Walking and outdoors

Two Somerset campsites have been recognised as some of the best sites in the UK.

'Somerset shines in the awards': Two county campsites win at AA awards

The chancel of St Mary the Virgin in Luccombe dates from 1300.

The chancel of St Mary the Virgin in Luccombe dates from 1300.

Exmoor National Park

The Priestway Pilgrims Path in Exmoor

The Winding House is along the route and free to explore.

The Winding House is along the route and free to explore.

Explore Somerset's Mining History on two feet.

Have your camera to hand along this walk, there's plenty to photograph. Photo: Charlotte Norman

Have your camera to hand along this walk, there's plenty to photograph. Photo: Charlotte Norman

A two mile stroll through Chargot Woods near Taunton

Adam Staples and Lisa Grace.

Adam Staples and Lisa Grace.

Detectorist receives 'lottery' payout for ancient coins after five-year wait

The lush greens of Horner Woods await you on this riverside stroll.

The lush greens of Horner Woods await you on this riverside stroll.

Discover the Magic of Horner Woods

A Somerset photographer has captured an incredible night-time view of Glastonbury Tor.

A Somerset photographer has captured an incredible night-time view of Glastonbury Tor.

Photographer captures incredible night-time view of Glastonbury Tor

The unique textured coastline at Lilstock's low tide

The unique textured coastline at Lilstock's low tide

How to spend 48 hours in the Quantock Hills

Drawing On artists at work next to the pond in Collett Park

Drawing On artists at work next to the pond in Collett Park

Meet the vicar whose art classes are prescribed by local GPs

Enjoy a stroll through Vivary Park.

Enjoy a stroll through Vivary Park.

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A country walk in Somerset's county town of Taunton

237 ideas for stuff to do and places to go in Somerset

237 ideas for stuff to do and places to go in Somerset

New book gets you and the children exploring beautiful Somerset

Look out for the sword in the stone from the Arthurian legend of Excalibur, which is situated in the heart of the village.

Look out for the sword in the stone from the Arthurian legend of Excalibur, which is situated in the heart of the village.

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Five things to do when visiting the beautiful village of Cheddar

A hot air balloon flies over Somerset.

A hot air balloon flies over Somerset.

Somerset Camera Club members capture their favourite quiet spots in the county

The Explorer Pass was launched by the National Trust in July 2024

The Explorer Pass was launched by the National Trust in July 2024

Lowdown of The National Trust's pass with unlimited visits (there's a catch)

National Trust's headquarters in Swindon at the Heelis building. (Image: National Trust)

National Trust's headquarters in Swindon at the Heelis building. (Image: National Trust)

National Trust launches new membership pass and offers free visits

Rachel Leigh (left) and Jill Pearson with their dog Arnie on their trek around the coast.

Rachel Leigh (left) and Jill Pearson with their dog Arnie on their trek around the coast.

Couple and pampered pooch take on England's longest dog walk at 630 miles

Neil Cox and J Antic on their naked bike ride from Gloucester to Land's End.

Neil Cox and J Antic on their naked bike ride from Gloucester to Land's End.

Mendip, Somerset

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Naturist pals cause a stir with six-day naked tandem bike holiday

The incident took place at 11am on September 5. File photo for illustrative purposes.

The incident took place at 11am on September 5. File photo for illustrative purposes.

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Horse 'wedged' in Shepton Mallet ditch rescued by fire service

Minehead's coved beach has been named the 8th best location for paddleboarding in the UK

Minehead's coved beach has been named the 8th best location for paddleboarding in the UK

Somerset beaches named in top ten locations for water sports in the UK

Alan, Ashley and Sue are all in agreement of Brean Brean is a

Alan, Ashley and Sue are all in agreement of Brean Brean is a

'Somerset's crown': Somerset MP reveals his favourite Somerset tourism spot

The Woodland Trust's tree of the year competition.

The Woodland Trust's tree of the year competition.

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One-thousand-year-old Somerset oak shortlisted for Tree of the Year

Inside the new coastguard station on Minehead Promenade.

Inside the new coastguard station on Minehead Promenade.

New permanent coastguard station opens on Minehead promenade

Clevedon Marine Lake.

Clevedon Marine Lake.

Clevedon Marine Lake warns bathers against swimming due to pollution risk

Prepare to be awe-inspired at the beautiful gardens as they come to life this Christmas.

Prepare to be awe-inspired at the beautiful gardens as they come to life this Christmas.

Cultural attractions

Illuminate at Hestercombe Gardens returns

Will, Sam, and Megan all recently returned from Stavanger, Norway.

Will, Sam, and Megan all recently returned from Stavanger, Norway.

Bear Grylls congratulates Somerset Scouts as they represent the UK in Europe

'What a gem': Six Somerset campsites named best in UK

'What a gem': Six Somerset campsites named best in UK

'What a gem': Six Somerset campsites named among the best in UK

Entry costs £5 and includes five

Entry costs £5 and includes five

Pick your own sunflowers at Hestercombe's new meadow and Water Garden

South West Coast Path Photographer of the Year Exhibition , which currently on display at Paddington Station until the end of July

South West Coast Path Photographer of the Year Exhibition , which currently on display at Paddington Station until the end of July

South West Coast Path photography exhibition debuts in London

A view of the Albert Street Cutting, in Bridgwater.

A view of the Albert Street Cutting, in Bridgwater.

