Discover People

The people who live along the Severn River, from Avonmouth in Bristol to Shepperdine in South Gloucestershire, make the place.

The area takes its character from fishermen, farmers, business people, artists, musicians and visitors over centuries.

It has its share of famous names too – from historical figures like William of Orange to contemporary artists like Bob Dylan.

Click on any of the boxes below to read, hear and watch stories from the people of the Severn.