Somerset - Jewel of the South West Brochure

Discover the natural beauty and relaxed way of life captured in Somerset - Jewel of the South West, a brochure from Somerset Tourism Partnership celebrating the rustic scenery, epic coastline and enriching lifestyle of this corner of the West Country.

A Coastline Made for Family Holidays

Somerset offers long sweeping beaches and coastal resorts that are perfect for family holidays made from sand, sea and surf. Visitors can enjoy the seaside at several welcoming destinations:

• Minehead
• Burnham-on-Sea
• Weston-super-Mare
• Clevedon

Wild Countryside and Protected Landscapes

Venture inland and you will find an epic and wild countryside, alive with colour. The county is home to a National Park plus three Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, providing a haven for a diverse range of wildlife and giving visitors the freedom to breathe out the stresses of a hectic life and relax.

Traditional Crafts of the Levels and Moors

The internationally important area of the Levels and Moors is a rural idyll where traditional crafts still bind the tapestry of West Country life. Willow is one such craft for which the area is famed, with more to discover in the Somerset Willow Guide. Somerset has also been home to, and an inspiration for, many famous people.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which coastal resorts does the brochure highlight?

The brochure highlights the coastal resorts of Minehead, Burnham-on-Sea, Weston-super-Mare and Clevedon, all offering long sweeping beaches ideal for family holidays.

What protected landscapes can visitors explore?

Somerset is home to a National Park plus three Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, which together provide a habitat for a diverse range of wildlife.

What traditional craft is the area known for?

The Levels and Moors are famed for willow, a traditional craft that remains part of the tapestry of West Country life. Further information is available in the Somerset Willow Guide.

What kind of experience does Somerset offer visitors?

Somerset gives visitors the freedom to be themselves, to leave the stresses of a hectic life behind and to embrace a diverse and enriching way of life unique to the West Country.

What scenery can be found inland?

Inland, visitors discover an epic and wild countryside, alive with colour, including the internationally important Levels and Moors described as a rural idyll.

This brochure is part of the Catalink archive and may no longer be available to order. The information above describes Somerset Tourism Partnership. For current details, visit the company's official website.