The Downs & Sea Walls Loop

Bristol · BS9 1FG

A spacious dog walk across Durdham Down and Clifton Down with broad grassland, tree-lined paths and views over the Avon Gorge from Sea Walls.

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At a glance

Plan the route

Distance

4.5 km

Typical time

1 hr 15 min

Route

Circular

Difficulty

Easy

Terrain

Open grassland, paved paths and woodland edges.

Lead and off-lead guidance

Very popular with dog walkers. Off-lead exercise may be suitable away from roads for dogs with reliable recall; keep dogs controlled near roads, wildlife and busy areas.

Hazards and road sections

Several busy roads cross or border the Downs; steep gorge edges near viewpoints.

Practical details

Before you set off

Water

Bins

Yes

Toilets

Parking

Roadside parking is available in parts of the Downs; restrictions may apply.

Public transport

Frequent buses serve Whiteladies Road, Clifton and Westbury Road.

Accessibility

Many broad, relatively level paths, though grass can become soft or muddy.