Wookey Hole Caves and Papermill - Caves in the Mendip hills, home to the famous Witch and Victorian papermill where paper is still made by hand. Virtual tour and information.
Burcott Mill - Historic working water mill at Wookey offering guest house and self catering apartment. Provides details of tours, room prices and flour sales. [Requires Flash]
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