The Area and Local Events
Somerset is a place of myth and magic, steeped in history, where eerie mists blur the line between fact and fiction.
Somerset is a land of Kings such as Arthur and Alfred. Cradle of Christianity in Britain, stronghold of Alfred the Great and scene of bloody Civil War battles.
Famed for cider making and cider drinking, there are numerous cider farms, each with their own unique brew. Somerset’s cider traditions led to the birth of the Wurzels.
Close by is the mystical town of Glastonbury, with its world famous Glastonbury Tor, Glastonbury Abbey. Not only will you find the town of Glastonbury intriguing, and the Abbey fascinating you may also enjoy a visit to the Chalice Well where you will experience a tranquil, calm garden with a tumbling stream flowing through the middle. Otherwise just sit in a café enjoying the unique hippy culture.
Wells, a few miles further on, is England’s smallest city. It’s worth a visit to see its magnificent Cathedral, Bishop’s Palace and thriving twice weekly farmers’ market.
All around are the enigmatic and magical Somerset levels from which rise the Polden and Mendip hills to the north and the Quantock Hills and Blackdown Hills to the west.
Whether on foot, by bicycle or car there is much to do, places to visit and countryside to enjoy.
Wookey Hole and caves is only a short drive away.
At Cheddar Gorge you can visit the labyrinth of caves and learn about the history of cheddar cheese making.
Longleat Safari Park with its lions and wolves is under an hour from Gypsy Caravan Breaks.
West Somerset Railway will take you on a steam train to the beach.
Yeovilton Fleet Air Arm museum is 20 minutes away as is the Haynes International Motor Museum.
You have the choice of the North coast beaches including Weston-Super-Mare or the south coast beaches such as Westbay all within an easy hour of our gypsy caravan site.
There is a plethora of stately homes in Somerset some of which are run by the National Trust. Close to Gypsy Caravan Breaks are: Lytes Cary House, Montacute House and Barrington Court to name but a few.
The historical city of Bath with its ancient Roman Baths less than an hour away.

Notable Dates
- Glastonbury Medieval Fayre 23/4th April 2022
- The Big Bark 24th April Bath and West Showground
- Abbey Hill Steam Fayre Rally 29th April – 2nd May 2022
- Ciderthon run, Taunton 8th May 2022
- Royal Bath and West Show 2-4th June 2022
- Green Scythe Fayre 12th June 2022
- Glastonbury Festival 22-26th June 2022
- Yeovilton Air Day 11th July 20120
- Somertock Music Festival (Somerton) 9th July 2022
- Somerton Arts Festival 1-14th July 2022
- Godney Gathering 15/16th July 2022
- Priddy Folk Festival 8th -10th July 2022
- The Glastonbury Extravaganza 6th August 2022
- Great Dorset Steam Fair 25th August 2022
- Frome Cheese Show 10th September 2022