Name: Clifton Down
Rating: 5.0

Clifton Down

The Downs, Stoke Road, Bristol, Somerset and Bristol, BS9 1FG, England

1-90 Years

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Clifton Down is a large open green space on the edge of Bristol, forming part of The Downs. It offers a wide area for outdoor activities, relaxation, and community events. The space is ideal for families, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone looking to enjoy fresh air and open surroundings.

Visitors can enjoy activities like cycling on designated paths, kite flying, Nordic walking, and horse riding in permitted areas. The area also includes football pitches, outdoor exercise stations, picnic spots, a children’s playground, and nearby attractions like Clifton Observatory and Avon Gorge views. With benches, café facilities, and scenic viewpoints, it is a great place for both active and leisure visits.

Entry to Clifton Down is completely free of charge. It is open at all times, although access may be limited during special events.

Clifton Down offers a simple yet enjoyable outdoor experience in a spacious setting. It is perfect for picnics, sports, and relaxing walks with scenic views. With its open landscape and variety of activities, it is a popular destination for locals and visitors alike.

Features

Free
Host birthday parties: No

Features

Cycling: There is an off-road cycle path from Saville Road to Stoke Road. You can't cycle on footpaths, woodland and grass areas of The Downs.
Horse riding: You can ride horses around the football pitches except on Sundays and bank holidays. You can't ride horses on the football areas or the area from Bridge Valley Road to the Clifton Suspension Bridge.
Kite flying: The Downs is exposed, which is good for flying kites.
Nordic walking: Nordic walking is outdoor fitness walking using specially designed poles.

Facilities

The Downs Cafe
Toilets And Baby Changing Facilities At Sea Walls (On Circular Road)
Benches And Picnic Areas
Children's Playground On Sion Hill
Pdfbbq Area On Ladies Mile (Pdf, 3.82 Mb), You Can Only Bbq On The Flagstones Set Into The Signposted Area
Six Outdoor Exercise Stations
Football Pitches And Changing Rooms
Avon Gorge
Clifton Down Camp, An Iron Age Hillfort Near The Clifton Observatory
Clifton Observatory, Camera Obscura And Cave
Roman Road On Durdham Downs
Parts Of The Downs Are Scheduled Ancient Monuments
Ice Cream Vans

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Price

Price: Free

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

Address: The Downs, Stoke Road, Bristol, Somerset and Bristol, BS9 1FG, England

Post Code: BS9 1FG

Council: Bristol

County: Somerset and Bristol

The Downs are situated on the North West of Bristol, about 2 miles from the City Centre. The Downs can be found at the top of Whiteladies Road (A4018) or if travelling from the North of the City, Westbury Road leads to The Downs.