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Things to Do South West

It’s no wonder that the south west is one of England’s most popular holiday destinations, it has a varied landscape that includes a beautiful coastline as well as rural, countryside areas and some unique attractions that are perfect for day trips. There are plenty of accessible things to do and places to stay and with its easy pace, it is ideal for those looking for a wheelchair friendly or elderly holiday destination.

History and places of interest…

You can find historic monuments, such as Stonehenge, beaches in the areas of Cornwall, Dorset and Devon, two National Parks and lots of interesting events that are going on all year around. Plus, you have the cities of Exeter, Plymouth, Bath, Bristol and Wells, the smallest city in England, to name a few places you can go for museums, shopping and more!

Whether you’re heading for one of the cities in the region or planning to spend time on the coast or exploring the more rural areas, you’ll never be short of things to do and places to interest you. There are museums covering every topic imaginable, sites of scientific interest, shopping areas, iconic landmarks, national parks, regency towns full of Georgian and Roman heritage, bustling city centres, canals, animal parks and so much more. It is a great place to visit for nature lovers, city breaks and seaside holidays, wherever you go you’ll find top attractions and activities that will interest everyone in your party. There are plenty of wheelchair friendly options and places that are autism-friendly, plus a range of towns that pride themselves on being dementia friendly destinations.

Quiet and busy – the best of both worlds

The South West isn’t all gentle strolls and a slow way of life, it is a region that has a lot of exciting disabled friendly attractions and activities hidden away, as well as having a rich culture, so whatever kind of break you are looking for, you’ll find it in the South West.

Families can take their pick from a choice of accessible theme parks, adventure parks, farm attractions, wildlife parks and more. It is an ideal destination for anyone who likes history and wants to immerse themselves in the heritage of an area, many hamlets and villages in the south west have the same features that they did when they were first built, from the Georgian splendour of places like Bath and Cheltenham to the Victorian style sea fronts on the Bristol Channel and the chocolate box towns in places like Wiltshire, the Cotswolds and Devon. The Jurassic Coast that stretches through Devon and Dorset is the place for any dinosaur fan, with museums, fossils that are visible in the cliff faces and more! Perhaps the most famous music festival in the world takes place in Somerset – Glastonbury Festival, revellers come from all over the globe to enjoy the most exciting acts in music. The festival works hard to be as inclusive as possible, and you’ll find wheelchair access and more.

Of course, it is also a region that boasts countless interesting and beautiful natural attractions, thanks to the diversity of the landscape. The people of the area are incredible proud of their stunning surroundings and conservation is important, so you’ll be sure to find lots of attractions and activities that involve the natural environment.

Many of the top attractions are housed in venues that have gone the extra mile to make sure they are completely accessible, you’ll find audio guides, braille maps and enough space to bring mobility aids. There are even sensory gardens and parts of exhibitions and there are often ‘autism friendly’ hours to make sure that the environment is as friendly and inclusive as possible. Quite a few of the big local authority run attractions are free to enjoy as well as being accessible, so be sure to add them to your plans.

Whether you’re looking for a bit of culture, a trip to the beach or something a bit more exhilarating, you’ll find it in the south west.

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Hestercombe Gardens

Open daily near Taunton in Somerset, Hestercombe is a unique combination of beautiful gardens, all…

Moors Valley Country Park and Forest

Moors Valley Country Park and Forest is jointly owned and managed by Dorset Council and Forestry…

WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre

Slimbridge Wetland Centre is run by WWT, the Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust – the UK’s leading wetland…

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WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre

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WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre, Slimbridge, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL2 7BT

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01453 891900

info.slimbridge@wwt.org.uk

Gloucester

Slimbridge Wetland Centre is run by WWT, the Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust – the UK’s leading wetland conservation charity and was founded by Sir Peter Scott. All of WWT’s Wetland Centres – including Slimbridge, exist to fulfil founder Peter Scott’s…

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Clarks Village

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Clarks Village, Street, Somerset, BA16 0BB

Telephone
01458 840 064

hello@clarksvillage.co.uk

Street

In the green heart of Somerset, a retail retreat unfolds…
An outlet escape like no other – where the edge and flair of modern shopping meets the effortless calm of the countryside, and the cool and classic sit side by side.

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Hestercombe Gardens

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Cheddon Fitzpaine, Taunton, Somerset, TA2 8LG

Telephone
01823 413923

info@hestercombe.com

Taunton

Open daily near Taunton in Somerset, Hestercombe is a unique combination of beautiful gardens, all saved from disrepair and restored to their former glory over the last 20 years.

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Wildheart Animal Sanctuary

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Yaverland Road, Sandown, Isle Of Wight, PO36 8QB

Telephone
01983 403883

Enquiries@isleofwightzoo.com

Sandown

Wildheart Animal Sanctuary occupies a very special location, right on a beautiful sandy beach in Sandown Bay, on the east coast of the island.

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Moors Valley Country Park and Forest

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Horton Road, Ashley Heath, Dorset, BH24 2ET

Telephone
01425 470721

rangers@moors-valley.co.uk

Ashley Heath

Moors Valley Country Park and Forest is jointly owned and managed by Dorset Council and Forestry England, working closely with a number of onsite concessions.

