History and Heritage in South West England
Grand Western Canal Country Park, Tiverton, Devon
Eleven and a quarter miles of canal meandering through spectacular countryside
With 16 grade II listed bridges (many designed by John Rennie), 2 grade II listed limekiln complexes (one at either end of the canal), an aqueduct and 9 surviving milestones, the Grand Western Canal has a carefully preserved rich historic inheritance. In recent years the Canal Ranger service and volunteer groups have made great progress in restoring historic structures at the northern end of the canal.
Children love it here
Bishop's Palace & Gardens, Wells, Somerset
Magnificent palace, steeped in history and surrounded by splendid gardens.
Enjoy the tranquility of the beautiful gardens in this unique and historic site. Discover the wells from which the city takes its name and the splendid 13th century palace buildings.
Glastonbury Abbey, Glastonbury, Somerset
Magnificent ruined Abbey set in 36 acres of peaceful Somerset parkland
Magnificent ruined Abbey. Steeped in 2000 years of history and legend. Legendary burial place of King Arthur.
