Battery Point

Battery Point, also known as Portishead Point, is a popular dog walking spot with stunning views across the Bristol Channel towards Wales.

The headland is an open, grassy space with rugged, rocky edges leading down to the water and the Portishead Point Lighthouse at its tip. Sloping grass banks are dotted with benches, making it a lovely place to pause and take in the views — especially at sunset. Just a short walk away is East Wood, a small coastal woodland that supports a wide variety of wildlife.

Battery Point is also conveniently close to Portishead Lake Grounds, making it easy to combine both areas into a longer walk.

While the sea can be tempting, it’s advised that dogs do not swim here. The tidal range is high and currents can be very strong, so it’s safest to enjoy the views from dry land.

 

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The history

‘Through the ages, Battery Point has been an extremely important defence point. It was the site of an Elizabethan watch-tower, a Civil War battery, a Victorian coastal battery and the site of First and Second World War military coastal defences.

For fishermen, Battery Point is a big cod country. The water around the point is very deep, and a gentle lob puts you into a considerable depth of water.

Heading back to the woodland, you will find a notice board offering interesting facts on the local history and habitat.’

– Visit Portishead