Top Things to do in Somerset
5 Ancient Ruins in Somerset That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Somerset, United Kingdom including Stanton Drew Stone Circles & Cove, Glastonbury Abbey, Burrow Mump, Temple Precinct, Worlebury Hillfort.
Restaurants in Somerset
1. Stanton Drew Stone Circles & Cove
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4.5 based on 100 reviews
Reviewed By DAISY_MAY987 - Blackpool, United Kingdom
West of England stone circle. Morning spent walking around trying to avoid the cows. Place to myself. Highlight of my day. I want to be a pagan druid.
2. Glastonbury Abbey
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4.5 based on 1,736 reviews
A hidden jewel in the heart of Somerset, Glastonbury Abbey is traditionally associated with the earliest days of Christianity in Britain and figures such as Joseph of Arimathea, St Patrick and St David. It is also the resting place for three Saxon kings and the legendary King Arthur. Set in 36 acres of parkland in the middle of the town, the histories, mysteries and myths of Glastonbury Abbey define it as a place of extraordinary spiritual significance. Open 364 days a year, welcoming dogs on short leads, with summer cafe, costumed guides, accredited museum and gift shop.
Reviewed By bleuberry99 - San Diego, United States
To sit and take in the beautiful structures while daydreaming that King Arthur and Guinevere are buried here fulfills a wanderlust in my spirit that was awoken as a child when I was first told of the mythical legends and folklore that still entice me today. The height and architecture of some of the remaining structures are just awesome to gaze upon. Being there at sunset added to the beauty. If you love the legends a much as I do you’ll be happy to have stepped foot into this place.
3. Burrow Mump
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4.5 based on 212 reviews
Reviewed By 12jonc - Bridgwater, United Kingdom
Quite a climb, great views from the top, check out the old graffiti carved above the main entrance- it’s a girt hill with an old church on the top - good stuff!
4. Temple Precinct
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3.5 based on 2 reviews
Along with the Roman Baths, this Corinthian-style temple, which held altars, monuments and other pediments, once occupied the main portion of the walled town of Bath.
5. Worlebury Hillfort
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3.0 based on 2 reviews
This large Hillfort above Weston-super-Mare is an ancient monument of international significance. It was built around 2,300 years ago in the Iron Age by members of the Celtic Dobunni tribe. The Hillfort is protected by seven valla (defensive walls and ditches) and has more than 90 storage pits where important archaeological discoveries have been made. Magnificent views can be seen from the Fort.
