Honey Cottage (1644)

Chard (4.5 miles)
Surrounded by rich farming countryside, Chard is a classic Somerset market town with a distinct sense of history. Nearby attractions include the breathtaking Forde Abbey, a medieval masterpiece imbued with over 900 years of history and with 30 acres of stunning gardens. A little further afield you’ll find the wildlife park at Cricket St Thomas, with all manner of exotic animals.

Ilminster (5.5 miles)
Deep in the rolling Somerset countryside, Ilminster, with its imposing church and the winding River Ile, is a vision of pastoral beauty. One of the town’s best-loved attractions is Barrington Court, a well-preserved manor house with stunning formal gardens, an arboretum and traditional kitchen gardens. Younger visitors to Ilminster will clamour for a trip to the famous wildlife park at Cricket St Thomas nearby, which has a dizzying variety of animals including leopards and cheetahs.

The Warehouse Theatre (5.6 miles)
The home of the historic Ilminster Entertainment Society, who put on a rich programme of plays throughout the year.

The Wildlife Park at Cricket St Thomas (7.0 miles)
The famous attraction with so many animals to see, you won’t know where to begin.

The Art Room Gallery (7.4 miles)
An international collection of art for the serious buyer.

Forde Abbey and Gardens (7.5 miles)
A former Cistercian monastery dating back to the 1100s. The gardens are breathtaking, while inside must-sees include the cloisters and the upper refectory.