Ilchester
United Kingdom · EnglandGB
Village and civil parish in Somerset, England
Ilchester is a village and civil parish, situated on the River Yeo or Ivel, five miles north of Yeovil, in the English county of Somerset. Originally a Roman town, and later a market town, Ilchester has a rich medieval history and was a notable settlement in the county; around the 12th and 13th centuries it was effectively the county town. It had, however, declined in size and importance by the beginning of the 18th century, and the last markets were held in 1833. In 1889 the historic corporation that had governed the town was dissolved.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 2,153
- Coordinates
- 51.006, -2.680
- Timezone
- Europe/London
Overview of Ilchester
Travellers heading to England, United Kingdom will find Ilchester, a village. It counts about 2,153 residents. Which tells you how much ground there is to cover. What stands out most: culture. Season planning starts with its northern-hemisphere location.
Things to do in Ilchester
Culture in Ilchester
(1)Looking for culture? Ilchester has Fountains. Easy to slot into a wider itinerary. The list follows Ilchester's own activity tags.
Getting there & around
Small places like Ilchester are best explored by car or on two wheels after reaching England. Time zone: Europe/London.
Similar destinations
Places near Ilchester that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ilchester known for?
- Ilchester, in England, United Kingdom, is best known for culture. Those categories cover most of what visitors record here, in a place of roughly 2,153 residents.
- What can you do in Ilchester?
- Recorded activities in Ilchester include Fountains. Combine two or three of them and you have a full day without leaving the area.
- Where is Ilchester located?
- Ilchester is located in England, United Kingdom. Use the country and region pages to see what else lies nearby and to plan a route between stops.
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