Described as the 'Gateway to the Quantock Hills', Nether Stowey is a small yet busy and thriving village in the Sedgemoor district of Somerset. The village has been designated a Rural Centre, yet is easily accessible via the A39. The village dates back many centuries, referred to in Anglo-Saxon times as an agricultural settlement on the military road linking Cannington and Williton. The Doomsday Book mentions it as being one of four separate manors. It has a very long and interesting history. Close to the village are the remains of the 11th century Motte and Bailey castle, which gives a fantastic view of the village. One of the main tourist attractions in the area is Coleridge Cottage, built in the 17th century and now owned by the National Trust. The poet Coleridge lived there for two years and wrote some of his key works there, including The Rime of the Ancient Mariner. Coleridge Way is a 36 mile stretch of footpath starting in the Quantock Hills, and following the paths of the walks taken by Coleridge himself. Whilst visiting Nether Stowey you can enjoy the hospitality of The Rose and Crown, a 17th century coaching inn, offering food and accommodation.
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Ancient Mariner
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Rose & Crown Inn
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Nether Stowey C of E Primary School
Activities
Real Ale Walks(Walking)
Places to Stay near Nether Stowey
Rose and Crown Inn (0.12 miles)
The Rose and Crown is a sixteenth century coaching inn situated in the centre of the picturesque village of Nether Stowey, at the foot of the Quantock Hills, Englands first ... More
Castle of Comfort Hotel (1.16 miles)
16th century former coaching inn nestling in the Quantock Hills on the edge of Greater Exmoor an area of outstanding natural beauty, visited by Dorothy Wordsworth.Non-smoking throughout. ETC Silver Award ... More
Apple Tree Hotel (1.39 miles)
Delightful character hotel set in one and a half acres of grounds/gardens. The original Apple Tree Cottage dates back to the late 1600s. It had been transformed ... More | visit website
Acland Holiday Cottages (1.99 miles)
Combe House Hotel (2.51 miles)
Conveniently located just off the A39 within easy reach of Bridgwater, Minehead and Taunton, Combe House lies in a peaceful wooded valley in the heart of the Quantock Hills. The ... More | visit website
Blackmore Farm (3.55 miles)
Blackmore farm is a unique 15th century grade 1 listed manor house built in 1486 by Sir Thomas Tremayle.Guests can stay in one of the three tastefully restored and furnished bedrooms in the main the ... More | visit website
Blue Ball Inn (3.72 miles)
Carew Arms (3.80 miles)
At the heart of a picturesque village, the Carew Arms is the quintessential English inn. Nestled at the foot of the Quantock Hills, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, ... More
Kings Head Inn (3.96 miles)
The Friendly Spirit Inn (4.11 miles)
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