Happy on the Hill guidebook

Sightseeing

Stourhead

When Stourhead first opened in the 1740s, a magazine described it as ‘a living work of art’. The world-famous landscape garden has at its centrepiece a magnificent lake reflecting classical temples, mystical grottoes, and rare and exotic trees, and offers a day of fresh air and discovery. Uncover the fascinating history of Stourhead house with an Italian ‘Grand Tour’ adventure and enjoy the unique Regency library, Chippendale furniture and inspirational paintings. The Palladian house is set amid ‘picnic perfect’ lawns and extensive parkland. Explore the 1,072 hectare (2,650 acre) Stourhead estate where chalk downs, ancient woods and farmland are managed for wildlife. Dogs are welcome in the landscape garden from March-October after 4pm, after 3pm in November and all day, every day from December-February. Please help us by keeping your dog on a lead and picking up after it when in the landscape garden. Dogs are welcome across Stourhead’s countryside areas all year round.

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Stourhead

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When Stourhead first opened in the 1740s, a magazine described it as ‘a living work of art’. The world-famous landscape garden has at its centrepiece a magnificent lake reflecting classical temples, mystical grottoes, and rare and exotic trees, and offers a day of fresh air and discovery. Uncover the fascinating history of Stourhead house with an Italian ‘Grand Tour’ adventure and enjoy the unique Regency library, Chippendale furniture and inspirational paintings. The Palladian house is set amid ‘picnic perfect’ lawns and extensive parkland. Explore the 1,072 hectare (2,650 acre) Stourhead estate where chalk downs, ancient woods and farmland are managed for wildlife. Dogs are welcome in the landscape garden from March-October after 4pm, after 3pm in November and all day, every day from December-February. Please help us by keeping your dog on a lead and picking up after it when in the landscape garden. Dogs are welcome across Stourhead’s countryside areas all year round.

Glastonbury Tor

For refreshments, try the many cafés and pubs in the town of Glastonbury The Park & Ride bus links the town of Glastonbury with the Tor and other important sites. Glastonbury Abbey is a good place to start. There are no National Trust car parks at the Tor. The nearest This iconic and evocative landmark offers magnificent views of the Somerset Levels, Dorset, Wiltshire and Wales. Steeped in history and legend, excavations at the top of the Tor have revealed the plans of two superimposed churches of St Michael, of which only a 15th-century tower remains. Glastonbury Tor also has a grisly past. Abbot Richard Whiting was executed here in 1549 on the orders of Thomas Cromwell, the first Earl of Essex. Glastonbury Tor is known as being one of the most spiritual sites in the country. Its pagan beliefs are still very much celebrated. It’s a beautiful place to walk, unwind and relax. Fee paying car park is at Draper and Co on Chilkwell St. (2 mins walk) Admission free. Donations very welcome Information points at Glastonbury Tor, as well as nearby hills Burrow Mump and Collard Hill National Trust car parks at Burrow Mump, OS ST357305 and Ivythorn, OS ST479350 Dogs welcome under close control at Glastonbury Tor, Burrow Mump and Collard Hill. Please be aware that stock may be grazing. Burrow Mump is accessible by bus

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Glastonbury Tor

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For refreshments, try the many cafés and pubs in the town of Glastonbury The Park & Ride bus links the town of Glastonbury with the Tor and other important sites. Glastonbury Abbey is a good place to start. There are no National Trust car parks at the Tor. The nearest This iconic and evocative landmark offers magnificent views of the Somerset Levels, Dorset, Wiltshire and Wales. Steeped in history and legend, excavations at the top of the Tor have revealed the plans of two superimposed churches of St Michael, of which only a 15th-century tower remains. Glastonbury Tor also has a grisly past. Abbot Richard Whiting was executed here in 1549 on the orders of Thomas Cromwell, the first Earl of Essex. Glastonbury Tor is known as being one of the most spiritual sites in the country. Its pagan beliefs are still very much celebrated. It’s a beautiful place to walk, unwind and relax. Fee paying car park is at Draper and Co on Chilkwell St. (2 mins walk) Admission free. Donations very welcome Information points at Glastonbury Tor, as well as nearby hills Burrow Mump and Collard Hill National Trust car parks at Burrow Mump, OS ST357305 and Ivythorn, OS ST479350 Dogs welcome under close control at Glastonbury Tor, Burrow Mump and Collard Hill. Please be aware that stock may be grazing. Burrow Mump is accessible by bus

Westcombe Dairy

http://www.westcombedairy.com/ Westcombe Dairy is a small artisan dairy 3 miles from Happy on the Hill making traditional Cheddar and other West Country cheeses using unpasteurised milk from our own cows. Their traditional cheeses include the multi award-winning Westcombe Unpasteurised Cheddar, Duckett's Aged Caerphilly and our Somerset Ricotta.

