There’s no end to the ways families can spend some quality time together in and around Taunton but with half term coming up we wanted to know where people have really enjoyed visiting.
Not only that but with the days getting longer, days out with the kids are looking a more attractive prospect all round.
Turning to Tripadvisor we’ve discovered which places, great for a day with the family, have received top marks from visitors.
Here are the top five family things to do near Weymouth according to Tripadvisor reviews.
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Top 5 attractions near Taunton
Vivary Park
Rating: 4.5/5
Brave the high ropes have a go at mini golf and enjoy food and drinks from the cafe.
Or for an inexpensive day out you could opt to walk or cycle in the attractive surroundings, throw a Frisbee or kick a ball around on the grass, or tackle the adventure play area.
Whether you're spending or saving, Vivary Park offers a fun family day out.
The Museum of Somerset
Rating: 4.5/5
Telling the story of the county's fascinating history, The Museum of Somerset is housed within Taunton's 12th century castle walls.
There are always activities to get children engaged in the exhibits and keeps it interesting visit after visit.
Coates English Willow Visitor Centre
Rating: 4.5/5
There's plenty at the Coates English Willow Visitor Centre to make a whole day of it - browse the rare collection of baskets dating from the 1850s, watch The Heart of the English Willow Industry film, take one of two walks around the willow beds and finish up in the shop and cafe.
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The Cooper Associates County Ground
Rating: 4.5/5
With preseason games tantalisingly close, you can finally start to get excited about the return of UK cricket and what better place to enjoy it than the home of Somerset County Cricket Club.
If you have never taken the family to the cricket, this is an experience not to miss.
Stoke Wood Alpacas
Rating: 5/5
Choose between a thirty minute Meet the Alpacas experience or go for the full Alpaca Walking option where you get to take an alpaca for a walk - what better way to spend the day!
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