Things to do in Westend, Gloucestershire
We've found the following things to do within 10 miles of Westend, Gloucestershire.
The Great Outdoors in Westend
The great outdoors within 10 miles of Westend.
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Littleton Brick Pits | Avon Wildlife Trust
A chain of reed beds close to the Severn Estuary and an important feeding and resting place for migrating birds.

Ridley Bottom | Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust
The meadows and ancient woodland at Ridley Bottom have an undisturbed atmosphere, with old limestone hedgerows, grassland flowers and a quiet atmosphere that attracts a variety of birds.

Lancaut | Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust
Lancaut lies in one of the four most important woodland areas in Britain, the site is very rich in wildlife with over 350 plant species recorded and a wide range of birds around the wood and south facing cliffs such as peregrine falcon and raven. Cormorant and heron frequent the river, and occasionally a seal will pop up in the river on a spring tide. A great place with stunning iconic views from the cliffs.

Piercefield Woods Nature Reserve | Gwent Wildlife Trust
Piercefield woods are the gateway to the Lower Wye Valley, stretching for over 3km along the river from near Chepstow castle in the south to Wyndcliff woods and the Eagle’s Nest in the North.

Ban-y-Gor | Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust
Ban-y-Gor nature reserve is a secluded and mystical woodland with large ancient coppice and pollards carpeted with ferns and mosses. A single path descends via a small glade towards the River Wye.

The Park and Poor's Allotment | Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust
Slow worms warming themselves up under rocks, lizards basking on sunny gorse, woodcocks performing their 'roding' display flight at dusk and evidence of hazelnuts chewed by dormice – these reserves are peaceful and beautiful open landscapes.

Charfield Meadow | Avon Wildlife Trust
A secluded reserve, sheltered by hedges and scrub, carpeted with wildflowers and home to many butterflies.

Brockwells Meadows | Gwent Wildlife Trust
In spring and summer the meadows dazzle with colour from a mixture of wildflowers scarcely found elsewhere in Gwent. It’s a restful spot for a picnic or a stroll among the flowers.

Lower Woods | Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust
Lower Woods is one of the largest ancient woodland in the south-west, and a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). Areas of grazed common land and wide grassy pathways known as ‘trenches’ separate 23 individual traditionally coppiced woodlands, the boundaries of which have remained unchanged for centuries.

Grow Wilder | Avon Wildlife Trust
Grow Wilder is our inspiring six-acre wildlife gardening hub, where people and wildlife thrive in a productive setting. Explore our wildflower nursery, enjoy the sights and sounds of wildlife thriving in an urban setting and see the demonstrations of wildlife-friendly planting and food growing. You can buy plants, hire a room, volunteer, or join one of our courses or seasonal celebrations.

Old London Road | Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust
This nature reserve safeguards one of the only two remaining British locations of limestone woundwort.
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Food and Drink in Westend
Food and drink within 10 miles of Westend.
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Coffee #1 | Thornbury
Conveniently located in this pretty market town, Coffee#1 Thornbury has an eclectic atmosphere with a range of comfy armchairs, Chesterfield sofas and pews. Relax in one of our snug little corners, or grab a book from our well-stocked bookshelf at the back and lose yourself for a while.
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History and Heritage in Westend
History and heritage within 10 miles of Westend.
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Offa's Dyke | English Heritage
A three mile section of the great earthwork boundary dyke built along the Anglo-Welsh border by Offa, King of Mercia, probably during the 780s.

St Briavels Castle | English Heritage
The fine twin-towered gatehouse, built by Edward I in 1292, once defended a crossbow bolt factory which used local iron. Once a prison, now a youth hostel in wonderful walking country.

Kingswood Abbey Gatehouse | English Heritage
This 16th century gatehouse, one of the latest monastic buildings in England, displays a richly sculpted mullioned window. It is the sole survivor of this Cistercian abbey.
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The Arts in Westend
The arts within 10 miles of Westend.
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Jenner Museum
From his home in Berkeley, we tell the story of the pioneering Gloucestershire scientist Edward Jenner and his ongoing legacy: countless people around the world working together to promote life-saving vaccination.

Dean Forest Railway
Ride through the beautiful woodland and countryside of Lydney and enjoy the chance to experience the pace of a typical country branch line. Book now!
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Wildlife in Westend
Wildlife within 10 miles of Westend.
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Rogiet Poorland | Gwent Wildlife Trust
On the edge of the Gwent Levels, you can enjoy the rich variety of trees in the leafy woodland and the fascinating wildflowers and insects of the limestone grassland.

Lower Minnetts Field | Gwent Wildlife Trust
This small hay meadow is an oasis of light and colour hidden amongst the dense woodland.

Clarke's Pool Meadows | Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust
One of the finest surviving traditional hay meadows in Gloucestershire, Clarke's Pool Meadow is a sanctuary for small mammals and meadow flora.
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