Located in the east Bristol suburb of Redfield, Netham Park is a major park and area of open green space with first-rate facilities for leisure, sport and recreational activities.
The site was once home to Netham Chemical Works which extended from Marsh Lane to Blackswarth Road and Avonvale Road to the Feeder, spreading itself over some 40 acres and producing sulphuric acid (vitriol) and washing soda from 1859.
It closed in 1949, leaving behind a vast tipping ground of heaps of waste materials and only remnants of old walls remain.
Netham Park is maintained by The Friends of Netham Park, who have worked with Avon Wildlife Trust over the past few years to create a wildlife haven, so the park is beautifully maintained and is enjoyed by the whole community.
Here are 24 photos from our visit to Netham Park:
1. Football
There are three football pitches around Netham Park.
2. Views
Visitors can enjoy views of the city from the hills in the park.
3. Accessible paths
A tarmac path runs through the western part of the park and connects to the pavilion. There is also an accessible path running next to the feeder canal.
4. Basketball court
There's a basketball court in the western part of the park, near Avonvale Road.