Human settlement in England
Flax Bourton
Flax Bourton is a village and civil parish in Somerset, England.
The parish, with a population of 715, is within the unitary authority of North Somerset, on the edge of Nailsea Moor on the A370 road 5 miles (8.0 km) south west of Bristol city centre.
How locals move
Getting around Flax Bourton the local way
- Get aroundA mountain bike is highly recommended over a city bike, even if you don't plan to go off-road.
- Get aroundBristol Ferry Boat runs several ferry services around the harbour, stopping at various quays on route, and providing a commuter service between the city centre and the main rail station.
- Get aroundNumber Seven Boat Trips also offer a ferry service during the summer months.
- Go nextMap of places with Wikivoyage articles nearby Bath, with its famous Regency terraces, Roman remains and spa facilities, is drive or 15 minutes train journey away, and makes an excellent day trip from Bristol.
- Go nextTwo popular rural tourist destinations that are both an hour from Bristol: The Cotswolds The Mendips Further afield the following are possible day trips and worthy destinations: Exmoor Somerset, Dorset, Devon Forest of Dean Brecon Beacons
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