Countryside

Bath and Bristol are two cities separated and surrounded by lush English countryside. They offer their own unique experiences and complement each other perfectly.

For the best of both worlds, visitors have a variety of options to stay outside the city in the surrounding countryside. The Avon and Chew Valleys both have enviable views and walking/hiking and cycling routes whereas the Cotswolds offer the quintessentially English scene of historic honey-coloured houses surrounded by lush green countryside and quaint tea rooms. The North Somerset coastline offers great scenery and views across the Bristol Channel and Severn Estuary towards South Wales. Take time to enjoy the bustling cities and rest up in your own bit of a country pile.

There are many rural attractions from animal parks to historic castles and outdoor pursuits, many of which are listed below.

Explore the region with various day trip options:

South to the Mendips and Somerset towns of Glastonbury, Cheddar and Wells
South-east into Wiltshire and Stonehenge
North into the Cotswolds
West into South Wales

See our geographic guides pages for further inspiration.

The team at Visit West are happy to offer advice and can refer your enquiry across a range of businesses within the region. All you need to do is contact us with your requirements and we can respond with our local knowledge, suggest the best options for your clients and provide introductions for you to follow up directly with the right person at the businesses. As we know all the businesses individually, we can also ensure that any special requirements are taken into consideration, give advice on itinerary planning and help with logistical enquiries.

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Somerset Rural Life Museum

Address

Chilkwell Street, Glastonbury, Somerset, BA6 8DB

Telephone
+44 (0)1458 831197

SRLM@swheritage.org.uk

Glastonbury

Visitors to Somerset Rural Life Museum can explore Somerset’s rural and social history from the 1800s onwards, discovering more about the county’s landscape, farming, working life and rural crafts.
Wells Cathedral

Address

Cathedral Green, Wells, BA5 2UE

Telephone
+44 (0)1749 674483

reception@wellscathedral.uk.net

Wells

Gothic cathedral in the heart of medieval Wells. Magnificent 13th century West Front; impressive scissor arches; 14th century Vicars' Close. Free daily tours (not Sundays). Family trails, holiday workshops. Entry donations welcomed.
Berwick Lodge

Address

Berwick Drive, Henbury, Bristol, BS10 7TD

Telephone
+44 (0)117 958 1590

info@berwicklodge.co.uk

Bristol

Escape the hectic pace of everyday life and indulge in some well-deserved relaxation. Deep in the heart of the South West, nestled within exquisite surroundings, is Berwick Lodge – a hidden secret just waiting to be discovered.
Horse Riding at Lucknam Park

Address

Lucknam Park, Colerne, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN14 8AZ

Telephone
+44 (0)1225 742777

reservations@lucknampark.co.uk

Chippenham

Lucknam's Equestrian Centre offers horse riding for all ages and abilities.
Bristol Airport

Address

Lulsgate Bottom, Bristol, BS48 3DY

Telephone
+44 (0)871 334 4444

enquiries@bristolairport.com

Bristol Airport is located just a few miles south of Bristol city centre, offering direct flights to over 120 destinations across Europe.
Timbrells Yard

Address

49 St. Margaret's Street, Bradford on Avon, Wiltshire, BA15 1DE

Telephone
+44 (0)1225 869492

info@timbrellsyard.com

Bradford on Avon

A stylish and friendly pub on the banks of the River Avon, open all day, every day, to eat, drink and stay.
The PIG-near Bath

Address

Hunstrete House, Hunstrete, Pensford, Bath, BS39 4NS

Telephone
+44 (0)1761 490 490

info@thepignearbath.com

Bath

THE PIG–near Bath is a buzzing restaurant with rooms – with the Kitchen Garden at its heart - nestled between Bath and Bristol on the edge of the village of Hunstrete.
Rock House

Address

15 Townsend Lane, Almondsbury, Bristol, South Gloucestershire, BS32 4EQ

Telephone
+44 (0)1454 615778

ilajanejones@gmail.com

Bristol

Rock House serviced accommodation is a self-contained apartment with easy access to M4, M5 and Bristol. Ideal for corporate lets and self catering. It comprises of a lounge with SKY TV, DVD and Wifi internet access, a kitchen area and double…
Wolfridge Alpaca Barn

