Things to do in West Lyng, Somerset
We've found the following things to do within 10 miles of West Lyng, Somerset.
The Great Outdoors in West Lyng
Embrace the beauty of nature with scenic walks, parks, and outdoor adventures for all ages.
The great outdoors within 10 miles of West Lyng.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Sutton's Pond | Somerset Wildlife Trust
A worked-out clay pit; two thirds of this reserve consist of open water and reed beds with a central island. In summer you will see water birds plus dragonflies and damselflies perched on water lilies which dominate the pond.
Yarty Moor | Somerset Wildlife Trust
Yarty Moor is situated on the Blackdown Hills and the reserve forms part of the headwaters of the River Yarty. It is very wet for most of the year and is one of the best remaining examples of a mixed valley mire in Somerset.
Dommett Wood | Somerset Wildlife Trust
The mature woodland here is predominantly beech and oak and with some impressively large and ancient trees. Some of the largest beech trees grow on the old hedge banks which line the ancient drove road adding an historical interest to the reserve. There are also small areas of heathland.
Jan Hobbs | Somerset Wildlife Trust
This reserve is made up of several springs that are part of the headwaters of the River Yarty. The meadows, and associated areas of scrub and woodland, are damp throughout most of the year so be warned ... please bring your wellies!
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.
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Music in West Lyng
Enjoy live performances, local gigs, and music festivals, celebrating a range of musical genres.
Music within 10 miles of West Lyng.
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Red hot Chilli Peppers Tribute
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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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Food and Drink in West Lyng
Discover local flavors with top-notch restaurants, cozy cafes, and unique food experiences in the area.
Food and drink within 10 miles of West Lyng.
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Coffee #1 | Taunton
Coffee#1 Taunton captures the ambience of this bustling market town. Located on North Street in the heart of the shopping district, there’s plenty of room with two floors - so there’s always an inviting sofa to relax those tired legs. Or when the weather’s nice, head for the garden out the back – it's a real suntrap!
Stuarts Cafe | Ilminster
We are about Locally Sourced Food, Good Coffee & Building Community Spirit.
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Sport in West Lyng
Get active with a variety of sports, from local clubs to adrenaline-filled outdoor adventures.
Sport within 10 miles of West Lyng.
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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!
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.
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The Arts in West Lyng
Explore creativity through galleries, performances, and hands-on artistic experiences in the community.
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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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History and Heritage in West Lyng
Step back in time and discover the rich history and heritage that shaped this area.
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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.
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Wildlife in West Lyng
Encounter local wildlife in their natural habitats with guided tours and nature reserves.
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Bishopswood Meadows | Somerset Wildlife Trust
The reserve comprises of five species-rich limestone or marshy meadows on a gentle north-facing slope with River Yarty below. Much of the wildlife interest is due to its history of quarrying activity.
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?
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.
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.
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Take a look at a few other places in the surrounding area.
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Lyng
Bankland
Outwood
Hedging
East Lyng
Durston
Lower Durston
Northmoor Corner
North Curry
Haymoor End
Knapp
Lower Knapp
Tuckerton
St Michael Church
Curload
Higher Durston
Athelney
West Newton
Stoke St Gregory
West Yeo
Huntham
Meare Green
Borough Post
Helland
Shearston
Ham
North Newton
Woodhill
Woodhill
Walford
Burrowbridge
Coombe
Adsborough
Wood
Newport
Fordgate
Lillesdon
Listoke
Thurloxton
North End
Creech Heathfield
Wrantage
West Monkton
Northmoor Green (Moorland)
Moorland (Northmoor Green)
Burlinch
Thornfalcon
Upper Fivehead
Creech St Michael
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