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Did you know that there is a giant SEE MONSTER that has taken over the seafront of Weston-super-Mare? It’s a retired oil rig that has sailed over from the far …

The Clifftop Cheddar Gorge Walk is one of the best walks in the Mendip Hills and even Somerset. It’s a spectacular hike that takes you over the cliff edges and …

Did you know that one of the most famous legends of English kings is the one where King Alfred burnt cakes?  That’s right, King Alfred the Great, leader of Wessex …

If you’re looking for amazing places to visit in Wiltshire or Somerset, then I would highly recommend stopping by the incredible King Alfred’s Tower Stourhead. Although it is named after …

Cheap Street in Frome is one of the most well-preserved Medieval streets in all of Europe.  It’s easily Frome’s prettiest street with lots of character and has a history dating …

An unexpected highlight of my recent trip to Somerset was the quaint village of Nunney and the impressive Nunney Castle ruins!  A 14th-century fortress that stands in the middle of …

One of the more unique experiences in Weston-super-Mare is a stroll over to the abandoned Birnbeck Pier. It was Weston’s first pier and, in its heyday, it was a Victorian …

The quaint city of Wells in Somerset is home to the spectacular Wells Cathedral with its breathtaking West Front. But, if you head inside this 12th-century wonder you will be …

One of my favourite places to visit in the seaside town of Clevedon is the Clevedon Lookout Tower, locally known as the Sugar Lookout.  As it’s placed high on the …

I have driven past the gorgeous Rickford Chapel SO many times. Ever since I was at Bath Spa University. Which, admittedly, was some time ago now. But, I never knew what …