A guided walk, for a maximum of six people, between 2.5 - 3 Hrs long, 12-15,000 steps circa 4-5 miles long, listening to the guide on Audio devices to interesting facts, colourful characters, history and anecdotes on the way.
Clifton, a sleepy village in 1700, developed into the ‘Mayfair’ of Bristol. Walk the suspension bridge, view the dramatic ‘Avon Gorge’, Historic Buildings, Grand Terraces, Crescents & Squares, see the Harbour, Banksy’s, University, Museum, that statue, ending at the Cathedral and Centre.
Join your guide, who having moved to Bristol in 1980, attended Bristol Poly (UWE), I have lived, played rugby, worked off and on in the City for 40 years. I am now semi retired, continually research the city as a Hobby and want to give something back to a place I adore. The style is interactive, flexible, light-hearted and personal.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Listening devices
Departure & Return
Departure:
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Walk 1 Clifton & Victorian Splendour, meet in front of the Observatory Cafe
Itinerary
1
Clifton Suspension Bridge
Walk over, and hear about and see the world famous bridge.
Duration: 40 minutes
2
Royal York Crescent
Walk along the Iconic Crescent
Duration: 10 minutes
3
Hear about the Battle of Boyces Avenue, see where WG Grace lived
Duration: 15 minutes
4
Hear about Woodes Rogers and the Quakers
Duration: 15 minutes
5
Brunel's SS Great Britain
We view from a little known viewing point in Clifton Wood, the Floating Harbour, see Brunel's Wonderful Ship and walk down to college green.
Duration: 20 minutes
6
Bristol Cathedral
13th Century Cathedral, St Marks Chapel and Council House
Duration: 15 minutes
7
Banksy's well hung lover, the Council House and reputed oldest pub the Hatchet, Harveys Famous Warehouse, Hippodrome...
Duration: 15 minutes
8
Statue of Edward Colston
One of the last Sugar factory's in Bristol, via some Street Art, through the Old City Wall, Hear about Bristol's ancient trade Guilds and 'The Statue'.
Duration: 20 minutes
Additional info
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• Wear comfortable shoes, bring water and wear clothing suitable for weather conditions on the day.
• Nature breaks are limited, so please plan ahead.
