Welcome to Portishead

Portishead is a coastal town located in North Somerset, England. It is situated on the Severn Estuary, which is a popular spot for birdwatching and fishing. The town has a rich history, dating back to the Roman times, and has been a popular destination for tourists for many years. Portishead is known for its stunning views of the estuary and the surrounding countryside, as well as its charming Victorian architecture.

One of the main attractions in Portishead is the marina, which is home to a variety of boats and yachts. The marina is a popular spot for sailing and fishing, and there are several restaurants and cafes located nearby. The town also has a number of parks and green spaces, including the Lake Grounds, which is a popular spot for picnics and walks. The Lake Grounds also has a boating lake, a children's play area, and a miniature railway.

Portishead is also home to a number of cultural attractions, including the Portishead Folk Festival, which takes place every year in July. The festival features live music, dance, and workshops, and attracts visitors from all over the world. The town also has a number of art galleries and museums, including the Portishead Museum, which showcases the town's history and heritage. Overall, Portishead is a charming and picturesque town that offers something for everyone, from outdoor activities to cultural attractions.

Local Schools

School	Details
Portishead Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Richard Riordan	Station Road Portishead Somerset BS20 7DB 1275843360 School Website
St Peter's Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Catrin Battista	Hallett's Way Portishead Somerset BS20 6BT 1275843142 School Website
Trinity Anglican Methodist Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sandy Nickells	Marjoram Way Portishead Portishead Somerset BS20 7JF 01275397710 School Website
St Josephs Catholic Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Greg Bath	Bristol Road Portishead Somerset BS20 6QB 01275848367 School Website
Gordano School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Louise Blundell	St Mary's Road Portishead Portishead Somerset BS20 7QR 01275842606 School Website
High Down Junior School Academy Converter Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Andreya Cowan	Down Road Portishead Bristol Somerset BS20 6DY 1275843969 School Website
High Down Infant School Academy Converter Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Mrs Andreya Cowan	Down Road Portishead Somerset BS20 6DY 1275843969 School Website
St Mary's Church Of England Primary School, Portbury Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Amy Townsend	Church Lane Portbury Bristol Somerset BS20 7TR 1275372066 School Website
The Downs School Other Independent School Ages:4-13 Head Teacher Mr Deborah Isaachsen	Charlton Drive Wraxall Wraxall Somerset BS48 1PF 01275852008 School Website
Tickenham Church Of England Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Elizabeth Lester	174 Clevedon Road Tickenham Clevedon Somerset BS21 6RG 01275853919 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Avonmouth Gloucester Road, Avonmouth, Bristol, BS11 9JB 3.11 Miles

St Andrews Road St Andrews Road, Avonmouth, Bristol, Bristol, BS11 9HS 3.39 Miles

Shirehampton Station Road, Shirehampton, Bristol, Bristol, BS11 9XA 3.74 Miles

Nailsea And Backwell Station Road, Backwell, Somerset, BS48 3LH 4.72 Miles

Sea Mills Sea Mills Lane, Sea Mills, Bristol, Bristol, BS9 1SU 5.22 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
County Cars 01275 341000 58 High St, Bristol, Bristol, BS20 6EL 0.26 Miles
Carbrite Taxis 01275 843998 62A High Street, Bristol, Bristol, BS20 6EH 0.34 Miles
B Cars 07517 161514 Roath Road, Bristol, Bristol, BS20 6AW 0.42 Miles
Gatsbys Taxi Company 0800 955 5070 Roath Road, Bristol, Bristol, BS20 6AW 0.42 Miles
2Nd Avenue Cars 01275 390290 17 Queen's Avenue, Bristol, Bristol, BS20 6NL 0.58 Miles
Portishead And Port Marine Cars 01275 843434 13 Monmouth Close, Bristol, Bristol, BS20 8BZ 1.34 Miles
Avenue Cars 01275 846633 52 Pembroke Road, Bristol, Bristol, BS20 8HF 1.89 Miles
Gatsby Cars 0800 955 5070 187 Clevedon Road, Clevedon, Somerset, BS21 6RT 3.25 Miles
Bristol Airport Transfers 07882 072005 Portview Road, Bristol, Bristol, BS11 9LD 3.27 Miles
Anthonys Cab 0117 982 9113 11 Marsh Street, Bristol, Bristol, BS11 9JZ 3.36 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Portishead Medical Group - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Victoria Square Portishead Bristol BS20 6AQ
Portishead Medical Group - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Victoria Square Portishead Bristol BS20 6AQ
Portishead Medical Group 01275 841630	Portishead Medical Group Victoria Sq, Portishead Bristol BS20 6AQ
Harbourside Family Practice 01275 868500	The Marina Healthcare Ctr 2 Haven View, Portishead Bristol BS20 7QA
Avonmouth Medical Centre	Collins Street Avonmouth Bristol Avon BS11 9JJ

