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The lake at Eastville Park

The lake at Eastville Park. Photographed 2026; appearance may have changed.Photo: Ruth Sharville · CC BY-SA 2.0

Local walk

Eastville Park & River Frome Loop

Bristol · BS5 6XA

A city dog walk around Eastville Park with open grass, a lake and wooded paths alongside the River Frome.

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At a glance

Plan the route

Distance

3 km

Typical time

1 hour

Route

Circular

Difficulty

Easy

Terrain

Parkland, riverside paths, woodland and surfaced paths.

Lead and off-lead guidance

Popular for dog walking. Keep dogs under control around the lake, wildlife and busy shared paths; use a lead where signed.

Hazards and road sections

Water edges and muddy riverside sections; cyclists and runners share some paths.

Practical details

Before you set off

Water

Yes

Bins

Yes

Toilets

No

Parking

Local parking is available around the park; check restrictions.

Public transport

Frequent buses serve Fishponds Road and Eastville.

Accessibility

A mixture of flatter park paths and woodland/riverside sections.