Address

Forty Acre Lane, Alveston, Near Thornbury, South Gloucestershire, BS35 3QU

Telephone
+44 (0)7443 894859

info@wolfridgealpaca.co.uk

South Gloucestershire

The Wolfridge Alpaca Barn will host a café, shop and craft workshop space, as well as the opportunity for people to engage in alpaca experiences!
THE PIG-near Bath

Address

Hunstrete House, Hunstrete, Pensford, Bath, BS39 4NS

Telephone
+44 (0)1761 490 490

reservations@thepighotel.com

Pensford, Bath

THE PIG–near Bath is a buzzing restaurant with rooms – with the Kitchen Garden at its heart - nestled between Bath and Bristol on the edge of the village of Hunstrete.
Bowood House and Gardens

Address

Bowood House and Gardens, Calne, Wiltshire, SN11 0LZ

Telephone
+44 (0)1249 812102

houseandgardens@bowood.org

Calne

Bowood House & Gardens is the home to the Lansdowne family. Bowood offers a fantastic day out in Wiltshire for all the family. Famous for one of the UK’s most extensive Adventure Playgrounds, children are guaranteed the time of their lives.
WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre

Address

The Wildfowl & Wetland Trust, Slimbridge, Gloucestershire, GL2 7BT

Telephone
+44 (0)1453 891 900

enquiries@wwt.org.uk

Slimbridge,

At WWT Slimbridge Wetland Centre you can have a taste of the wild, without having to get your feet muddy - unless you want to!
Afternoon Tea at Thornbury Castle

Address

Castle Street, Thornbury, South Gloucestershire, BS35 1HH

Telephone
+44 (0)1454 281 182

info@thornburycastle.co.uk

Thornbury

Enjoy a delicious Afternoon Tea in splendid surroundings at Thornbury Castle.
Treatments at THE PIG-near Bath

Address

Hunstrete House, Pensford, Near Bath, BS39 4NS

Telephone
+44(0)1761 490490

info@thepignearbath.com

Pensford, Near Bath

Enjoy a massage or facial in THE PIG-near Bath's Potting Sheds.
The Shelburne Restaurant at Bowood Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort

Address

Bowood Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort, Derry Hill, Calne, Wiltshire, SN11 9PQ

Telephone
+44 (0) 1249 822228

resort@bowood.org

Calne

Enjoy a relaxed yet sophisticated dining experience.
Tiffany’s Restaurant

Address

The Grand Pier, Marine Parade, Weston-super-Mare, BS23 1AL

Telephone
+44 (0)1934 836 697

info@grandpier.co.uk

Weston-super-Mare

Tiffany's Restaurant on the Grand Pier is the perfect place to relax with lunch or afternoon tea and take in the spectacular panoramic views of the surrounding coastline.
Virgin Balloon Flights

Address

Ashton Court, Long Ashton, BRISTOL, Avon, BS41 9JN

Telephone
01952 212750

customerservice@virginballoonflights.co.uk

BRISTOL

See Bristol from a completely different perspective with a hot air balloon ride
Aqua, Portishead

Address

Martingale Way, Portishead, Bristol, BS20 7AW

Telephone
+44 (0)1275 842590

portishead@aqua-restaurant.com

Bristol

Aqua for every occasion, they are open all day for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Creating memorable service with outstanding food and impeccable service. Pop in anytime.3
The Kitchen Garden Restaurant at THE PIG-near Bath

Address

Hunstrete House, Pensford, Near Bath, BS39 4NS

Telephone
+44 (0)3452 259494

info@thepignearbath.com

Near Bath

Uncomplicated and simple British garden food.
RSPB Ham Wall Nature Reserve

Address

RSPB Ham Wall Nature Reserve, Ashcott Road, Meare, Nr Glastonbury, BA6 9SX

Telephone
+44 (0)1458 860 494

ham.wall@rspb.org.uk

Meare, Nr Glastonbury

Explore Ham Wall a special place teeming with wildlife. Enjoy stunning views across to Glastonbury Tor and follow secluded paths through the mystical landscape discovering spectacular sights and sounds.