Discover Somerset’s culinary treasures with a scenic tour featuring cheese, cider, and farm visits. A flavorful outdoor adventure that combines taste, culture, and landscape, perfect for food lovers and outdoor explorers alike.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
4–6 hours
Fitness Level
All fitness levels; some walking involved
Wildlife
History
The Somerset region has a long history of cheese-making dating back over 200 years, with Cheddar becoming a protected designation of origin in the 19th century.
Conservation
Local farms participate in sustainable practices, emphasizing organic cultivation and eco-friendly methods that maintain the region’s natural beauty.
GOOD: Stories in Food
Discover Somerset’s culinary treasures with a scenic tour featuring cheese, cider, and farm visits. A flavorful outdoor adventure that combines taste, culture, and landscape, perfect for food lovers and outdoor explorers alike.
GOOD: Stories in Food is a specialist food-tour operator focused on curated culinary experiences in the West Country, featured on The Adventure Collective. The company organises customizable day tours through the Somerset countryside that highlight local producers, seasonal ingredients and sustainable food practices. Each itinerary centers on authentic regional flavours and includes exclusive tastings and visits to working food locations. The flagship experience, Flavours of the West Country, pairs a Michelin-starred lunch with visits to organic gardens, local cider makers and Cheddar village, offering guests direct engagement with producers and a guided tasting of traditional Cheddar cheese.
Tours are designed for travellers seeking immersive food experiences rather than standard sightseeing. GOOD: Stories in Food coordinates logistics, arranges access to tastings and specialist hosts, and adapts each day to guest preferences while maintaining a focus on sustainability and regional authenticity. Hosts and partners include local growers, cheesemakers and restaurateurs featured in the trip itinerary. The emphasis on customizable itineraries helps ensure meaningful interactions and careful sourcing. Because activities are rooted in visits to verified local producers and established restaurants, guests experience traceable provenance and firsthand stories behind the food. The business highlights organic gardens and sustainable producers in Somerset and structures the Flavours of the West Country tour to showcase regional techniques such as traditional Cheddar production and cider making. For travellers seeking a responsible, flavour-led introduction to the West Country, GOOD: Stories in Food offers specialist, craft-focused culinary touring. Bookings and detailed itineraries are available through The Adventure Collective.
Tours Offered
1
Customizable West Country tour
Michelin Dining
Included
Includes a Michelin-starred lunch
Sustainable Focus
Sustainable
Highlights sustainable local producers
Local Flavours
Cheddar & Cider
Authentic tastings in Cheddar village
Check availability and secure a spot through The Adventure Collective for a customizable, sustainable Somerset food experience.
Pace your tasting sessions
Take your time and savor local cheeses and ciders without rushing to truly appreciate the flavors.
Plan for weather
Dress comfortably and prepare for variable outdoor conditions while exploring farms and villages.
Bring a camera
Capture the picturesque landscapes and historic sites along the scenic routes.
Hydrate frequently
Stay refreshed during outdoor activities and tastings to enjoy the full experience.
Comfortable walking shoes
Necessary for exploring farm pathways and village streets comfortably.
Sun protection
Sunscreen, hat, or sunglasses to shield from sun exposure.
spring|summer|fall
Camera or smartphone
Capture the scenic views and delicious moments during your tour.
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated during outdoor visits and tastings.