There are so many things to do and see in and around Weston-super-Mare you will need more than just a few days.

Whether its for kids, parents, families or groups or whether you are into animals, the arts, theatre, history or adventure, you will be pleasantly surprised at what there is on offer in Weston super Mare and the surrounding areas.

The magnificent beach and seafront is just one of the many attractions of Weston-super-Mare, offering plenty of activities to keep you busy. You may fancy some watersports, a donkey ride, or a sedate stroll along the prom. You may simply want to take a seat, stop, and enjoy the view with an ice cream and watch the world go by. A traditional seaside holiday resort, Weston-super-Mare offers everything one would expect from a holiday by the sea.

But the Weston-super-Mare experience doesn’t just start and end on the beach, there’s plenty more in and around the town too, with an abundance of parks and green spaces, shops and places of interest.

Look beyond the hustle and bustle of the busy seaside and the town is close to many places ideal for walkers and nature lovers.

There are an abundance of nature reserves and National Trust sites, including Uphill Nature Reserve, Brean Down and Sand Point and Middle Hope which are all within a couple of miles of the main seafront.

You will find sites such as Avalon Marshes, a haven for bird lovers, and the West Mendip Way.

Within an hour's dive, and served by public transport from Weston-super-Mare, visit Somerset, where you will find the villages of Cheddar, Glastonbury, Street and Wells.

Or just 20 miles north is Bristol. You can take a boat trip around the docks and the waterfront, grab a bite to eat in one of the many waterside cafes and restaurants, or visit one of the many attractions, including Bristol Zoo and The SS Great Britain.

Weston-super-Mare also benefits from direct train links to Newport.