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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.

Goram in legend was a giant who fought with his brother Vincent for the attentions of Avona. There are many old names around Bristol that relate to this story and features that depict where one of the giants sat, stamped, dug a trench to allow the river Avon to flow or died. Here is Goram's soap dish.

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.

Just cautious and considerate of walkers, dogs, children... Nice scenic path though

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

Part of Bristol City’s parks and estates so considerate cycling is welcomed. Tarmac surface for most of the riverside route, but it does get very busy at peak times so bring your dog-dodging A-game.

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/

St George’s Park is a beautiful Victorian park in East Bristol. With a picturesque pond at its centre, big areas of grass, many species of trees, community vegetable patch, skate park, playground, bowls lawn, tennis courts, and more, it is a wonderful place for people to come together. There are some great events in the park, too, including Redfest music festival, markets and many other community events. https://visitbristol.co.uk/things-to-do/st-george-park-playground-p1880043