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Oct 19, 20184 min read

A night down the local boozer - theatre, heartbreak and horses!

Countdown to Victory. That's our quiz team name although believe it or not, this blog isn't about the coolest pub quiz in Somerset! We're...

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Sep 18, 20184 min read

The Lost Words for Somerset - Four Thoughts

When I was about 7 or 8, there were days when I loved nothing more than exploring in the woods with my dad... especially in the Autumn...

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Sep 13, 20187 min read

Art for all - Somerset Open Studios

We've started to use the hashtag #artforall on Twitter and Instagram whenever we chat about art, because whoever you are and whatever you...

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Sep 5, 20183 min read

It's back! Toby's Harvest Festival 2018 - Four Thoughts

September brings with it thoughts of change, that distinctive Autumnal scent in the air and something that's set to become a bit of a...

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Aug 16, 20185 min read

Coastal craving... a North Somerset beach tour!

"Coastal craving", says Graeme "wasn't that a song by KD Lang"? "No. That was Constant Craving" I say, tutting a bit. Coastal craving is...

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Jul 31, 20185 min read

High parts, no lows! A stunning Wells Cathedral tour

We rush to get to Wells Cathedral on time for the High Parts Tour - a special 'behind the scenes' look at the upper levels of the...

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Jul 27, 20183 min read

Valley Fest - Year three, Four Thoughts!

Ahh - flipping gorgeous Valley Fest! ;) It's back in all its' glory this time next week (Friday 3rd to Sunday 5th August) and it's one...

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Jul 21, 20183 min read

Angus and the owls - Four Thoughts

We love a cracking arts trail to follow, don't you? And there's definitely a place in our hearts for wise owls! We've got a stunning barn...

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Jul 17, 20184 min read

Rubbish art... that's anything but!

Inside the old HSBC building in Shepton Mallet, something rubbish is happening. "Err... so why are you wasting our time with it," you...

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Jul 5, 20184 min read

Tankus the Henge - Four Thoughts

Want to brighten up your week? Fancy jumping on board a runaway train that's hurtling towards Somerset with no plans to slam on the...

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Jun 27, 20188 min read

Lavender fields forever

Move over strawberry fields... lavender has arrived! Ahh. The smell of it. That unmistakable mix of floral and herbal. It’s relaxing,...

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Jun 21, 20183 min read

The Junkyard Rabbit - Four Thoughts

It's about time we had another 'Four Thoughts' don't you reckon? The time when we interview someone ace and ask them four questions we...

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Jun 6, 20187 min read

Caught by the (Hot) Fuzz!

Police Constable Nicholas Angel. Born and schooled in London. Graduated Canterbury University in 1993, with a double first in Politics...

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May 30, 20184 min read

Change tastes great at Clavelshay!

Update: Unfortunately Clavelshay Barn restaurant is now closed. We miss it! Have you been to Clavelshay Barn yet? It’s no secret that...

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May 10, 20184 min read

Somerset Garden Day 2018 - Four Thoughts

If you follow us on Twitter and Instagram you'll know that just over two years ago, we took on the care of a beautiful garden that used...

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Apr 29, 20184 min read

Children's World - Four Thoughts

It’s definitely about time for another 'Four Thoughts'… when we interview the people doing amazing things in Somerset. For this one,...

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Apr 20, 20184 min read

Lion Rock Tea Rooms - Four Thoughts

Pop the kettle on and get out the celebratory bunting! It's National Tea Day 2018 today and as we love nothing more than a beautiful...

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Apr 15, 20185 min read

The Luttrell Arms - history, secrets & the best fish & chips!

We’ve been to Dunster Village twice now and both times we’ve been drawn to The Luttrell Arms – the historic hotel and coaching inn at the...

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Mar 26, 20186 min read

Heavenly afternoon tea at Chapel House

What makes a great tea room, coffee shop or somewhere to grab a spot of lunch when you’re out and about? A place with amazing homemade...

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Dec 31, 20175 min read

A Winter weekend away, with Ted

A few weeks ago, our head was well and truly turned. By Ted. He stole a piece of our heart too… but don’t panic, you haven’t accidentally...

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