Polsham Travel Guide

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Fenny Castle Motte and Bailey Fenny Castle is a motte and bailey castle set on a small natural hill. The north west end of the hill has been scarped into a steep-sided conical to form a motte, while the south east end has been levelled to create a narrow bailey. Digging in the castle unearthed a wall which defended the summit, as well as iron rings, an iron implement and pottery. In C19 it is recorded that part of the slope at the north west end of the hill was removed to enable easier access around it. In the process the remains of 20 skeletons, possibly of a period predating the construction of the castle, were removed. The river Sheppey can be seen in the foreground.
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Fenny Castle Motte and Bailey Fenny Castle is a motte and bailey castle set on a small natural hill. The north west end of the hill has been scarped into a steep-sided conical to form a motte, while the south east end has been levelled to create a narrow bailey. Digging in the castle unearthed a wall which defended the summit, as well as iron rings, an iron implement and pottery. In C19 it is recorded that part of the slope at the north west end of the hill was removed to enable easier access around it. In the process the remains of 20 skeletons, possibly of a period predating the construction of the castle, were removed. The river Sheppey can be seen in the foreground.
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Ben Knowle A picture of Ben Knowle and farm buildings taken from Haymoor Lane in Coxley Wick.
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Ruined building A ruined building on Haymoor Drove. Ben Knowle hill can be seen in the background.
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Fenny Castle Motte & Bailey.
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Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport

Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport

3.5 out of 5
Bristol Airport Bristol England
The price is AU$224 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
AU$224
2 Mar - 3 Mar
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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol South - Cadbury House

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol South - Cadbury House

4 out of 5
Frost Hill Bristol England
The price is AU$171 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$171
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Bristol. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Arrived 6.30ish, got told the pool was closed to kids until 10.15 am, website says 10pm no mention of no kids! Ruined our plan, I picked the hotel because of the pool, half term too! Family friendly advertising etc, kids very disappointed. We ordered room service, menus are basic with poor description, ...

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol South - Cadbury House
George Hotel

George Hotel

4 out of 5
Market Place Frome England
The price is AU$118 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$118
22 Feb - 23 Feb
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Stay at this inn in Frome. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Staff were friendly and helpful. The room was very spacious (27) and clean. There was a bit of black mould on the bathroom ceiling and flaking paint on the ceiling of the bedroom but apart from that everything was good. The bed was very comfortable and the toiletries are a nice touch. It was a little ...

Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

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Greyfield Farm Cottages

Greyfield Farm Cottages

4 out of 5
The Gug BS39 6YQ Bristol England
Stay at this cottage in Bristol. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Chew Valley and Farrington Park Golf Club are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (28 reviews)
Lovely friendly place to stay

Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025

Greyfield Farm Cottages
Cosy Somerset cottage, open fire, country walks, pet friendly.

Cosy Somerset cottage, open fire, country walks, pet friendly.

Somerton Somerset
Stay at this family-friendly cottage in Somerton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a garden. Popular attractions Avalon Vineyard and Lytes Cary Manor ...
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Cosy Somerset cottage, open fire, country walks, pet friendly.
WILLOW RIDGE - a large country house with 3 rental rooms

WILLOW RIDGE - a large country house with 3 rental rooms

2.5 out of 5
Featherbed Ln Bristol England
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10/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
perfect for my friend

Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025

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Wells Cathedral

Wells Cathedral

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Activities

Somerset: Wookey Hole Caves Day Admission Ticket

Somerset: Wookey Hole Caves Day Admission Ticket

AU$49
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Somerset: Wookey Hole Caves Day Admission Ticket
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Shepton Mallet Prison Escape Room - The Cell

AU$54
per adult
Shepton Mallet Prison Escape Room - The Cell
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AU$117
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