The picturesque small town of Langport lies in the heart of the district known as the Somerset Levels. It claims to be the smallest town in England and is joined to the surrounding villages by a network of country lanes. It is five miles west of Somerton in the South Somerset district, along the A378. The town is set on the east bank of the River Parrett and this part was formerly known as Langport Eastover. The area that lies on the west bank was Langton Westover, now just Westover. It was an important town as far back as the Roman occupation and was a royal borough in Saxon times. In 1562 it was given its first charter by Elizabeth I, in recognition of its ancient status. This charter also granted a market on Saturday, but in the 19th century this was changed to Tuesday. In 1840 the Westport Canal was built between Westport and Langport. The intention was to facilitate trade with the port at Bridgewater. Among the historic buildings in the town worth visiting are The Tudor House and The Warehouse in Great Bow Yard, recently restored. If you are looking for food and accommodation you could try The Langport Arms Hotel and Carvery.
Attraction
Kelways Plant Centre and Cottage Garden
Langport and River Parrett Visitor Centre
Muchelney Abbey
National Animal Welfare Trust
Priest's House
Stembridge Tower Mill
Camping
Bowdens Crest Caravan & Camping Park
Thorney Lakes Caravan Park
Caravan Park
Bowdens Crest Caravan & Camping Park
Thorney Lakes Caravan Park
Estate Agent
Golf Club
Inn
Market
Pub and Bar
Black Swan
Halfway House
King William IV Inn
Old Custom House Inn
Old Pound Inn
Olde Forge Inn
The Lime Kiln Inn
The Old Barn Owl Inn
White Lion
Restaurant
Almonry
Black Swan
Halfway House
Old Pound Inn
Olde Forge Inn
Rose & Crown
The Lime Kiln Inn
Self-Catering
Taxi
Shops
Drayton Nurseries
Merricks Farm
Sunshine Health
Merricks Organic Farm
Pitney Farm Shop
Alan Cleall
Activities
Bowdens Riding School(Riding)
Half Moon Riding Stables(Riding)
Places to Stay near Langport
Bere Farm Cottages (2.87 miles)
Thoughtfully converted from original stone farm buildings, Bere Farm offers two immaculately-presented luxury detached cottages. Newly renovated, both cottages are light and spacious featuring local craftmanship and much attention to detail. A small courtyard shared ... More | visit website
Devonshire Arms (3.14 miles)
You will find a warm and personal welcome to the lush Somerset countryside at the Devonshire Arms, a grade II listed former hunting lodge, set on an idyllic village green.
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Harleys Court Holiday Cottages (3.42 miles)
Bladon House (3.93 miles)
Unicorn Hotel (4.32 miles)
Situated in the very heart of Somerset, in the very lovely old town of Somerton, the Unicorn is perhaps the most picturesque & architecturally significant inn of this ancient & ... More
Somerton Court Country House (4.81 miles)
Somerton Court is a large historic country house believed to date in part from the 12th Century. It is situated at Lower Somerton on the eastern edge of Somerton, the royal town of ancient Wessex ... More | visit websiteAsh House Country Hotel (5.37 miles)
A Beautiful Georgian Country House located in the heart of the peaceful Somerset countryside. A family owned & run country hotel renowned for its idyllic location, yet just 1 mile from the main A303.
The building ... More | visit website
White Hart Hotel (5.40 miles)
Polden Vale (5.87 miles)
Polden Vale is a small family run B & B, Situated on the outskirts of Clarks Shopping Village, central for exploring Somerset and Devon. Although on the A361 the accommodation ... More
Hollies Hotel (6.01 miles)
Garden Rooms, Suites, ... More | visit website
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