West Quantoxhead is a tiny village in the West Somerset district of Somerset, England. Nestled at the foot of the Quantock Hills, it is sometimes also referred to as “St Audries. West Quantoxhead abounds with an immense lush greenery, and verdant mountains,
which lend it a tranquil, refreshing and picture perfect setting. Replete with loads of tourist attractions, it serves as an ideal vacation getaway in England. The village offers a fabulous variety of
West Quantoxhead vacation rentals and homes to suit every budget and taste. From modestly priced house rentals to luxurious cottages, you will have many choices for lodging.
One of the major landmarks of West Quantoxhead is the old medieval St Audries church. The present church building was built in 1854 to replace a much dilapidated medieval building. Considered to be a fine piece of architecture for the period, it was designed by John Norton, for Sir Peregrine Acland and his son-in-law, Sir Alexander Fuller-Acland-Hood, 1st Baron St Audries of the Acland Baronets. Left from the original building is the shaft of a cross, two bells dated 1440, a Norman font and a stone coffin. A worthwhile place around the village is the beautiful St Audries Bay where you can spend great time picnicking near a lovely waterfall, which plunges straight down on to the beach and can only be reached on foot at low tide. For those who are fond of golf need not be disappointed as there are couple of excellent golf courses, which are short distance away from
vacation rentals in West Quantoxhead UK. Go walking in to the lush green forest and if you are lucky enough you can even spot some exotic wildlife. And if you want to explore more then drive down to the towns of Clevedon, and
Lympsham , which are easily accessible from West Quantoxhead.
For a unique shopping experience, check out the lively shops and galleries where you can buy basic grocery items and lovely handmade artworks and crafts without burning a hole in your pocket. Serious shoppers can browse though the designers stores of the nearby towns. If you need a break from your tiring shopping sprees then drop in to any of the local restaurants and savor some authentic regional specialties along with refreshing drinks. Nightlife in the village is confined till
West Quantoxhead accommodation, which host some great live music and dance performances for its guests on special occasions.