Bristol Zoo Project

Bristol Zoo Project is a large wildlife conservation park in South Gloucestershire featuring diverse habitats and species focused on global conservation efforts, with facilities for families and food service.

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Court Farm Holiday Barns - The Granary

This accommodation is a semi-detached barn conversion located in the Forest of Dean, offering a peaceful and scenic setting with a private courtyard and shared hot tub, ideal for families and guests interested in outdoor activities.

2 miles from Nagshead

Nagshead is a nature reserve in the Forest of Dean featuring mature oak woodland, diverse bird species, and two nature trails with varying terrain. It offers bird hides and picnic areas for visitors. The visitor centre is open seasonally on weekends and bank holidays. Dogs are allowed but must be kept on a lead, and entry is free for all visitors.

Near Bath Assembly Rooms

The Bath Assembly Rooms is a Grade I listed Georgian building in Bath, England, featuring the largest Georgian ballroom in the city, decorated with fine art and chandeliers. It historically served as the social hub for balls and concerts and is now a National Trust visitor attraction used for exhibitions, concerts, and filming.

Near Lantern Lecture: People of Colour in Bath from the Georgian period to the Ethiopian Royal family

9 Oct

Dr Tim Manningmore gives a talk exploring the history of People of Colour in Bath, from the Georgian period to the Ethiopian Royal family’s move to Fairfield House.

Near Minchinhampton Common

Minchinhampton Common is a large National Trust grassland common in Gloucestershire notable for its biological and geological interest, including Jurassic limestone fossils, diverse flora including orchids, and historic landmarks.

Holly Cottage

This accommodation is a peaceful and homely detached cottage in the Forest of Dean offering direct woodland access, a cosy open-plan living space, and an enclosed garden with outdoor seating and barbecue, ideal for families, dog owners, and outdoor enthusiasts.

2 miles from Clytha Park

Clytha Park is a neoclassical 19th-century country house and estate in Monmouthshire, Wales, notable for its architectural significance and historic gates and castle. Owned by the National Trust, the house is not open to individual visitors but can be visited by heritage groups by appointment, and the surrounding parkland is a Grade I listed historic landscape.

Near Tintern Abbey

Tintern Abbey is a historic Gothic ruin located on the banks of the River Wye, founded in 1131 by Cistercian monks. Visitors can explore the extensive abbey grounds, enjoy views of the iconic Gothic architecture, and learn about its rich history from the exhibition on site. The venue offers good accessibility and parking facilities, with dogs allowed on short leads in ground floor areas. It remains a major cultural and historic landmark in Wales, open to the public with admission fees.

Near Falconry at the Abbey

10–11 Oct (this weekend)

See birds of prey in flight at Tintern Abbey and learn about their lives and the role of falconry in Tudor times. Visitors can also have their photo taken with the birds.

The Garden House

The Garden House is a peaceful private retreat in the village of Norton St Philip near Bath, featuring a detached property with an enclosed garden and orchard, overlooking a historic church and offering a cosy living space with wood burner and smart TV in a countryside setting.

2 miles from Iford Manor Gardens

Iford Manor Gardens in Wiltshire features a unique Italianate garden designed by Edwardian landscape designer Harold Peto around a medieval house. Visitors can explore historical garden architecture, classical sculptures, and woodland walks. The venue includes an award-winning café and restaurant and offers special tours and an immersive outdoor garden experience.

The Cottage Beyond : Mistletoe Cottage

This three-bedroom cottage in the Somerset countryside accommodates six guests with a bright open-plan layout, a peaceful garden, and proximity to family attractions, beaches, and countryside walks, providing a relaxed and sociable atmosphere.

3 miles from Crook Peak to Shute Shelve Hill

Crook Peak to Shute Shelve Hill is a National Trust owned Site of Special Scientific Interest providing extensive outdoor natural landscapes including ancient woodland, calcareous grasslands, rare plant species, and important geological features such as caves with prehistoric fossils. Visitors can explore long-distance footpaths, enjoy scenic hill views, and visit historic sites related to early human occupation and model aircraft flying activities.

Located in Weston-super-Mare

Weston-super-Mare is a seaside town in Somerset, England, known for its sandy beach, historic piers, cultural venues, and rich heritage as a Victorian seaside resort.

