Bath & Bristol Attractions
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In the Harbourside visit Brunel's steam ship the "SS Great Britain" and "The Matthew", an exact replica of Cabot's ship and take a boat trip as far as the Clifton Suspension Bridge. Then walk over Brunel's famous Clifton Suspension Bridge for spectacular views over the Avon Gorge and climb the Observatory tower. Take a walk around Clifton Village, full of small unique shops or the Downs and visit the renowned Bristol Zoo.
If museums appeal to you visit the British Empire and Commonwealth Museum, the City Museum and Art Gallery or the modern @Bristol science museum. Art lovers will be in their element in the many galleries including the Arnoflini which is a contemporary gallery. If you like live entertainment then visit the Bristol Old Vic Theatre, Bristol Hippodrome or take in a concert at St Georges' Brandon Hill, a converted chapel.
There are many different cafes, restaurants, bars and old pubs such as the Lllandoger Trow to take care of hunger pangs and shopaholics will never be at a loose end with the Galleries in Broadmead and The Mall at Cribbs' Causeway. There are stalls galore at St Nicholas' Market and the weekly Farmers' Market in Corn Street.
History lovers will be astounded by St Mary's Redcliffe, Bristol Cathedral , The Red House, the Georgian House and John Wesley's Chapel, the oldest Methodist building in the world. There are plenty of open spaces in Bristol such as the Ashton Court Estate, Blaise Castle Estate, the Downs and Kingsweston House.
Why not visit one of the many festivals such as the Balloon Festival, the Harbour Festival, or the Flower Show.
The Chew Valley area is renowned for its trout fishing and sailing on Chew Valley and Blagdon lakes. There is also bird watching, a lakeside coffee shop and visitors' centre to enjoy. The local countryside offers walks and miles of cycle paths through gently undulating land and quaint villages. One such village is ancient Stanton Drew, with its Druid Stones and toll house, close to Chew Magna with its pretty cottages, Georgian houses and Norman Church, raised pavements and numerous pubs for stopping for some excellent food and local ale.
Above the lakes climb up to the Mendip Hills; the other side of which lies the smallest City in England - Wells, with its stunning cathedral and swans that ring bells! Nearby is Cheddar, with its limestone gorge, famous caves and Jacobs' ladder (for those who are feeling fit for a long climb). Other caves are at Wookey Hole where you can hear the Witch's cackling laugh!! You can visit Burrington Coombe where "Rock of Ages" was written.
The North Somerset Coast is a short distance away with plenty to do in Portishead, Clevedon and Weston Super Mare. Minehead, the Brendon Hills and Exmoor are only about 11/2 hours drive from Bristol.
Tyntesfield House, Dyrham Park, Prior Park Gardens and Longleat House are all within easy reach from any of the Farm Stay properties in this area.
Bristol Airport is only a short drive from Bristol and Bath for those travelling from further afield.
The smaller towns of Bath and North East Somerset include Keynsham, Midsomer Norton and Radstock with its mining museum, all surrounded by wonderful countryside and pretty villages.
This area really offers a wealth of different experiences for all seasons.
For more information visit www.visitbath.co.uk