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Westcombe Dairy

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http://www.westcombedairy.com/ Westcombe Dairy is a small artisan dairy 3 miles from Happy on the Hill making traditional Cheddar and other West Country cheeses using unpasteurised milk from our own cows. Their traditional cheeses include the multi award-winning Westcombe Unpasteurised Cheddar, Duckett's Aged Caerphilly and our Somerset Ricotta.

The Wild Beer Co

www.wildbeerco.com Discover this wonderful farmhouse brewery set in the rolling Somerset hills 3 miles from Happy on the Hill! Born out of a love of fermentation, Barrel-Ageing, and most importantly Flavour! Tour dates on website.

The Wild Beer Co

Lower Street

www.wildbeerco.com Discover this wonderful farmhouse brewery set in the rolling Somerset hills 3 miles from Happy on the Hill! Born out of a love of fermentation, Barrel-Ageing, and most importantly Flavour! Tour dates on website.

The Pilgrims Restaurant

https://thenewtinsomerset.com/ The Newt in Somerset is a country estate with magnificent woodland and gardens. The core is Georgian, with limestone buildings the colour of burnt orange, the seat of the Hobhouse family for more than two centuries. Innovative design is paired with the freshest produce from our gardens, beautiful country walks, superb service and a world-class spa – wrapping you in a sense of wellbeing.

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The Pilgrims Restaurant

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https://thenewtinsomerset.com/ The Newt in Somerset is a country estate with magnificent woodland and gardens. The core is Georgian, with limestone buildings the colour of burnt orange, the seat of the Hobhouse family for more than two centuries. Innovative design is paired with the freshest produce from our gardens, beautiful country walks, superb service and a world-class spa – wrapping you in a sense of wellbeing.

Hauser & Wirth Somerset

https://www.hauserwirth.com/locations/10068-hauser-wirth-somerset Hauser & Wirth Somerset is a pioneering world-class gallery and multi-purpose arts center which acts as a destination for experiencing art, architecture, and the remarkable Somerset landscape through new and innovative exhibitions of contemporary art. An impressive landscaped garden, designed by internationally renowned landscape architect Piet Oudolf, sits behind the gallery buildings and includes a changing programme of outdoor sculptures, and houses the Radić Pavilion, designed by Smiljan Radić. On-site restaurant, Roth Bar & Grill, serves seasonal, locally sourced produce, and is replete with works of art including a site-specific bar created by Björn and Oddur Roth, the son and grandson of artist Dieter Roth. The centre is located on the outskirts of Bruton, on Durslade Farm, which is a working free-range farm, providing produce for Roth Bar & Grill. The gallery opened in 2014 – prior to this the buildings had remained derelict for several decades, until they were sensitively restored and new buildings added by Paris based architectural firm Laplace. The center is open with free admission to the public, six days per week, throughout the year.

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Hauser & Wirth Somerset

Dropping Lane

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https://www.hauserwirth.com/locations/10068-hauser-wirth-somerset Hauser & Wirth Somerset is a pioneering world-class gallery and multi-purpose arts center which acts as a destination for experiencing art, architecture, and the remarkable Somerset landscape through new and innovative exhibitions of contemporary art. An impressive landscaped garden, designed by internationally renowned landscape architect Piet Oudolf, sits behind the gallery buildings and includes a changing programme of outdoor sculptures, and houses the Radić Pavilion, designed by Smiljan Radić. On-site restaurant, Roth Bar & Grill, serves seasonal, locally sourced produce, and is replete with works of art including a site-specific bar created by Björn and Oddur Roth, the son and grandson of artist Dieter Roth. The centre is located on the outskirts of Bruton, on Durslade Farm, which is a working free-range farm, providing produce for Roth Bar & Grill. The gallery opened in 2014 – prior to this the buildings had remained derelict for several decades, until they were sensitively restored and new buildings added by Paris based architectural firm Laplace. The center is open with free admission to the public, six days per week, throughout the year.

