With easy access to rail and motorway links in nearby Taunton, yet a peaceful rural location, you'll find the central location of Allerford Barns a great base to for your Somerset adventure.
From the Somerset Levels to the wild beauty of Exmoor, picturesque riverside villages to bustling towns - and of course, the beauty of the Quantocks right on our doorstep, Somerset is home to such a diverse range of landscapes.
There is so much to encounter in this breath-taking part of the world...
Enjoy a road trip on Exmoor
Meet its' famous ponies, cross the River Exe at Tarr steps, climb a peak to take in the view from Dunkery Beacon and make sandcastles on the beach at Minehad.
Visit a village, a town or even a city
Explore Exeter, Wells and Glastonbury, tread the cobbles of Dunster and its medieval castle, or stay closer to home and enjoy shopping and eating in Wellington and Taunton.
All within 10 miles of Allerford Barns, these are places we go to locally and can warmly recommend:
The Farmers Arms, Combe Florey
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Good food, great outdoor space, Open Wednesday through Sunday.
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Augustus, Taunton
Small but super food and service
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The Globe, Milverton
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Brazz, Taunton
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The White Horse, Bradford on Tone
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New Inn, Halse
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Podshavers
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Castle Bow Restaurant, Taunton
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Cosy Club, Taunton
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Mendip Outdoor Pursuits
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Essential Adventure
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Ashcombe Adventure
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Quad World
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Black Rock Outdoors
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Cannington Park Paintball
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Somerset Boat Hire
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Mansell Karting
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Wimbleball Lake, Dulverton
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Surfers World
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Mendip outdoor pursuits
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Essential Adventure
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West Somerset Railway
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Taunton Racecourse
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Exmoor national Park
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Dunster Castle
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Hestercombe
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Sheppys Cider
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Maunsell Lock
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Somerset County Cricket, Taunton
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Ballooning
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Flip Out Trampoline Park
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Cheddar Gorge
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Exeter Racecourse
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Exeter Cathedral
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Clarks Village Shopping
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Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site
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Dartmoor National Park
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Fleet Air Arm Museum
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Castle Drogo
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Escorted rides for adults & children, for the experienced or complete beginner.
Heazle Riding Centre
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Flying Start Riding Centre
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Shalden Shooting School
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Ling Shooting
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Exmoor Shooting Company
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Birds Hill Days
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While on your holiday, what better way to unwind and take it all in than a relaxing round of golf? There are three golf courses in the vicinity. Set against the glorious backdrop of Taunton's surrounding countryside, you can take in the scenery and enjoy an exhilarating game at the same time. So remember to bring your clubs.
Oake Manor Golf Club
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Pickeridge Golf Club
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Vivary Park Municipal Golf Course
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Arranging for meals to be delivered to your door gives you the opportunity to enjoy some free time instead of wondering what's for dinner.
Phone Lucy - 01823 461508
"Highly recommend the caterers, the food was excellent and plentiful"
- Paul, Essex
"The catering was out of this world and made our celebration special"
- Jane, Wiltshire
Enjoy true relaxation and a spot of pampering by visiting a nearby therapist - or arranging for them to visit you.
