Things to do in Portway, Somerset
We've found the following things to do within 10 miles of Portway, Somerset.
History and Heritage in Portway
Step back in time and discover the rich history and heritage that shaped this area.
History and heritage within 10 miles of Portway.
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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.
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.
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The Great Outdoors in Portway
Embrace the beauty of nature with scenic walks, parks, and outdoor adventures for all ages.
The great outdoors within 10 miles of Portway.
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Prospect Fields | Somerset Wildlife Trust
Prospects Fields comprises of three calcareous fields just north of Langport off the A372.
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.
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.
Fivehead Arable Fields | Somerset Wildlife Trust
This reserve is managed as cultivated fields to maintain rare arable plants. A unique assemblage of cornfield flowers can be seen here in summer.
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.
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?
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.
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.
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.
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Food and Drink in Portway
Discover local flavors with top-notch restaurants, cozy cafes, and unique food experiences in the area.
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Stuarts Cafe | Ilminster
We are about Locally Sourced Food, Good Coffee & Building Community Spirit.
Coffee #1 | Bridgwater
Coffee#1 Bridgwater is right in the centre of this pretty market town. You’ll find there’s plenty of space to rest those tired legs after a shopping trip. Or climb the spiral staircase and discover a calm, relaxing area where you can sit by one of the tall windows and watch the world go by.
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The Arts in Portway
Explore creativity through galleries, performances, and hands-on artistic experiences in the community.
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Montacute TV Radio & Toy Museum
Montacute TV Radio Toy Museum Amazing Nostalgic Fun!
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Wildlife in Portway
Encounter local wildlife in their natural habitats with guided tours and nature reserves.
Wildlife within 10 miles of Portway.
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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.
Boon's Copse | Somerset Wildlife Trust
Boon's Copse is a species rich ancient woodland on the Blackdown Hillsand is a relic of the original Neroche Royal Forest.
Thurlbear Wood | Somerset Wildlife Trust
Thurlbear Wood is an ancient woodland just a few miles to the south-east of Taunton with many open glades and rides allowing the woodland flora to flourish. The reserve has good all year round interest.
West Coker Fen | Somerset Wildlife Trust
Visiting West Coker Fen in early summer can feel like you have stepped back in time. These flower rich damp pastures are a remnant of an older landscape when farming was far less intensive. The reserve consists of three fields on gently sloping land that are bordered by two streams.
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.
Catcott Complex | Somerset Wildlife Trust
Our Catcott reserve comprises of an amazing wetland mosaic of traditional hay meadows, wet woodland and wet grazing marsh and fen. This encourages a range of species to feed, breed and roost all year round and it has become internationally renowned for its birdlife. The reserve is made up of Catcott Lows and Catcott Heath.
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Exploring further afield?
Take a look at a few other places in the surrounding area.
Combe
Portway
Portfield
Bowdens
Langport
Wearne
Wagg
Pict's Hill
Huish Episcopi
Aller
Curry Rivel
White Hill
Pibsbury
Oath
Bramwell
Longstone
Low Ham
Muchelney
Muchelney Ham
Upton
Pitney
Stathe
Midelney
Beer
High Ham
Thorney
Stout
Somerton Hill
Long Sutton
Othery
Park
Pathe
Westcombe
Little Load
Woodhill
Woodhill
Parrett
Swell
Long Load
Henley
Hambridge
Kingsbury Episcopi
Burrowbridge
Lower Burrow
Higher Burrow
Stembridge
Middlezoy
Stoke St Gregory
Cary
Curload
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