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Things To Do Outdoors in Bristol
Bristol is a green city, surrounded by countryside and all of these attractions and things to do are outdoors, in the open air.
Bristol is truly a green city and has over 400 parks and green spaces. So take a deep breath and find the perfect places to walk, cycle, relax or picnic.- From outdoor gardens in country pubs to the waterfront restaurants along the floating harbour, a trip to Bristol isn't complete without having an al fresco beverage or a bite to eat outdoors.
The AccessAble team recommends some of the most accessible outdoor attractions in Bristol.
- The best way to get to know the Floating Harbour and Harbourside is by taking one of the boat trips in Bristol
- Bristol caters for every cyclist. There are beautiful riverside country trails for weekend excursions and an extensive network of city centre cycle lanes for commuters.
- Home of infamous graffiti artist Banksy and with street art along narrow alleys, down side-streets, across city walls and bridges, Bristol lives and breathes colour of every hue.
- Looking for information on walking and walks in Bristol? Click here to find out about routes, guided walks and resources for walkers.
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- Take one of the walking tours in Bristol and discover why much of the city is best seen on foot including the Banksy walking tour.
A visit to Bristol doesn’t need to be an expensive one, in fact we’ve got 60 ideas for totally free things to do in and around the city!
- Whether it's too hot, too cold or too rainy, we've got you covered for fun things to do while avoiding the weather.
- In this section you’ll find all the important and practical information that you might need when visiting Bristol.
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Dolebury Warren Nature Reserve
Winscombe
Dolebury Warren is a site of an Iron Age Hill fort, but is now filled with wildflowers and rare butterflies. The flowers vary from early purple orchid to bell heather and the unusual mixture of wildflowers.
RSPB Ham Wall Nature Reserve
Somerset
Explore Ham Wall a special place teeming with wildlife. Enjoy stunning views across to Glastonbury Tor and follow secluded paths through the mystical landscape discovering spectacular sights and sounds.
Castle Bridge
Redcliffe
With its strking form snaking over the river, Castle Bridge connects the areas of Finzels Reach and Castle Park.
Price
FreeBennett’s Patch and White’s Paddock Nature Reserve
Stoke Bishop
Bennett’s Patch and White's Paddock Reserve in the Avon Gorge has been created as part of celebrations marking Bristol’s year as European Green Capital in 2015.
Goblin Combe Nature Reserve
Goblin Combe is a site which has contrasting areas, from the airy grasslands to a dark woodland. The Goblin Combe makes a great spot for butterflies and it provides a stunning view across Mendip.
Eastwood Farm Nature Reserve
Brislington
A peaceful riverside nature reserve with woodland, ponds and plenty of wildlife.
Ashton Court Meadow Nature Reserve
Long Ashton
Ashton Court Meadow is a part of the Ashton Court Estate and is located on the Eastern part. During spring and summer it has beautiful wildflowers and in May it is full of green-winged orchids.
Badock's Wood
Westbury on Trym
Badock's Wood is a nature reserve with woodland, streams and areas of meadow in north Bristol.
Pero's Bridge
Harbourside
A pedestrian footbridge that spans Bristol's floating harbour, named in honour of Pero Jones, an enslaved African who lived in Bristol.
Greville Smyth Park Playground
Greville Smyth Park is a community park and is the only park in Bristol that also includes playing structures for teenagers and can be enjoyed by all ages!
Hellenge Hill Nature Reserve
Weston-super-Mare
Hellenge Hill lies on the south-facing scarp of the Mendips and has spectacular views across the Somerset Levels and the Bristol Channel.
Royate Hill Nature Reserve
Eastville
Royate Hill is an unusual nature reserve, partly on top of a railway viaduct with wildflower meadows and woodland.
The Beach Hut Cafe
Hengrove
The Beach Hut Cafe is the perfect place to let the kids loose while you enjoy a coffee or an ice cream, just like a real day at the seaside.
Hollow at Royal Fort Gardens
Clifton
Discover 10,000 unique tree species, which have been gathered by the artist Katie Paterson from almost every country on the planet.
Narroways Millennium Green Nature Reserve
Ashley Down
Narroways Millennium Green is a nature reserve of a grassy and wooded ridge split by railway cuttings with spectacular views across the city.
Stephen's Vale Nature Reserve
Stephen’s Vale is a small wooded valley located just south of Greyfield Wood. The woodland surrounding the vale used to be a part of the hunting woods of Earl of Warwick..
Greville Smyth Park
Southville
Originally part of Ashton Court Estate, this popular local community park in south Bristol is well known for its splendid trees
Art and the Public Realm Bristol
Central Bristol
Find out more about Bristol's many public art works around the city.
Manor Woods Valley Nature Reserve
Bedminster
Manor Woods Valley is a nature reserve in south west Bristol with wildflower meadows, woodland and plenty of wildlife, running alongside Malago stream.
Oldbury Court and Snuff Mills
Fishponds
Enjoy a great family day out with woodland and riverside walks, an arboretum and large children's playground.
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Free
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