Bruton Dovecote

The Bruton Dovecote is a limestone tower that was built between the 15th and 17th century in Bruton in the English county of Somerset. It is visible fro around Bruton and a fun walk and interesting place to explore. The structure was once used as a dovecote, and may have been a watchtower or prospect tower prior to this. It is a Grade II* listed building and scheduled monument. It has been associated with Bruton Abbey and the Berkley family who owned the estate after the dissolution. It is known that the conversion to house pigeons and doves took place around 1780

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Bruton Dovecote

Park Wall

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The Bruton Dovecote is a limestone tower that was built between the 15th and 17th century in Bruton in the English county of Somerset. It is visible fro around Bruton and a fun walk and interesting place to explore. The structure was once used as a dovecote, and may have been a watchtower or prospect tower prior to this. It is a Grade II* listed building and scheduled monument. It has been associated with Bruton Abbey and the Berkley family who owned the estate after the dissolution. It is known that the conversion to house pigeons and doves took place around 1780

King Alfred's Tower

Ideal place to go for amazing walks through the woods. Every time I've gone I've found a different route. Great for dog walks, be aware that often there is no phone signal. Walking boots or wellies are most suitable! Then to the Bull at the Hardway for lunch of dinner - perfect!

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King Alfred's Tower

Kingsettle Hill

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Ideal place to go for amazing walks through the woods. Every time I've gone I've found a different route. Great for dog walks, be aware that often there is no phone signal. Walking boots or wellies are most suitable! Then to the Bull at the Hardway for lunch of dinner - perfect!

Pitcombe Rock Falconry

http://prfalconry.co.uk/ Pitcombe Rock Falconry is located in the beautiful village of Pitcombe near Bruton. Here we are dedicated to Rescue, Rehabilitation and Education of Birds of Prey. Here at Pitcombe Rock Falconry we like to raise the much needed revenue to pay for our rescue and rehabilitation work. We have no third party funding so we raise that revenue through a combination of education programmes and falconry experiences.http://prfalconry.co.uk/experience

Pitcombe Rock Falconry

Sunny Hill

http://prfalconry.co.uk/ Pitcombe Rock Falconry is located in the beautiful village of Pitcombe near Bruton. Here we are dedicated to Rescue, Rehabilitation and Education of Birds of Prey. Here at Pitcombe Rock Falconry we like to raise the much needed revenue to pay for our rescue and rehabilitation work. We have no third party funding so we raise that revenue through a combination of education programmes and falconry experiences.http://prfalconry.co.uk/experience

Bath and West Show Ground station

https://www.bathandwest.com/ Welcome to the Bath & West Showground, a 240 acre venue in the heart of the West of England; home to The Royal Bath & West of England Society, internationally renowned agricultural shows and a host of events of every description throughout the year. Happy on the Hill is approximately 5 miles from the Show ground.

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Bath and West Show Ground station

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https://www.bathandwest.com/ Welcome to the Bath & West Showground, a 240 acre venue in the heart of the West of England; home to The Royal Bath & West of England Society, internationally renowned agricultural shows and a host of events of every description throughout the year. Happy on the Hill is approximately 5 miles from the Show ground.

Glastonbury

Glastonbury ( 8 miles away) is a great own to visit. It has been described as a New Age community which attracts people with New Age and Neopagan beliefs, and is notable for myths and legends often related to Glastonbury Tor, concerning Joseph of Arimathea, the Holy Grail and King Arthur. Joseph is said to have arrived in Glastonbury and stuck his staff into the ground, when it flowered miraculously into the Glastonbury Thorn. The presence of a landscape zodiac around the town has been suggested but no evidence has been discovered. The Glastonbury Festival, held in the nearby village of Pilton, takes its name from the town.

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Glastonbury

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Glastonbury ( 8 miles away) is a great own to visit. It has been described as a New Age community which attracts people with New Age and Neopagan beliefs, and is notable for myths and legends often related to Glastonbury Tor, concerning Joseph of Arimathea, the Holy Grail and King Arthur. Joseph is said to have arrived in Glastonbury and stuck his staff into the ground, when it flowered miraculously into the Glastonbury Thorn. The presence of a landscape zodiac around the town has been suggested but no evidence has been discovered. The Glastonbury Festival, held in the nearby village of Pilton, takes its name from the town.

