The pools at the heart of the nature reserve, which date back to the Middle Ages, and the connecting cascades are a must see. There are benches around the area to relax and be enveloped by the soothing sounds of the falling water. If you are lucky, you may also meet the resident ducks!placeholder image
The pools at the heart of the nature reserve, which date back to the Middle Ages, and the connecting cascades are a must see. There are benches around the area to relax and be enveloped by the soothing sounds of the falling water. If you are lucky, you may also meet the resident ducks! | BristolWorld

Explore 17 of the most whimsical walks in and around Bristol - including Abbots Pool and Stoke Park

Explore Bristol and its surroundings with these 17 magical walks, including Abbots Pool and Stoke Park.

As we approach the last stretch of summer, and autumn is around the corner, we have rounded-up some of the best places in Bristol and nearby to enjoy a whimsical stroll in nature.

Whether you prefer to ‘lose yourself’ in the woodlands, a relaxing stroll by a lake or a picnic with stunning views, we are spoilt with choice in Bristol. Some even have opportunities to meet the resident animals, including ducks and goats!

Here are 17 of the most whimsical walks in and around Bristol- including Abbots Pool and Stoke Park:

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