Self catering holidays in Wincanton - Somerset

Wincanton is an attractive and thriving market town situated just inside Somerset, but almost on the borders of Wiltshire and Dorset.

A wealth of interesting small shops purvey everything from antiques and curios, from wholesome local food to fine wines from across the world.  Teashops, old coaching inns and restaurants cater for a broad range of tastes and appetites.  Some occupy fine 18th century buildings and despite modern shopfronts and motorcars the overall appearance of the town centre has changed little since the mid 19th century. 

For the active, the countryside around Wincanton is perfect for exploring on foot, bicylce or horseback.  Within easy reach of Wincanton are numerous places of interest easily and quickly accessible including an Iron Age hill fort at South Cadbury - reputedly King Arthur's Camelot, Haynes International Motor Museum at Sparkford, The Fleet Air Arm Museum at Yeovilton and Longleat at Warminster.  Classic gardens within easy reach include the National Trust owned properties Stourhead House and Gardens and Montacute House.  Historic Bath and Salisbury are an hour's journey away.  Sherborne and Glastonbury are half an hour away.