オルベストンの天然記念物・トップ12

Great views of the Severn crossing and what a structure it is

Wapley Bushes Local Nature Reserve is a 11.65-hectare (29-acre) nature reserve located in the English county of South Gloucestershire, between the towns of Yate and Dodington. It is owned by Dodington Parish Council and managed in partnership with Wapley Bushes Conservation Group. The reserve was established in 1992 and has been awarded the Green Flag Award, a prestigious award for well-managed parks and green spaces. Wapley Bushes is a diverse habitat, comprising ancient woodland, flower meadows, grassland, and a seasonal pond. The woodland is home to a variety of trees, including oak, ash, and hazel, as well as a range of wildlife, including deer, foxes, badgers, and birds such as song thrushes, blackbirds, and robins. The meadows are home to a variety of wildflowers, including cowslips, primroses, and bluebells. The grassland is home to a variety of grasses, as well as a range of wildflowers, including butte

Penpole Point is a stone sundial standing at 67m on the western end of the hill. It marks the end of the Kings Weston estate. There used to be great views from here but in recent years it's become overgrown. Still a nice place to sit and enjoy a break from your walk.

Goram in legend was a giant who fought with his brother Vincent for the attentions of Avona. There are many old names around Bristol that relate to this story and features that depict where one of the giants sat, stamped, dug a trench to allow the river Avon to flow or died. Here is Goram's soap dish.

Otter Hole / Otter Cave is known as one of the best "decorated" caves in the UK. Access is restricted to protect the rare formations inside. The cave also floods, with a tidal sump. It is managed by the Royal Forest of Dean Caving Club.

The section from Severn Beach to New Passage on the paved England Coast Path might look tempting to ride, but it is a public footpath only used lots by the elderly, wheelchair users, unleashed dogs, fishermen and young children. Beware as I've hears reports that some locals will you give a lot of grief for riding this section, plus your insurance is void too if you cause an accident... I live nearby and suggest sticking to Route 4, or just enjoy the walk. The bit of Route 4 near Old Passage remains because of sea defence works (reopening late 2022 we're told) but there are nice back roads through Olveston to Aust or Route 41 through Ingst if you plan on crossing the M48 bridge to Chepstow and the more serious hills, beautiful Welsh scenery beyond.

Short but sweet diversion... worth doing if you're not in a rush.

By the side of the path - next to a the monument - some lovely ironwork as well.