Near Hamswell House

Hamswell House is a historic 16th-century house offering exclusive marquee weddings surrounded by 50 acres of gardens and private land with panoramic valley views, featuring wheelchair access and outdoor as well as indoor spaces.

2 miles from Village walk

14 Oct (next Wednesday)

Join a guided walk through Dyrham village as it was in 1704, and learn about its links to the estate and the lives of its villagers.

Near Dr Jenner’s House, Museum & Garden

Dr Jenner's House, Museum & Garden in Berkeley is the birthplace of vaccination, offering visitors a chance to explore the historic home of Edward Jenner, his study, and gardens, including the Temple of Vaccinia. The venue combines indoor museum experiences with outdoor garden exploration and provides accessibility features.

2 miles from King John's Hunting Lodge

King John's Hunting Lodge is a timber-framed historic wool-merchant's house in Axbridge, Somerset, now operated as a local museum by the National Trust. The museum showcases exhibits on local history, geology, and archaeology from the Neolithic period to World War II within a restored medieval building.

Arnolds Hill Farm - The Oak

The Oak is a rural accommodation offering a peaceful ground-floor open plan living space with en-suite king-size bedrooms, set in the Somerset countryside near Wingfield village.

The Malthouse

The Malthouse is a Grade II listed historic property located in Norton St. Philip, offering accommodation for large families and groups with seven bedrooms spread over multiple floors and a unique historic character featuring uneven steps and ancient beams.

Near Farleigh Hungerford Castle

Farleigh Hungerford Castle is a medieval quadrangular castle ruin located in Somerset, England, featuring a decorated chapel with notable medieval murals and an archaeological collection of lead coffins. The site offers visitors a blend of historic ruins and detailed heritage managed by English Heritage. It tells the story of the Hungerford family and their significance through English history.

3 miles from Dolebury Warren

Dolebury Warren is an Iron Age hillfort and biological Site of Special Scientific Interest in North Somerset, featuring ancient earthworks and diverse natural habitats managed by the National Trust and Avon Wildlife Trust. It offers outdoor exploration of historic ramparts and rich wildlife on a limestone ridge in the Mendip Hills.

Paddock Barn

Paddock Barn is a family friendly barn conversion offering a single-level holiday stay with two bedrooms and two bathrooms. It is situated in a peaceful countryside location with scenic views of grazing sheep and wildlife, providing a private and enclosed outdoor garden area for guests.

3 miles from Newark Park

Newark Park is a Grade I listed Tudor hunting lodge and country house near Ozleworth, Gloucestershire, set within a 700-acre estate featuring formal deer park and landscaped grounds. Visitors can explore both the historic indoor interiors and the scenic outdoor areas surrounding the house. The site is managed by the National Trust and open to the public seasonally.

3 miles from ‘We’re Going on a Bear Hunt’ at Newark Park

7 Oct–15 Nov (another 37 days)

A family sensory trail brings the story of ‘We’re Going on a Bear Hunt’ to life through interactive installations, inviting visitors to search for the bear.

Located in Dursley

Dursley is a historic market town in Gloucestershire known for its 13th-century church, traditional markets, and proximity to the Cotswold Way walking trail, offering visitors a blend of history, local shops, and scenic countryside.

Priors Lodge Barns - Owl Barn

This accommodation is a barn conversion set in a rural area near the Forest of Dean, suitable for families or friends, featuring traditional and rustic character with exposed beams and stone walls, and views of rolling countryside.

3 miles from St Briavels Castle

St Briavels Castle is a Grade I listed Norman castle in Gloucestershire, England, known for its Edwardian gatehouse and historical role as a royal administrative centre and armaments manufactory. It later functioned as a debtors' prison before becoming a youth hostel, offering visitors a mix of indoor historic buildings and outdoor garden and moat areas.

Cider Barn

A peaceful, homely holiday property set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty near the village edge with rural views, woodland walks, and close proximity to Weston-super-Mare beach, suitable for a small group including pets.

Milton End Farm Barns - The Red Rooster

A spacious and beautifully appointed 2-bedroom barn conversion set in an idyllic countryside farm setting near walking-distance pubs and natural wildlife surroundings, suitable for families and groups.