Frome

Full of independent, individual shops that are brimming with fabulous crafts and creations’ Frome is a town with a charming historic centre and has a wealth of architectural interest alongside a thriving contemporary and performing arts scene. Frome is also the original Somerset Market Town, a hugely important destination hosting a thriving market since the time the ink was still wet on The Domesday Book. This tradition continues today with regular markets every Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday. a charming historic centre and has a wealth of architectural interest alongside a thriving contemporary and performing arts scene. Frome is also the original Somerset Market Town, a hugely important destination hosting a thriving market since the time the ink was still wet on The Domesday Book. This tradition continues today with regular markets every Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday. Then on the first Sunday of each month from March to December, ‘The Frome Independent Market’ comes to town. The Frome Independent is a mini festival that takes over the whole town attracting thousands of visitors. It brings together the best local food and drink, artists and designers, produce, plants, flowers, retro, vintage, collectables, home wares and street entertainment.

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Frome

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Full of independent, individual shops that are brimming with fabulous crafts and creations’ Frome is a town with a charming historic centre and has a wealth of architectural interest alongside a thriving contemporary and performing arts scene. Frome is also the original Somerset Market Town, a hugely important destination hosting a thriving market since the time the ink was still wet on The Domesday Book. This tradition continues today with regular markets every Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday. a charming historic centre and has a wealth of architectural interest alongside a thriving contemporary and performing arts scene. Frome is also the original Somerset Market Town, a hugely important destination hosting a thriving market since the time the ink was still wet on The Domesday Book. This tradition continues today with regular markets every Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday. Then on the first Sunday of each month from March to December, ‘The Frome Independent Market’ comes to town. The Frome Independent is a mini festival that takes over the whole town attracting thousands of visitors. It brings together the best local food and drink, artists and designers, produce, plants, flowers, retro, vintage, collectables, home wares and street entertainment.

Bath

https://visitbath.co.uk/ Built for pleasure and relaxation, beautiful Bath has been a wellbeing destination since Roman times. The waters are still a big draw, both at the ancient Roman Baths and the thoroughly modern Thermae Bath Spa, which houses the only natural thermal hot springs in Britain you can bathe in. Bath’s compact, visitor-friendly centre is overflowing with places to eat and drink, plus some of the finest independent shops in Britain, making it the ideal city break. Immerse yourself in Bath’s remarkable collection of museums and galleries, and enjoy year-round festivals, theatre, music and sports. Bath's stunning honey-coloured Georgian architecture is straight from a Jane Austen novel - highlights include the iconic Royal Crescent and the majestic Circus.

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Bath

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https://visitbath.co.uk/ Built for pleasure and relaxation, beautiful Bath has been a wellbeing destination since Roman times. The waters are still a big draw, both at the ancient Roman Baths and the thoroughly modern Thermae Bath Spa, which houses the only natural thermal hot springs in Britain you can bathe in. Bath’s compact, visitor-friendly centre is overflowing with places to eat and drink, plus some of the finest independent shops in Britain, making it the ideal city break. Immerse yourself in Bath’s remarkable collection of museums and galleries, and enjoy year-round festivals, theatre, music and sports. Bath's stunning honey-coloured Georgian architecture is straight from a Jane Austen novel - highlights include the iconic Royal Crescent and the majestic Circus.

The Pilgrims Restaurant

This is the most spectacular creation of beautiful gardens and amazing walks, including the dizzying Tree top walk. There are two delicious cafes and farm and gift shop, as well as an incredible Cider Bar!

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The Pilgrims Restaurant

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This is the most spectacular creation of beautiful gardens and amazing walks, including the dizzying Tree top walk. There are two delicious cafes and farm and gift shop, as well as an incredible Cider Bar!

Happy on the Hill guidebook

Our Favourite places to eat and drink!!

On the Brook

At The Chapel

Roth Bar & Grill

Matt's Kitchen

The Bull Inn

The Bruton Castle

The Three Horseshoes Inn

The Queens Arms

The Alhampton Inn

Osip restaurant

Sightseeing

Stourhead

Glastonbury Tor

Westcombe Dairy

The Wild Beer Co

The Pilgrims Restaurant

Hauser & Wirth Somerset

Bruton Dovecote

King Alfred's Tower

Pitcombe Rock Falconry

Bath and West Show Ground station

Glastonbury

Frome

Bath

The Pilgrims Restaurant

Takeaway Food and food delivery

Miah's

Bruton Museum

The Sun Inn

At The Chapel