Visiting, Eating, Drinking
Chepstow Castle
Well-preserved castle ruins, which are set on a cliff high above the River Wye, with spectacular views of the surrounding area.
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Tintern Abbey
The Cistercian abbey of Tintern is one of the greatest monastic ruins of Wales. It was only the second Cistercian foundation in Britain, and the first in Wales.
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Offa’s Dyke
Offa’s Dyke is a large linear earthwork that roughly follows the border between England and Wales. The structure is named after Offa, the Anglo-Saxon king of Mercia from AD 757 until 796, who is believed to have ordered its construction.
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Bristol
Bristol is an excellent base for exploring the West Country, with a huge choice of bars, restaurants and shops. It’s one of the most culturally vibrant cities in the South of England, hosting a wide variety of visual arts, theatre.
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Bath
Just twelve miles from Bristol, Bath is compact and leisurely. The city’s elegant crescents and Georgian buildings are studded with plaques naming Bath’s eminent inhabitants. The Roman baths are a must!
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Thornbury
Mentioned in the Domesday Book, Thornbury is a small market town in South Gloucester boasts a fully renovated Tudor castle.
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The Wave
A 200m surfing lake in Easter Compton, 10 minutes from The Old Ferry View. The Wave delivers an unrivalled inland surf experience suitable for all.
The Wave is a fun day out where you can book surfing sessions and lessons.
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Bristol Zoo Project
Formally the ‘Wild Place Project’ describes it as ‘a fun family attraction’ and an ‘outdoor adventure’. While this is true, existing beyond the commercial strapline is a fascinating and interesting zoological visit!
With the closure of Bristol Zoo in September 2022, the ‘Wild Place Project’ changed its name and now, as part of a planned expansion, will become an increasingly varied and important wildlife park / conservation zoo.
Bear Wood, is well worth a visit on its own, were you can Journey through an eight-acre forest teeming with brown bears, wolves, lynxes, and wolverines – predators once native to British soil. Wind through a captivating treetop walkway, a “time machine” transporting you to their forgotten era.
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Panevino Italian Restaurant
Lovely restaurant featuring made-to-order Italian meals, plus a terrace overlooking the river.
