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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › TauntonTaunton - Wikipedia

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   Taunton (/ ˈtɔːntən /) is the county town of Somerset, England. It is a market town and has a minster church. Its population in 2011 was 64,621. [2] . Its thousand-year history includes a 10th-century monastic foundation, owned by the Bishops of Winchester, which was rebuilt as Taunton Castle by the Normans in the 12th century.

2. www.thecrazytourist.com › 15-best-things-to-do-in-taunton15 Best Things to Do in Taunton (Somerset, England)

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   • Museum of Somerset. The county museum is in the great hall and inner ward of Taunton Castle, which goes back to the start of the 12th century, even if it has been heavily altered since then.
   • Vivary Park. On the southern cusp of the town centre, Vivary Park is Taunton’s prime park, mixing ornamental gardens with family recreation. This 7.5-hectare space is threaded by the Sherford Stream and takes its name from the vivarium (Medieval fish farm) for Taunton Priory that used to occupy this spot.
   • St Mary Magdalene. A classic “wool church”, St Mary Magdalene was completed at the beginning of the 16th century with wealth generated by the local wool trade.
   • Somerset Military Museum. In the Great Hall at Taunton Castle, the Somerset Military Museum is an arm of the Museum of Somerset. This attraction maps the history of the County Regiments of Somerset from 1685 onwards.

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4. www.tripadvisor.co.uk › Attractions-g190730THE 10 BEST Things to Do in Taunton (2024) - Tripadvisor

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   Things to Do in Taunton, England: See Tripadvisor's 65,412 traveller reviews and photos of Taunton tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in September. We have reviews of the best places to see in Taunton. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.

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5. www.visitsomerset.co.uk › tauntonVisit Taunton | Your Guide to Accommodation ... - Visit Somerset

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   Taunton is a bustling, forward-looking town with excellent amenities, a good selection of independent and high street shops, distinctive restaurants, cafes and attractions, and a wealth of history, all whilst being surrounded by picturesque countryside.

6. www.britainexpress.com › counties › somersetTaunton, Somerset | History, Beautiful Photos, & Visiting...

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   Britain Express photographer David Ross explores the historic Somerset town of Taunton, with a town history, beautiful photos, what to see, and accommodation guide.

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7. www.visitsomerset.co.uk › west-somerset › taunton-(2)Things to do in Taunton | Activities in Taunton - Visit Somerset

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   Taunton’s ideal location and identity as county town of Somerset makes it perfect for exploring the wider area of Taunton Deane - everywhere from the cattle-grazed meadows of the Somerset Levels to the windswept heights of the Quantock Hills and striking Blackdowns.

8. www.visitsomerset.co.uk › taunton › things-to-doThings to do in Taunton | Attractions, Things to Do, Activities...

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   Culture, recreation, heritage, gastronomy, leisure, historic sites – all bases are covered when visiting Taunton. Whether you have a specific pursuit in mind, such as fishing, eating & drinking, shopping or cycling, or you just submit to serendipity, there is something for everyone.