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Leigh Woods

National nature reserve with a history that dates back to a hill fort in the Middle Ages. The woods have hiking trails and mountain biking circuits (from moderate to advanced difficulty levels) signposted. It's possible to descend into the Avon Gorge on the north side of the woods, although you'll need dry weather for this — after rain the trails turn into a mud swamp.

Getting there
cross the Suspension Bridge and turn right at Ashton Court Gate, continue 800 m, the is signposted
Hours
Open now · open 24 hours
Weekly hours
SunOpen 24 hours
MonOpen 24 hours
TueOpen 24 hours
WedOpen 24 hours
ThuOpen 24 hours
FriOpen 24 hours
SatOpen 24 hours
Price
Free

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Updated 28 Sept 2026. Something wrong? Tell us.