes from the Historic market town of Wiveliscombe which has good local facilities....


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Knapp Cottages Swallows Barn near Taunton
1 OF 3 BARN CONVERSIONS ON A HILLTOP COUNTRY SETTING BLESSED WITH STUNNING VIEWS These superb old barns have just been lovingly converted into three holiday units. Finished to a high standard Knapp Holiday Cottages benefit from superb views across......
1 Bedrooms Sleeping 2. Changeover Day is Fri.Dogs allowed: Yes (2)

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Knapp Cottages River View near Taunton
1 OF 3 BARN CONVERSIONS ON A HILLTOP COUNTRY SETTING BLESSED WITH STUNNING VIEWS These superb old barns have just been lovingly converted into three holiday units. Finished to a high standard Knapp Holiday Cottages benefit from superb views across......
3 Bedrooms Sleeping 6. Changeover Day is Fri.Dogs allowed: Yes (2)

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Around The Taunton Area

Take a trip up to the North Somerset coast across the Quantock hills, and visit the resort of  Minehead

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

Bridgwater (9.20 miles) Culmstock (10.01 miles) Ilminster (10.32 miles) Chard (11.50 miles) Langport (12.69 miles) Honiton (15.10 miles) Burnham-on-Sea (16.20 miles) Crewkerne (16.22 miles) Cullompton (16.27 miles) Axminster (16.58 miles) Dunster (18.80 miles)

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