Whether you are in the quest to spot the evasive kingfisher, looking to adventure through a forest or indulge in a lovely picnic by a lake, we have compiled our favourite walks in and around Bristol.
Some highlights include Stokes Park Estate, a 108 hectare park dating back to the 14th century with a wooden sculpture trail, Page Park, a beautiful 1900s 19-acre park with an air raid shelter and an iconic four-sided clock and Leigh Woods, a two-square kilometre of ancient woodland with stunning views of the Clifton Suspension Bridge and the Avon Gorge.
From the best park for a picnic beside a beautiful lake, to a magical park with a stunning castle and parks with unique architecture, here are our 12 best walks to soak up the sun and why they’re so great.
5. Badock's Wood Nature Reserve
Beautiful wooden sculptures by chainsaw sculptor Andy O'Neill are scattered around the nature reserve as well as a pond and wildflower meadows. Stunning mosaic tiles decorate the area near the Northern Gateway entrance and there is a soothing weir at the heart of the ancient woodland. | National World
6. Golden Wick Valley Nature Reserve
The nature reserve has stunning views overlooking the quarry and Wick, mature woodland, a bat trail and a relaxing river flowing in the middle to name a few. The downside is the bus journey is long and infrequent. | National World
7. Grove Park
The Weston-Super-Mare Park has something for everyone: a play area, a sensory garden, a rockery, a memorial garden which includes palm trees, bug hotels, a bandstand and a pond to name a few. It's only an 18 minute walk from the Weston-Super-Mare station or 11-minute walk if travelling on the X1 Badgerline bus from Bristol. | National World
8. Three Brookes LNR
The nature reserve is made up of six areas, each with unique features: Webb's Wood, Savages Wood, Sherbourne's Brake, The Tump, Three Brooks Lake and the Community Orchard. There are beautiful views, wooden sculptures, forest areas to explore, a skate park and picnic areas to name a few. | National World