A Journey Through the Quantocks
Binoculars at the ready for the beautiful Bristol Channel
The Quantocks, Somerset, is a tranquil oasis of heaven. Explore the natural beauty of the rocky hills, or venture through the woodland which houses over 16 species of bats and butterflies. If you’re lucky, you might even spot a red deer. This area is full of history, with stunning views too. It’s perfect for walkers and the intrepid explorer desperate to immerse themselves in the beauty of Britain. With over half a million visitors venturing up the hills each year, the Quantocks is a popular destination for the whole family to experience.
Bristol to Bude
- 2 days
- 160 miles
- £4.00 avg. fuel cost
Top three road trip gems...
Location: College Rd, Bristol BS8 3HA
Although the zoo plays home to a wide variety of land, sea, and sky animals, we’re fairly confident you’ll be keen to say hello to Ayana, the ‘baby’ of the gorilla family whose recently celebrated his second birthday.
Location: Warren Rd, Minehead TA24 5BG
Hop on the historic locomotive line and navigate your way through the Quantock Hills.
Location: Summerleaze Beach, Bude, England
Home to more than 50,000 visitors every year, Bude Sea Pool was opened back in the 1930s. The pool offers a unique experience for swimmers, allowing them to go for a dip in the sea, but without the dangerous risks.
Bristol’s Art Scene
You might think that the visual experiences start once you head out of the city and into the Quantocks. In fact, Bristol is awash with manmade artistry that is certainly worth a glimpse. World famous street artist Banksy has a variety of his work on show here, while the colourful Cliftonwood Crescent is a riveting rainbow throughout.
Widemouth Bay
The highest of the cliffs on the Cornwall coast, Crackington Haven and High Cliff, provide spectacular views over the Celtic Sea. Beneath the dizzying heights of the cliffs, explore the various dormant mines which once drilled tin, copper, zinc, silver, lead, and wolfram.