Dillington House is a historic 16th-century manor that is run as a hotel, wedding and course venue. The beautiful house is set amongst historic parkland and gardens and a delightful place to visit.

During the Second World War, the house was part of 'Fortress Ilminster' as part of the Taunton Stop Line, a plan to protect against Nazi invasion. Tanks and gun emplacements stood along a long drive, which is now a public footpath.

Bethan Owens

October 9, 2023

Cycling

Dillington House was built originally in the 16th century, but re-built in the 19th century.

Recently, Dillington House was used by Somerset Council as an event venue and a place to run adult education courses. However the council has stopped this as of September 2023.

Andy Parsons

September 4, 2020

Road cycling

Private road through the Dillington House estate that is on NCR 33. Just watch out for the cattle grids...

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1. Wellington Monument & Barrington Court loop from Taunton

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2. Montacute and Dillington loop from Yeovil

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3. Wooded Climb – Picturesque Main Road Climb loop from Montacute

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1. Wellington Monument & Barrington Court loop from Taunton

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