Discover Festive Magic: Your Guide to Local Christmas Markets near to Wellington, Somerset. Get ready to immerse yourself in the enchanting atmosphere of Christmas at these local markets. Whether you're searching for unique gifts, delicious treats, or simply a heartwarming experience, these markets have something for everyone.

New Years Eve is a great time of year to stay at Woodlands Holiday Cottage as it allows guests to create an intimate and memorable NYE celebration for a small group. Instead of navigating crowded parties and noisy venues, you can host a cosy gathering at home. With a log fire, hot tub, and a few thoughtful touches, you can create a truly special experience.

October is a magical time to visit White Post Cottages in Somerset, with its vibrant autumn colours and crisp, invigorating air. If you're lucky enough to be visiting either Woodlands or Wagtails, here are three must-do activities to make your trip truly unforgettable:

Discover Horner Wood: A Refreshing River Walk and Cream Tea Delight Escape the hustle and bustle and immerse yourself in the enchanting beauty of Horner Wood. This hidden gem on Exmoor offers a tranquil escape, perfect for a leisurely stroll along the river and a delightful reward at the end.

Dog walking meadows are purpose built fenced areas for exercising or training dogs. We are lucky in Somerset to have so much green space and lots of dog walking meadows to choose from. Taking your dog to a walking meadow means you can exercise your dogs with peace of mind, knowing they can't get out and nobody else can get in! They are especially good for reactive and nervous dogs or bitches in seaon as booking your own slot means you are they only ones there allowing your dog to run free in a safe and secure environment. Dog walking meadows are also beneficial if you need some quiet uninterrupted training space with few distractions.

Dogs love the beach - lots of space to run around, lots of interesting smells and water to play in. All that fresh air is great for us too. Heres a round up of three of our local dog friendly beaches.

The South West and especially Somerset is a great place to take your dog and cafe culture here is great - bringing your four legged friend is a must! Here are three great dog friendly cafes near to White Post Cottages:

Wellington is a relatively small town but what it lacks in size it makes up in number of independent retailers. Wellington has recently become a 'Food Town' and hosts various events and initiatives to celebrate the best in local food and drink so its no surprise that there are many great foodie shops. But it's not just food that Wellington does well - here are a few of the other great independent shops worth a visit in Wellington, from gift shops to bookshops and fashion retailers - it is well worth a visit.