Ham Green Lake – River Avon Trail loop from Portishead

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Ham Green Lake – River Avon Trail loop from Portishead

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Ham Green Lake – River Avon Trail loop from Portishead

02:00

32.1km

180m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 26, 2026

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2.50 km

Portbury Stone Bridge Cycle Path

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Really well surfaced fine gravel route between Pill and Portishead. It does involve some blind, loosely surfaced, sharp corners; therefore I am glad it's usually quieter than you would expect …

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Watch House Hill Sculptures

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Ham Green Lake

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Feels really peaceful here. Having descended Chapel Pill lane its a nice place to stop and watch people fishing.

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River Avon Trail

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Nice gravelly path with options going up into Leigh Woods. Gets very wet at times, and sometimes the river comes up over the path! Lots of dog walkers and families at weekends so dont go mad!

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View of Clifton Suspension Bridge

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An excellent spot to sit before the crowds arrive later in the day and, early in the morning, the area is full of bunnies.

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Pill Path and View of Clifton Suspension Bridge

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The Pill cycling path is a great way to explore the city of Bristol and its surroundings. The path is well-maintained and mostly flat, making it a perfect option for …

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22.0 km

Avon Riverside Path (Bristol to Pill)

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Linking Bristol to Pill, this sometimes gravelly, sometimes rooty and mucky trail runs alongside the River Avon and is perfect for riders, walkers and joggers. Take more care during peak …

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25.8 km

Crockerne Pill

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Pill has a rich maritime history and was traditionally home to the Bristol Pilots who guided ships up the Bristol Channel, through the Avon Gorge and into the Port of …

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