This teddybear museum actually has life size bears, which were even taller then me. It is fun for…read moreall the family and even my sister liked it who is much older then me. There was loads of different teddy bears cute ones and even really wierd and scary ones. I enjoyed it so much because I love bears and would persuade you to go, because I really had a good time.

Just delightful to visit especially with the kids. Full to the brim with cuddly little bears and…read moreyou can buy a joint ticket which will let you into the dinosaur museum and the terracotta warrior experience so that takes the cost down a little. A nice shop too, lots of stairs so only wheelchair accessible on the ground floor but they didn't charge me due to that fact.

Only been here once, for a school trip, but it was very interesting and educational. The staff are…read morefriendly and the place is set out very nicely.

Ive been here twice and to be honest, the second time was pushing it, but then again its not my cup…read moreof tea. For the enthusiastic Historian, this place will be right down your alley. I do give credit to them for keeping the place in pristine condition though.

Not many places these day are free so make the most! My teenage sun prefered to sit outside in the…read moresun, whilst I poodles around. Clearly a lot of time and effort put into this. Number of animals to keep the small ones happy. Added benefit of free parking which also allows you to visit the Tor which is in walking distance.

Montacute House is a 16th century mansion in Somerset there is a very large collection of portraits…read morefrom the National Portrait Gallery collection on display in the house. There is also large collections of furniture and tapestries. The grounds are beautiful with a large formal garden to wabder around and after that it is time for afternoon tea and cake! The cafe is up to the usual NT high standards. there is a free car park on site.

If portraiture is your thing then a visit to Montacute is a must! This Elizabethan house…read moreincorporates a collection from the National Portrait Gallery from the Tudor and Elizabethan period. There is also an amazing collection of tapestries, funature and textiles (including samplers) from the period. There are formal gardens and longer signposted routes around the grounds. It's worth climbing the hill to see the site of the old Norman Castle which now sites an 18th Century look-out. The licenced restaurant is very good and represents incredible value. For those who prefer picnics there is a special area. Owned by the National Trust you could couple this with a visit to Lytes Cary or Barrington House.

Husband likes to take me to less touristy spots on the weekends - get some exercise in and some…read morefresh air. Goal was to check out the Abbotsbury area and meander along Chesil Beach. The gardens are absolutely stunning. At first I though it might be a collection of greenhouses, to contain the various tropical vegetation. But being the Jurassic Coast, the weather is quite mild so the plants are able to survive quite nicely outdoors. The gardens are split up into themes/areas - Victorian, Secret, Sino (chinese/japanese) etc. And the paths are quite clearly marked - with one path fairly easy to navigate if you have any mobility issues, and they don't cheap out on the accessible route, it's well laid out so that even the most mobility challenged can get a thorough experience of the gardens. Even though we went in the middle of September - not the most prime time to see any flowers in full bloom - we saw enough to entrance us. We had lunch in the canteen/cafe, and that was laid out like an old fashioned plantation house - with a lovely well shaded Edwardian veranda. Husband had the homity pie, which is a cheesy vegetarian pie whilst I had the bog standard Ham, Eggs & Chips - all very scrummy.

Unfortunately, unimpressed. Especially the £12 entrance fee. I've been to many gardens throughout…read morethe country and this was not exactly up to par with those. May have been great in its earlier years.

Trill Farm Summer Week was fabulous!…read more This is an eco wonderland created by Romy Fraser from the profits of her highly successful Neal's Yard products.2011 was its first year & it went with a bang on her 300 acre Estate on the Devon/Dorset border 11 -14 August & catering for all ages, there was a huge programme of events & 50 activities ranging from talks in the mediaeval Barn, to willow weaving,listening to tree sap,cooking from foraged food (my favourite) to introduction to bees & beekeeping & wild birds,making rafts for the lovely lakes, or climbing a rock face or making soap & lip balm. Music & feasting carried on into the night. Car parking in a field. £15 entrance fee was money well spent & our 8 year old didn't want to leave! Should you want to stay too,there's camping accomodation

I came to Yeolvil for the 2017 Fleet Air Arms airshow and I must say the British put on some of the…read morebest programs, without a doubt. I make an effort to travel from the US, to visit here when on vacation. This museum is time well spent, when coming to the UK. Make sure to visit and support the IWM. Many of the fellow attendees were great to talk to, when learning about planes and military equipment. In challenging times, it is the men and women of the military who protect and serve to keep us safe from those who embrace hate. English people are very nice and welcoming, except the one time when I might have accidentally driven in the wrong lane and get called a Yank! But that's a whole another story in itself and is totally my fault in getting those responses :) The planes on display here are well preserved and you can learn much about the naval air history and traditions here. The museum staff were pleasant and very helpful. The store has lots of great art and books, relating to the material also. Plan to spend several hours here! The Royal Air Tattoo is next week, and that also is a great show! Thank you for taking the time to read this post.

I visited the Royal Navy's fleet air arm museum recently, they have an array of planes that have…read morebeen used in the past and present. a fair few aircraft to see and displays, the museum is on an operational base and you can see the comings and goings of aircraft from their viewing areas. well worth a visit: £13 Adult £9 children You can see more of my pictures of the museum in my set on flickr: http://www.flickr.com/photos/top_gun_1uk/sets/72157627117203135/

Just got back from Glasto and the first thing I have to say is it has grown a lot since I last went…read morein 1985. 170,000 odd people in the one place, with no trouble and a brilliant vibe.long may it continue. Michael Evis is to be congratulated for sticking to his guns with Jay Z, who whilst wasn't my cup'o'tea, seemed to impress most people. To fully appreciate the magnitude of Glastonbury, you have to climb to the highest points and it is only then that you will start to understand the effort that must go into getting the festival on. Hundreds of shops, restaurants, cafes, bars and THE CIDER BUS! make turning up on Wednesday morning adviseable, as there really is so much to do and see. I could ramble on about the great dance acts, the trash city and all the other brilliant things in Glastonbury 2008, but instead, all I will say is the minute tickets go on sale next year, get registering, because even though the 2008 Glastonbury only just sold out, 2009 will sell out in Minutes.

It almost seems silly to review Glastonbury because it's so wonderful. Yes, it is indeed so…read morewonderful this review seems obvious! And yes, it can get wildly muddy; yes, the toilets will make you die a little inside; yes, you can find/be/do anything you desire there if you try hard enough. If you're questioning wanting to go to Glastonbury, please stop and just go. It's so different to every other festival, big or small, and so incredible. Please don't miss the sauna in the tipi village, the hidden bars and clubs scattered throughout the festival grounds, and in particular, the Shangri La area is life changing. Spend a few evenings there (particularly when the crowds aren't about) and you'll see!