Discover Somerset

Stanton Drew stone circle, Somerset
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Author: Rwendland


Somerset is a county in Southwest England. It is located to the south of the Bristol Channel and the mouth of the River Severn. Somerset is bordered by Gloucestershire to the north, Wiltshire to the east, Dorset to the southeast and Devon to the southwest. It covers 4,171 sq km (1,610 sq mi) and has a population of 913,000 (2011 estimate).

The landscape of Somerset comprises rolling hills and large flat expanses. Among the natural features of Somerset include Mendip Hills, Quantock Hills and Exmoor National Park.

Towns in Somerset

World Heritage Site in Somerset

Shepton Mallet marketplace in Somerset
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Author: Wurzeller


Worthy Toll Road Gate, Somerset
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Author: Maedin Tureaud


Montacute House, Somerset
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Author: Mark Robinson

Map of Ceremonial Counties of England

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