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Crealy Theme Park & Resort

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Sidmouth Road, Clyst St Mary, Exeter, Devon, EX5 1DR

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01395 233200

fun@crealy.co.uk

Exeter

Crealy Theme Park & Resort is the South West’s number one family value day out, home to the most rides in Devon and an exciting calendar of seasonal events throughout the year during the Devon School Holidays.

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Longleat

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Longleat, Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 7NW

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01985 844400

enquiries@longleat.co.uk

Warminster

Longleat Safari Park, nestled within 900 acres of ‘Capability’ Brown landscaped grounds, is home to the UK’s original Safari Park, one of the best examples of Elizabethan architecture, and an abundance of exciting attractions including Jungle…

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The Roman Baths

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Roman Baths, Abbey Church Yard, Bath, BANES, BA1 1LZ

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01225 477785

romanbaths_bookings@bathnes.gov.uk

Bath

The museum of the magnificent Roman Baths.

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Arundells

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59 Cathedral Close, Cathedral Way, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2EN

Telephone
01722 326546

info@arundells.org

Salisbury

With paintings by Churchill and Sargent, Chinese ceramics from Chairman Mao, David Lloyd George’s writing desk and memorabilia from Nixon and Castro, Arundells is the former home of Sir Edward Heath KG MBE, Prime Minister and Statesman.

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Haldon Forest Park

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Bullers Hill, Kennford, Exeter, Devon, EX6 7XR

Telephone
0300 067 5826

Haldon.rangers@forestryengland.uk

Exeter

Whether you want a gentle stroll or an exhilarating mountain biking experience, there’s something for everyone at Haldon Forest Park. Open 364 days of the year, there is something for every interest to connect you with the great outdoors.

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Paultons Park

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Ower, Romsey, Hampshire, SO51 6AL

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02380 814442

Enquiries@paultons.co.uk

Romsey

Paultons Park is the UK’s number one family theme park with over 70 exciting rides and attractions to enjoy.

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Cotswold Wildlife Park & Gardens

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Burford, Oxfordshire, OX18 4JP

Telephone
01993 823006

enquiries@cotswoldwildlifepark.co.uk

Burford

Cotswold Wildlife Park is one of the largest zoological collections in the UK, with over 1,500 animals from 250 different species, set in 160 acres of beautiful parkland with plenty of space to enjoy nature.

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Berry Pomeroy Castle

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Berry Pomeroy, Nr Totnes, Devon, TQ9 6LJ

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01803 866618

Berry Pomeroy.Castle@english-heritage.org.uk

Nr Totnes

Set in beautiful woodland, the English Heritage castle is romantic and reputedly the most haunted in Devon. Discover the castle's intriguing history with our audio tour, let children explore the ruins.

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National Maritime Museum Cornwall

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Discovery Quay, Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 3QY

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+44 01326 313388

enquiries@nmmc.co.uk

Falmouth

Celebrating the sea, boats and Cornwall, this multi award winning Museum not only has 15 galleries over five floors beautifully illustrating the past, present and future of this island nation but also offers a number of stunning exhibitions.

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Dimbola Museum and Galleries

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Terrace Lane, FRESHWATER BAY, Isle Of Wight, PO40 9QE

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+44 01983 756814

admin@dimbola.co.uk

FRESHWATER BAY

Home and workplace of the internationally acclaimed Victorian photographer Julia Margaret Cameron.

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Lappa Valley Steam Railway

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Benny Halt, St. Newlyn East, Newquay, Cornwall, TR8 5LX

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+44 01872 510317

info@lappavalley.co.uk

Newquay

Lappa Valley is the only attraction in Cornwall that transports families on an exciting nostalgic steam train ride into a secret world of traditional fun and family adventures. Children will delight in the thrill of trains and boats, explore…

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Royal Cornwall Museum

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River Street, TRURO, CORNWALL, TR1 2SJ

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+44 01872 272205

enquiries@royalcornwallmuseum.org.uk

TRURO

The Royal Cornwall Museum opened in 1818 and moved to its present building in 1919. Over the years it has acquired a wide and varied collection encompassing all aspects of Cornwall's history, culture and environment both ancient and modern

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Soldiers of Gloucestershire Museum

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Custom House, Gloucester Docks, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 2HE

Telephone
+44 (0)1452 522682

enquiries@sogm.co.uk

Gloucester

The Museum displays the remarkable story of the Soldiers of Gloucestershire who have served their regiments since 1694. It depicts their courage, humour, traditions and their sacrifices in exciting and colourful exhibitions for all ages.

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M Shed

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Princes Wharf, Wapping Road, Bristol, BS1 4RN

Telephone
+44 (0)117 352 6600

bristolmuseums@bristol.gov.uk

Bristol

M Shed is an exciting and innovative flagship museum for Bristol with gallery space and a packed events schedule.

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South Devon Chilli Farm

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Wigford Cross, Loddiswell, Kingsbridge, Devon, TQ7 4DX

Telephone
01548 550782

kaz@southdevonchillifarm.co.uk

Kingsbridge

Discover chillies at our shop and cafe with lovely views and a play area. Delicious chilli and non-chilli dishes. Award-winning sauces, preserves, chocolates and gifts with free sampling every day.

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