Somerset Space Walk - Pluto

Somerset's Space Walk ends at Pluto, which might sound like a cosmic disappointment given the planet's demotion in 2006, but the installation itself is genuinely clever. You're essentially following an outdoor trail scaled to represent our solar system, with each stop marking a different celestial body. By the time you reach Pluto, you've walked far enough to grasp just how vast the gaps between planets actually are - and that's the whole point.

It works best for families with kids old enough to walk a decent distance and actually care about astronomy. Little ones will lose interest quickly. Adults who enjoy a bit of gentle education mixed with fresh air tend to get the most from it. The trail itself is the thing; Pluto is just where you finish.

Timing-wise, allow two to three hours depending on your pace and how long you dawdle at each marker. It's free, which helps justify the trek. Go midweek if you can - weekends pull in school groups, and the trail gets crowded. The Hideout, just five miles from Bridgwater, makes a solid base if you're camping and want to combine this with other Somerset attractions. Mill Farm is closer but the reviews are mixed, so check current feedback.

Honestly? The Space Walk is more about the walk than the destination. Pluto's anticlimatic, but that's rather the point. Worth doing if you're staying locally and have half a day to spare.