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Villice Bay

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Villice Bay

Moat Farm near Ubley Bickfield Lane near Ubley as it passes Moat Farm.
Moat Farm near Ubley Credit: Kevin Pearson

Villice Bay is a picturesque coastal area located in Somerset, England. Situated on the Bristol Channel, it forms a part of the larger Severn Estuary. The bay is known for its stunning natural beauty and is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike.

The bay is characterized by its sandy beaches, which stretch for several miles along the coastline. These beaches are perfect for sunbathing, picnicking, and leisurely walks. The area is also renowned for its clear blue waters, making it an ideal spot for swimming and water sports such as kayaking and paddleboarding.

Villice Bay is home to a diverse range of wildlife, including various species of birds, marine life, and even seals. Birdwatchers flock to the area to catch a glimpse of rare and migratory birds that inhabit the bay's marshes and dunes.

In addition to its natural attractions, Villice Bay offers a range of amenities for visitors. There are several cafes, restaurants, and shops scattered along the coastline, providing a convenient place to grab a bite to eat or pick up some souvenirs. The bay is also well-served by public transportation, with regular bus and train services connecting it to nearby towns and cities.

Overall, Villice Bay is an idyllic coastal destination that offers a mix of natural beauty, recreational activities, and modern amenities. Whether one is looking to relax on the beach, explore the local wildlife, or simply enjoy the stunning views, Villice Bay has something to offer everyone.

