Things to do in East Lydford, Somerset
We've found the following things to do within 10 miles of East Lydford, Somerset.
The Great Outdoors in East Lydford
The great outdoors within 10 miles of East Lydford.
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Perry Mead | Somerset Wildlife Trust
Perry Mead is a wonderful flower-rich neutral grassland meadow on the north side of Perry Hill stretching down to the meandering River Cary near Perrys Bridge. The northern and wetter parts of the reserve close to the river are unimproved water meadows with species-rich neutral grassland flora. Mature deciduous hedgerows surround the fields and a short length of wet ditch bisects the northern field and discharges into the River Cary.

Babcary Meadows | Somerset Wildlife Trust
Visiting the species-rich hay meadows of Babcary next to the River Cary in summer is like stepping back in time when meadows like this were a common sight in our countryside.

White Field | Somerset Wildlife Trust
White Field is a small area of unimproved, yet important, species-rich hay meadow together with a small copse. It is a reserve which remains in an area that has largely seen a decline in wildlife due to agricultural intensification.

Green Down | Somerset Wildlife Trust
One of the best examples of limestone downland and scrub in Somerset. One of the jewels in the crown of this reserve is the Large Blue Butterfly, declared extinct in Britain in 1979, it has since been reintroduced as part of a long term conservation programme.

Great Breach Wood | Somerset Wildlife Trust
Part of a network of SWT reserves in the East Polden Hills, Great Breach Wood is a wonderfully diverse woodland with wildlife rich scrub and many glades and rides.

Withial Combe | Somerset Wildlife Trust
Withial Combe is mainly comprised of a remote, steep-sided ancient wooded ravine together with two small meadows great for woodland flowers and birds.

New Hill & Tannager | Somerset Wildlife Trust
One of a series of Trust reserves where you can explore the Polden Hills, a low narrow ridge of Blue Lias stretching from Puriton in the west to Street in the east. It comprises of two blocks of former limestone downland and woodland on the western escarpment of Polden Hills.

Gilling Down | Somerset Wildlife Trust
Limestone grassland reserve on west facing slopes with areas of mixed scrub and woodland great for wildflowers and butterflies. Gilling Down is adjacent to New Hill, Tannager and Great Breach Wood so why not combine a visit with all these other SWT reserves?

Dundon Beacon | Somerset Wildlife Trust
A mosaic of flower rich calcareous grassland, scrub and ancient oak woodland on an isolated hill capped with an Iron Age fort with views across the Somerset Levels and Moors.

South Hill | Somerset Wildlife Trust
South Hill is situated just north of Long Sutton off the A372 and is an area of calcareous grassland and scrub blocks. The soils that have developed since the quarrying ceased are very shallow which has encouraged a diverse flora to develop.

Holway Woods | Dorset Wildlife Trust
A mixture of mature woodland, offering superb views of South Somerset
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History and Heritage in East Lydford
History and heritage within 10 miles of East Lydford.
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Glastonbury Tribunal | English Heritage
Fine, late 15th century stone townhouse, early Tudor façade and panelled interiors. Home to Glastonbury Lake Village Museum: discover life 2000 years ago when much of Somerset consisted of marshy sea.

Muchelney Abbey | English Heritage
Once a wealthy Benedictine house, the main buildings were demolished by Henry VIII in 1538. See the richly decorated cloister walk and thatched monks’ lavatory - the only one in Britain.

Sherborne Old Castle | English Heritage
Sherborne Old Castle is a romantic 12th century ruin set in beautiful grounds next to New Sherborne Castle.
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Food and Drink in East Lydford
Food and drink within 10 miles of East Lydford.
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THE TROUGH | Restaurant | Cafe | Shop | Yeovil
Family run destination with Restaurant, Cafe & Gift Shop situated on the edge of Yeovil & surrounded by stunning views. Freshly made dishes, coffee, & cakes. Fully licensed. The Trough, Stone Lane, Yeovil, Somerset BA21 4NU.

Coffee #1 | Yeovil
When those legs are aching after a shopping spree, escape to our Coffee#1 Yeovil shop. With a relaxing atmosphere, inside there is plenty of space and hideaways, with comfy sofas and chairs to switch off and recharge. It’s a great place to get away from it all and enjoy a coffee and tasty treat.
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Wildlife in East Lydford
Wildlife within 10 miles of East Lydford.
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Street Heath | Somerset Wildlife Trust
Street Heath, just two miles from Glastonbury, is a combination of carr woodland and acidic mire with wet and dry heath. The great diversity of vegetation on the reserve is good for insect life and supports numerous species of butterflies, moths, grasshoppers and crickets.

King's Castle Wood | Somerset Wildlife Trust
Just a mile south-east of the centre of Wells, this is an ancient semi-natural woodland, made up primarily of ash, hazel and field maple, with planted oak and a fine stand of small-leaved lime. The main woodland is on a flat-topped promontory of the outlying Mendip Hills where an Iron Age fort once stood.

Prospect Fields | Somerset Wildlife Trust
Prospects Fields comprises of three calcareous fields just north of Langport off the A372.

Sharpham Moor | Somerset Wildlife Trust
A damp woodland reserve with areas of rank grass and scrub great for bird song in spring and damselfly and dragonfly spotting in the summer.

Aller & Beer Woods | Somerset Wildlife Trust
The wild woods of Aller and Beer not only provide a cool refuge to explore in the summer sun but also outstanding views across Aller Moor towards Kings Sedgemoor on the Somerset Levels.
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Sport in East Lydford
Sport within 10 miles of East Lydford.
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Hollywood Bowl
Hollywood Bowl Yeovil is part of The Hollywood Bowl Group; the UKs best ten pin bowling alley packed with bowling fun, arcades, food, drink and activities!

The Square Soft Play
A great value indoor soft play centre in Wells, Somerset. Multiple play areas for various ages, birthday party venue and friendly staff.
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The Arts in East Lydford
The arts within 10 miles of East Lydford.
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Sherborne Museum
Welcome to Sherborne Museum where stories ignite the imagination. Our large collection of artefacts and collections are suitable for all ages.

Montacute TV Radio & Toy Museum
Montacute TV Radio Toy Museum Amazing Nostalgic Fun!
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