Download or read book Somerset and Bristol written by James Osmond and published by Frances Lincoln. This book was released on 2013-02-01 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Somerset is a beautiful historic county with an astonishing range of scenery, from rolling hills and rocky coastline to windswept moors and limestone gorges. There are three Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, one UNESCO World Heritage Site and a National Park. The historic county incorporates the modern counties of Somerset, North Somerset and Bath & North East Somerset. The city of Bristol borders the historic county of Somerset and is the major city of the south-west. The author takes us on a journey through the seasons of Somerset and Bristol in a collection of stunning photographs.
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Download or read book A history of the county of Somerset and the city of Bristol between 1774 1783 written by Mary Ann (Noll) Funk and published by . This book was released on 1965 with total page 214 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book North Somerset and Bristol written by Nikolaus Pevsner and published by Yale University Press. This book was released on 1958-03-11 with total page 600 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Highlights of this volume are a full account of the Georgian marvels of Bath, and a separate section on the port of Bristol, whose sumptuous Victorian commercial buildings are among the best of their date in England.
Download or read book The Rough Guide to Bath Bristol Somerset Travel Guide eBook written by Rough Guides and published by Rough Guides UK. This book was released on 2016-03-01 with total page 462 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From the genteel Georgian terraces of Bath to the wilderness expanses of Exmoor, the fully updated The Rough Guide to Bath, Bristol & Somerset provides an all-round account of this richly rewarding region, with comprehensive details of what to see, what to do and where to sleep, eat and drink. Useful context and background information accompany all the practicalities, interspersed with vivid, full-colour photos and some of the clearest maps to be found in any guidebook. Rough Guides' local experts cover high culture and street art, from the architectural glory of Wells Cathedral to Bristol's exuberant murals, as well as all the options for getting active, including cycling on the Somerset Levels and hiking in the Quantock Hills. Alongside information on the best local festivals, there are full reviews of the worthiest restaurants and the most characterful pubs. Beyond the borders of Somerset but within easy reach, The Rough Guide to Bath, Bristol & Somerset also takes in such hotspot destinations as Salisbury and Stonehenge, as well as the full-on family attraction of Longleat. Make the most of your holiday with The Rough Guide to Bath, Bristol & Somerset.
Download or read book The Little Book of Somerset written by Maurice Fells and published by The History Press. This book was released on 2018-11-09 with total page 191 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Did you know? The town of Wincanton is twinned with a place that does not exist. William Gibbs of Tyntesfield House made his fortune by importing bird droppings from Peru. A song by 'Scrumpy and Western' singer Adge Cutler was banned by the BBC for being too raunchy. Nine villages in Somerset are known as the 'Thankful Villages'. From seaside to countryside and villages to towns, Somerset is a county where it's difficult to separate history and mystery. This fast-paced, fact-packed compendium of places, people and trivia reveals all sorts of answers to questions you might have wondered about – and some you didn't. The facts, stats and anecdotes will surprise even those familiar with this beautiful and historic county.
Download or read book Somerset and the Defence of the Bristol Channel in the Second World War written by David Dawson and published by Sanhs. This book was released on 2011 with total page 112 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With the outbreak of the Second World War, it became increasingly obvious that Somerset was in a key location to ensure the forward and coastal defence of the Bristol Channel and its associated ports and industries. This book gives a unique overview of the naval and maritime activities on the waterway andexplains their significance to the national war effort. In this volume, the three authors, all members of the Society, have for the first time brought together not only the archaeological interpretations of the surviving infrastructure but have blended it with the documentary evidence of the perceived threats, the organisations, plans and procedures that were implemented, many of which were secret, and added both technical and military expertise to explain in simple terms with pictures, maps, diagrams and glossary just how much Somerset contributed to defending the Bristol Channel in the Second World War.
Download or read book Bath and Bristol with the Counties of Somerset and Gloucester written by Thomas H. Shepherd and published by . This book was released on 1969 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Rough Guide to Bristol Bath Somerset written by Keith Drew and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2012-03-01 with total page 338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Rough Guide to Bath, Bristol & Somerset is the definitive, full-color guide to this alluring region, illustrated throughout with striking photographs and packed with insightful information on everything from Beau Nash to Banksy, and from state-of-the-art spas to walking in the Mendips. Clear maps help you explore cosmopolitan Bristol and historic Bath, the Georgian city par excellence, while detailed descriptions of the best accommodations, restaurants, pubs, and clubs give the inside track on exactly where to eat, drink, and be merry. From the iconic cities of Wells and Glastonbury to the dramatic landscapes of Exmoor and the Levels, Somerset is covered in unparalleled detail, along with popular destinations just across the border in Wiltshire, such as Lacock, Longleat, and the unforgettable and mysterious ancient site of Stonehenge.
Download or read book The Rough Guide to Bath Bristol Somerset written by Keith Drew and published by Rough Guides UK. This book was released on 2012-09-06 with total page 339 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Full-colour throughout, The Rough Guide to Bath, Bristol and Somerset is the ultimate guide to this alluring region. With 30 years experience and our trademark 'tell it like it is' writing style, Rough Guides cover all the basics with practical, on-the-ground details, as well as unmissable alternatives to the usual must-see sights. At the top of your list and guaranteed to get you value for money, each guide also reviews the best accommodation and restaurants in all price brackets. We know there are times for saving, and times for splashing out. In The Rough Guide to Bath, Bristol and Somerset: - Over 50 colour-coded maps featuring every listing - Area-by-area chapter highlights - Top 5 boxes - Things not to miss section Make the most of your trip with The Rough Guide to Bath, Bristol and Somerset. Now available in ePub format.
Download or read book Bath and Bristol written by John Britton and published by Kessinger Publishing. This book was released on 2009-02 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions that are true to the original work.
Download or read book Bath and Bristol with the Counties of Somerset and Gloucester Displayed in a Series of Views written by Thomas Hosmer Shepherd and published by . This book was released on 1829 with total page 370 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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Download or read book List of Members in the Quarterly Meeting of Bristol Somerset written by London Yearly Meeting (Society of Friends). Bristol and Somerset Quarterly Meeting and published by . This book was released on 1880 with total page 77 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Visitation of Somerset and the City of Bristol 1672 written by Sir Edward Bysshe and published by London : Harleian Society. This book was released on 1992 with total page 270 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
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