Things to see & do

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Family fun at Fyne Court

We've a fantastic series of events throughout the year, from bush crafts to outdoor theatre. Each Thursday over the summer we have free informal guided tours at 11:30am and 2:00pm. Come along for an eye-opener.

Activities

Visitors pond dipping at Hanbury Hall © Ruth Darwen

Follow some of our trails or leave the paths to explore the wider estate.

For the more adventurous, you could climb trees or build your very own den.

 

Don't miss

  • Delicious food in the cafĂ©
  • The games box in the courtyard
  • Fantastic events throughout the year
  • The chance to get a bit muddy, jump in a puddle or climb a tree
  • Pop into the information room to find out more
Old photo showing Fyne Court before it was burnt down © Somerset Wildlife Trust

Fyne Court before the fire

© Somerset Wildlife Trust

Where's the house?

Unfortunately the house burnt down in 1894. A few buildings are still standing, but the majority of the house is long gone.

See if you can work out where the original house stood.

Quantock Hills

Bicknoller Combe © Dennis Harker

Bicknoller Combe

© Dennis Harker

The Quantock Hills are virtually unknown to those who don't live in the area, but they're like a mini Dartmoor or Exmoor. They're ideal for a day's hiking along the ridge, dropping down for lunch to a village pub in Holcombe, Kilve, Triscombe or Crowcombe. You may be lucky enough to see Roe deer or even stags in the rutting season.

Wellington Monument in the Blackdowns

Wellington Monument at sunset © Dennis Harker

Wellington Monument at sunset

© Dennis Harker

Even from the M5 it's easy to see the Wellington Monument, a 53-metre-high triangular obelisk erected to commemorate the Duke of Wellington's victory at the battle of Waterloo. It stands on the highest point of the Blackdown Hills