West Quantoxhead lies at the foot of the Quantock Hills in Somerset. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and the Quantock Hills have been designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. West Quantoxhead is a small village, close to Williton and about half way along the A39 between Minehead and Bridgewater. It is also known as St Audries as it lies within the St Audries Manor Estate. The village church of St Audries is also known as St Ethelreda's. The present church was built in 1854 to replace the dilapidated medieval structure that had stood in its place. It was dedicated to St Ethelreda the virgin but is more commonly known as St Audries after St Audrey, Queen of Northumbria, who became the first Abbess of Ely. Walkers and students of English Literature will be keen to know that West Quantoxhead lies on the Coleridge way; a series of walks through the breathtaking countryside of the Quantock Hills and the surrounding area. The walks follow the paths taken by the famous poet. St Audries beach has an equal amount of sandy and rocky areas. The beach has a lovely cool waterfall, handy for washing off after swimming in the Severn.
Places to Stay near West Quantoxhead
Catwell House (2.06 miles)
The Dairy (2.15 miles)
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Nestling in a pretty valley on the western fringes of the Quantock Hills, Meadowsweet Farm, set in 30 acres of meadows and woodland, is only 9 miles ... More
The White House (2.20 miles)
The White House is a beautiful, Grade II listed, Georgian townhouse, which has been lovingly refurbished to a very high standard, achieving AA 4 stars. We are a friendly and relaxed, family run, guest house and we ... More | visit website
Combe House Hotel (2.61 miles)
Conveniently located just off the A39 within easy reach of Bridgwater, Minehead and Taunton, Combe House lies in a peaceful wooded valley in the heart of the Quantock Hills. The ... More | visit website
Bank House B&B (2.67 miles)
Wick House (3.05 miles)
Carew Arms (3.60 miles)
At the heart of a picturesque village, the Carew Arms is the quintessential English inn. Nestled at the foot of the Quantock Hills, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, ... More
Knapp Cottage (3.89 miles)
Castle of Comfort Hotel (3.99 miles)
16th century former coaching inn nestling in the Quantock Hills on the edge of Greater Exmoor an area of outstanding natural beauty, visited by Dorothy Wordsworth.Non-smoking throughout. ETC Silver Award ... More
Washford Inn (4.23 miles)
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