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Historic Towns & Landmarks

Dunster

Dunster is a picturesque village located on the fringes of Exmoor. Characterised by thatched cottages, a unique octagonal yarn market and the romantic, turreted, Dunster Castle, the village is steeped in history and contains in the region of two hundred listed buildings.

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Glastonbury

The mystical town of Glastonbury is just a 45 minute drive from the Mount Somerset Hotel & Spa. Glastonbury is home Glastonbury Tor which affords some of the best views over Somerset as well as the infamous Glastonbury music festival.

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Taunton

Taunton is Somerset’s principle town. An historic market town set on the banks of the River Tone between the Quantock, Blackdown and Brendon Hills. It has a bustling and diverse shopping area, a thriving cultural scene, and excellent educational and health services.

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