History and Heritage in South West England
Wookey Hole Caves And Papermill, Wells, Somerset
Revamped, restored and totally remarkable, the new Wookey Hole, Britain’s Oldest Tourist Attraction is bursting onto the 2008 holiday scene in an explosive mix of HISTORY, MYSTERY & FUN.
With new attractions, great new facilities and the classic glory of Britain's most spectacular underground caverns, the centuries-old site near Wells in Somerset has been given a brand new lease of life.Last year we opened a ‘Valley of the Dinosaurs’. A full size King Kong now sits at the entrance. Come and stroll amongst our full sized dinosaurs, or relax in our ‘Enchanted Fairy Garden’ with fairies, dragons and elves. FUN IN THE MONSTER MILL at the West’s Largest Indoor Attraction.
Children love it here
With its steaming waters and Roman artefacts, a visit to the Roman Baths is an unforgettable and unique experience. Fine Roman museum, audio guides and computer animations included in admission price.
Kingston Lacy House & Garden, Wimborne Minster, Dorset
Beautiful 17th century house designed for Sir Ralph Bankes.
The house contains an outstanding collection of paintings, including works by Van Dyck, Titian and Brueghel, Egyptian artefacts from 3000BC and the dramatic Spanish Room with walls hung in magnificent gilded leather.
If you like walking through beautiful countryside with lots of opportunities to stop and explore market towns and villages and eat great food then the River Parrett Trail is for you.
Bishop's Palace & Gardens, Wells, Somerset
Magnificent palace, steeped in history and surrounded by splendid gardens.
Enjoy the tranquility of the beautiful gardens in this unique and historic site. Discover the wells from which the city takes its name and the splendid 13th century palace buildings.