Local Stores

Portishead - Port Marine
319 Newfoundland Way
Portishead
Somerset
BS20 7QH
01275 848953
Store Website
0.56 miles

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SPAR Station Road, Pill
Coronation House
Station Rd
Pill
Bristol
BS20 0AW
01275 373967
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Vale Vets
1 Beach Road West Portishead North Somerset BS20 7HR 01275 847 400 info.portishead@valevets.co.uk Website 0.19 miles
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Portishead Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Unit 4 Wyndham Retail Park Portishead Somerset BS20 7BX 01275 815 470 portishead@vets4pets.com Website 0.20 miles
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Watkins And Tasker Veterinary Group (Portishead)
1 Harbour Road Portishead North Somerset BS20 7BL 01275 397449 portishead@watkins-tasker-vets.co.uk Website 0.45 miles
Amenities Out-of-hours service only
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Bescoby Veterinary Services Ltd
The Old Thatch Hill Lane Weston In Gordano North Somerset BS20 8PY 01275 403 123 office@bescobyequinevets.co.uk Website 2.02 miles

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Community Vets
Unit 6 Markham Farm Martcombe Road Easton-In-Gordano Bristol North Somerset BS20 0QQ 01275 373086 communityvets@gmail.com Website 3.57 miles

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Vale Vets
6 Bank Place Pill Bristol North Somerset BS20 0AH 01275 372448 Website 3.61 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Portishead Beach
A Scenic Walk With The Dogs, Close To Cafes And A Short Walk To The Marina. There's A Field To Let The Dog Off, But Also Many Quiet Country Lanes To Stroll Down. Lovely Path Along The Coast Too. Lake Rd Portishead 0.31 miles Lake Grounds Car Park

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Ashton Hill Woods
Dog Walk And Bridal Path At The Top Of Belmont Hill Between Flax Bourton And Failand. B3129 Lancashire 4.78 miles

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Kings Weston Bristol
Can Stick To The Paths Or Go Off Into Woods For A More Adventurous Route And Fun For Your Dog 7 Southside Cl Bristol Lancashire BS9 2QY 4.96 miles

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Poets Walk Clevedon
The Poet's Walk Is So Named Because Many Poets And Writers Visited Clevedon. This Walk Takes You Along The Coast And Through A Path Along The Cliff Edge, With Views Across To South Wales. BS21 7QU 5.11 miles From The M5, Take Junction 20, Heading West Along The B3133, Then The B3130.

Ashton Court
This Is A Largely Circular Walk Around The Country Park. The Ashton Court Estate Itself Is Located Close To Bristol In North Somerset, And Holds 850 Acres Of Woodland, Parkland And Gardens – All Open To Exploration. BS41 9JH 5.97 miles Ashton Court Is Around 2-Miles Outside Of The City Of Bristol. The Main Entrance Is Off The A369 Portishead Road.

Clevedon Coastal Walk
A Linear Walk Along The Coastal Path, Heading South From Clevedon, In North Somerset. BS21 7UF 5.98 miles From The M5, Take Junction 20, Heading West Along The B3133, Then The B3130.

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