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:
13. Path to the playground
Next to the entrance by Holly Lodge Close, there's an alternative path connecting Coombe Brook Valley to the sports ground and Coombe playground. | adriana amor
14. Playground
The nearby Coombe playground can also be accessed through Moorlands Road and includes climbing bars, swings and slides to name a few. | adriana amor
15. River steps
Near the start, the stream falls in different steps creating mini cascades. | adriana amor
16. Seating logs
We came across a few logs forming a circle which could be used as a camping seat or place to rest for a bit. | adriana amor