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Leafy path into Brandon Hill Park

Leafy path into Brandon Hill Park. Photographed 2025; appearance may have changed.Photo: DS Pugh · CC BY-SA 2.0

Local walk

Brandon Hill & Harbourside Loop

Bristol · BS1 5RR

A central Bristol dog walk combining Brandon Hill's green space and city views with a loop around the historic harbourside.

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At a glance

Plan the route

Distance

4 km

Typical time

1 hr 15 min

Route

Circular

Difficulty

Easy

Terrain

Park paths, paved harbourside and urban footpaths.

Lead and off-lead guidance

Dogs can enjoy Brandon Hill and the harbourside; keep them under close control and use a lead around roads, crowds and the waterfront.

Hazards and road sections

Busy roads and crossings between sections; unfenced water along parts of the harbour.

Practical details

Before you set off

Water

Yes

Bins

Yes

Toilets

Yes

Parking

City-centre paid parking available nearby.

Public transport

Excellent bus links; Bristol Temple Meads is within walking distance of the harbour.

Accessibility

Mostly paved on the harbour section; Brandon Hill has slopes and some stepped paths.