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River Severn |
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The Severn |
The Severn is Britain's longest river. After the Yangtse in China it has the largest tides in the world, a massive 14.5 metres! There are many peculiar tales to be told about this extraordinary river.
Events, Sights and Lives around the River
Discover why the City of Gloucester owes its existence to the Severn, and how the river has changed course since Roman and Medieval times, and still changes shape several times a year!
Explore its unique mix of wildlife, from Caribbean fish to rare birds, flowers and insects.
See how the people of Gloucester have, and continue to work, live and enjoy themselves on the Severn, and find out about the amazing sights that have been seen there.
Gloucester Histories > River Severn