Taunton is a town that has stone and Tudor architecture, with a history stretching back over 100 years. It offers amenities with the Orchard Shopping Centre and a selection of eateries. Taunton has a choice of museums and parks. The Quantock and Blackdown Hills AONB are easily accessible, as well as the Dartmoor and Exmoor National Parks. The coast is 20 miles away, with Weston-super-Mare slightly further afield, but well worth the journey with its great range of activities.