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To the North of the village are the MENDIP HILLS, a modest range of limestone hills stretching about 50 miles, from the coast at Weston-super-Mare almost to Frome in the east. The folds in the hills have created many picturesque combes and valleys. Above ground, the landscape is tranquil and mellow, yet underground the Mendips are honeycombed with caverns carved out of the limestone rock by the erosive power of water over millions of years. (View from Westbury-sub-Mendip of the Somerset Levels ) In contract to the Mendips are the broad flat landscapes of the Somerset levels and Moors, mainly to the south and west of the Wells and Glastonbury. Artificially drained in the late Middle Ages, these wetlands are so unique that many parts are protected by speical consercation measures. Evidence of man's former settlements and industries abounds on the Mendips. This includes Neolithic earthworks, Bronze Age barrows, Iron Age hill forts, and lead mining remains dating from Roman times to the 19th century.	Locality Westbury-sub-Mendip is situated at the foot of the Mendip Hills, and is sandwiched between Cheddar Gorge and the City of Wells. Both are only 3 miles away. The Mendip area is steeped in history and legend associated with Roman and Iron Age remains, the ruins of medieval castles and Glastonbury Abbey - the cradle of Christianity in England and the legendary land of King Arthur - and the majestic Wells Cathedral, the crowing glory of England's smallest city. A walk up through the village of Westbury-sub-Mendip leads to Ebbor Gorge and miles of open countryside with panaramic views over to Glastonbury Tor and the Somerset Moors. The Old Apple Loft is an ideal base for exploring the Mendip footpaths, gorges and caves in the area. The Village Shop is literally across the road, and incorporates the Post Office. It opens every day from 8am in the morning. Along with a full range of groceries, it offers fresh local produce, frozen meals and icecreams, wine and beer, daily bakery delivery of fresh bread and cakes, fresh milk and newspapers 7 days a week. Local Services : Public transport is within 50 yards of the accommodation, which will take you as far as Weston-super-Mare or Wells (the latter having links to all the major towns and villages in the area, such as Bath, Glastonbury and Bristol). Bristol Airport is only 30 minutes drive away, for anyone flying in from further afield. Local Facilities : Wells and Cheddar both have leisure centres with a sports arena and swimming facilities. In addition, the Wells Leisure Centre offers a sauna and steam room. Outdoor Activities : Walking, Horse Riding, Fishing, Cycling, Caving, Golf Local Attractions (within 40 minutes drive): Cheddar Gorge, Wookey Hole Caves, Glastonbury Tor and Abbey, Somerset Levels, Burrington Combe, Wells City and Cathedral, Bath, Bristol, Mendip Way, Bleadon Hills, Ebbor Gorge, Clarks Shopping Village in Street, Royal Bath & West Showground (Shepton Mallet), Weston-super-Mare, Burnham and Brean sands - and not forgetting the numerous local cider farms and vineyards. Bristol offers a wide range of attractions including : Bristol Zoo, Suspension Bridge, @Bristol, Theatre, and the large shopping malls. Attractions Further Afield (within 2 hours drive): Stonehenge, Longleat House and Safari park, South Wales, West Somerset Railway, Taunton, Dunster Castle (Minehead), Fleet Air Army Museum. Eating Out : The Village Inn is 20 metres away and offers a full a la carte menu along-side bar meals. it also provides takeaway meals and outdoor seating. In addition, all surrounding villages have Country Inns with food menus. Cheddar and Wells have restaurant / take-away facilities which include Italian, Chinese and Indian, along with more traditional fish and chips.