River park

The River Park sits just outside Bristol and gives you a proper spot to decompress away from the city without actually leaving it behind. You're looking at riverside walks, open lawns that slope down to the water, and the sort of place where you can actually hear yourself think. The paths wind along the river itself - it's straightforward walking, nothing demanding, and you can stop whenever you fancy a sit-down on one of the benches.

It works well for families with younger kids who need space to run about without too much structure. Dog walkers absolutely love it here. There's something about a riverside walk that settles the head, and this one delivers that without the pretence. You're not paying fancy admission fees; it's the kind of park that just exists for people to use.

Time-wise, an hour covers a decent section, though you could easily stretch to two if you're not in a rush. Go midweek if you can - weekends pull in Bristol's population and it gets rammed. Early morning is lovely when the light's soft and the paths are quieter.

If you're stopping at Somerset Glamping, which is only four and a half miles away, this makes a natural addition to your day without needing another full outing somewhere. It fills the gap between proper activities nicely - the kind of place you visit without making a fuss about it, and come away feeling you've had a bit of air and a decent walk.