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We are the Bristol Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our quarterly Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking

Overview

National Trust woodland, down to River Avon via Paradise Bottom, along riverside path towards Suspension Bridge, then steady climb up Nightingale Valley to return to start point. Mostly hard surface tracks. Moderate slopes, which may be muddy and slippery after rain. Walking boots advised. Walk may be shortened if weather dictates.

Refreshment stop on route (bring own drinks and snacks). 

Toilets near start of walk (Clifton end of Suspension Bridge) 

Pubs and cafes in Clifton Village at end of walk. Or coffee cart at end point.

Wednesday, 8 May 2024
Start time:
10:00 am
Estimated finish time:
1:00 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
9.7km / 6.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Buses 8 or 505 to Christ Church Clifton or Clifton Village, then walk across Suspension Bridge to start of walk (allow 10-15 minutes).

Parking very limited in Clifton. Advise park on Downs (Fountains Hill end of Ladies Mile), then walk up The Promenade to N. Somerset end of Suspension Bridge (i.e. far end of bridge). Allow about 30 minutes for this walk. Or catch bus 8 or 505 to Christ Church Clifton.

If parking near N. Somerset end of bridge, please be aware that parking space may be limited. £1 per hour (allow 4 hours for walk). Payment by coins or MIPERMIT app (not just contactless payment).

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • Car parking available
  • Introductory walk
  • No car needed

Starting point

Grid reference:
ST 56314 72966
Nearest postcode:
BS8 3PD
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Start time:
10:00 am

Meet by coffee cart, opposite Visitor Centre at North Somerset end of Clifton Suspension Bridge.

Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our quarterly Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking