Visit South Somerset - Heritage & Culture
ACEarts
Arts & Crafts
ACEarts, Somerton, TA11 7NB
01458 273008
https://www.acearts.co.uk/
ACEarts is a gallery showcasing contemporary craft and art alongside an inspiring exhibition programme of work by local and national artists.
Art4All
Arts & Crafts
5 Market Square, Crewkerne, TA18 7LE
01460 78574
https://art4allframing.co.uk/
Bespoke picture framers for all types of artwork - registered with Trading Standards
ArtyCrafty
Arts & Crafts
5 Market Square, Crewkerne, TA18 7LE
A husband & wife business supplying art, craft and hobby materials and supplies, known for their friendly help.
Barwick Park Follies
Heritage Sites, Churches, Follies
Barwick, Yeovil, BA22 9TB
Discover the weird and wonderful Barwick Park four follies, apparently marking the cardinal points of the Barwick Park estate. The follies may date back to about 1775, after John Newman had built the house in 1770.
Bruton Dovecote (National Trust)
Heritage Sites, Churches, Follies
Bruton Dovecote, Bruton, BA10 0NS
Bruton Dovecote was probably erected in the 16th century as a watch tower, possibly on the site of an earlier lookout tower. Converted into a dovecote in the 18th century.
Bruton Museum
Museums
Bruton Museum, Bruton, BA10 0AA
01749 813772
https://www.brutonmuseum.org.uk/
Bruton museum tells the story of Bruton’s past and present through the display of artefacts from the Jurassic, Roman, Saxon and medieval times, along with more contemporary displays.
Burton Pynsent Monument
Heritage Sites, Churches, Follies
Burton Pynsent Monument, Langport, TA10 0PB
Follow the footpath from Curry Rivel village centre to Burton Pynsent Monument, standing on Troy Hill at the top of a steep slope and marvel in the fantastic views of the Levels and West Sedgemoor.
Cadbury Castle
Heritage Sites, Churches, Follies
Cadbury Castle, South Cadbury, BA22 7HA
Steeped in history and mythology, explore the site of the long-forsaken Cadbury Castle. A military stronghold for over 4000 years, the first earthen ramparts were raised in the Stone Age. In the 16th century it was suggested that this site was indeed the stronghold of King Arthur during the 6th century. Follow the footpath to enjoy amazing views from the earthen ramparts to Glastonbury Tor and the Somerset Levels.
Castle Cary & District Museum
Museums
Castle Cary & District Museum, Castle Cary , BA7 7AH
Castle Cary Museum offers a slice of local town and country life, run by enthusiastic volunteers. See a large collection of domestic and agricultural implements, archaeological and historical information and artefacts.
Chard and District Museum
Museums
Godworthy House, Chard, TA20 1QB
01460 65091
https://www.chardmuseum.co.uk/
Chard and District Museum exists to help today's community uncover yesterday's heritage, history and hidden stories. It opened in 1970 and is housed in a converted 16th century thatched, listed building.
Coates English Willow, Willow & Wetlands Visitor Centre
Arts & Crafts
Coates English Willow , Taunton, TA3 6HY
01823 490249
https://www.coatesenglishwillow.co.uk/
Willow is as traditional to Somerset as cheese and cider although perhaps not so much is known about it. At the Visitor Centre the Coate family has thoughtfully put together displays and collections to tell the fascinating story of willow.
Crewkerne & District Museum & Heritage Centre
Museums
Crewkerne & District Museum & Heritage Centre, Crewkerne, TA18 7LP
01460 77079
https://www.crewkernemuseum.co.uk/
Crewkerne has a long and interesting history. It once had the status of being a Saxon royal mint, was an important stopping place for travellers and its thriving textile industry brought prosperity. Founded in 1988, the museum illustrates these things, but equally shows how ordinary local people lived and worked at various periods.
