What ever the weather throws at us this summer, you can be sure to find something to do in the Taunton and Bridgwater area. Here are just a few...
Great Wood
Nether Stowey
TA5 1HN
Tel. 0300 067 4800
Woodland trails on foot, bike or horseback. Accessible for all. BBQ hire. Fantastic outdoor adventures to be had.
https://www.forestry.gov.uk/greatwood
Cannington Golf Centre
Rodway
Cannington
Nr Bridgwater
Somerset
TA5 2LS.
Tel. 01278 655050.
Just 4 miles from Bridgwater, member and non-member sessions available – start a new hobby today, juniors welcome.
http://www.canningtongolfcentre.co.uk/
Vivary Adventure Centre
Vivary Park
Taunton
TA1 3JT
Tel. 01823 217117
High-rope adventure for all, set in the beautiful landscape of Vivary Park.
https://www.better.org.uk/leisure-centre/taunton-deane/vivary-adventure-centre
Vivary Park
Central Taunton
TA1 1HE
Boasts beautiful parkland, adventure play area, a golf centre and much more. Great for picnics.
https://www.tauntondeane.gov.uk/leisure-parks-open-spaces/vivary-park/
Museum of Somerset
Taunton Castle
Castle Green
Taunton
TA1 4AA
Tel. 01823 255088
The museum houses the biggest collection of Roman coins ever discovered in Britain, plus many beautiful artefacts that originated all over the world. Great fun on a rainy day!
https://museumofsomerset.org.uk/
Hestercombe Gardens
Cheddon Fitzpaine
Taunton
TA2 8LG
Tel. 01823 413923
Fantastic day out for the whole family, children’s events (Terrific Tuesdays) throughout the summer, plus delicious fare in the tearoom.
Somerset Towpath
Why not start at:
Maunsel Lock Tearoom
North Newton
Bridgwater
TA7 0DH
Tel. 01278 663160
The Canal connects Taunton and Bridgwater and is great for walking, cycling and boat trips. Why not start at Maunsel Lock Tearoom.
Jolly Jumpers Playzone
Market Way
Bridgwater
TA6 6DF
Tel. 01278 663456
Bouncy, energetic fun for kids up to 13 years. Play area for babies and toddlers. Snacks, drinks and 20ft ‘Titanic Slide’.
http://jollyjumpersplayzone.co.uk
AMF Hollywood Bowling
Heron Gate
Taunton
TA1 2LR
Tel. 0844 826 1471 or book on-line
Ten-pin bowling, food, drinks and parties.
http://www.hollywoodbowl.co.uk
West Somerset Railway
The Railway Station
Minehead
Somerset
TA24 5BG
Tel. 01643 704996
Take a trip back in time and see the beautiful Somerset countryside from a different point of view.
http://www.west-somerset-railway.co.uk/
