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:
5. Bowling green
The Bowling Green is run by Avonvale Bowling Club who are always open for new players regardless if you are new to the sport or a seasoned player. They play friendly fixtures on Saturdays, midweek friendly games (usually on Wednesdays) and some on Sundays. More information here. | adriana amor
6. Community board
The community boards near the entrances contain information on the park and events happening in the nearby area. | adriana amor
7. Cricket fields
There are cricket pitches around Netham Park which is also the home to the Bristol Pakistani Cricket Club. | adriana amor
8. Entrance by Avonvale Road
If travelling from the centre, the 42, 43, 44 and 45 Citylines East leave visitors about a five-minute walk from the entrance by Avonvale Road, the 36 a 4-minute walk away and the 6 a ten-minute walk away. There are two entrances by this road, one with steps and the other is accessible with a tarmac path leading into the park. | adriana amor