Holiday apartment in North Somerset: Coast, nature and history
Accommodation in North Somerset
North Somerset encompasses miles of picturesque coastline and part of the Mendip Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Around Middle Hope and Ladye Bay, beautiful coastal landscapes unfold, while paths, wetlands and historic sites reveal different facets of the region. Coast, nature, archaeology and regional culture therefore come together within a compact thematic area.
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Coast and water
Marine Lake is located on the seafront promenade in Weston-super-Mare. Free year-round outdoor swimming and non-motorised water sports are available there. Marine Lake opened in 1929 and is part of Weston-super-Mare’s seaside resort heritage. Another connection between the coastal towns is the Pier to Pier Way: the 13-mile cycle route connects Weston-super-Mare and Clevedon.
Clevedon is home to a distinctive historic pier. Clevedon Pier is the only pier in the country with Grade 1 listed status; the present-day Clevedon Pier opened in 1869. At Sand Point, a scenic three-mile circular route also follows the coast and offers opportunities for birdwatching. Sand Point and Middle Hope are also home to a former Augustinian priory built in 1230.
Paths through the landscape and nature
The Strawberry Line follows the disused Cheddar Valley Railway Line from Yatton railway station to Cheddar and forms part of National Cycle Network Route 26. As a ten-mile route, The Strawberry Line passes through wildlife-rich wetlands and rural villages between Yatton and Cheddar. It is mainly used for walking and cycling. Most of the Strawberry Line is designated as a Local Nature Reserve.
North Somerset’s historic and archaeological sites can also be explored on foot, by bicycle or on horseback. North Somerset is suitable for walking, cycling and horse riding. Alongside the coastal paths, this provides various ways to explore the region actively.
Nature watching in the wetlands
Portbury Wharf Nature Reserve is a 117-acre wetland inhabited by numerous species. Three observation hides enable visitors to watch wetland birds. The area is visited by nature enthusiasts, walkers, joggers, dog owners, horse riders and cyclists. The various activities mentioned therefore range from quiet birdwatching to exercise on foot, by bicycle or on horseback.
History and entertainment
Worlebury Camp extends across 10 hectares on Worlebury Hill. The Iron Age hillfort is a Scheduled Monument and a nationally significant archaeological site. Visiting Worlebury Camp is free of charge. The Grand Pier provides a much later, playful accent, offering more than 500 arcade games.
Local food and events
The North Somerset Food Directory lists local producers, growers, and food and drink retailers. It also includes a section on food markets, festivals and other food-related events in North Somerset. Alongside coastal landscapes, nature reserves and historic sites, the regional food scene is therefore another subject to discover in North Somerset.
More local pages
For further options, see the local pages for Wrington, Weston-Super-Mare, Portbury, Loxton, Clevedon, Yatton, Congresbury, Winford, Wraxall, Winscombe, Portishead, Churchill, Burrington, Blagdon, Easton-In-Gordano, Nailsea, Bleadon and Dundry.
For the overarching travel overview: South West England.
