Off the Estate there is plenty to do locally. The Somerset levels are easily accessible and great for cycling. The Blackdown Hills are visible from the window and offer more opportunity for exploring this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty via the 30km long Here Path Trail through Forestry Commission woodland. The Market Town of Ilminster is 2 miles away, with Market day each Thursday it also offers many independent shops including the award-winning butchers; Bonners. West country cheeses can be found at Silver Street Dairy and seasonal fruit and vegetables at Mike’s Greengrocers. Nearby in the village of Dowlish Wake is Perry’s Cider Mill. And near the village of Hambridge is the Somerset Cider Brandy Company and the Forrest and Brown