Location: Bridgwater
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Top 10 Free Things to do in Bridgwater, England
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. Greatwood
2. Burrow Mump
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 212 reviews
Reviewed By 12jonc - Bridgwater, United Kingdom
Quite a climb, great views from the top, check out the old graffiti carved above the main entrance- it’s a girt hill with an old church on the top - good stuff!
3. Oatley Vineyard
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 30 reviews
Small vineyard in idyllic setting specialising in international award-winning dry white wines. Tours, tasting, wine sales. Buy online, free delivery. Open by appointment only during the pandemic, 11am to 6pm, book online. Covid-secure accreditation. Guided tasting/vineyard walk (90min) or self-guided do-it-yourself tasting in the vineyard. 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.
4. Fyne Court
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 177 reviews
Reviewed By yahoo96
A wonderful place to visit. Great for children to roam, climb, play in streams and explore. Snowdrops in abundance in early spring and bluebell woods in May. Lovely little cafe on site too with exceptional toilet facilities.
5. Bridgwater Blake Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 29 reviews
6. Blackmore Farm Shop
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By NotinEdonow
Just stopped by to get a couple of take out coffees; they were delicious. Also bought a loaf of sourdough bread which couldn't have been better; amazing crust and just the right chewy but light texture inside. We were served by a delightful lady, all in all it was perfect. Very Covid safe but can't wait for things to return to normal so family and friends might come back to try the cafe. Thank you very much; best flat white coffees in a long time.
7. The Bridgwater & Taunton Canal
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By RubyWelsh - Bridgwater, United Kingdom
A lovely canal to have in the middle of Bridgwater linking to Taunton and other nearby villages. Excellent for walking, running, cycling, boating, fishing or just to stop by at the cafe for tea and cake watching passers by. Equally friendly for dog walkers too. The canal itself is dirty though so just be mindful if you're kayaking etc. However, there are good spots to stop for a rest and bite to eat with your sailing vessel. I've walked and cycled to Taunton and back. It's an easy flat level with some lovely views on a good, clear day. Do expect muddy, slippery terrain during wet, winter months. Generally the walking area of the canal is reasonably looked after. A good place to just get away from it all.
8. WWT Steart Marshes
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 109 reviews
Reviewed By SimonD851 - Hockley Heath, United Kingdom
I'm a 'developing' birdwatcher, but visited here with an expert. I logged 16 species, including Merlin, peregrine, marsh harrier and spotted redshank, and there were many others that I didn't see or didn't record. This might not be for you if you are expecting to see lots of birds parading in full view for easy identification. Many of the more interesting sightings required long and detailed study of large flocks; one spotted redshank (RSPB report fewer than 100 wintering in the UK) in a large flock of other waders; a merlin sitting on a fencepost on the far side of the lake, Marsh Harrier working along the far side of the reserve. You won't see much of this without a good pair of binoculars, and a telescope with higher magnification makes things easier. It's probably also just a nice place to walk.
9. EDF Energy's Hinkley Point Visitor Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 52 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 Ash15555 - Taunton, United Kingdom
I work on the HPC project and wanted to take my family to see the site. The tour was very well organised and a brilliant way to view the amazing scale of the project. Highly recommend that everyone goes to see the biggest construction project in Europe - happening right here in Somerset!!
10. Battle of Sedgemoor Visitor Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 15 reviews
Reviewed By Lizbry - Westonzoyland, United Kingdom
Take time out to come and visit this historic church with a very interesting Battle of Sedgemoor visitor centre. Last battle on English soil.
