Coastal Somerset
- With its stunning coastline, idyllic countryside and proximity to Bristol, Coastal Somerset is home to a diverse range of attractions and activities.
- From fish and chips on the beach to rustic country pubs, there’s plenty of restaurants, cafés and pubs to choose from across Coastal Somerset.
- Coastal Somerset has excellent rail, bus, road and air links. Find out more here.
There's much more to this coastal town than just the seafront and tourists! Karen Blake shares her favourites.
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Overlooking the Severn Estuary, just a short drive from Bristol, lies the charming coastal town of Portishead. With its rich maritime history, stunning waterfront views, and a burgeoning food scene, Portishead is the perfect destination for a day trip or a stop off along the M5 motorway.
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The Helicopter Museum
Weston-super-Mare
The Helicopter Museum in Weston-super-Mare is the largest dedicated Rotorcraft Collection in the world, with over 80 helicopters on display!
Ramada Bristol West
M4/M5 Corridor
TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice award winner in 2022. Family and pet friendly hotel, conveniently located on the M5. Free Wi-Fi and parking included with each stay.
Sand Bay Beach, Sand Point and Middle Hope
Weston-super-Mare
Sand Bay is a long, expanse of sand and shingle, to the north of a Weston-super-Mare in North Somerset. The beach is backed by grass covered sand dunes.
The Grand Pier at Weston-super-Mare
Weston-super-Mare
The Grand Pier is open every day, except Christmas Day, so come hail, rain or shine, you’ll always get a warm welcome. Whatever the weather is doing outside, it’s still fun, fun, fun on the inside.
Pier to Pier Cycle Route
North Somerset
The Weston-super-Mare to Clevedon Pier to Pier Way is a new 13-mile route designed to appeal to commuters, leisure users and tourists alike opening in Spring 2024.
Weston-super-Mare Beach
Weston-super-Mare
Weston-super-Mare has a long, sandy beach that has a high tidal range.
Water Adventure Play Park
Weston-super-Mare
Enjoy a splash-tastic tript to the seaside at Weston-super-Mare thanks to the Water Adventure Play Park.
Grove Park & Jill's Garden
Weston-super-Mare
Grove Park is a beautiful park incorporating Jill's Garden, in memory of local TV presenter, Jill Dando.
The northern area is on higher ground and has a children's play area which has many paths and steps leading to it.
To the north-west…
Sand Point & Middle Hope
Weston-super-Mare
Sand Point is a limestone peninsula sticking out into the Bristol Channel. Situated at one end of Sand Bay.
Aqua, Portishead
Portishead
Aqua for every occasion, they are open all day for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Creating memorable service with outstanding food and impeccable service. Pop in anytime.3
Tiffany’s Restaurant
Weston-super-Mare
Tiffany's Restaurant on the Grand Pier is the perfect place to relax with lunch or afternoon tea and take in the spectacular panoramic views of the surrounding coastline.
Marine Lake & The Causeway
Weston-super-Mare
Marine Lake, there is always sea water even when the tide is out.
Weston Big Wood Nature Reserve
Weston Big Wood is a woodland which is very rich in wildlife, but what can also be found here is evidence of man’s historical activities.
Hellenge Hill Nature Reserve
Weston-super-Mare
Hellenge Hill lies on the south-facing scarp of the Mendips and has spectacular views across the Somerset Levels and the Bristol Channel.
Uphill Nature Reserve
Weston-super-Mare
Uphill Hill Local Nature Reserve is a designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), Uphill Hill is part of the Mendip Limestone Grasslands Special Area of Conservation, (SAC) supporting a diverse flora and valuable insect habitat.
Town Square and Italian Gardens
Weston-super-Mare
The Town Square and Italian Gardens in Weston-super-Mare town centre is a lovely place to sit and watch the world go by.
With lawns to picnic on and fountains to cool off in, there's lots of safe space as well as benches for you to sit and meet…
Clapton Moor Nature Reserve
Clapton Moor is an important area for its breeding waders and wintering wildfowl and the rhynes are home to many other species.
Clarence Park
Weston-super-Mare
Park close to Weston seafront with play area, bowling club and Oliver's Café.
Prior's Wood Nature Reserve
Once part of the Tyntesfield Estate, ancient trees, streams and plantations can all be found in this wildlife-rich woodland.
Walton Common Nature Reserve
Walton Common is a scrub and woodland renowned for wildflowers and butterflies. There are some stunning views of the Gordano Valley that can be seen from here.