Hockworthy, Nr Wellington, Somerset, TA21 OHN
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                                     NEARBY ATTRACTIONS

Grand Western Canal & Country Park:  The canal is situated between Tiverton and Holcombe Rogus and stretches for 11˝ miles with a towpath enabling canal-side walks and cycling right along the route.  An alternative means of transport is by horse-drawn barges - available from Tiverton.

Tarr Steps:A pre-historic footbridge          (c.1,000 BC.) over the River Barle near Winsford, on Exmoor (where there’s also a lovely village pub).  It is said the footbridge was placed there by the Devil after a bet with a local giant, hence it is cited as being one of the oldest and most mysterious bridges in Britain. 

National Trust Knighthayes Court & Gardens: A 19^th century mansion built for Sir John Heathcoat-Amory.  It features rich gothic-style decorations and beautiful formal grounds, woodlands and ornamental shrubs.
 

Bickleigh Mill & Castle:  The castle is set amidst woods within the valley of the River Exe and Bickleigh Mill is also close by on the riverside.  A working water wheel, restaurant, waterside tea garden, farm shop and a pottery can all be found here.
 

Wimbleball Lake: Located on the eastern edge of Exmoor, with nearly 400 acres of water it has something for everyone: walking; fishing; sailing; cycling or just relaxing with a cream tea enjoying the views.

The West Somerset Railway:  This railway travels from Bishops Lydeard (near Tau nton) to Minehead through the beautiful Somerset countryside and coastline.  At 20 miles long its Britain’s longest heritage line

These are just a sample of the many attractions to be enjoyed in this part of the South West.  And with Dartmoor & Exmoor National Parks, the South Devon & North Somerset coastlines nearby, there is plenty for you to enjoy during your visit

A beautiful Devon country cottage