The South Somerset parish of Cricket St. Thomas, which borders West Dorset and is a short distance from East Devon, is in a prime location to explore these three stunning West Country counties. You may visit Cricket House, the original location for the Penelope Keith-starring television series “To the Manor Born,” by taking a tour through the Cricket St. Thomas estate. Cricket House is now a component of the Warner Cricket St. Thomas Hotel. The Fleet Air Arm Museum, which is located 7 miles north of Yeovil and is one of the largest aviation museums in the world with many historic aircraft on display, is a little further away but still within easy driving distance, and the prestigious Haynes International Motor Museum at Sparkford offers an excellent day out for everyone with a vast collection of veteran, vintage, and classic cars and bikes offering a fascinating window into motoring history.
There are many options available for individuals interested in historical properties, including Tintinhull Gardens (NT), close to Yeovil, Montacute House (NT), at Montacute, and Barrington Court (NT), close to Ilminster. A day trip to many other interesting locations is also possible, such as Lytes Cary Manor in the vicinity of Somerton, the Minterne Gardens in Minterne Magna, and the Cerne Giant in nearby Cerne Abbas. Abbotsbury Swannery, Glastonbury Tor and abbey remains, Cheddar Gorge, Wells Cathedral, Stourhead Gardens (NT), Bovington Tank Museum, and Longleat Safari Park are all within an hour’s drive.