Humbug House

Humbug House is a renovated property in the Forest of Dean that provides a comfortable and spacious setting with an open-plan living area and enclosed garden, ideal for guests wanting to explore scenic footpaths and enjoy a tranquil countryside break with pets.

4 Greenhaye Cottages

This accommodation is a rural property with a large enclosed garden overlooking the countryside, offering a peaceful and family-friendly retreat with countryside views and proximity to various local attractions and walks.

2 miles from Westbury Court Garden

Westbury Court Garden in Gloucestershire is a rare surviving 17th-century Dutch-style water garden featuring a long historic canal, distinctive topiary, a Dutch style pavilion, and an ancient evergreen oak, restored and maintained by the National Trust.

2 miles from Harvest Weekend

9–11 Oct (another 2 days)

Harvest Weekend at Westbury Court Garden celebrates the season with its sights and flavours, offering visitors a taste of the past.

Near Bath Skyline

Bath Skyline offers extensive outdoor walking trails including a 6-mile circular walk with scenic views, an Iron Age hillfort, natural play areas, and diverse wildlife in limestone meadows and woodlands, all accessible free of charge.

Near An exhibition: The World in Bath - Georgian People of Colour at Bath Central Library

7–10 Oct, 12–17 Oct…

An exhibition at Bath Central Library exploring the lives and histories of people of colour who lived, worked and visited Georgian Bath. Visitors can view portraits and objects connected with people uncovered through the exhibition’s research.

Little Allaston Farm Holidays - Lambing Shed

This accommodation is a charming barn conversion located on a working farm in a rural setting, offering a peaceful and homely countryside retreat with shared landscaped grounds and an enclosed private patio area.

3 miles from Berkeley Castle

Berkeley Castle is a medieval fortress in Gloucestershire, home to the Berkeley family since 1153, featuring historic house tours with tapestries and fine silver, terraced gardens, and family activities such as archery and Knight School. It is also historically significant as the site of King Edward II's murder and has been used in film productions.

Located in Lydney

Lydney is a historic town in Gloucestershire on the River Severn, featuring Roman temple ruins, a hillfort, a canal harbour, and cultural attractions including craft shops and gardens.

3 miles from Horton Court

Horton Court is a Grade I listed 16th-century Tudor and Norman manor house in Gloucestershire, featuring a Norman great hall and early Renaissance design elements. Owned by the National Trust, it offers rich historical architecture and has been used for filming notable TV series.

Located in Chipping Sodbury

Chipping Sodbury is a historic market town in Gloucestershire known for its wide main street, biannual Mop Fair, festival week, and Victorian Day events, offering a rich cultural experience with local markets and heritage activities.

3 miles from Westonbirt House

Westonbirt House is a renowned Victorian historic house and garden in Gloucestershire, offering guided tours of the architecturally impressive house and extensive arboretum. Visitors can explore both indoor and outdoor attractions including gardens and the Italian gardens, with accessibility provisions and family-friendly experiences. Entry requires pre-booking except for Historic Houses members who visit free.

2 miles from Clevedon Court

Clevedon Court is a historic 14th-century manor house in North Somerset, managed by the National Trust, featuring medieval architecture, extensive terraced gardens, and a collection of family heirlooms and Eltonware pottery. The house and gardens offer both indoor and outdoor visitor experiences and showcase the heritage of the Elton family.

Located in Clevedon

Clevedon is a picturesque Victorian seaside town in Somerset, England, known for its historic pier, marine lake, and rich cultural and natural heritage including hillforts and geological sites. It offers a blend of history, coastal beauty, and cultural attractions.

Near Cheddar Gorge

Cheddar Gorge is a striking limestone canyon in Somerset featuring impressive cliffs, prehistoric caves open to the public, diverse wildlife, and various outdoor activities including climbing and scenic walks. The site offers visitor facilities such as a centre and restaurant, blending natural wonder with accessible tourism.

Hewelsfield Court - The Old Granary

This is a rural holiday property situated on a working farm with characterful original stonework, arranged over multiple floors with three double bedrooms and a playroom, offering a peaceful setting ideal for families and groups.

