Up until the 19th century Weston-Super-Mare was nothing more than a plain stretch of beach. Since however, the town has been transformed into popular tourist resort and hot-spot within the South West of England. This was an attempt to attract visitors from the close and much larger city of Bristol, and the tourist industry now accounts for a rather large part of the towns income.
This beach is most certainly the most prominent attraction in the area and comes to life throughout the summer months, short as they may be within England. The beach is lined by a wonderful promenade with glorious views over the sea. Typically for an English sea-side resort, there are associated sights and sounds of seagulls calling and fish and chip shops teasing their appealing scent. There are also piers stretching into the water as well as small amusement areas with rides and gift shops for the kids.
If you visit the local tourist centre they will have a good long list of potential attractions for you and your family. Whatever the purpose of your visit and whoever you are with, you will find something to enjoy in Weston-Super-Mare. The beach here is the main attraction and, unlike many UK beaches, is full of lovely glowing sand. Along the beach there is a train for the kids and donkey rides and a paddling pool for them to enjoy. There is also an aquarium housing all sorts of wonderful marine like that you would be hard pressed to find lurking within any British waters.
There is also a grand pier stretching out into the sea that provides one of the towns most appealing draws. With a pavilion stationed at the end together with a small fun-fare and numerous little food, drink and gift shop stands, there is a little bit for everyone to enjoy.
On the pier also is a playhouse theatre that shows musical events amongst others throughout the year. The beach is also host to several different festivals of music during the summer months, the pinnacle being the show 'T4 on the beach' hosted by the entertainment television channel T4. This draws together huge crowds to take in some of the countries and worlds top musical pop acts and provides a massive tourism boost for the town.
Beyond all the fun, there are a number of cultural landmarks to see, such as little local museums and art galleries. Most famously however, is the helicopter museum that houses one of the largest collection of choppers on the planet.
The area is also home to some wonderful treks and walks along the sea front and into the beautiful surrounding countryside. There is therefore something for everyone in this lovely town and area.
This beach is most certainly the most prominent attraction in the area and comes to life throughout the summer months, short as they may be within England. The beach is lined by a wonderful promenade with glorious views over the sea. Typically for an English sea-side resort, there are associated sights and sounds of seagulls calling and fish and chip shops teasing their appealing scent. There are also piers stretching into the water as well as small amusement areas with rides and gift shops for the kids.
If you visit the local tourist centre they will have a good long list of potential attractions for you and your family. Whatever the purpose of your visit and whoever you are with, you will find something to enjoy in Weston-Super-Mare. The beach here is the main attraction and, unlike many UK beaches, is full of lovely glowing sand. Along the beach there is a train for the kids and donkey rides and a paddling pool for them to enjoy. There is also an aquarium housing all sorts of wonderful marine like that you would be hard pressed to find lurking within any British waters.
There is also a grand pier stretching out into the sea that provides one of the towns most appealing draws. With a pavilion stationed at the end together with a small fun-fare and numerous little food, drink and gift shop stands, there is a little bit for everyone to enjoy.
On the pier also is a playhouse theatre that shows musical events amongst others throughout the year. The beach is also host to several different festivals of music during the summer months, the pinnacle being the show 'T4 on the beach' hosted by the entertainment television channel T4. This draws together huge crowds to take in some of the countries and worlds top musical pop acts and provides a massive tourism boost for the town.
Beyond all the fun, there are a number of cultural landmarks to see, such as little local museums and art galleries. Most famously however, is the helicopter museum that houses one of the largest collection of choppers on the planet.
The area is also home to some wonderful treks and walks along the sea front and into the beautiful surrounding countryside. There is therefore something for everyone in this lovely town and area.
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