Around & About

Here in Somerset – ‘the land of the Summer people’ – we’ve been welcoming visitors for 40,000 years, and now we welcome you!

Everything in our rich and diverse county is set up to make sure that you have a good time. Lots of interesting things to see, exciting stuff to do and an abundance of world renowned local produce to eat and drink.

Staying with us means that you are located near a wealth of attractions including Wookey Hole, Cheddar Gorge, the beautiful medieval City of Wells, Glastonbury Abbey and Tor, Longleat House and Safari Park and much more. You can also find the splendid beaches of Burnham-on-Sea and Weston-super-Mare less than an hour away.

Wookey Hole, a magical place of caves & legends.

When you visit Wookey Hole, you’ll enjoy an experience millions of years in the making.

There is plenty to do inside and out, from vintage penny arcades to museums, adventure golf, and soft play zones, to name but a few of the attractions. Not forgetting the breathtakingly beautiful caves, for which Wookey Hole is renowned.

Your visit will take you through 8 chambers. Each with a unique beauty and story. You’ll also pass our cheese tunnel, home to the delicious Wookey Hole cheese.

The cheese is not the only resident of the caves. Over the years, Wookey Hole has been home to giant hyenas, bears, Neanderthals, and many local people. It has even been a site of pagan and Roman worship.

You’ll find Wookey Hole holds a surprise around every corner. You might even get to meet our most famous resident, the Witch of Wookey Hole. We have found she most likes to visit during school holidays!

Check out the website for special events such as circus shows, comedy evenings, and a host of other activities. wookey.co.uk

When you stay with us you unlock discounts to Wookey Hole. Book at the reception when you arrive at Bucklegrove.

Are you up for the challenge?

Hidden deep below the surface of the rolling Mendip Hills is a multi-award-winning experience that offers explorers a taste of what true caving is like.

Wild Wookey is an adrenaline-fuelled, high-octane, exhilarating adventure caving experience in one of the most spectacular cave complexes in the UK.

Abseiling! Climbing! Crawling!
You’ll abseil, crawl and climb into the places visitors do not normally get to go. You’ll be guided by highly knowledgeable instructors as you explore our underground adventure palace.

You’ll immerse yourself in the darkest depths of Wookey Hole, guided by highly experienced instructors. This really is the ultimate way to explore Wookey Hole.

Visit HERE to bring out your wild side!

Discover nearby..

Cheddar Gorge

Explore Britain’s biggest gorge from the dramatic cliffs rising 450ft to the stunning stalactite caverns. This world-famous site is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, reveals many fascinating stories of our prehistoric ancestors, and is an international centre for caving and rock climbing.

Longleat

Longleat Safari & Adventure Park has been one of the UK’s best-loved attractions for over 60 years. It features an extensive Safari Park, and has over 20 fabulous attractions, including Penguin Island, The Jungle Cruise, Monkey Temple and Longleat House, one of the most stunning stately homes in Britain.

City of Wells

Visit the City of Wells in Somerset with its historic centre, the magnificent cathedral, and the unique moated Bishop’s Palace. Stay a while in one of the many delightful hotels or guesthouses and get your tastebuds tingling at our good independent restaurants.

Close by, explore the beauty of the Mendip Hills & Somerset Levels, Cheddar Gorge, Wookey Hole Caves, and Glastonbury Tor.

Visit Somerset

Somerset really is a county that has it all. Ranked seventh in the UK for size, it is far from being the most highly populated meaning there are vast expanses of open, unspoilt spaces waiting to be explored.

What’s more, it boasts plenty of beautiful buildings – in cities, villages and bustling market towns – with a rich heritage of history and legend.