English Heritage sites near Burrowbridge Parish

Muchelney Abbey

MUCHELNEY ABBEY

4 miles from Burrowbridge Parish

Once a wealthy Benedictine house, Muchelney’s main buildings were demolished by Henry VIII in 1538. See the richly decorated cloister walk and thatched monks’ lavatory – the only one in Britain.

Meare Fish House

MEARE FISH HOUSE

10 miles from Burrowbridge Parish

The only surviving monastic fishery building in England, this housed the Abbot of Glastonbury's water bailiff and provided facilities for fish-salting and drying.

Glastonbury Tribunal

GLASTONBURY TRIBUNAL

10 miles from Burrowbridge Parish

Fine, late 15th century stone townhouse, early Tudor façade and panelled interiors. Home to Glastonbury Lake Village Museum: discover life 2000 years ago when much of Somerset consisted of marshy sea.

Sherborne Old Castle

SHERBORNE OLD CASTLE

18 miles from Burrowbridge Parish

Built on a grand scale in the 12th century by the Bishop of Salisbury, Sherborne was coveted by churchmen and noblemen alike giving it a long, chequered history. Picnic, shop, light refreshments.

Daws Castle

DAWS CASTLE

22 miles from Burrowbridge Parish

Daws Castle is a clifftop fortress, which was founded by King Alfred to defend the people of Watchet against Viking attacks.

Cleeve Abbey

CLEEVE ABBEY

22 miles from Burrowbridge Parish

With possibly the finest cloister buildings in England, visitors can get a glimpse of monastic life 800 years ago. 15th century refectory with glorious angel roof and 13th century heraldic tiles.


Churches in Burrowbridge Parish

St Michael

Pubs in Burrowbridge Parish

King Alfred Inn

Burrow Drove., Burrowbridge, TA7 0RB
(01823) 698379
king-alfred.co.uk

A very welcoming, friendly atmosphere free house on the Somerset Levels between Taunton and Glastonbury. Positioned under Burrow Mump where allegedly King Alfred famously burnt the cakes. Perfect stopping off point for walkers on the River...