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Clifton Avon Gorge and Bristol's Waterfront.

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Overview

Walk around Georgian and Victorian Clifton area before crossing the famous suspension bridge on foot, then descending through woods to the bottom of the gorge, following the River Avon through the harbour areas to Bristol Temple Meads Station.  With potential for drinks etc at a well-known pub chain.

No stiles, little mud, one hill down.

Saturday, 6 January 2024
Meeting time:
9:05 am
Start time:
10:26 am
Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
12.9km / 8.0mi
Ascent:
-30.5m / -100ft
Type:
linear

Groupsave or Railcard Off Peak Day Return Fare Swindon to Clifton Down Station £14.15, changing at Bristol Temple Meads Station.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Toilets available
  • Accessible by public transport
  • No car needed
  • No Stiles

Meeting point

Grid reference:
SU 14899 85101
Nearest postcode:
SN1 1EE
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Meeting time:
9:05 am

Swindon Railway Station

Starting point

Grid reference:
ST 57600 74201
Nearest postcode:
BS8 2AS
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Start time:
10:26 am

Clifton Down Station

Finishing point

Grid reference:
ST 59791 72383
Nearest postcode:
BS1 6QF
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Estimated finish time:
3:00 pm

Bristol Temple Meads Station

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