Situated in
the ancient harbour town of Watchet, West Somerset, the Lynda
Cotton Gallery was established over twenty five years ago.
Watchet is
said to be the port from which the Ancient Mariner set sail on
his fateful voyage in Samuel Taylor Coleridge's epic poem, the
Rime of the Ancient Mariner. It has a long and fascinating
maritime history, dating back to the Viking invasions and
beyond. The town sports two admirable museums, one devoted to Watchet's long history, and the other to the 'flatner' - a type
of boat, unique to this part of the world.
Watchet's
beaches are legendary for their rich harvests of fossils. The
port has been visited by the author and revolutionary Daniel de
Foe, and inspired artist Turner, who produced an engraving of
the town.
It is
possible to visit Watchet by steam train, as it is part of the
longest privately owned railway in England. By road, Watchet is
about 18 miles from both Taunton, via the A358, and Bridgwater,
on the A39.
The gallery
specialises in original works of art, both contemporary and
period.
We also offer
full restoration and research services.
