Location: Bridgwater
Top Things to do in Bridgwater
The 10 Best Things to Do in Bridgwater, United Kingdom (UK)
Bridgwater is a large historic market town and civil parish in Somerset, England. Its population currently stands at around 35,886 as of 2011. Bridgwater is at the edge of the Somerset Levels, in level and well-wooded country. The town lies along both sides of the River Parrett, and has been a major in-land port and trading centre since the industrial revolution. Most of its industrial bases still stand today. Its larger neighbour Taunton, is linked to Bridgwater via a canal, the M5 motorway and the GWR railway line.
Restaurants in Bridgwater
1. Burrow Mump
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 160 reviews
Reviewed By vuepoint - Leyland, United Kingdom
Not the best day to climb this ancient mound with the ruins of the church on the summit but despite the wind and rain we struggled up the short but steep hillside to get the panoramic view of the surrounding countryside across the Somerset Levels.
Local pub serves good food and real ales on your return.
There is adequate car parking at the foot of the hill and a short history of Mump at the foot.
2. WWT Steart Marshes
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 61 reviews
Reviewed By Sue T - Brent Knoll, United Kingdom
We had a lovely time at the marshes with our puppy. The weather was beautiful and everything was perfect. The whole area is well laid out, good signposting and everywhere is flat so anyone can visit whether cyclists, bird watchers, walkers or disabled. There are toilet facilities but no where to buy any food but this doesn't put you off going. It's well looked after with lovely views.
3. Walled Gardens of Cannington
Overall Ratings
4 based on 147 reviews
Located in the village of Cannington, Somerset, the Walled Gardens lie within the grounds of a medieval priory and many of its fine buildings, including the walls of the garden, remain. Having undergone extensive redevelopment, the Gardens were officially opened by HRH the Earl of Wessex, Prince Edward in 2009 and have also been accredited as a ‘quality assured visitor attraction' by VisitEngland. The Gardens are also a Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) recommended garden. The Gardens have classic and contemporary features such as; the 'hot' herbaceous border; the blue garden; a sub-tropical walk; and a Victorian style fernery, amongst others. There is also a botanical glasshouse where arid, sub-tropical and tropical plants can be seen and two smaller Gardens within the walls (The Bishop's and Australasian Gardens) are areas of real tranquility.
Reviewed By Paul S - Glastonbury, United Kingdom
One of the best walled Gardens I have visited, imacuately kept with a great variety of plants, a bonus is the cactus house. The tea shop is very well priced and the staff were friendly and welcoming. The gift shop has a good selection at...MoreThank you so much for your review - we're so glad you like the Gardens so much you have an annual membership! See you again soon then!
4. The Bridgwater & Taunton Canal
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By izziejo - Somerset
Beautiful walk along all parts of the whole canal. Bird life and plants. Historical interest with pill boxes. Love the cafe at Maunsel lock . Food good and staff lovely
5. EDF Energy's Hinkley Point Visitor Centre
Overall Ratings
5 based on 19 reviews
Drop into our visitor centre or book a station tour to see for yourself how we generate electricity in a nuclear power station. Our visitor centre has an interactive exhibition where you can find out more about nuclear power generation. We also offer pre-booked tours of the power station and it's all free of charge
Reviewed By Carolyn S - Woolavington, United Kingdom
We very much enjoyed our tour this week, our second of the site to see progress since our previous visit over a year ago. It is truly amazing. Our guides were excellent with their knowledge of facts and figures which are mind-boggling, and the whole visit was fascinating.
We plan to return in another year or so for a further update!
6. Oatley Vineyard
Overall Ratings
5 based on 21 reviews
Small vineyard in idyllic setting specialising in international award-winning dry white wines. Tours, tasting, wine sales. Open by appointment, 11am to 6pm, plus regular Friday and Saturday opening Apr-Sep. You are welcome to bring a picnic and buy a bottle of chilled white wine. For groups of 8 or more there is a charge per person for a talk, full tasting and tour, see website. Tasting area is tented so take a warm jacket, and flat, sensible shoes for the vineyard. The grass is mowed but not to lawn standard.
Reviewed By JohnofBurgundy - France
Having tasted one of the wines at a nearby restaurant we went there on a wet December morning (pre-booking required) obviously way out of season for the vineyard visit. We were welcomed into the winemakers house and sat chatting over some really delicious wines.
Thoroughly recommended
7. Westonzoyland Pumping Station Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 22 reviews
Reviewed By RobininBRISTOL - Bristol, United Kingdom
Without the hard work and sheer dedication of volunteers this important industrial site in the middle of the Somerset levels would have likely fallen down and been lost. Westonzoyland is a small village on the Somerset Levels is the home of Somerset's earliest steam-powered pumping station built in 1830. It is a perpetual battle to keep the land dry which sometimes goes awry. On of the fascinating things I learned was being shown the steps from the engine house to the top of the bank. It is easy to "read" the steps and see how much higher the bank has been made.
It is now a museum displaying the largest collection of stationary steam engines and pumps in the South of England and a wee narrow gauge railway.
8. Bridgwater Blake Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By PJW691 - Bridgwater, United Kingdom
Visited with my two small children in the summer holidays, both girls enjoyed their visit. My 6 year old had to do a school project so she gathered information about Admiral Blake whilst my youngest (3), enjoyed looking at all the items on display.
Great museum for all ages! Worth a visit.
9. Bridgwater Carnival Centre
Overall Ratings
5 based on 6 reviews
The Bridgwater Carnival Centre is the home to one of Europe's largest annual illuminated carnival processions - Bridgwater Guy Fawkes Carnival. Visitors to the centre are able to obtain information about this year's event, look at carnival memorabilia and photos from years gone by, and purchase official merchandise. Opening hours vary depending on the season and volunteer availability.
Reviewed By BAJ89 - Henlow, United Kingdom
Visited the sensational carnival at Bridgwater which winds its way through and around the town for nearly two miles. The carnival is an annual Guy Fawkes event and is full of brilliantly lit amazingly decorated carts (floats) (many up to 100 foot in length) with music and colourful costumed performers.
Street entertainment starts from mid morning in the town centre, the roads are closed to traffic and the different acts create a great party atmosphere in the town.
The carnival commences in early evening the procession takes about 2 - 3 hours to complete, some grandstand Seating is available but the vast majority of spectators stand and watch the truly fantastic carnival
Bridgwater Carnival traditional always finishes with a amazing display of very large fireworks in the town centre.
Both the carnival anf the firework display are not to be missed Seeing is Believing.
10. Huntstile
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By PatJane2015 - Bridgwater, United Kingdom
This 15 hundred year old farmhouse has been lovingly restored and dressed by owners John and Lizzy and each time we visit they have made some more improvements. This is a working organic farm , the farm house can be hired for weddings and events. The food is out of this world and they also do Bed and Breakfast with such warm welcomes.
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