Clifton Down, Public park in Clifton, Bristol, England.
The 400-acre green space encompasses open fields, walking paths, and recreational areas overlooking the Avon Gorge and Clifton Suspension Bridge.
The land gained protected status in the 19th century when local authorities designated it as common ground to prevent urban development.
Throughout the year, residents gather at Clifton Down for outdoor concerts, community festivals, and the annual kite festival.
Visitors can access exercise stations, football pitches with changing rooms, and a designated barbecue area along Ladies Mile.
The park contains an Iron Age hillfort and the Clifton Observatory, which houses a historical camera obscura and hidden cave.
Location: City of Bristol
GPS coordinates: 51.46934,-2.63426
Latest update: May 15, 2025 15:17
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