On the edge of Fishponds and Speedwell, the two-hectare Coombe Brook Valley (locally known as The Gossie) is a haven for birds, mammals and insects.
Foxes, badgers and rabbits, woodpeckers and even a couple of green parakeets have been seen living in the valley which is comprised of wooded areas alongside a stream; mainly hazel, oak and sycamore. There is also a grassland meadow area further uphill.
The Coombe Brook Valley is a Site of Nature Conservation Interest (SNCI) and is owned by Bristol City Council, and partly managed by BCC and the Avon Wildlife Trust with the support of the Friends of Coombe Brook Valley.
Unfortunately, the paths are all made of dirt and include stairs, making the valley not wheelchair or buggy-friendly.
Coombe Playground can be found near the top of the valley.
Here are 22 photos from our visit to Coombe Brooks Valley:
5. Entrance by Moorlands Road
If travelling from the centre, the 48A, 48 and 49 buses will leave visitors a 12-minute walk away from the entrance by Moorlands Road, whilst the 25 bus leaves visitors a 13-minute walk away, the 7 bus a 14-minute walk away and the 6 bus a 6-minute walk away. | adriana amor
6. Forest trails
Visitors can enjoy a vast range of forest trails through the woodland path at Coombe Brook Valley. Be warned, however, that the paths are made of dirt and can become slippery and muddy during and after rainy days. | adriana amor
7. Frosty
Most of the plants were frosted over during our visit, creating beautiful Winter Wonderland views. | adriana amor
8. Intersecting streams
Not too far from the start of the stream, a second stream intersects and joins the main stream running through the valley. | adriana amor