Admiral Hood Folly, Between Somerton and StreetBuilt in the 19th century this folly commemorates the spectacular career of a local boy who left home when he was fourteen to join the Navy and went on to become an Admiral. It was originally linked to the Hood family home at Butleigh by a mile long avenue of cedar trees. The climb up the hill is rewarded with a beautiful view of Glastonbury Tor.
Information taken from South Somerset Follies leaflet, available from South Somerset District Council and Tourist Information Centres in South Somerset. Additional InformationOther Facilities | Good views of Glastonbury Tor from monument.
Uneven paths and surfaces to folly. |
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Between Somerton and Street
Somerset
How to Find UsTravelling on the B3151 from Somerton to Street, turn right at cross roads 1.6km (one mile) past Compton Dundon village. Park in lay-by on the right just before a right turn. Please be aware of fast traffic on this road. A footpath leads up through woodland to the monument at the top of the hill.
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