Founded by St. Aldhelm in AD 705, the Abbey has developed from Saxon cathedral to the worshipping heart of a monastic community, and finally, to one of the most beautiful of England’s parish churches. For many it is still the ‘cathedral of Dorset’, and our Benedictine heritage lives on in the daily offering of prayer … Read more
The fields here used to be arable farmland, but now they are being looked after so that they are ideal for wetland birds and other wildlife. We have put in structures to keep the water levels high and have created miles of new ditches and shallow water-filled gutters, and dug out numerous shallow pools or … Read more
The NNR consists mainly of restored peat fields and water-filled compartments containing islands with areas of reeds and bulrushes. There are areas of poor fen and also an old fragment of acid mire that is being restored.
“Shapwick Heath National Nature Reserve is not only a fantastic place to see wildlife, but a monument to the history and ingenuity of Neolithic man preserved through the amazing Sweet Track. It’s a unique window to the past and a place everyone should try to visit.” Phil Holms, Senior Reserve Manager http://www.naturalengland.org.uk/ourwork/conservation/designations/nnr/1006131.aspx
The Somerset Levels and Moors are unique, timeless and tranquil. They are dotted with heritage sites, historic towns and echoes from the past; bursting with wildlife under vast skies and home to a vibrant farming, business and arts community. http://www.visitsomerset.co.uk/explore-somerset/countryside/somerset-levels-and-moors
The market is held in the pedestrian centre of town towards the top of Middle Street in the section between M&S and Waterstones. Times: 9am- 2pm Market dates: The 4th Saturday of each month Overview: This is a busy and vibrant town centre setting for an outdoor canopy market launched in April 2010. With approximately … Read more
The Market Place (in front of Town Hall) Times : 9:00am -2.30pm Every Wednesday Overview and other information: A weekly Farmers Market of 17 food stalls which offer a huge variety and adjoins the excellent general market.
New location by the Market Cross in the Market Place! Dates for 2013: 26th January, 23rd February, 23rd March, 27th April, 25th May,22nd June,27th July, 24th August, 28th September,26th October,23rd November,21st December Times: 9 am-2pm Overview and other information: Now in its 15th year this was the 1st farmers market established in the county of … Read more
Cheese & Grain Market Hall, close to town centre ,follow the signs for the car park. Forthcoming markets in 2013: 12th January, 9th February, 9th March,13th April,11th May, 8th June,13th July, 10th August, 14th September,12th October,9th November,14th December. Times: 9am-1pm Overview and other information: A huge range of produce with up to 38 stalls in … Read more
This mystical town is famous for both its Tor and proximity to Michael Eavis’s annual music festival. Browse the shops, climb the tor or visit the ancient Abbey. (see website)