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Couple of great pubs by the riverside

you may have to get off the bike at some point as there is a pretty steep slope. Also be mindful it gets pretty muddy when it rains

loose chippings, careful on those corners at speed

Conham River Park has breathtaking beauty around every corner. The woodland and river are home to lots of wildlife; herons can regularly be observed, bats can be seen at dusk, water voles can be spotted, and many bird species inhabit the area. Alongside the Avon is a Local Nature Reserve composed of three maturing broadleaved woodlands. There are lots of places to relax, as well as swimming spots and many trails to explore. It can get busy at times, especially hot summer days, but it’s easy to see why. A wonderful escape from the city! You can follow the riverside path (albeit with a couple of crossings) all the way to Bath, which makes for a wonderful walk or jog.

The trees on the opposite side of the river are used by nesting grey herons every year. The prehistoric-looking birds have been using this site as a ‘heronry’ for a number of years now. Herons arrive in February and typically lay their eggs in the same nests each year, which hatch between March and April. The best time to observe the birds is in April, when nests are still visible before they become obscured by tree leaves.

Hailed as Bristol's best-kept secret, Beese's is a wonderful riverside bar with a large, charismatic and sunny beer garden overlooking the Avon. It’s something of a Bristol institution. The bar opens from spring to late summer every year and serves good food and drink. You can catch the occasional gig here, too. Access is via the Conham River Ferry (directly across on the opposite bank) for £1, which travels whenever people need it. Alternatively, you can head round to Eastwood Farm. The large meadow next to Beese’s is the ‘Costa del Bristol’ — a popular wild swimming, sunbathing and picnic spot that is brilliant on a summer afternoon.

Birch Wood is a woodland full of character. There is a huge cliff at one side and lots of rooty tracks to explore. In Spring, bluebells carpet the woodland, followed by wild garlic and a thick canopy of green in Summer. In Autumn, you get fabulous red and golds. There is plenty of wildlife to observe in the woods, too. There are old signs saying the woodland is private property. However, ignore these. There are long-established paths through the woodland and it is much-enjoyed by the community.

Nightingale Valley is a hidden gem in this part of Bristol. The area is composed of mixed woodland and small fields with the Brislington Brook flowing through its heart. There are lots of trails to explore along the valley bottom and along its steep sides. Nearby St Anne’s Wood makes for a great extension if you are exploring.