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City of Bristol

Clifton Suspension Bridge – Clifton Observatory loop from Bristol

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United Kingdom
England
South West England
City of Bristol

Clifton Suspension Bridge – Clifton Observatory loop from Bristol

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Clifton Suspension Bridge – Clifton Observatory loop from Bristol

01:50

6.50km

130m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 23, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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585 m

View of the River Avon

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The Avon is a tidal river all the way inland to Netham Lock in Bristol. Below the lock, the river is directly influenced by the tides of the Bristol Channel and the Severn Estuary.

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830 m

Clifton Suspension Bridge

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Spanning the spectacular Avon Gorge, Clifton Suspension Bridge is one of Bristol's most iconic landmarks. The bridge has been a toll bridge since it opened in 1864, connecting Clifton to …

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2.79 km

View of Clifton Suspension Bridge

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From this spot, you get an amazing view of Clifton Suspension Bridge crossing the Avon Gorge with the city behind it. Behind the viewpoint is Stokeleigh Camp, an Iron Age …

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3.12 km

Stokeleigh Camp Iron Age Fort

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Stokeleigh Camp in Leigh woods is an Iron Age promontory fort. If they had kept the trees clear, there would be strategic views and steeps terrain down over the river …

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5.40 km

Public toilets at Clifton Suspension Bridge

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Public Loos. Free

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5.63 km

Giant's Cave

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5.64 km

Clifton Observatory

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With a café and a great view over the bridge, the observatory also hosts the entrance to a tunnel leading to the cave below.

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5.72 km

View of Clifton Suspension Bridge

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Observatory sat atop the Avon Gorge and overlooking the Clifton Suspension Bridge. The views are stunning and there are many lovely walking paths leading up to the observatory. Great for runners and hikers.

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6.50 km

End point

Bus stop

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.00 km

1.76 km

1.32 km

410 m

Surfaces

3.10 km

1.46 km

861 m

769 m

250 m

< 100 m

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