Country Line

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Dulverton - Wellington - Taunton - Bridgwater

The Country Line embodies everything that makes Somerset such a varied and idyllic place to explore.

Discover ancient sites, glorious gardens and parks and take advantage of the obligatory cricket and cider stops. This line gives you the taste of Somerset in just 23 miles.

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Ashbrittle Yew

Meet one of the oldest living things in Britain; a 3000-year-old yew tree that was mature when Stonehenge was in use.

Barford Park

Make an appointment to visit to this 300-year-old house and landscaped park complete with woodlands,water gardens and fishponds.

Castle Neroche Norman Castle

Explore the history of Neroche and woodlands of the Blackdown Hills. From 2000-year-old settlements to a motte-and-bailey castle.

Cothay Manor

Be guided through the medieval manor containing 500-year-old wall paintings, oak panelling and other treasures. Linger over a cream tea in the 12-acre garden paradise.

Dulverton Guildhall Heritage and Arts Centre

See the fascinating past of this unique Exmoor town. Discover the story of the Red Deer and Granny Baker’s cottage. Explore the Exmoor Oral History archive, old photos and films.

Fyne Court

Step into a magical nature reserve. Discover a widevariety of habitats which serve as the backdrop for the partly demolished home of the Crosse family.

Stretch your legs in over 40 acres of woodland walks in the landscaped grounds of Hestercombe House. See over 250 years of gardening design complete with temples, terraces, pagodas, lakes and cascades.

The Line Wood Walk

Explore a 2-mile circular walk through the landscaped woodlands of Hatch Court, built in 1755. Discover the icehouse, ruined grotto and summerhouse.

Museum of Somerset

From Roman mosaics, prehistoric skeletons and dinosaurs to gold hoards and art, Somerset’s museum has it all. Journey through time in Taunton’s 900-year-old castle that re-opens in 2011.

Sheppy’s Cider and Rural Life Museum

Get a taste of Somerset’s most famous export, cider, at this working farm and orchard. Discover how cider is made and learn more about rural crafts.

Somerset Cricket Museum

Somerset and cricket go hand in hand. Explore the fascinating history of the sport and its players housed in one of Taunton’s oldest buildings.

Somerset Military Museum

Relive the personal stories of the soldiers who fought in Somerset’s regiments in conflicts across the world. Located in Taunton Castle, the museum re-opens in 2011.