Things to do and see in the Rickford, Bristol and Bath area.
Although The Plume of Feathers is situated in real English countryside, we are amazingly close to local cities, towns and other amenities.
- 8 minutes from Bristol airport.
- 10 minutes from the M5 motorway.
- 20 minutes from Bristol city centre.
- 20 minutes from the historic City of Bath.
- 20 minutes from the seaside town of Weston Supermare.
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The Plume of Feathers
Cheddar Gorge and the Caves
Cheddar's world famous caves are just under 8 miles away and a wonderful walk if you are feeling energetic. You could climb Jacob's Ladder, meet the Cheddar man, sample the locally made cider and cheese or even spend a morning abseiling on the gorge itself.
Wookey Hole
Wookey Hole is about 15 miles away from us, and the Caves and Paper Mill make an enjoyable day for the whole family. Children can entertain themselves in the valley of the dinosaurs or even play with old money in the old fairground.
Chew Valley Lake
Chew Valley lake is only a couple of miles away from the pub and is set in the Mendip Hills. The fith largest man made lake in England, and has excellent fishing, sailing and bird-watching.
Blagdon Lake
Blagdon lake is widely regarded as one of the best fishing lakes in Somerset and is only one mile away. A great walk if you are not carrying your fishing tackle.