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The Downs consists of Clifton Down and Durdham Down, bordering the Clifton Village, Clifton and Redland areas of Bristol. Together they represent a huge area of protected parkland right on the edge of the city within walking distance of other major attractions such as the Clifton Susupension Bridge, giving the impression of being surrounded by countryside.

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Facilities

Accessibility

  • All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors - The Downs has many level areas and is crisscrossed with many footpaths.
  • Guide Dogs Permitted
  • Toilets for Disabled Visitors

Catering

  • On-Site café/restaurant - Cafe at Stoke Road, refreshments units, ice-cream vans - burger vans.
  • Picnic Site - Many natural areas for Picnic but no bbqs

Children & Infants

  • Facilities for children

Establishment Features

  • Dog Friendly
  • Open All Year
  • Tea / Coffee Shop
  • Toilets

Key Features

  • Families
  • Outdoor Attraction

Parking & Transport

  • Car parking
  • On Bus Route
  • Parking (free) - Free parking on roads around the Downs

Specialist Features

  • Family Fun
  • Marketed towards children
  • Marketed towards families
  • Marketed towards senior citizens
  • Marketed towards student/youth

Tours and Demonstrations

  • Guided Tours Available for Groups - Small groups led by Bristol Zoo Educational Officer.

Map & Directions

The Downs

Type:Municipal Park

Clifton, Bristol
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Opening Times

Open (1 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024)

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