Walks and Places to Visit
There are two OS Maps of the local Somerset area both at 1:50,000 and 1:25,000. There are some amazing walks nearby and you have two mountain bikes at your disposal to explore further during your mini break or holiday at Five Trees Log Cabin. The Dorset coastal path is only a 50-minute drive away.
Arthurian Mystery – Less than three miles as the crow flies and within view, is the ancient and mythical Cadbury Castle. This Bronze Age hill fort is also known by many as Camelot and is believed to be the location of the castle and court of king Arthur.
Explore Cheddar Gorge and Caves, Britain’s biggest gorge, from the stunning stalactite caverns to the dramatic cliffs rising over 450ft. This world-famous site is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, which reveals many hidden secrets including fascinating stories of our prehistoric ancestors.
Corton Denham Ridge ia an amazing ridge line walk with commanding views over Dorset and Somerset, Cadbury Castle hill fort, and views to Glastonbury Tor and the vale of Avalon.
With Dorset’s Coastline within easy striking distance less than an hours drive, brings you to a coastal walk from West Bay to Burton Bradstock that’s invigorating at any time of the year.
Glastonbury Tor is a prominent hill overlooking the Isle of Avalon, Glastonbury and Somerset. Steeped in history and legend, this iconic and evocative landmark offers magnificent views of the Somerset Levels, Dorset, Wiltshire and Wales.
King Alfred’s Tower is believed to mark the site where King Alfred the Great rallied his troops in 878 before evicting the vikings. This is a mystical place steeped in history and where the idea of nationhood was first formed.
The Newt in Somerset has acres of splendid gardens, woodland, farmland and cyder orchards to explore.
