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Somerset (/ ˈ s ʌ m ər s ɪ t,-s ɛ t / ⓘ SUM-ər-sit, -set; archaically Somersetshire / ˈ s ʌ m ər s ɪ t. ʃ ɪər,-s ɛ t-,-ʃ ər / SUM-ər-sit-sheer, -set-, -shər) is a ceremonial county in South West England.
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1 day ago · Somerset, administrative, geographic, and historic county of southwestern England. It is bordered to the northwest by the Bristol Channel, to the north by Gloucestershire, to the east by Wiltshire, to the southeast by Dorset, and to the southwest by Devon. Taunton, in west-central Somerset, is the county town (seat).
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Explore Somerset's attractions, events, festivals, food and drink, history and heritage, and more. Find and book local experiences, support local businesses, and plan your visit to the ancient county of Somerset.
Discover Somerset, a county of lush countryside, historic charm, and captivating culture in South West England. Find and book local experiences, accommodation, food and drink, events, and more on the official tourism website.
Somerset is a county of contrasts with invigorating coastlines, limestone gorges, wetlands, moors and stately homes. Explore its local food, drink, gardens, historic properties, wildlife and stunning views.
May 1, 2023 · 1. Bath. Source: wikipedia. Bath, Somerset. If the Romans discovered Bath it was the Georgians who perfected it when they turned this city into the luxury resort of choice in the 1700s. Yet for all the magnificent architecture from this time the prime attraction in Bath is the Roman bathing complex established some 1,800 years before.
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There are some amazing walks to be done around Somerset and its many undiscovered treasures. Birdwatching. Somerset hosts numerous RSPB and WWT nature reserves, and the wetlands of the Levels are a true avian hotspot, with literally millions of starlings coming to roost in one of England's most dramatic natural displays. (updated Dec 2023) Caving.
