When you need a break from the bustling city life of Bristol there’s plenty more to discover, with Clevedon and Portishead both just a short drive away.

Small but perfectly formed, Clevedon is a seaside town in North Somerset, complete with Victorian pier and TV filming credits including Broadchurch. On a sunny day, the beach is filled with canoeists, dog-walkers and a general feeling that nothing needs to be done in a hurry.

Probably best known for trip-hopsters of the same name, Portishead has a long history as a fishing port. Though much of its industrial area has been redeveloped, it still has a more dystopian feel than its neighbours, Portishead Point Lighthouse (more commonly known as Battery Point Lighthouse) sitting at the edge of the coastline.

Photos © Morgan Elliott

Published 18th September 2023