The fly-tipping at the entrance to Hawkfield Meadows is by no means a reflection of the little-known nature reserve.
A grassy path from the entrance on William Jessop Way, just off Whitchurch Lane, takes you to a vast open green space.
Located near Hengrove Mounds, Hawkfield Meadows is described by Avon Wildlife Trust as 'a valuable patch of remnant countryside'.
It is home to rare bees, many butterflies and unusual wildflowers such as pale flax and dyer's greenweed.
It is also home to two nationally scarce insects, the carrot mining bee and the small blue butterfly.
Paths along the side take you through woods and an area with a stream where foxes can be seen roaming.
There’s also old trees dotted around the site, which is between the busy Whitchurch Lane and Bridge Learning Campus' playing fields.
You could easily think you’re in the middle of the countryside if it wasn’t for the distant sound of children playing and cars.
Hawkfield Meadows is a hidden beauty where nature is allowed to take care of itself, and it being so little known makes it extra special.
Scroll through for a gallery of photos from our visit to Hawkfield Meadows:
1. Hawkfield Meadows
Hawfield Meadows is a nature reserve in South Bristol
2. Entrance
The green space is accessed from William Jessop Way off Whitchurch Lane
3. Muddy path
A path, rather muddy after the recent rain, takes you into the main area
4. Open space
You are then greeted by a large area of open space, with buildings visible in the distance