Things to do
We hope you get to make the most of your travels while making the effort to come to our wedding.
In addition to enjoying the VENUE amenities, please refer to the recommendations below for things to do local to North Cadbury and the surrounding countryside.
Need help with any travel plans? Needless to say, we love organising trips!
If it’s your first time visiting the UK and you’d like some additional recommendations (i.e. what to see in London), it would be our pleasure to help put together an ideal itinerary or help answer any questions!
local ACTIVITIES
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CAMELOT 'CASTLE' HILL
This archaeological site was the stronghold of King Arthur during the 6th century.
This is an easy 20-30 minute hike that gives you a beautiful aerial view.
There’s parking at the base. If you’re staying at North Cadbury, it’s a 5 min. drive or 30 min. walk.
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TEALS Farm SHOP
Think Whole Foods - but embedded in a remote UK village.
Stop by here for a farm-to-table restaurant, cafe, groceries, gift shop.
It's a straightforward 1 mile walk from the venue, however be mindful of going during daylight hours, as there aren't paved sidewalks for the entire walk!
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VILLAGE STORE
Visit the Village Store just across the street from North Cadbury.
This is a no-fuss shop that offers basic convenience store needs, liquor, frozen meals, and snacks.
The dairy farm run at North Cadbury sells their famous Montgomery Cheddar Cheese here!
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THE NEWT IN SOMERSET
This 5-star hotel near our venue is a country estate with magnificent woodland and gardens.
For access, it requires a membership purchase of £85 for entry.
The membership lasts a year and allows for you and guests to enjoy gardens, cider tastings, cafes, and tours.
PUBS & Places to eaT
Teals Farm Shop, The Catash Inn, and the Village Store are all walking distance from the venue, see below additional nearby options that, depending on where you’re staying, would require a car or taxi.
It is essential to pre-book pubs and taxis for the weekend. If you’re travelling without a car, visit the TRANSPORTATION page for more info on booking local taxis. It’s important to note there is no Uber or large-scale taxi companies and you need to pre-book!
The Catash Inn – North Cadbury
Great local for drinks, okay food
5 min. walk from North Cadbury Court
Tel: 01963 441531
jamescaz4@aol.com www.thecatashinnnorthcadbury.co.uk
Bay Tree – Castle Cary
3.3 miles from North Cadbury Court
Tel: 01963 350989
baytreecc@icloud.com
The White Hart - Castle Cary
Drinks only
3.9 miles from North Cadbury Court
Tel: 01963 350077
The George Hotel – Castle Cary
2nd top pick for food!
3.6 miles from North Cadbury Court
Tel: 01963 350761
enquiries@thegeorgehotelcastlecary.co.uk www.thegeorgehotelcastlecary.co.uk
The Kings Arms – Charlton Horethorne
4.4 miles from North Cadbury Court
Tel: 01963 220 281
admin@thekingsarms.co.uk www.thekingsarms.co.uk
Roth Bar and Grill – Bruton
Part of Hauser and Wirth Art Gallery
7.3 miles from North Cadbury Court
Tel: 01749 81 4060
The Queens Arms – Sherborne
Bride’s top pick for food!
3.5 miles from North Cadbury Court
Tel: 01963 220317
relax@thequeensarms.com www.thequeensarms.com
Red Lion - Babcary
Beautiful thatched country pub
7.3 miles from North Cadbury Court
Tel: 01458 223230
At The Chapel – Bruton
Pizzas and food
7.1 miles from North Cadbury Court
Tel: 01749 814 070
nearby attractions
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GLASTONBURY TOR
This iconic landmark offers magnificent views of the Somerset Levels, Dorset, Wiltshire and Wales. The Tor climb is steep but only takes 15-20 minutes
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city of wells
Wells is a charming village that is only a 30-minute drive from the venue. Alongside shops and dining, it offers a brilliant Cathedral and Bishops Palace tour.
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Outlet shopping
Fancy some shopping and dining? A 30-minute drive from our venue, Clark’s Village offers 60% off RRP at over 90 designer and high street brands.
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STONEHENGE
Stonehenge is a prehistoric megalithic structure on Salisbury Plain. If you’re travelling in from London, Stonehenge is just over halfway along your route!
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City of bath
If you want to explore outside of London, we recommend routing to our venue via Bath. It a gorgeous city set in rolling hills and full of ancient Roman thermal pools.
