The area is rural and is in the heart of the Somerset Wetlands. We are just 45 minutes away from the World Heritage Lyme Regis and Charmouth coastline famous among fossil hunters (www.charmouth.org).

The historic market town of Langport is just one mile away and gives ready access to the River Parrett trail. The unique geography of the area makes it a popular destination for wildlife and birds. We can advise you on activities such as riding, golf, squash, tennis and other sports or leisure activities as well as information on local theatres and clubs.

Curry Rivel is conveniently situated to the many varied attractions in Somerset including Cheddar Gorge, the Fleet Air Arm Museum at Yeovilton, Haynes Motor Museum, Cricket St Thomas Wildlife Park and Glastonbury Tor and Abbey. We are close to National Trust properties at Montacute, Tintinhull Gardens and Forde Abbey. The parish church of St Andrew's, built of local blue lias stone with hamstone facings, dates from the 15th Century.

The area is well placed for access to Exmoor, the Quantocks, the Mendips and Blackdown Hills.

There are many other attractions within easy reach of Curry Rivel including: -

Cheddar Gorge and caves

Fleet Air Arm Museum

Haynes Motor Museum

Cricket St Thomas Wildlife Park

National Trust properties at Barrington, Montacute, Tintinhull Gardens and Forde Abbey

Wookey Hole Caves (16 Miles)*
The great caves of Wookey Hole have been famous since Roman times. Carved out by the mysterious river Axe, the caverns penetrate deep into the beautiful Mendip Hill; some have yet to be explored.

Somerset Levels Project

Royal Society for the Protection of Birds

East Lambrook Manor Gardens (5 Miles)*
These internationally famous Grade 1 listed gardens were the inspiration of Margery Fish who was the undisputed 'Leading Lady of Gardening' from the 1950's until her death in 1969.

Glastonbury Abbey (10 Miles)*
The Abbey is set in 36 acres of beautifully peaceful parkland in the centre of the ancient market town of Glastonbury. It is traditionally the first Christian Sanctuary in Great Britain.