Westcountry

The West Country broadly encompasses Somerset, Devon and Cornwall but it is difficult to say where exactly it starts.

We have included Dorset and Wiltshire under this heading but kept Somerset separate as of course we live in this County and there are perhaps more local links that could equally be under the heading of Wincanton.

Each county is in many ways quite distinct. Wiltshire is typified by its rolling chalk downs, almost prairie like in places and at the other extreme Cornwall has its rugged granite moorland and coastline - I think we are extremely lucky in this small island to have such diverse geology and geography. Its is perhaps difficult for a visitor to appreciate this so hopefully our website will help in showing what our corner of the U.K. has to offer.

	To put everything in perspective Wincanton, which is in the Eastern-most part of Somerset, is just over 100 miles from London which is roughly 2 hours by road. Plymouth in Devon is a similar distance. Wincanton to Truro or central Cornwall is about 150 miles and is 3 hours but the last leg to Lands End and other remote places can take another hour or more.
	Click on this thumbnail map for a detailed view of the West Country , including Cornwall in the West, through Devon, Somerset and Dorset to Wiltshire in the East. The enlarged map will take up the whole screen so you will need to use your "Back" button to return to this page.

The "Westcountry" is a beautiful part of England steeped in ancient history, mythology, legends and folklore. The varying landscape evokes many different sensations and even the smallest diversion from the main roads is likely to be rewarded with a discovery of some sort.

This ancient landscape has been occupied for thousands of years and has been the site of numerous important events in our history. Living here is wonderful and on the following pages for Wiltshire, Dorset, Devon and Cornwall we have tried to give you a flavour of what there is to offer. We hope you enjoy it.

Last edited on the 11 May 2008 20:03:21