Top Rated Parks to Visit in Greenbank

"Get some fresh air at Ashton Court Estate, a massive stretch of countryside that lies just the other side of Clifton Suspension Bridge. The 850 acres of wide-open green space and woodland welcome cyclists, mountain-bikers, horse riders, golfers, families and walkers (and plenty of wheelchair and buggy-friendly paths). Plus, it is also the venue for the infamous Bristol International Balloon Fiesta."

"Ashton Court is a stately home and grounds that once belonged to a wealthy family living in Bristol. With 850 acres of land, there is plenty to explore and see here. The manor has stood since the 11th century, a beautiful building with an eclectic mixture of architectural styles, evidencing the additions and changes that have been made over the centuries."

"Technically in North Somerset, Ashton Court is a fantastic place for woodland walks and exploration, and there are two fields with beautiful deer!. It’s walking distance from both the city centre and Clifton, so it’s an easy place to visit if you want a quick nature fix."

"Blaise Castle Estate is a 650 acre Grade II listed site which encompasses a children’s play area, an 18th century mansion and a castle. Immerse yourselves in the history of the buildings, admiring the magnificent Picture Room, Victorian era dolls, toys and period costumes and of course, climb to the top of the castle to admire panoramic views. Finally, on sunny days, the adventure playground, acres of woodland and horse riding trails provide plenty of opportunity for little legs to run wild."

"With a fairytale castle, a giant's footstep, a robbers cave and a a witch's hide-out, it doesn't get much more magical than Blaise Castle Estate. With 400 acres of stunning parkland, Blaise Castle in Henbury is the perfect place to let kids explore and run around for a few hours. The estate also boasts a fantastic and free museum, lovely play area, a lily pond, a café and more."

"About: Brandon Hill is just a short walk away from the city centre, boasting fantastic views over the city and the iconic harbourside!. With the parks impressive trees that turn to gold in the autumna months it provides the perfect canopy for your autumn Instagram upload. The leaf-drenched floors are a perfect photo opporunity as the deep reds, bright oranges and golden browns inject colour into every camera shot."

"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Stevekeiretsu used under CC BY-SA 4.0. Brandon Hill, also known as St Brandon’s Hill, is a hill close to Bristol City center, between the districts of Clifton and Hotwells, in southwest England. This is a nice relaxing area to take the kids for an evening picnic and enjoy the outside world."

"The Botanical Gardens are located within Royal Victoria Park and were formed in 1887. Within their 3.8 hectares (9.5 acres) is one of the finest collections of plants on limestone in the West Country. Less than a mile from Bath City Centre in the north west corner of the Park, the botanical gardens boast many choice trees, shrubs, a fine herbaceous border, a rock garden and pool, a scented walk, a collection of old shrub roses, and a replica of a Roman Temple (the City’s exhibit at the British Empire Exhibition held at Wembley in 1924)."

"The Clifton and Durdham Downs are among the best spots for walks in Bristol, encompassing a massive area to the northwest of Clifton and stretching up to Stoke Bishop and Westbury. They’re another popular spot for BBQs and picnics, but as there are so many walking trails, they’re great for hiking – especially if you’re based in Clifton. You can start at the Suspension Bridge, where you can enjoy picturesque views across the gorge."

"For the greatest free show on earth, all you have to do is look up at the night sky. If you want stars in your eyes then Durdham Down is apparently one of the best places in Bristol to go. Away from the worst of Bristol's light pollution, and without too many trees and buildings to obstruct your view, it is one of the top locations in the country to look at the night sky."

"If vast, rolling green space is what your heart desires, then a visit to Clifton Downs is a must. Head down with family and friends, take a picnic and enjoy hours of fresh air in the great outdoors."

"The River Avon trail starts near Ashton and traverses all the way up to Avonmouth. I’ve hiked the trail to Pill, which is a village about 3/4 of the distance to the sea. From here, you can either turn around and return the same way or cross over a footbridge by the M5 and walk back the other way."

"Boasting a charming, plant-filled beer garden, Bath Brew House is bound to be abuzz with sunseekers and daytime drinkers throughout the warmer months."

"King Street Brewhouse is – as the name suggests – located on King Street near the busy city centre, and it’s another one of my favourite venues in Bristol. It has a huge outdoor area that takes up half of King Street, with marquees to protect it against bad weather!. They serve a variety of different drinks here, including beers made on-site, local cider, and plenty of spirits, including a selection of gin."

"An antipodean & middle eastern inspired menu sets Brew apart from the many exceptional independent coffee shops in Bristol. They offer a hearty flavourful breakfast menu that’s hard to beat as well as locally sourced coffee. We recommend trying the “Brewfast” which features their homemade Brew Beans, alongside a seasonal espresso."

"King St Brewhouse has got to be one of the best craft beer bars in Bristol. Sample your way through some of the delicious offerings from the pub's microbrewery before tucking into a hearty plate of British classics and you'll see what we mean."

"Our friends at The Pig Guide said: "There aren't any starters on the massive menu; instead, the punter is steered gently towards a range of side dishes to accompany an extensive selection of mains divided under three headings: rice dishes, noodles and soup. It may look like a straightforward formula, but the choice is exhaustive (if not exhausting): beef, chicken, duck, prawns, pork, vegetables, tofu, coconut, chilli and on and on and on, in various degrees of attention-grabbing, 'try me' combinations, all at rock-bottom prices.". Satisfied TripAdvisor customers said:. Where: SouthGate, Bath, 33 Southgate St, Bath BA1 1TP. Tel 01225 318500"

"About: We the Curious is one of Bristol’s biggest and best attractions giving visitors the chance to get hands-on with science and technology. With over 300 exhibits, We the Curious is a fantastic day out for the kids taking you on an incredible journey exploring the inner workings of the world around us. Its like an indoor festival, with all sorts of different experiences, where you can interact with exhibits and take part in experiments.We the Curious is for absolutely anyone and everyone!"

"Curious by name, curious by nature: occupying a corner of the sleekly modern Millennium Square, We the Curious deals with all things science. It’s chiefly aimed at children, but there’s enough interactive wizardry here to entertain everyone. There are opportunities to view the blood in your veins, freeze your shadow and create your own short films."

"The exclusive rooftop balcony above Bristol’s science centre, We The Curious, offers unique views over Millennium Square. The terrace was open over summer as part of the ‘What If’ Festival and is also open to private parties. Don’t pass up on an opportunity to visit!"