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Villice Bay Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.339203/-2.6345757 or Grid Reference ST5560. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Moat Farm near Ubley Bickfield Lane near Ubley as it passes Moat Farm.
Moat Farm near Ubley
Bickfield Lane near Ubley as it passes Moat Farm.
Herons Green, Chew Valley Lake, from NCN3 Chew Valley Lake photographed from the NCN3 cycle path alongside Herons Green Bay. The path here is a good packed grit surface but it crosses the busy B3114 a little further south before ending completely.
Herons Green, Chew Valley Lake, from NCN3
Chew Valley Lake photographed from the NCN3 cycle path alongside Herons Green Bay. The path here is a good packed grit surface but it crosses the busy B3114 a little further south before ending completely.
Herons Green Bay at the Chew Valley Lake Chew Valley Lake is a reservoir and the fifth-largest artificial lake in the United Kingdom, with an area of 1,200 acres (4.9 km²). It was constructed in the 1950s.
Herons Green Bay at the Chew Valley Lake
Chew Valley Lake is a reservoir and the fifth-largest artificial lake in the United Kingdom, with an area of 1,200 acres (4.9 km²). It was constructed in the 1950s.
Dam at the Chew Valley Lake Chew Valley Lake is a reservoir and the fifth-largest artificial lake in the United Kingdom, with an area of 1,200 acres (4.9 km²). It was constructed in the 1950s.
Dam at the Chew Valley Lake
Chew Valley Lake is a reservoir and the fifth-largest artificial lake in the United Kingdom, with an area of 1,200 acres (4.9 km²). It was constructed in the 1950s.
Lane off B3114 To Herons Green and Nempnett Thrubwell. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7111491">ST5559 : B3114 near Herons Green Bay</a> looks left from here.
Lane off B3114
To Herons Green and Nempnett Thrubwell. ST5559 : B3114 near Herons Green Bay looks left from here.
B3114 near Herons Green Bay Looking left from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7111483">ST5559 : Lane off B3114</a>. NCN3 follows the cycle path on the left.
B3114 near Herons Green Bay
Looking left from ST5559 : Lane off B3114. NCN3 follows the cycle path on the left.
B3114 near Herons Green Bay Looking the other way along the B road from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7111491">ST5559 : B3114 near Herons Green Bay</a>, with NCN3's cycle path alongside.
B3114 near Herons Green Bay
Looking the other way along the B road from ST5559 : B3114 near Herons Green Bay, with NCN3's cycle path alongside.
Lane to Nunnery Copse Looking right from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7111499">ST5559 : B3114 near Herons Green Bay</a>. The locked gate that blocks the way is shown at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6538451">ST5559 : Chew Stoke : Road</a>, and its notices suggest that some anglers may have keys, as well as Bristol Water plc staff.
Lane to Nunnery Copse
Looking right from ST5559 : B3114 near Herons Green Bay. The locked gate that blocks the way is shown at ST5559 : Chew Stoke : Road, and its notices suggest that some anglers may have keys, as well as Bristol Water plc staff.
B3114 at Moreton Lane The B road is about to run along the edge of Herons Green Bay, part of Chew Valley Lake. NCN3 runs beside it along the cycle path.
B3114 at Moreton Lane
The B road is about to run along the edge of Herons Green Bay, part of Chew Valley Lake. NCN3 runs beside it along the cycle path.
Gate, Moreton Lane Frustration for those who would like to circumnavigate Chew Valley Lake at close quarters. Access through this gate is by permit only. Fishing seems to be the commonest way to gain access, but there are plenty of bird-watching reports.
Gate, Moreton Lane
Frustration for those who would like to circumnavigate Chew Valley Lake at close quarters. Access through this gate is by permit only. Fishing seems to be the commonest way to gain access, but there are plenty of bird-watching reports.
Moreton Lane From the gate shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7111554">ST5558 : Gate, Moreton Lane</a>. To access the bird hide at Moreton, "you will need to purchase a birdwatching permit" <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.cvlbirding.co.uk/access.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.cvlbirding.co.uk/access.html">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> .
Moreton Lane
From the gate shown in ST5558 : Gate, Moreton Lane. To access the bird hide at Moreton, "you will need to purchase a birdwatching permit" LinkExternal link .
B3114 at Moreton Lane Heading southwards to West Harptree.
B3114 at Moreton Lane
Heading southwards to West Harptree.
Track near Moreton Running parallel to <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7112105">ST5558 : Moreton Lane</a> in an adjacent field to access a further field.
Track near Moreton
Running parallel to ST5558 : Moreton Lane in an adjacent field to access a further field.
Field by the B3114 Trees along a hedgerow and a pylon, seen from the gate on the other side of the road in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7112112">ST5558 : B3114 at Moreton Lane</a>.
Field by the B3114
Trees along a hedgerow and a pylon, seen from the gate on the other side of the road in ST5558 : B3114 at Moreton Lane.
B3114 at Moreton Lane Taken looking right from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7111543">ST5558 : B3114 at Moreton Lane</a>. The NCN3 cycle path changes from the west side to the east side of the B road here.
B3114 at Moreton Lane
Taken looking right from ST5558 : B3114 at Moreton Lane. The NCN3 cycle path changes from the west side to the east side of the B road here.
Moreton Lane Or is it Stratford Lane? This is from where the public road of the latter comes to an end, by a car park. The lane shown certainly turns into Moreton Lane, taking a circuitous course near the lake's margin before arriving at the gate shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7111554">ST5558 : Gate, Moreton Lane</a>.
Moreton Lane
Or is it Stratford Lane? This is from where the public road of the latter comes to an end, by a car park. The lane shown certainly turns into Moreton Lane, taking a circuitous course near the lake's margin before arriving at the gate shown in ST5558 : Gate, Moreton Lane.
Stratford Lane Looking left from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7112313">ST5658 : Moreton Lane</a>, from the end of the public road. It is followed by the parish boundary between West Harptree (left) and Compton Martin.
Stratford Lane
Looking left from ST5658 : Moreton Lane, from the end of the public road. It is followed by the parish boundary between West Harptree (left) and Compton Martin.
Trees and field by Stratford Lane The view from the gate seen in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7112389">ST5658 : Stratford Lane</a>. Footpath CL 7/25 runs past the row of trees before turning away to the right.
Trees and field by Stratford Lane
The view from the gate seen in ST5658 : Stratford Lane. Footpath CL 7/25 runs past the row of trees before turning away to the right.
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Villice Bay is located at Grid Ref: ST5560 (Lat: 51.339203, Lng: -2.6345757)

Unitary Authority: Bath and North East Somerset

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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