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c12th. A Romano-British altar was discovered in the churchyard and is now inside the church The village lies on the Monarch's Way long-distance footpath that approximates the escape route taken by King Charles II in 1651 after being defeated in the Battle of Worcester.

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

If you have time, try to walk around the Hill Fort! Cadbury Castle is a Bronze and Iron Age hillfort associated with King Arthur's legendary court at Camelot. The site was reused by the Roman forces and again from c. 470 until some time after 580. In the c11th century, it temporarily housed a Saxon mint. Evidence of various buildings at the site has been unearthed, including a "Great Hall", round and rectangular house foundations, metalworking, and a possible sequence of small rectangular temples or shrines

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.

Beacon Hill is one of the highest viewpoints in Dorset. Its tree-covered summit reaches 84m, and there is a public footpath running roughly north to south over the top. Historically, it was one of a series of beacons used to warn of the advancing Spanish Armada. It is a beautiful spot to stop for a picnic or a rest, with amazing views.

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.

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

Great views from Stonehill lane near Sutton Montis. The road tops out at 103m above sea level between Cadbury Castle to the north and Parrock hill to the south. Great views up towards the old hill fort. Both hills can be climbed on foot for even better views but they aren't road bike friendly.

This pretty 12th-century church is nestled amid trees on the outskirts of Charlton Horethorne. Whilst the church underwent major restoration during the Victorian era, there are still original features to observe. Alongside the pulpit, you can see the remains of a 4th-century Roman incense altar, which was discovered in the churchyard. The church is Grade II-listed.

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.

Beautiful shallow valley leading to the village.

Serves coffee and cake, unusual opening times so check before travel