Walking, Cycling & Horse-riding Around Woodlands

Walking

To find out more about walks around  or close to Woodlands Hotel please visit the following website:

http://www.brentknollvillage.info/walks/index.htm

Visit the Cheddar Gorge area (about 5 miles from Woodlands) - wonderful walks, drive throught the Mendip Hills, have morning or afternoon tea in the quaint village of Cheddar

http://www.bristol-link.co.uk/entertainment/cheddar-gorge.htm

Cycling

At Woodlands Country House Hotel, we have cycles for the use of our guests.  Why not venture out towards the beautiful Mendip Hills, or down to Brean Sands and discover 6 miles of unspoilt beach.  Enjoy this gorgeous country side and fresh country air.  When making a reservation, please indicate your interest in using the cycles.

http://www.somerset.gov.uk/somerset/ete/transport/travel2work/cycling/cyclemapping

Horse-riding

There are serveral local stables very close to Woodlands, where you can book an out-ride for an hour or two.  Enjoy the beautiful local scenery, breath in the fresh country air

Fancy a few days in the saddle? Somerset-based Travels on Horseback offer tailor-made horse riding holidays with an emphasis on slowing down, getting away from it all and experiencing the best scenery in Somerset at the same time.    Starting out from Woodland Country Hotel the Travels on Horseback team will work out the perfect route for you and your horse, book onward accommodation (all top-class hotels serving delicious locally grown produce), and provide a detailed guide to the best watering holes, restaurants and activities along your way. Visits to cider farms, coastal walks and a round of golf can all be factored in. They'll also be on hand to provide 24 hour back-up for you and your horse.  Day treks and special 'Full Moon' expeditions are also available.  For details, visit www.travelsonhorseback.com or call 01278 438 794 and speak to Kathryn Davies, the creator of Travels on Horseback.