THE LOCAL AREA

Cadbury Castle

Rich in history and mythology, the ancient site of Cadbury Castle is a must-see for anyone visiting to South Somerset.

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A military stronghold for over 4,000 years, the first earthen defences date back to the Stone Age.

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Explore the area and as you reach the summit, enjoy searching for fossils and relics with the family. You can check out our visitors' wall full of information showcasing historical digs and finds at the castle.

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Walk in the footsteps of King Arthur!

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In the 16th century, Cadbury Castle was proposed as the legendary stronghold of King Arthur in the 6th century, and archaeological evidence supports its significance as a major fortification of the era.

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Uncover the rich history of the area at The Camelot, where you'll find a British Heritage feature wall and fascinating displays of artefacts from archaeological digs through the centuries.

Surrounding Area

Nearby Bruton has quickly earned a reputation in the art world, with help of specialist shops and the Hauser & Wirth gallery. ​

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The Newt in Somerset is a stones throw from South Cadbury and its a gardens, hotel and everything else on the estate are definitely worth a visit.

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Castle Cary is local untapped treasure trove of a small market town. The Tuesday morning street market caters for all your local shopping needs.

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Tickets for local attraction in Sparkford, the Haynes Motor Museum, are valid all day. Many visitors pop out for a walk up to Cadbury Castle and may we suggest some lunch at the Camelot before returning in the afternoon.

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Sherborne is a charming place, if you love the buzz of a market town combined with historic heritage then be sure visit the Abbey and both Castles too.

Walking

With our convenient location to Cadbury Castle. While we take walk-ins, we suggest calling ahead if you're in a larger group taking in the local sights. If you are planning a trip nearby and need a rest bite, be sure to give us a call on 01963 441685 and we will do our best to accommodate you.

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Long Hazel Park a nearby campsite in Sparkford, has a great dog walking map of the local area.

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For the campers, we are host on Brit Stops (and National Trust car park for the Castle 100 yards away is on Park4Night). The Camelot and South Cadbury is an ideal location to stop for the night if travelling down the A303.​