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One of the 'Camelot Churches' of South Somerset and has been a Grade II* listed building since 1961.  Largely dates from c13th and c15th. Much restored in the 1850s and 1870s. c18th poet and satirist Charles Churchill was at one time curate at South Cadbury

Compton Pauncefoot, is an idyllic village and within its borders there are some very interesting places to explore. Compton Castle, was built for John Hubert Hunt about 1825, in a Gothic style with large grounds, gatehouse, and lawns stretching down to a lake. The village church was said to be built in the 15th century.

Cadbury Castle is a Bronze and Iron Age Hillfort and has the most spectacular views across the Dorset Countryside. It is an archaeological paradise, with evidence of settlements from the Neolithic period through to the Romans.

Parrock Hill has a summit of 179m, with beautiful views of Cadbury Castle and the Dorset countryside. An amazing place to stop for a short break and take in the amazing surroundings.

There are great views north towards Cadbury Castle and south along Corton Ridge if you leave the Monarch's Way and climb Parrock Hill. The top is a rounded grassy summit at 179m, not as high as the Beacon to the south east but higher than Cadbury Castle. A brilliant picnic or rest stop.

Turn right out of the car park and then left by the houses and straight up. We turned right after the second gate around the hill. Not a good route for buggies if you have kids, best to carry them

Cadbury Castle is an ancient hillfort that affords breathtaking panoramic views. The ramparts you see today were first raised by stone age men. In the Iron Age, they were fortified by the Durotriges tribe to defend against Roman invaders. The Durotriges were ultimately defeated in 70 AD and the Roman invaders torched the fort and the surrounding village. By 500 AD the fort was again standing tall to defend against Vikings. There is some speculation that the site was King Arthur’s legendary Camelot stronghold in the 6th century.

Much of St Michael’s Church dates to 1417, although the tower is a little older. The Grade I-listed church is located in a serene setting on the outskirts of North Cadbury. Affording a very peaceful atmosphere, the church is packed with history. Inside, you can observe elaborately-carved bench ends from the 1530s that are decorated with religious imagery and animals.