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The Mount Somerset
Lower Henlade, Taunton, Somerset, TA3 5NB

High on the slopes of the Blackdown Hills stands The Mount Somerset. This magnificent building was built in 1805 by an Italian architect and much of the original plasterwork has been preserved to blend with the décor, antiques and lavish...
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Attractions near The Mount Somerset
A selection of attractions close to The Mount Somerset:
Hestercombe Gardens  (1.9 Miles)
Forty acres of walks, streams and temples, vivid colours, formal terraces, woodlands, lakes, cascades and views that take your breath away. This is Hestercombe: a...
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St Mary Magdalene Church  (4.1 Miles)
St Mary’s, begun in the early 14th Century, is Taunton’s town church and the largest parish church in Somerset. The tower was described by Simon...
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St James Church  (4.3 Miles)
The oldest parts of St James Church are early 14th Century and there are fragments of 15th Century glass in the West end. The beautiful...
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Somerset Military Museum  (4.3 Miles)
Somerset Military Museum carries the largest collection related to the history of the military anywhere in the county. The collections are made up of...
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Taunton Castle  (4.3 Miles)
Taunton Castle was built in the early 12th Century as a stronghold and administrative centre for the Bishops of Winchester. The castle was improved around...
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The Brewhouse Theatre  (4.4 Miles)
The Brewhouse Theatre and Arts Centre offers a wide assortment of events, including shows, comedy, and music. The venue also holds workshops for both adults...
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Somerset Cricket Museum  (4.4 Miles)
The long tradition of cricket in Somerset is celebrated in this good sized museum at the county ground, where weather can never affect your enjoyment....
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Willows & Wetlands Centre  (7.1 Miles)
The visitor centre provides a fascinating insight into this traditional willow industry. Entrance is free to the basket museum, Willows & Wetlands Exhibition furniture gallery...
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Stoke-sub-Hamdon Priory  (8.9 Miles)
Stoke-sub-Hamdon Priory is a former priests' house of the chantry chapel of St Nicholas and dates back to the 14th Century. The Grade 1...
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The Fire Museum  (8.9 Miles)
This museum is dedicated to telling the story of the fire service in this area of the country. In an interesting and engaging manner,...
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Fyne Court  (9.5 Miles)
Fyne Court is based on the pleasure grounds of 19th Century electrician Andrew Close’s property. The National Trust has been responsible for the upkeep...
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Ferne Animal Sanctuary  (10.9 Miles)
Ferne Animal Sanctuary is just off the A30 and provides refuge for unwanted animals. It is a retirement home for approximately 300 animals varying...
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Bishops Lydeard Mill  (11.1 Miles)
The restored Bishops Lydeard Mill and Mill House have become sites of historical interest and are Grade II listed. The waterwheel weighs in at two...
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Blake Museum  (11.1 Miles)
This museum has been designed in such a way as to be of the utmost interest to all ages. The collection of exhibitions tell...
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Westonzoyland Pumping Station  (11.4 Miles)
This pumping station houses one of the county's smallest and most remote museums. There are many interesting pieces of original steam machinery on display,...
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(All distances are direct and may be longer by road)
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