Axbridge

Axbridge is a charming market town at the foot of the beautiful Mendip Hills, near to Cheddar, with a character all of its own. Once part of a Saxon defence system against the Viking invaders, its history goes back to King Alfred's time.

It was part of the royal manor of Cheddar, which prospered with the wool trade and has been fortunate to retain a core that has changed relatively little. The medieval square has half-timbered buildings, a handsome church, numerous specialist shops, restaurants and cafes. Also in the centre is King John's Hunting Lodge, an early Tudor merchant's house that has been restored as a museum with many interesting historical artefacts from the local area.

Take the town trail which will help you discover the main historic features of Axbridge, a town whose history goes back over 1,000 years.

Must See & Do

1. Visit the historic town square where farmers markets held 1st Sat of month
2. The King John's Hunting Lodge museum
3. The beautiful St. John the Baptist Church
4. Axbridge Blackberry Fair in September
5. Cycle along the Strawberry Line - a traffic free old railway track
6. Take a trip to the world famous Cheddar Gorge and Caves
7. Enjoy local produce and entertainment at the Axbridge Showcase in Spetember
8. Walk around Cheddar Reservoir nearby

Local Facilities

• Car parking in the Square (BS26 2AP), Moorland Street (BS26 2BA) and Meadow Street (BS26 2BL)
• Toilets in Moorland Street (BS26 2BA)
• Post Office  (BS26 2BN)
• Cash back available from The Co-op in the Square (BS26 2AP)
• Pharmacy (BS26 2BN)
• St John Baptist Church (BS26 2AP)
• Local shops, pubs and restaurants