Severn Beach
Severn Beach is a village on the Severn Estuary in South Gloucestershire, England.
The eastern portal of the Severn Tunnel is on the outskirts of the village. The Severn footpath – on the sea wall – is part of the Severn Way, a 224-mile footpath that leads from Gloucester, Slimbridge and the Second Severn Crossing. Extensive sea defences have been constructed and this provides a popular walkway along its length. Originally, the Severn Way finished at Severn Beach, but it has been extended to Bristol.
Getting to Severn Beach
It has a railway station, and can easily be accessed by road and bus.
- 01Severn Beach
Severn Beach Line from Bristol Temple Meads.
Worth seeing
- 01The Severn
It was built in 1966 and was a major part of the M4 motorway, now part of the M48 motorway.
- 02Second Severn Crossing
Where to eat
- 01Shirley's Cafe
Station Rd, BS35 4PL,.
Getting around Severn Beach 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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