This is the second part of the day out to Severn Beach village and Clevedon. And a long promised. Read the first part here.
Driving from Severn Beach to Clevedon has been a very enjoyable experience. The sky looked promising and we were expecting a beautiful sunset.
As soon as we entered the city, I got really upset. Clevedon is a very unique and beautiful city! To come here just for a sunset is not wise. The city offers tons to see! So one day I would have to return - no excuses.
But let's get back to the pier. Why Clevedon pier? Because I looked along river Severn for a nice place to be near water. Once I saw the google view of the pier I was so impressed, I could not wait to see it, walk on it and watch the sunset from the pier.
ISO 100 | f 11 | 1/15 sec | Sony Alpha A230
Little that I've known, this spectacular Victorian pier actually has got opening times and a paid entry. At the time of our visit, it was already closed for the day. Therefore, all the images have been taken from around the pier.
But even then, it was a nice experience. Seeing the sky change colour, listening to the water, walking on the river cobbles, which felt like a pile of snow, - it all makes up for a missed entry to the pier! And wait for the day to get dark - watch the other side of the river Severn to lit the lights. It is so beautiful and fascinating knowing that you look at the life on Welsh land while sitting in England!
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The row of houses facing the river Severn was colourful and offered plenty of places to sit down for a meal. There is an on-street car park along the promenade, which looked to be free of charge. However, coming on a quiet Saturday evening, it was full and even driving around prooved tough finding a space! Seeing it as a popular tourist destination, I would suggest planning ahead.
ISO 400 | f 5.6 | 1/40 sec | Sony Alpha A230
ISO 400 | f 5.6 | 1/30 sec | Sony Alpha A230
We left the city in a good and relaxed mood. My little one has played with some boy digging cobbles and running around. I have exhausted the camera trying to get some decent long exposure shots on a very uneven ground. It the end, I felt so at home that I thought I should move into this wonderful city!
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Watch a short shaky video I took at the location!
Why and when to visit the Clevedon Pier
I have shared my experience, but I would like you to visit this place so I have done a bit of digging!
The pier opens at 10 am but closes depending on the season! So, if you are here in winter - expect closure times at 4 pm. And summertime - 8 pm[1].
Prepare yourself for the entrance fee. Again, different pricing for various age groups, but aim to spend £ 3 per person [2]!
You get to visit a Pier shop, discover a bit about the history of the Pier and could even have a meal in the restaurant in the pavilion at the end of the pier.
The Clevedon pier is Grade 1 listed Pier! It is one of its kind in Britain! You won't see the arcade amusement usual to the piers in the UK. It is very classy. Covered in wooden decking, it offers sitting benches either side of the pier along the path.
ISO 400 | f 5.6 | 1/80 sec | Sony Alpha A230
An interesting historical fact - it has been previously collapsed and has been restored thanks to the English Heritage, the National Heritage Memorial Fund, the Heritage Lottery Fund, the persistence of the locals and small donations [3].
