Brandon Hill

Off Park Street, Bristol, Somerset and Bristol, BS1 5RR, England
1-90 Years

Description

Brandon Hill is a historic park in Bristol, known for its scenic views, green spaces, and relaxed atmosphere. It offers a peaceful escape in the city with plenty of space for picnics, walks, and family outings. It’s an ideal destination for families, nature lovers, and anyone looking to enjoy outdoor leisure time.

The park features the iconic Cabot Tower, a 105-ft tall structure that provides panoramic views of the city. Visitors can enjoy a children’s play area with swings, climbing frames, and a sandpit, along with a separate area for older kids. The park also includes a nature reserve, walking paths, outdoor exercise stations, and facilities like toilets near the tower. It’s a popular picnic spot, though its hilly terrain may be challenging for some visitors. 

Entry to Brandon Hill, including access to Cabot Tower, is completely free, making it an accessible and budget-friendly destination. 

Overall, Brandon Hill offers a great mix of nature, views, and family-friendly activities. Its combination of open space, play areas, and scenic viewpoints makes it perfect for a relaxing day out. It is a must-visit green space in the heart of Bristol. 

Features

  • Free
  • Host birthday parties: No

Features

  • Hilly park and popular picnic spot with nature reserve and views from Cabot Tower. Brandon Hill Park is a hilly park which is often used to picnic. In the park there is not only a children’s play area, but also features Cabot Tower.
  • Cabot Tower is a 105 ft tall tower and provides great panoramic views of the entire city. Access to the park and climbing Cabot Tower is free of charge.
  • The play area is a dog-free zone and includes a toddler swing and climbing frame within a large sand pit. Outside the sand pit is another play area more suitable for older children.
  • There is climbing frame, swings and a crow’s nest. Other facilities in this park are the toilets which are located close to Cabot Tower. The park is very hilly and therefore may be challenging for people with disabilities and for wheelchair users.

What to see

  • Dog-free Play Area For Under 12s
  • Cabot Tower
  • Brandon Hill Nature Park
  • Toilets Close To Cabot Tower
  • Two Outdoor Exercise Stations
  • Ice Cream Van

Price

Price: Free

Birthday Parties

Offer Birthday Parties: No

  • The park is open at all times. 
  • The toilet facilities are open daily from 8 am till half an hour before dusk. 
  • Cabot Tower is open every day (apart from Christmas Day and New Year’s Day) from approximately 8 am – 7 pm during summer, 8 am – 4 pm during the winter.

Address: Off Park Street, Bristol, Somerset and Bristol, BS1 5RR, England

Post Code: BS1 5RR

Council: Bristol

County: Bristol

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