6 miles
This will be an afternoon walk starting and finishing near Bristol’s Floating Harbour.
We wander gently along the harbourside, enjoying the delights of boats cavorting in the waters. We will cross over the newly reopened bridge across the New Cut near the Create Centre, and may be lucky enough to see some of the metrobus works in progress. We pass along the footpath by the river with lovely views of the suspension bridge, passing underneath and ready ourselves for the steep climb up the infamous Nightingale valley, in the shade of the ancient trees of Leigh Woods, and we may even be rewarded by the sight of a blackbird or robin.
At the top we cross into Ashton Court, where depending on time and weather we can walk around the top of the golf course (an extra 1.36 miles), or pass straight over. We will go through lovely summer meadows and grasses, and after our steep climb we will be rewarded by beautiful views of our lovely City of Bristol, as we gently descend through Ashton Court back to the harbourside. We pass the Create Centre and the working shipyard, along past the Cottage Inn (also an option for food and drink) and back along the river. We will finish around the hostelries of Gaol Ferry steps, where some eating and drinking may ensue. Those unable to walk are welcome to join us for a beverage in the evening.
Distance 7.64 miles (or 6.08 miles) depending on the golf course. Ascent 207 mts.
Walk Leaders: Kirstie G ( (Phone number removed) ) and Nick S ( (Phone number removed) )
Meet: 15:00 at Outside the M Shed at the bottom of Gaol Ferry Steps (near their cafe) BS1 4RN