Published: August, 2024
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Somerset/ Dorset Region, UK

This is possibly the most relaxing place you can ever visit.
— Katherine Harbin
  • More about your Oliver Guide:
  • Activity level: easy
  • Ideal length of trip: One week or longer!

to & from

Easily accessible by planes, trains and automobiles

  • Direct train from Waterloo in London to Yeovil Junction takes 2 hours 20 minutes
  • Fly into Heathrow International and drive approximately 2.5 hours
  • Regional airports include Bristol, Exteter and Southampton - each about 1 hour drive

Where to Stay

There are many lovely choices in this region. For a larger group there are gorgeous houses to rent. For smaller groups the nicest hotel is The Newt.

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