Things to do in Handy Cross, Somerset
We've found the following things to do within 10 miles of Handy Cross, Somerset.
The Great Outdoors in Handy Cross
Embrace the beauty of nature with scenic walks, parks, and outdoor adventures for all ages.
The great outdoors within 10 miles of Handy Cross.
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Huish Moor | Somerset Wildlife Trust
Huish Moor is located one mile south west of the village of Huish Champflower on the Brendon Hills. The reserve comprises neutral grassland and mire and woodland on a north facing slope around the headwaters of the River Tone. The mix of habitats supports many rare and protected species.
Langford Heathfield | Somerset Wildlife Trust
Langford Heathfield is the Trust's second largest reserve. The mixture of ancient and secondary woodland, scrub, heathland and open rides cut into the woodland provides a great habitat for a diversity of flora and fauna.
Aisholt Wood | Somerset Wildlife Trust
Ancient oak woodland on the Quantock Hills rich in wild flowers in spring and early summer with a stream flowing along the valley bottom. A mini wilderness experience with the woodland floor carpeted with fallen tress and branches; this is what a natural woodland really looks like.
Rewe Mead | Somerset Wildlife Trust
Rewe Mead sits on the banks of the River Tone and also has remnants of the Grand Western Canal running through its heart. Its wet meadows provide the perfect habitat for a wonderful range of meadow flowers, damselflies and dragonflies.
Netherclay Community Woodland | Somerset Wildlife Trust
An area of improved pasture land on the banks of the River Tone planted with broadleaved trees north of Bishop's Hull great for riverside wildlife.
Holford Kelting | Somerset Wildlife Trust
A wonderfully atmospheric ancient woodland nestled in a steep-sided Quantock Hills valley overlooking the Bristol Channel.
Wellington Castle Fields | Somerset Wildlife Trust
A mainly wet grassland site with woodland fringes on a steep north-facing slope on the Blackdown Hills; access is best gained by parking at NT Wellington Monument which you pass on the walk down to the reserve.
Ruggin | Somerset Wildlife Trust
Ruggin has a combination of ancient woodland and species-rich grassland, neutral hay meadow in small fields, divided by hedgerows on the Blackdown Hills.
Quants | Somerset Wildlife Trust
Quants is a wildlife-rich mosaic of woodland, grassland and heathland on a steep north facing slope of the Blackdown Hills; why not include a visit to near-by Wellington Monument when you visit this reserve?
Ashculm Turbary | Devon Wildlife Trust
This wet and wild nature reserve provides rich rewards for visitors prepared to take their time and who don't mind a bit of mud!
Ringdown | Somerset Wildlife Trust
Ringdown is a species-rich flush mire, wet grassland and wet woodland reserve on the Blackdown Hills. The water seeping up here flows into the River Culm which is the longest tributary of the River Exe.
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Food and Drink in Handy Cross
Discover local flavors with top-notch restaurants, cozy cafes, and unique food experiences in the area.
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Coffee #1 | Wellington
Situated in the heart of this beautiful market town, Coffee#1 Wellington is the perfect rest stop after hunting out antiques. Bigger than it looks from the outside, there are plenty of comfy chairs for you to soak up the buzz of the community. Or grab a book from our bookshelf and transport yourself to times gone by.
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Music in Handy Cross
Enjoy live performances, local gigs, and music festivals, celebrating a range of musical genres.
Music within 10 miles of Handy Cross.
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Off Your Bass 1st & Little Jack's 30th Birthday
Off Your Bass is back in Taunton for another night of multi genre madness for the events first and Little Jack's 30th Birthday Bash
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The Arts in Handy Cross
Explore creativity through galleries, performances, and hands-on artistic experiences in the community.
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The Gauge Museum
The West Somerset Railway Heritage Trust maintains and manages two museums along the West Somerset Railway line – the Gauge Museum and the Blue Anchor Railway Museum. Based at Platform One, B…
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Sport in Handy Cross
Get active with a variety of sports, from local clubs to adrenaline-filled outdoor adventures.
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Taunton & Pickeridge Golf Club
Taunton's best Golf venue. Wonderful views. Perfect for Weddings, meetings, Sunday Lunch, open all year round. Visitors and Societies welcomed.
Hollywood Bowl
Hollywood Bowl Taunton is part of The Hollywood Bowl Group; the UKs best ten pin bowling alley packed with bowling fun, arcades, food, drink and activities!
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History and Heritage in Handy Cross
Step back in time and discover the rich history and heritage that shaped this area.
History and heritage within 10 miles of Handy Cross.
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Cleeve Abbey | English Heritage
With possibly the finest cloister buildings in England, visitors can get a glimpse of monastic life 800 years ago. 15th century refectory with glorious angel roof and 13th century heraldic tiles.
Daws Castle | English Heritage
Daws Castle is a clifftop fortress, which was founded by King Alfred to defend the peoplof Watchet against Viking attacks.
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Wildlife in Handy Cross
Encounter local wildlife in their natural habitats with guided tours and nature reserves.
Wildlife within 10 miles of Handy Cross.
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Clayhidon Turbary | Devon Wildlife Trust
Clayhidon is a small wildlife haven nestled in the Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty of East Devon.
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Exploring further afield?
Take a look at a few other places in the surrounding area.
Handy Cross
Lydeard St Lawrence
Westowe
Pyleigh
Halse Water
Coleford Water
West Leigh
Chapel Leigh
Northway
Nethercott
East Town
Tolland
Pitsford Hill
Hoccombe
Combe Florey
Rich's Holford
Coursley
Pond Close
East Combe
Seven Ash
Treble's Holford
Ash Priors
Willett
Lower Vexford
Fitzhead
Shopnoller
Higher Vexford
Flaxpool
Winterhead
Brompton Ralph
Rook's Nest
Triscombe
Castle
Ford
Lawford
Crowcombe
Bishops Lydeard
Halse
Terhill
Wiveliscombe
Elworthy
Ashbeer
Greenway
Langley
Northgate
West Bagborough
Langley Marsh
East Lydeard
Halsway
Cothelstone
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