Foxes Reach

A detached cottage in the Wye Valley offering a private hot tub, enclosed garden, and a peaceful countryside setting close to local attractions and outdoor activities.

Tintern Abbey Cottage

Tintern Abbey Cottage is a historic and cosy detached cottage located directly opposite Tintern Abbey in a rural conservation area, offering scenic views and a peaceful atmosphere suitable for families with children and pets.

3 miles from Tintern Abbey

Tintern Abbey is a ruined medieval Cistercian abbey founded in 1131, located beside the River Wye in Monmouthshire, Wales. Its impressive gothic ruins are a popular outdoor tourist attraction rich in history and celebrated in art and literature. Visitors can explore historic ruins with scenic riverside views and learn about its cultural and industrial past.

3 miles from Offa's Dyke

Offa's Dyke is a historic three mile section of an earthwork boundary along the Anglo-Welsh border featuring wooded trails and scenic views, including the Devil's Pulpit overlooking Tintern Abbey. It is part of a National Trail popular with walkers, with free entry and parking available nearby, though the walk involves uneven and steep terrain.

The Old Dairy

This single-storey, detached period cottage named The Old Dairy is set in the grounds of the owner's farmhouse in Gloucestershire and offers a peaceful rural retreat with scenic countryside views and easy access to walking routes and local attractions.

2 miles from Woodchester

Woodchester is a village in Gloucestershire, England, known for the Woodchester Mansion and its surrounding National Trust landscaped valley with waymarked walks, along with the historic Woodchester Roman Villa in the village.

3 miles from Tinkley Tots

12 Oct, 19 Oct…

Tinkley Tots is a weekly outdoor nature group for children aged 2–4 and their grown-ups, with a different nature theme, story and activities each session. Children can explore outdoors, discover wildlife and make things from natural materials.

Located in Stonehouse

Stonehouse is a historic market town in Gloucestershire, England, featuring a walkable town centre, canal heritage, notable historic buildings, and good train and bus transport links, making it appealing for tourists.

Cider Press Cottage

Cider Press Cottage is a family-friendly cottage located in the Royal Forest of Dean, set in extensive grounds near local shops, pubs and restaurants, offering accommodation with wheelchair accessibility and pet-friendly facilities.

Walnut Cottage Barn

Walnut Cottage Barn is a rural barn conversion near Clevedon offering a peaceful and homely retreat with countryside and coastal surroundings, suited for families or small groups up to five guests.

2 miles from Cadbury Camp

Cadbury Camp is an Iron Age hill fort located in Somerset, England, featuring ancient earthworks and ditches on a natural ridge. It is historically significant and managed by the National Trust with ongoing conservation efforts to preserve its natural and archaeological features.

Near Owlpen Manor

Owlpen Manor is a romantic Tudor manor house in Gloucestershire featuring terraced gardens, unique historic interiors, and woodland walks. Visitors can enjoy private guided tours, a church with notable mosaics, and onsite dining options in a picturesque Cotswold valley setting.

2 miles from Stranger Folk at Woodchester Park

7 Oct–8 Nov (another 30 days)

Visitors use the Stranger Folk app to follow an interactive folklore adventure around Woodchester Park, guided by the Crone and completing challenges to close a rift between worlds. The activity can take around 20 minutes or be extended into a day-long walk.

2 miles from Raglan Castle

Raglan Castle is a grand Welsh fortress-palace known for its moated Great Tower, Renaissance gardens, and history as a magnificent country seat that was besieged and destroyed during the Civil War. Visitors can explore the outdoor castle grounds with limited wheelchair access, enjoy a nearby café, and access facilities including a gift shop and picnic areas. The castle offers a rich historical experience in scenic countryside surroundings.

Tibbiwell Lodge

Tibbiwell Lodge Studio is a ground-floor open-plan retreat in the village of Painswick, located within the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, characterized by a peaceful countryside setting with valley views and historic surroundings.

3 miles from Painswick Rococo Garden

Painswick Rococo Garden is the only complete surviving rococo garden in the UK, offering visitors a serene outdoor experience with beautiful views, woodland, a wildflower meadow, a children's play area, and on-site refreshments. It is accessible to RHS Members for free on selected days from March to November and welcomes dogs.

