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King Road

Sea, Estuary, Creek in Somerset

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King Road

Steamer Pier Portishead
Steamer Pier Portishead Credit: Anthony Clive Woolf

King Road is a picturesque area located in Somerset, England, renowned for its stunning sea views, estuaries, and creeks. Situated along the coast, this coastal road offers breathtaking vistas of the surrounding natural landscapes, making it a popular destination for tourists and locals alike.

The road runs parallel to the coastline, providing easy access to the sea. Visitors can enjoy long walks along the sandy beaches, breathe in the fresh sea air, and take in the panoramic views of the crystal-clear waters. The sea in this area is known for its calm and tranquil nature, making it an ideal spot for swimming, sailing, and other water activities.

Additionally, King Road offers access to several estuaries and creeks that are teeming with diverse marine life. These estuaries are formed where rivers meet the sea, creating a unique ecosystem that attracts a variety of bird species, including herons, egrets, and seagulls. Nature enthusiasts can explore the creeks and estuaries, either by foot or by boat, to observe the rich biodiversity and enjoy the serene surroundings.

In addition to its natural beauty, King Road is also home to a charming village that offers a range of amenities. Visitors can find quaint cafes, cozy pubs, and local shops where they can indulge in traditional Somerset delicacies and purchase unique souvenirs.

Overall, King Road in Somerset is a haven for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful coastal retreat. Its combination of stunning sea views, estuaries, and creeks make it a truly enchanting and memorable destination.

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King Road Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.507893/-2.7365547 or Grid Reference ST4879. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Steamer Pier Portishead
Steamer Pier Portishead
Banks of the Severn Estuary This small, muddy, nameless inlet flows into the Severn estuary between Royal Portbury dock to the east and Portishead Marina to the west. The smell of sewage here was very strong and I would hazard a guess that the sewage works to the south-east discharges some effluent into the severn via this channel.
Banks of the Severn Estuary
This small, muddy, nameless inlet flows into the Severn estuary between Royal Portbury dock to the east and Portishead Marina to the west. The smell of sewage here was very strong and I would hazard a guess that the sewage works to the south-east discharges some effluent into the severn via this channel.
Sewage works The north west corner of the sewage works taken from the flood defence bank.
Sewage works
The north west corner of the sewage works taken from the flood defence bank.
Flood defences The raised flood defence levee doubles up as a footpath along this section of Portbury Wharf. New development around Portishead marina can be seen in the distance.
Flood defences
The raised flood defence levee doubles up as a footpath along this section of Portbury Wharf. New development around Portishead marina can be seen in the distance.
Sandbags and gate Sandbags protect the circular outlets for ditch water flowing towards the Severn estuary. The gate prevents access to Portbury wharf. No fences are needed as all the ditches are very deep.
Sandbags and gate
Sandbags protect the circular outlets for ditch water flowing towards the Severn estuary. The gate prevents access to Portbury wharf. No fences are needed as all the ditches are very deep.
Lake Not shown on OS maps, this lake nevertheless does exist in the field immediately west of the sewage works.
Lake
Not shown on OS maps, this lake nevertheless does exist in the field immediately west of the sewage works.
Salt marsh by the Bristol Channel The smooth appearance is deceptive; there are a lot of deep fissures with several inches of very smelly mud at the bottom awaiting an unwary dog!
Salt marsh by the Bristol Channel
The smooth appearance is deceptive; there are a lot of deep fissures with several inches of very smelly mud at the bottom awaiting an unwary dog!
Embankment An embankment to protect the hinterland!
Embankment
An embankment to protect the hinterland!
Sign on the sea wall
Sign on the sea wall
Royal Portbury Dock, entrance lock On a still day in January
Royal Portbury Dock, entrance lock
On a still day in January
TORM VITA at Royal Portbury Dock TORM VITA was discharging jet fuel when the photo was taken.
TORM VITA at Royal Portbury Dock
TORM VITA was discharging jet fuel when the photo was taken.
East Pier at Royal Portbury Dock Looking north-west, away from the dock over the mudflats to the west of the Avon Mouth. In the distance, right, the high ground of Monmouthshire can be seen. I'm grateful to The Bristol Port Company for granting me access to this square. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bristolport.co.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bristolport.co.uk/">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>
East Pier at Royal Portbury Dock
Looking north-west, away from the dock over the mudflats to the west of the Avon Mouth. In the distance, right, the high ground of Monmouthshire can be seen. I'm grateful to The Bristol Port Company for granting me access to this square. LinkExternal link
Wild poppy at Royal Portbury The colourful wild flower matches the scarlet livery used by the owners of The Royal Portbury Dock for some of its infrastructure. The two access arms of the East Pier are in the background, and East Wood Hill at Portishead (<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/gridref/ST4777">ST4777</a>) can be seen in the distance.
Wild poppy at Royal Portbury
The colourful wild flower matches the scarlet livery used by the owners of The Royal Portbury Dock for some of its infrastructure. The two access arms of the East Pier are in the background, and East Wood Hill at Portishead (ST4777) can be seen in the distance.
The Royal Portbury Dock 1 Looking east from near the port entrance towards the quay at which the Torm Vita was berthed when this previous (see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1142701">ST4978 : TORM VITA at Royal Portbury Dock</a>) photo was taken. I'm grateful to The Bristol Port Company for granting me access to this square. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bristolport.co.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bristolport.co.uk/">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>
The Royal Portbury Dock 1
Looking east from near the port entrance towards the quay at which the Torm Vita was berthed when this previous (see ST4978 : TORM VITA at Royal Portbury Dock) photo was taken. I'm grateful to The Bristol Port Company for granting me access to this square. LinkExternal link
The Royal Portbury Dock 2 Looking south-east down the length of the dock basin from the base of the East Pier. I'm grateful to The Bristol Port Company for granting me access to this square. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.bristolport.co.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bristolport.co.uk/">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>
The Royal Portbury Dock 2
Looking south-east down the length of the dock basin from the base of the East Pier. I'm grateful to The Bristol Port Company for granting me access to this square. LinkExternal link
Dock infrastructure at Royal Portbury The mechanisms that get the water into the entrance lock and vice versa.
Dock infrastructure at Royal Portbury
The mechanisms that get the water into the entrance lock and vice versa.
Looking to Avonmouth View over mud flats at low tide, from Portishead Pier, to docks and ships
Looking to Avonmouth
View over mud flats at low tide, from Portishead Pier, to docks and ships
Portishead Pier
Portishead Pier
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King Road is located at Grid Ref: ST4879 (Lat: 51.507893, Lng: -2.7365547)

Unitary Authority: Bristol

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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