English Heritage sites near Brean Parish
MEARE FISH HOUSE
13 miles from Brean Parish
The only surviving monastic fishery building in England, this housed the Abbot of Glastonbury's water bailiff and provided facilities for fish-salting and drying.
GLASTONBURY TRIBUNAL
16 miles from Brean Parish
Fine, late 15th century stone townhouse, early Tudor façade and panelled interiors. Home to Glastonbury Lake Village Museum: discover life 2000 years ago when much of Somerset consisted of marshy sea.
DAWS CASTLE
17 miles from Brean Parish
Daws Castle is a clifftop fortress, which was founded by King Alfred to defend the people of Watchet against Viking attacks.
STANTON DREW CIRCLES AND COVE
19 miles from Brean Parish
Although this is the third largest complex of prehistoric standing stones in England, the three circles and three-stone ‘cove’ of Stanton Drew in Somerset are surprisingly little known. The Great Circle, 113 metres in diameter, is one of the largest stone circles in the country and has 26 surviving upright stones. Yet recent surveys have revealed that the circles and cove were just part of a much more elaborate and important ritual site than had previously been imagined.
CLEEVE ABBEY
19 miles from Brean Parish
With possibly the finest cloister buildings in England, visitors can get a glimpse of monastic life 800 years ago. 15th century refectory with glorious angel roof and 13th century heraldic tiles.
TEMPLE CHURCH
20 miles from Brean Parish
The 'leaning tower' and walls of this large late medieval church survived bombing during the Second World War. The graveyard is now a peaceful public garden.
Churches in Brean Parish
St Bridget's
Church Road
Brean
Burnham on Sea
01278 751806
https://www.berrowandbrean.co.uk
It is believed that there has been a church on the site where St. Bridget’s now stands since the 6th century; the present building dating from the 13th century. Restoration has been carried out when necessary, ensuring the church is warm and inviting to all who visit. It is open daily throughout the summer months. There is a bell tower housing 5 bells used occasionally for services and weddings by a dedicated band of bell ringers from both churches. Next to the church there is a church room with toilets and kitchen facilities and there is ample car parking.
St Bridget’s is part of a benefice with St Mary's Church, Berrow. It is also part of a Local Ecumenical Partnership (LEP) with Brean Methodist Church. This was set up in the 1980s to encourage the 2 churches to worship, study, enjoy social events and serve the village of Brean together.
Pubs in Brean Parish
Beachcomber Inn
Warren Road, Brean, TA8 2RP
(01278) 751110
warren-farm.co.uk/entertainment.html
Brean Down Inn
The Brean Down Inn is situated only 100 yards behind the main 7 mile beach at Brean, reputed to be the second longest stretch of sand in Europe. Large pub with several rooms and a large paved area. 2 beers plus ciders from orchard pig and b...
Krackers Bar
One large room very popular with holiday makers and can become lively in the evenings. A large sports bar situated in a holiday resort full of static and mobile homes. Nice terrace facing the road.
Ocean Bar
Part of the Lazy Days Holiday Park. It is adjacent to the beach and has a large beer garden with play equipment for children.
Place
Upstairs above shops directly opposite Pontins. Food served all day.
Scotty's Bar
Three Acres Caravan Park, South Road, Brean, TA8 2RF
(01278) 751002
Seagull Inn
Part of the Northam Farm holiday complex. Food from 11:00, covered patio smoking area, large entertainment area for shows.
Sun Spot
Family run bar and restaurant near the main coast road. Serves both drinks and home cooked food. A large bar with pool table and Sky Sports and a conservatory dining area. Beer garden full of colour with hanging baskets. Popular with locals...