Riverside

Old Ford Cottage, Burcott Lane, Coxley Wick, Wells, Somerset, BA5 1QX, Somerset, BA5 1QX, Coxley Wick, Wells

We are situated in Somerset's famous farming community. We are in a beautifully secluded, quiet garden, bordered by the River Sheppey with an acre of meadow on our southern side and Burcott Lane to the East. During your stay enjoy our covered riverside seating and BBQ area where you might just see otters, kingfishers, heron and much more! There is stepped access down to the river where you can have a paddle and cross the river, or using the local footpath, cross over to the adjacent playing field and a well equipped children’s playground. We offer a large, peaceful garden that is flat and level on a well kept lawn. We welcome all caravans, smaller motorhomes, awnings, children, and pets (please keep all dogs on leads and under control at all times and clean up accidents after you). Adjacent to the site there is a one acre semi secure field for you to walk your furry friends, this is especially nice along the river bank. Please note this is sometimes shared with the local farmers' sheep with several longer walks accessible across the nearby fields. Enhanced security as our site is totally enclosed and protected by electric gates & CCTV cameras. Nearby; Indian restaurant five minutes walk away Wells and its Cathedral, Vicars Close, St Cuthbert’s Church, the Bishops Palace, moat and gardens, and the Wells & Mendip Museum Glastonbury Tor, The Abbey, and a rural life museum plus the ancient Chalice Well. Somerset levels, the mystical moors with the lovely Launcherley Hill all set in beautiful rural countryside Fascinating historical buildings that form part of the heritage trail through Wells, as well as many varied and picturesque walks in the area Cycling routes, including SUSTRANS route No3 that runs along the Strawberry Line (a traffic free route across Somerset) is not far away. A choice of four RSPB reserves nearby to see the famous Murmurations between November & March The famous Wookey Hole Caves, Cheddar & Cheddar Gorge, 15-20 minutes away Bath & West Showground hosts a varied selection of special events For shoppers, Clarks village is 15 minutes away with approximately 90 shops of discounted merchandise including their quality shoes The Fleet Air Arm Museum and the Haynes motor museum, 30 minutes away City of Bath with the historic Roman Baths as well as the Thermae rooftop spa Bristol with its Malls and large selection of shops, restaurants and theatres Longleat and its safari park is an amazing day out For country lovers there are many walks and quiet country lanes to explore. With rugged footpaths and fantastic views from the top of the Mendip Hills to the lower flat ground of the Somerset levels, you will be spoilt for choice as to what to see next We provide a personal and very friendly service and will always be available to help and advise if required. If you have any questions or special requests please do not hesitate to contact us. Have a safe journey and we look forward to seeing you soon!