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Somerset (/ˈsʌmərsɪt, -sɛt/ (
listen);[2] archaically Somersetshire) is a county in South West England which borders Gloucestershire and Bristol to the north, Wiltshire to the east, Dorset to the south-east and Devon to the south-west. It is bounded to the north and west by the Severn Estuary and the Bristol Channel, its coastline facing southeastern Wales. Its traditional border with Gloucestershire is the River Avon.[3] Somerset's county town is Taunton.
Somerset is a rural county of rolling hills, the Blackdown Hills, Mendip Hills, Quantock Hills and Exmoor National Park, and large flat expanses of land including the Somerset Levels. There is evidence of human occupation from Paleolithic times, and of subsequent settlement by the Celts, Romans and Anglo-Saxons. The county played a significant part in Alfred the Great's rise to power, and later the English Civil War and the Monmouth Rebellion. The city of Bath is famous for its Georgian architecture and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Porlock village sits in the wide and fertile Porlock Vale, a little inland from Porlock salt marsh and the shingle ridge. The High Street meanders through the village with a wide range of quality independent shops. The medieval church of St Dubricius sits in the centre of the village.
Porlock has long been famous for its steep 1:4 Porlock Hill, which the main road takes towards Lynmouth. It is one of the steepest hills on any main road in England and used to cause real problems for old cars and their drivers. For those who would rather not take this very steep hill, there is the pretty toll road which winds its way less severely to the top of the hill. Once up there the views are among the best on Exmoor. Porlock Vale encompasses Porlock village and the surrounding villages of Porlock Weir, West Porlock, Luccombe, Wootton Courtenay, Bossington, Horner, Allerford, Tivington, Selworthy and Culbone. Exmoor is a walkers paradice with so many beautiful walks around all of the villages and also being so close to the sea, it is the perfect place for active people as well as those looking for a relaxing holiday.
Porlock Vale encompasses a stunning sea marsh, designated an SSSI. It is part of the 630-mile South West Coast Path and The Coleridge Way Walk, a 51-mile walk across Exmoor.
Mountain biking on Exmoor offers some of the best trails, with its hilly climbs and steep descents. A vast network of bridleways across Exmoor offer riders superb horse riding while thrill seekers can try kayaking, paddle boarding, coasteering, mountain climbing or abseiling. Photographers can capture stunning wildlife including Exmoor ponies, red deer and Highland cattle, while landscape photographers will be blown away by the Exmoor scenery.
Make sure you stop by and visit, Dovery Manor Museum, Greencombe Gardens and the Exmoor Owl and Hawk Centre. There are lots of fabulous places to eat in and around Porlock! Discover delicious cream teas and homemade cakes or find a savoury delight in one of the many tea shops. Settle in for a pint or glass of wine and a home-cooked meal at a pub with a cosy fire in the winter and beer garden to soak up the sun in the summer. There are takeaway options day and night too if you prefer to pack up a picnic for the day or dine in at night. You’ll find a fantastic variety of accommodation providers from campsites, B&B’s and boutique hotels. Porlock has a wide range of wonderful independent shops to explore. Find gifts for the home and garden, fantastic local art and handmade craft. To tempt your tastebuds, discover jams, chutneys and honey produced in Somerset, the finest cheeses, fresh local meats, as well as sweet treats such as locally produced fudge, chocolate and biscuits.
Wilton is an old English market town, just west of Salisbury, that dates back several thousand years. During Anglo-Saxon times it was the capital of Wessex and the source of the county name Wiltshire (Wilton- shire). During the 9th century King Alfred established a benedictine convent here, on the site of what is now Wilton House.
In 1033 the town was sacked by invading Danes and later decimated by the Black Death, which along with several other misfortunes, caused the local government to move to Salisbury. Then in 1888, the town of Trowbridge was preferred due to its easier access to London, via Brunel's Great Western Railway.
Today Wilton is famous for its carpets, which have been manufactured here since the 17th century.
This ancient weaving trade began as a cottage industry and was given royal status in 1699 by William III. The Wilton Carpet Factory (on King Street) is still in operation today, making some of the finest patterned weave carpets in England, including unique and bespoke designs to order.
The town has a good range of independent shops, pubs and cafes. West Street is the main shopping thoroughfare, backed by many fine 17th-c dwellings faced with later shop fronts. The marketplace has an unusual market cross - a composite of early Christian artefacts. Outdoor markets are held on Thursdays and a country market takes place on Friday.
Not far from the market sits the ruins of the 15th-c St Mary's Church - established in 1229 before the completion of Salisbury Cathedral. However, the church was abandoned in the mid 19th-c in favour of the impressive Italian romanesque Basilica of St Mary and St Nicholas. This spectacular cathedral like building was commissioned by the Dowager Countess of Pembroke and her son, to a design by the architect Thomas Henry Wyatt.
A friendly town set in the wide valley between the Brendon and Blackdown Hills, Wellington gave its name to the famous 'Iron Duke', victor of the Battle of Waterloo. The 175ft column built on the scarp edge of the Blackdowns was erected in his honour: at night it is an illuminated landmark for miles around. The town's growth and prosperity date back to the 18th century when the Fox Family built their integrated woollen mill. Visit the Wellington museum to find out more about this historic town and unravel the Fox Family legacy.
With a range of specialist shops, Wellington is ideal for browsing during the day whilst the 'Wellesley', the town's unique 1930s cinema offers entertainment in the evening. Wellington Park was restored in recent years thanks to a Heritage Lottery Grant.
Wellington has also recently become a 'Food Town' and hosts various events and initiatives to celebrate the best in local food and drink.
