Ston Easton is a small village in Somerset sandwiched between the City Of Bath and the cathedral City of Wells on the slopes of the Mendip Hills, it has an 11th Century church with delightful countryside walks. There are many places to visit close by, the hardest thing will be which one to see first, Bishops Palace Wells, is an evocative Medieval Palace and has been home to bishops for 800 years, with a portcullis, drawbridge, a thought provoking private chapel, and majestic swans that glide on the moat and ring a bell for food…….. Or perhaps Wookey Hole Caves will enthral, as they have existed for millions of years, complete with an ethereal secret river and magical encrusted caves, or the Hyenas Den showcase the River Axe cascading in many waterfalls. If that’s not enough there is always the Cheddar Gorge and caves, with a museum that explains the haunting history of what life was like in the Stone Age, add Britain’s oldest skeleton add an encounter with a dragon at the crystal Quest that shows wizards, goblins and even fairy princesses, once outside climb Jacobs ladder some 274 steps to reach the look out tower and the Gorge walk….fabulous
Places to Stay near Ston Easton
Ston Easton Park (0.18 miles)
The elegance of this 1740 Palladian Mansion, 12 miles from Bath, gives the impression of a sumptuous private country house rather than an award-winning hotel. The beautiful reception rooms, with ... More
The Old Parsonage (1.15 miles)
Welcome to our beautiful 17th Century Grade 11* Listed house, situated off the A37 between Bath, Bristol and Wells on the edge of the Mendip Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The Old ... More | visit website
The Post House (2.11 miles)
Cameley Lodge (2.36 miles)
Set in beautiful countryside looking out over own private lakes just 10 miles from Bristol, Bath, Wells - just 8 miles from Bristol Airport. A small country hotel, family run. ... More
The Moody Goose at The Old Priory (2.48 miles)
The Moody Goose at The Old Priory (2.48 miles)
The beautiful Old Priory Hotel dates back to medieval times (1152AD) and offers guests a delightful place to stay in the heart of Somerset. Lovingly preserved, the hotel features a ... More
Best Western Centurion Hotel (3.06 miles)
A family owned hotel. Ideally situated on the northern edge of the Mendips midway between Bath and Wells.
- Conveniently placed to visit Bath, Wells, Cheddar and Longleat
- Extensive leisure facilities Fitness Centre, Indoor Pool, Golf and Bowls
- The ... More | visit website
Willow Tree Court Guest House (3.12 miles)
A Charming 18th Century Home; ideally located for exploring the nearby beauty of the west country.Situated on the A39 our location enables easy access to the historic city of Bath; ... More
Greyfield Farm Cottages (3.31 miles)
Mezzé at the Warwick Arms (3.36 miles)
Brit Quote: |
|
On this day: |