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Bridgwater and Taunton Canal awarded 'prestigious' Green Flag status

Georgina Miles's Antarctica expedition in 2011.

Georgina Miles's Antarctica expedition in 2011.

West Somerset woman's Antarctica expedition

I stayed at Holt Farm for the duration of Glastonbury Festival 2024. Here's what I thought.

I stayed at Holt Farm for the duration of Glastonbury Festival 2024. Here's what I thought.

Glastonbury Festival

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I stayed at an ‘exclusive camping experience’ for Glasto – here’s what I thought

Ramblers aims to eliminate barriers to walking such as budget or experience.

Ramblers aims to eliminate barriers to walking such as budget or experience.

Youngsters in Somerset can enjoy free Ramblers’ Out There Award

Visiting Cheddar Gorge has been listed sixth in a list of UK experiences Brits would most like to try.

Visiting Cheddar Gorge has been listed sixth in a list of UK experiences Brits would most like to try.

Visiting Cheddar Gorge and climbing Glastonbury Tor named in UK's top 30 experiences

Tom Waddington plans to set off on the expedition on June 29.

Tom Waddington plans to set off on the expedition on June 29.

Boyfriend of Taunton woman who died in accident will attempt solo Atlantic crossing

Porlock Weir at high tide is a popular place for a swim.

Porlock Weir at high tide is a popular place for a swim.

Exmoor National Park

The joys of swimming and walking through Somerset’s stunning landscape

COACH in French Weir

COACH in French Weir

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Outdoor centre in Taunton seeks permission to build new covered area

Heal Somerset, near Frome and Bruton, has been named among the UK's best new camping and glampsites.

Heal Somerset, near Frome and Bruton, has been named among the UK's best new camping and glampsites.

Beautiful rewilding site named among the UK's best new camping and glampsites

Summer Solstice celebrated at Glastonbury Tor, June 21 2024.

Summer Solstice celebrated at Glastonbury Tor, June 21 2024.

Summer Solstice

Summer Solstice celebrations take place at Glastonbury Tor

A bottlenose dolphin has been photographed from Somerset's coastline.

A bottlenose dolphin has been photographed from Somerset's coastline.

Pictures: Bottlenose dolphin spotted in Somerset and photographed for the first time

The charity is expanding its award to England for the first time.

The charity is expanding its award to England for the first time.

Ramblers walking charity brings award-winning youth programme to Taunton & Bridgwater

Latitude Tents can be fitted on any make of car, be it 4x4 or Mini Cooper.

Latitude Tents can be fitted on any make of car, be it 4x4 or Mini Cooper.

Camping on Exmoor with a car rooftop tent – our review of an innovative solution

Somerset has plenty of picturesque locations for circular walks

Somerset has plenty of picturesque locations for circular walks

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Five of the most stunning circular walks for you to try around Somerset

Horner Ancient Woods on Exmoor.

Horner Ancient Woods on Exmoor.

Exmoor named among UK's 'most Instagrammable' national parks

Connecting the towns of Bridgwater and Taunton, the 14-and-a-half mile waterway boasts nearly two centuries of history.

Connecting the towns of Bridgwater and Taunton, the 14-and-a-half mile waterway boasts nearly two centuries of history.

Flotilla to mark 30 years since Bridgwater & Taunton Canal reopened

Win a HARVEY Exmoor Superwalker XT25 in our competition.

Win a HARVEY Exmoor Superwalker XT25 in our competition.

Exmoor National Park

WIN: a waterproof Exmoor Walking map to guide you on your next visit

Martin Atton, 77, with his treasured Raleigh Record Ace bike.

Martin Atton, 77, with his treasured Raleigh Record Ace bike.

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Man reunited with stolen 44-year-old bike thanks Taunton community

The cycle path is just a short train ride away from Somerset towns such as Frome.

The cycle path is just a short train ride away from Somerset towns such as Frome.

Scenic cycle route a short train ride from Somerset named one of the UK's best

The River Tone through French Weir Park has been granted Designated Bathing Water Status.

The River Tone through French Weir Park has been granted Designated Bathing Water Status.

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Group 'over the moon' as River Tone through French Weir Park named bathing site

Exmoor Search and Rescue’s two teams placed first and second in the contest.

Exmoor Search and Rescue’s two teams placed first and second in the contest.

Search and Rescue

Exmoor Search and Rescue Team win international games in Norway

Wild swimming is a brilliant way of connecting with nature - but it can be dangerous

Wild swimming is a brilliant way of connecting with nature - but it can be dangerous

Expert explains the dangers of wild swimming ahead of weekend heatwave

A public consultation of locals to the Minehead area favoured a total ban of dogs from the beach.

A public consultation of locals to the Minehead area favoured a total ban of dogs from the beach.

Local government

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Dog ban could be reintroduced on Minehead beach as council considers restrictions

Follow the South West Coast Path and check the tide times to see this iconic skeleton tree

Follow the South West Coast Path and check the tide times to see this iconic skeleton tree

Photographer heads to Porlock Marsh to find that elusive perfect shot

Glastonbury has been ranked the UK's top glamping spot.

Glastonbury has been ranked the UK's top glamping spot.

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Somerset town with 'mystical ambiance' named UK's number one glamping spot

Residents of the care home were treated to a themed party and dinner

Residents of the care home were treated to a themed party and dinner

Catherine House Care Home hosts beach party for residents