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private property very quiet area, lovely bridle paths however have to keep dogs on lead most areas.

The Duchess Pond in the Stoke Park estate is used as a fishing lake. Despite its noisy proximity to the motorway it's a nice place to walk and you may see water birds that are otherwise rare in the Bristol area. Look out for reed warblers, reed bunting and Egyptian geese.

A lovely little pond on the Stoke Park Estate, this would be a tranquil spot were it not for the nearby M32. Nevertheless, it's a pleasant spot both in terms of its scenery and its wildlife. The pond supports bird species such as reed warbler and reed bunting and is also used for angling.

One of the highlights (of which there are many) of a truly beautiful and secluded valley.

A picturesque fishing lake. A good place to stop for a break.

From Raven's Rock, you get a wonderful view over Wick Quarry pond and beyond. There is a great deal of conservation happening around here, too. Limestone grassland such as that found near Raven's Rock is a nationally important habitat for many different species.

Bitterwell Lake is a man-made lake that once belonged to the Coalpit Heath Colliery Company. The lake was used to soak pit props for the mine until the closure of the mine. In 1930, the lake was aquired by the Westerleigh Parish Council who transformed it into a place to fishing, swimming, and boating. You can find more information, here: https://bitterwelllake.co.uk/

Going down the steep tracks are fun but make sure you know the line to take as you can get wheel caught in foot or rabbit hole.