5 reasons to visit Bristol with Chipping Sodbury Caravans

Bristol is consistently voted as one of the best and happiest places to live in the UK and even though I have only visited once I can see why. Its mix of city life, laid back village feel, an abundance of history and heritage, relaxed water pursuits and colourful, hip lifestyle makes it a winner for visitors year after year. I visited for a long weekend following my day in nearby Bath and it has left me dying to explore more of this overlooked city, so here are my top reasons why you should plan to visit Bristol in a caravan or motorhome.

The food is amazing

Bristol has a, dare I say it, rather hipster air about it and we all know that where the hipsters go, great food follows! From street food, to experimental dishes, to old favourites, Bristol has something for all palates. If you are looking for something up market there are several Michelin star restaurants in the city and plenty of vegan options for those looking for something plant based.

Street art is everywhere

Bristol is the home of Banksy so unsurprisingly one of the things the city is most known for is it’s street art. There are so many amazing artists across the city leaving their mark, you don’t have to go far to find it. There are plenty of street art tours focusing just on Banksy, but I recommend taking one of the more general street art tours to explore more of the amazing artists the city has to offer.

There are endless museums and attractions

Bristol has a huge variety of museums, attractions and art galleries to check out, more than I can list here, but I will share some of my favourites. Brunel’s SS Great Britain is an explorable museum that we spent a full day at as it was so fascinating, both in the history of the boat and to see its inner workings. Bristol Museum, Bristol Zoo, Aerospace Bristol and the Georgian House Museum are also amongst the most popular with visitors. There are many, many more so check out the Visit Bristol site to see what they have to offer.

The architecture is stunning

One of the most noticeable things in the city is the nearby Clifton Suspension Bridge. Built by Isambard Kingdom Brunel in 1835, it was a true feat of engineering when it was built and now it’s a great place to get pretty pictures. You can get a great view of it from the hill to the sides. If you want a more unique view of the bridge why not visit Clifton Observatory Giant’s Cave which offers amazing views from the cave opening. If you are looking for places to get good Insta-worthy shots make sure you check out the colourful houses near the harbour, Blaise Castle Estate, Bristol Cathedral and Cabot Tower.

There is amazing nature right on the doorstep

The vibe when you visit Bristol is different to other cities, and I think that’s because of the lack of high rise buildings and availability to get out into nature so easily. In Bristol itself there is the Botanic Gardens, Floating Ballast Seed Gardens and Brandon Hill, the oldest park in Bristol, to name a few. Just outside the city there’s plenty of nature reserves like Chew Valley that offer the opportunity for hiking, spotting wildlife, and fishing.

If you are looking for a place to stay in Bristol a good idea is to take a look at any of the nearby caravan sites, there are so many with great links into the city and beautiful surroundings. I know during this lockdown period the idea of caravans and motorhomes has certainly appealed to me increasingly to allow me to see more of the UK.

If you are unsure where to start, Chipping Sodbury Caravans is sure to have you covered with its large range of new and pre-owned Bailey of Bristol caravans and motorhomes. Chipping Sodbury are around 40 minutes from Bristol and have specialised in selling Bailey caravans and motorhomes since 1996.

One of the UK’s most popular caravan and motorhome brands, Bailey of Bristol has been manufacturing caravans and motorhomes in the south of the city since 1948. Current models use Bailey’s patented Alu-Tech construction, which creates a light and durable bodyshell that protects you from the elements all year round.

Before heading down to Chipping Sodbury Caravans, be sure to check out the Bailey of Bristol Virtual Showroom. This offers you a chance to walk round their current range of caravans and motorhomes from the comfort of your own home.

So now you know all about Bristol and have some information to get you started with caravans and motorhomes from Chipping Sodbury and Bailey of Bristol, all that’s left to do is go on holiday!

Before you do, be sure to check out the Bailey of Bristol news and events page for lots of ideas about where you can go and what you can do in a caravan or motorhome for a socially distanced UK holiday.

Writing this post made me realise just how much I loved visiting Bristol, I will be sure to make sure I return soon. I can feel an Autumn trip coming on… What is your favourite hidden gem in Bristol?