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About Severn Beach

From this pleasant spot it is possible to get the most marvellous views of the two impressive bridges spanning the River Severn. The beach, mainly mud and shingle, was much used in the early part of the 20th century when Robert Stride, a local entrepreneur, sought to expand what was just a tiny hamlet into a resort village. These days, it is the fact that the coastline is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest that draws the visitors, most of the early attractions have long since gone, along with the village shop and pub, with the land being used for the development of new housing. The coastline remains rich in wildlife, and apart from extensive views across the water to South Wales, visitors to the area can expect to see a fascinating range of creatures of the wild, including Peregrine Falcons and Seals.

Since the demise of the old village, the area has expanded into a "commuter" town, and the ease of its rail and road links have made it a desirable residential area.

The area is celebrated in the words and music of a song written by Adge Cutler of The Wurzels, called Aloha Severn Beach.

From Severn Beach there is easy access to Avonmouth, Bristol and Bath. The old bridge and the elegant new suspension bridge carry vehicles to Chepstow and to Newport.

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	Premier Inn Bristol Cribbs Causeway Bristol, Gloucestershire, England (3.3 miles, 5.3 km, direction SE) Just off the M5 (junction 17) and close to the M4/M5 interchange, this modern hotel offers free parking and spacious, modern en suite rooms with Freeview TV. Close to Cribbs Causeway Shopping Centre, ... More info and book online.. Price from £51.00
	Crossover House Almondsbury, Gloucestershire, England (3.8 miles, 6.1 km, direction E) This charming bed and breakfast is set in a quiet village, but is only 15 minutes’ drive from Bristol’s vibrant centre. Its bright rooms have free Wi-Fi and breakfast includes home-made bread and ... More info and book online.. Price from £54.00
	St Pierre, A Marriott Hotel & Country Club Chepstow, Monmouthshire, Wales (3.8 miles, 6.1 km, direction NW) With breathtaking views across 400 acres of picturesque parkland, this elegant 14th-century manor has 2 golf courses, a fitness club, a spa, superb meeting facilities and 2 on-site restaurants.... More info and book online.. Price from £98.00
	Bowl Inn Almondsbury, Gloucestershire, England (3.9 miles, 6.2 km, direction E) This historic inn offers great accommodation, excellent food, fine wines and real ales. The rooms and bathrooms at Bowl Inn have recently been refurbished, and all feature a Freeview TV.... More info and book online.. Price from £39.00
	Best Western Henbury Lodge Hotel Bristol, Somerset, England (3.9 miles, 6.3 km, direction S) This stylish country house hotel in Bristol offers spacious rooms, an award-winning restaurant, free Wi-Fi and large gardens. Henbury Lodge Hotel is 1 mile from the M5 (junction 17).... More info and book online.. Price from £79.00

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Nearby travel help

Severn Beach Station	(0.2 miles, 0.3 km)
M4 Junction 22	(0.4 miles, 0.7 km)
Pilning Station	(1.5 miles, 2.5 km, direction E)
M5 Junction 17	(3.2 miles, 5.2 km, direction SE)
Bristol International Airport	(12.6 miles, 20.2 km, direction S)
Cardiff International Airport	(31.8 miles, 51.2 km, direction W)
Severn Beach to London	(109.4 miles, 175.9 km, direction E)