Places to stay in Athelney, Somerset

Athelney is a village located between the villages of Burrowbridge and East Lyng in the Sedgemoor district of Somerset. The name is believed to be derived from the Old English æþeling meaning "prince" + -ey meaning "isle". The village is best known for once being the fortress hiding place of King Alfred the Great, from where he went on to defeat the Great Heathen Army at the Battle of Edington in May 878. Local restaurants include The Rose And Crown, Thatchers Arms, Square & Compass Inn, and The Old Pound Inn.

The center of Athelney ( which is at is longitude -2°56'13.646 and latitude 51°3'12.462 ) is located 1 mile away from Stoke St Gregory, 2 miles away from Stathe, 5 miles away from North Petherton and 5 miles away from Langport.

Available Athelney lodging

We currently have 6 accommodations in and around Athelney.

Athelney Hotels, B&Bs and Guest Houses

Bed & Breakfasts

Meare Green Farm

Approx 2 miles away in Stoke St Gregory:

The old Blue Lias stone farmhouse sits on a shallow ridge with the pasture ground running down onto the Levels. These are a walkers delight and a wildlife haven of fields surrounded by drainage ditches, or "rhynes" as they are known.

Meare Green

Stoke St Gregory, Somerset

Hotels

The Walnut Tree Hotel

Approx 5 miles away in North Petherton:

The Walnut Tree Hotel is located between Taunton and Bridgwater, set within the village of North Petherton. An ideal base for business meetings and for those who wish to explore the beauty of Somerset; expect outstanding food, excellent service and a warm, welcoming atmosphere..

87 Fore Street

North Petherton, Somerset

Bed & Breakfasts

Cherry Orchard Cottage

Approx 4 miles away in Curry Rivel:

Cherry Orchard Cottage is a beautiful 300 year old cottage that has been sympathetically modernised and extended to offer our guests modern comforts in a traditional setting..

Townsend

Curry Rivel, Somerset

Athelney Camping, Caravans, Self Catering

Self Catering Properties

Walkers Farm Cottages

Approx 2 miles away in Stathe:

Our four cottages are converted from stabling and old Somerset brick barns to provide superb quality holiday lets. They are light and airy and come fully equipped to make your life comfortable.

Walkers Farm

Stathe, Somerset

Campsites

Bowdens Crest Caravan And Camping Park

Approx 5 miles away in Langport:

A family run caravan and camping site set in the heart of the Somerset Countryside with Beautiful Walks and Stunning Views. Set on 14.5 acres of mature landscaped grounds and quietly nestled behind an impressive Blue Lias stone gated entrance.

Bowdens

Langport, Somerset

Self Catering Properties

Buzzards View

Approx 5 miles away in Curry Mallet:

Crimson Hill Farm

Curry Mallet, Somerset

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