Plenty of us plan to stay closer to home this summer, and who can blame us when we have beautiful counties like Somerset on our doorstep, ready to explore
Somersetâs landscapes are steeped in legend, from the lush fields of âAvalonâ to Cheddar Gorge and the wilds of Exmoor. The winding, country lanes hold secrets: a spectacular gathering of birds at sunset; a cave filled with fertility symbols; a farm taken over by huge sculptures.Â
The local food scene is flourishing, involving everyone from Michelin-star chefs to foragers on the Mendip Hills and farmers selling cheddar and cider from the barn door.Â