Barton Hill Heritage Trail Two

Walks, England, Bristol
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Barton Hill Heritage Trail Two

Redfield, Bristol

by travelwest

  • 25 minutes / 0.9km
  • 7

Come ‘down the Brillas’ on this tour of two former industrial sites and explore the history of the slum clearance.

  • Great views
  • Public transport
  • Picnic spot
  • History
  • Dog friendly
  • Child friendly
  • Audio guide

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  1. The walk begins at Marsh Lane bridge to observe the tree-lined Feeder Canal at the junction with Feeder Road.

    Step 1: The walk begins at Marsh Lane bridge to observe the tree-lined Feeder Canal at the junction with Feeder Road.

  2. Step 2: The nearest bus stops are Beam Street at the other end of Marsh Lane, and Netham Park which is on the other side of the park to this.

  3. Walk up Marsh Lane past the small green on the left.

    Step 3: Walk up Marsh Lane past the small green on the left.

  4. Turn left into Herapath Street, named after nationally-renowned scientist and social reformer William Herapath (1796 – 1868).

    Step 4: Turn left into Herapath Street, named after nationally-renowned scientist and social reformer William Herapath (1796 – 1868).

  5. Continue straight to meet Barton Hill Trading Estate at the end, much of which was the site for the old cotton mill. Turn right here.

    Step 5: Continue straight to meet Barton Hill Trading Estate at the end, much of which was the site for the old cotton mill. Turn right here.

  6. Turn left on Glendare Street and follow the road to the right where it becomes Great Western Lane.

    Step 6: Turn left on Glendare Street and follow the road to the right where it becomes Great Western Lane.

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