Little gems and lesser known facts in Devon and Somerset
Think you've seen it all? Tucked away in Devon and Somerset we have some little gems waiting to be discovered, whether it's somewhere you've never heard of, or a little known fact about somewhere you know well. Read on to find out more.
Have you ever wondered why A la Ronde has sixteen sides?
A beautiful yet unique building with a fascinating history and design - find out why it has 16 sides. Come and find out more about this amazing property and the reasons why it is built the way it is.
Samuel Taylor Coleridge and his family only lived in the Cottage for three years, so what made their brief stay so special that we continue to look after their home to this day?
The Acland's gave away their estate for the benefit of the nation - will you wander off the beaten track to discover three of Killerton's hidden gems? They're open from Saturday 1 April - Sunday 29 October.
Overbeck's convalescent story is a journey into Britain's war torn past and the courageous men and women that fought to keep spirits high during World War One.
In June we're sharing Greenway's connections with the Second World War, when the house was requisitioned and used first to house child evacuees and then by the US Coastguard.
The multi use pathway at Lower Halsdon is great for walking, cycling, using pushchairs or wheelchairs, and dog friendly too.National Trust / Eric McDonald
One of the poems written by Samuel Taylor Coleridge whilst living at the Cottage was 'This Lime-Tree Bower my Prison'. It may sound elegant, but its origins were far from it.
Why not take the chance to explore off the beaten track at this tranquil woodland in the Dart Valley. If you're lucky you might even spot an otter or two.
Situated above the beautiful village of Musbury, this impressive Iron Age fort offers stunning views of the rural beauty of the Axe valley and out towards Shute Barton.
