With burnt orange leaves, crisp air, and cosy layers, we think there’s so much to love about autumn! With summer gone and winter on its way, autumn is the perfect time to enjoy everything the countryside has to offer. If you’re planning your Somerset break, there are lots of autumnal activities in the area for you to enjoy. Keep reading to find our four favourite things to do in Somerset in the autumn months…

1. Exmoor National Park

One of the things to do in Somerset over autumn is visit Exmoor National Park. The park is home to 1,100 kilometres of winding paths and bridleways that are ideal for exploring. It’s the perfect place for a casual stroll, to strap your boots on for a hike, or even to go for a bike ride. When walking around Exmoor Park in autumn, you’ll be met with picturesque scenery of rolling hills and golden trees. They even have a safari where you can explore the unique wildlife of the park, which is great for those family days out in Somerset. What’s even better is that it’s right on the doorstep of our holiday cottages!

2. Cider tasting

The autumn months are named the ‘cider season’ in Somerset as the fertile soils leave orchards flourishing. This makes cider tasting another great autumnal activity for you to enjoy. The autumn harvest has the finest British apples that transform into the most delicious cider. There are many cider farms and tasting events where you can learn about traditional cider and see the process for yourself. We know that looking around the orchards can be tiring work, so afterwards you can relax and enjoy your fresh bottle of cider at your very own holiday cottage in Somerset.

3. Autumn wreath making

Wreath making is a brilliant activity if you fancy spending some time feeling snug indoors. It’s a great way of decorating your doorstep back home and a beautiful reminder of your Somerset break. Fresh foliage looks the best to give the wreath a true autumnal look, but don’t worry, you won’t have to go far to get it. Our holiday cottages in Somerset have a 12-acre lake surrounded by land and plenty of trees with stunning autumn leaves for you to choose from. Once you’ve gathered your leaves, attach them to your wreath ring, and then you’ve got a lovely new autumn decoration for your home.

4. Pumpkin picking

When planning your family days out in Somerset, pumpkin picking is a great activity for the whole family. Somerset is full of pumpkin patches and farms that let you pick your own pumpkins, so you carve them together. Many pumpkin patches also have autumnal walking trails, food stalls, and games, so it makes a great day out. Not only does it give you another new home decoration, but it’s also a great activity that’s sure to get you in the autumn spirit. The closest pumpkin patch to our holiday cottages in Somerset is Thurloxton Farm, just a 10 minute drive away!

If you’d like to know more about our holiday cottages in Somerset, please don’t hesitate to get in touch or book today. For more information about things to do in Somerset, you can also check out our gallery or browse our other blogs for more inspiration.

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