3 miles from Caerleon Roman Baths

Caerleon Roman Baths offer a unique historical experience with remains of a Roman fortress including baths, barracks, and an amphitheatre. Visitors can explore indoor exhibitions and extensive outdoor ruins with accessible facilities and educational resources suitable for families and school groups.

Hewelsfield Court - The Chicken Coop

A rural self-contained accommodation set on a working farm in the village of Hewelsfield, suitable for up to 4 guests with 2 bedrooms, featuring ground floor wet room, private patio with garden furniture and BBQ, and private parking for 2 cars.

Near Cabot Circus

Cabot Circus is a large covered shopping centre in Bristol featuring over 130 shops, department stores, a car park, restaurants, and a cinema, offering an indoor retail and leisure experience in the city centre.

Little Allaston Farm - The Lodge

This charming accommodation is situated in a rural working farm setting in the Forest of Dean, suitable for walking and cycling enthusiasts, with shared and private outdoor spaces including a patio and enclosed garden.

Arnolds Hill Farm - The Ash - Arnolds Hill

The Ash is a ground-floor, rural barn conversion cottage located on the outskirts of a small village in the Somerset countryside, offering peaceful countryside views and a homely atmosphere with exposed oak beams and modern comforts.

2 miles from Westwood Manor

Westwood Manor is a Grade I listed 15th-century manor house in Wiltshire, featuring historic interiors with fine furniture, musical instruments, tapestries, and beautifully restored gardens, open to the public during summer days.

Cotswold Escarpment Manor

Cotswold Escarpment Manor is a spacious and stylish six-bedroom detached countryside retreat designed for large groups and family gatherings, featuring a private hot tub, games room, and extensive outdoor garden areas.

Near Nympsfield Long Barrow

Nympsfield Long Barrow is a Neolithic burial site located near the village of Nympsfield in Gloucestershire, England. The outdoor archaeological site features a trapezoidal long barrow with multiple chambers and is managed as part of Coaley Peak Country Park. It offers visitors a glimpse into ancient burial practices, with excavations revealing human remains and artifacts dating back to around 2800 BC.

3 miles from Rugbourne Farm

Rugbourne Farm is a 17th-century manor house in Somerset known as the birthplace of English geology. Visitors can tour the restored house, including the cellar and attic, and enjoy the extensive grounds with orchard, woods and pasture. Tours include tea and homemade cake for a full experience.

Near Whitminster House

Whitminster House is a historic Grade II* country house in Gloucestershire with Saxon origins and connections to English royalty. Visitors can tour the well-preserved interiors including an 18th-century panelled library and explore the surrounding ten acres of private gardens. Visits are by appointment only, making it a unique and private heritage experience.

Priors Lodge Barns - Pipistrelle

This barn conversion located in Bream provides accommodation for up to 4 guests with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, set in a rural area near The Forest of Dean and offering a peaceful and homely atmosphere suitable for families and groups.

2 miles from Haresfield Beacon

Haresfield Beacon is a small but significant geological Site of Special Scientific Interest in Gloucestershire, known for its Jurassic rock formations and rich fossil fauna useful for research.

2 miles from Solsbury Hill

Little Solsbury Hill is an Iron Age hillfort located in Somerset, offering panoramic views over Bath and the Avon River. The site features archaeological remains including stone ramparts and medieval field systems, situated within the scenic Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and managed by the National Trust.

Manor Farm - Poppy Cottage

A cosy two-bedroom barn conversion located in Somerset countryside near the coast, featuring a private hot tub, open plan living space, woodburner, and an enclosed garden with patio, set in a peaceful rural area near walking and outdoor activities.

Hewelsfield Court - The Old Laundry

A rural two-bedroom holiday cottage with private garden and woodburner, situated on a working farm surrounded by countryside, suitable for up to 4 guests and welcoming one pet.

2 miles from Stoney Littleton Long Barrow

Stoney Littleton Long Barrow is a well-preserved Neolithic chambered tomb near Wellow in Somerset, featuring multiple burial chambers inside a long stone mound, notable for its alignment with the midwinter sunrise and managed by English Heritage for public access.