Severn Mud

If you have ever visited Severn Beach I'm sure you will admit that there is not so much beach as there is mud!!! I would'nt recommend that you take the kids here for a day at the beach, but if it's a refreshing walk and stunning views, you've got the right place.

First that mud....

I thought that it was very picturesque

......as the chocolate advert once said, smooth on the inside, crunchy on the outside.

Looks nice and solid, but beneath the upper crust is pure squidgy mud - keep the kids away!!!

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Then there are the views. Here's one of The Bridge.

There are now two bridges across the Severn, the first here is the oldest one and is known as the "Severn Suspension Bridge". The other is newer and has been in place for only a few years and is nown as the "Second Severn Crossing".

So, if you fancy a Sunday morning stroll with the dog (bring a towel to clen them off) head for Severn Beach, just off the M5, but don't expect to sunbathe!!!

Flora and Fauna

First - there is the frog that visits our garden from time to time. Here it is.

Our dog is somewhat intrigued by it, and jumps back in amazement every time it hops away from her enquiring nose!

These next photos were taken on a bright Sunday morning walk in nearby Snuff Mills. A real gem of nature nestled within the suburbs of Bristol.

This picture is a butterfly - don't know what sort sorry - that alighted on a plant near where we were walking.

I stalked it until I could get the best picture of it that I could, here!!!

As you can see it was a wonderful sunny day and the butterfly was taking full advantage in catching a few rays on this plant.

The other picture to the right is one of the plants that grows near the river banks in Snuff Mills, and, quite by accident, I got this amazing picture of the sun streaming through the trees.

Blaise Castle

Blaise Castle estate is in the north of Bristol and is a large parkland and wooded area visited by many. It has a lovely play area for children and has recently been updated with a nice indoor cafe.

At the end of a not too strenuous uphill walk, using gravelled pathways, there is a large open grassy area within which sits Blaise Castle.

The castle itself is fairly modest in size, more a large tower come outpost, presumably used in years gone by to keep a look out over what is now residential areas.

I took this photo several summers ago and think it captures the essence of the place!!