Our
Town - Yeovil, Somerset, England.
An
unofficial potted tour...
Situated some 135 miles south west of London, the historic market
town of Yeovil is mentioned in the Domesday book. The population
of 40,000 have excellent sports and relaxation facilities with
local golf, swimming, fishing, museums, theatre, cinema and
parks etc. Glove making was an important and early industry
in Yeovil. The town's artisans had unique skills in processing
skins, especially sheep skins into fine leather. Sail making,
rope & twine and linen all helped to contribute to the
wealth of this Saxon town. Agriculture is a very important
activity.
Yeovil has not been left behind in history - It entered the new
millennium with expanding hi-tech electronics and rotary wing
aircraft design and manufacturing and Internet related businesses.
Yeovil is the home town of AgustaWestland Helicopters.
We are only 25 miles from the coast at Lyme Regis (where
'The French Lieutenants's Woman' was filmed.) The area is famous
for fossils.
Yeovil is twinned with Herblay, France and Taunusstein, Germany.
In 2001, we twinned with Samarate in Italy. There are very active
Twinning Associations in all three towns, and regular cultural
and recreational exchanges take place.
For more information on
the Twinning Association, email or
telephone the YTA secretary or contact any one of the YTA committee. See the contact page.
Nine Springs Country
Park - On the south east edge of town, there
are 40 acres of woodland, grottoes, springs and lakes to
explore.
Ham Hill Country Park - An iron
age fortress is where 'Ham Stone', a warm golden
sandstone is quarried. There are many pleasant
walks around the park with magnificent views
over Somerset County. Recently, a valuable Roman
brooch was found there by a young boy.
Goldenstones Swimming pool -
A modern 25 metre pool with all the facilities
one would expect - hi-tech fitness room,
sauna, jacuzzi etc.
Cricket St Thomas Wildlife Park -
'To The Manor Born' TV series was filmed
here. A great day out for adults and children
alike.
The Sea and Lyme Regis -
Lyme Regis, a most picturesque seaside
town, is not very far away. Magnificent
views and coastal walks, swimming, fishing
and boating. The beach is a treasure chest
of fossils. Just pick them up! |
Fleet Air Arm Museum,
Yeovilton - only 6 miles north east of Yeovil,
the museum is a wonderful tribute to naval aviation from
its inception to modern times. There are sections devoted
to the Falklands conflict and the Gulf war. RNAS Yeovilton
is also the HQ of the Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm and is
a busy military base and airfield.
Museum of South Somerset - housed
in a an old Coach House of Hendford Manor, there
are exhibit areas devoted to Roman finds, firearms,
glassware etc and to leather, gloving, flax & hemp
production.
Montacute House - One
of the finest Elizabethan houses in England.
Now owned by the National Trust, it was
built by the Phelips Family in 1590. The
house and grounds are open to the public.
The National Trust shop sells many interesting
artifacts and souvenirs of quality and
good taste.
Haynes Motor Museum -
36,000 sq feet of veteran, vintage and
classic cars. One of the largest motor
museums in the country. |
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OUR
TOWN - YEOVIL 
