Bristol Bath Railway Path Step-free

Walks, England, Bristol
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Bristol Bath Railway Path Step-free

Bristol

by travelwest

  • 2hr 30m / 9km
  • 15

A linear out-and-back stroll along the the start of the Bristol Path Railway Path from Temple Meads. Option to catch a bus back halfway.

  • Wildlife
  • Wheel friendly
  • Water feature
  • Great views
  • Public transport
  • Child friendly

Walk preview

Map preview for Bristol Bath Railway Path Step-free
  1. This route starts at Bristol Temple Meads railway station. You can also start the route at step 47 and just walk the second half.

    Step 1: This route starts at Bristol Temple Meads railway station. You can also start the route at step 47 and just walk the second half.

  2. Exit Bristol Temple Meads station following the Temple Quay and Ferry signs.

    Step 2: Exit Bristol Temple Meads station following the Temple Quay and Ferry signs.

  3. You'll see signs to follow to the Bristol & Bath Railway Path (BBRP). Head down the ramp towards a small car park.

    Step 3: You'll see signs to follow to the Bristol & Bath Railway Path (BBRP). Head down the ramp towards a small car park.

  4. Cross the car park with care.

    Step 4: Cross the car park with care.

  5. Turn right onto a shared path towards a wide metal bridge known locally as the Cheese Grater Bridge.

    Step 5: Turn right onto a shared path towards a wide metal bridge known locally as the Cheese Grater Bridge.

  6. Use Meads Reach Bridge to cross the Floating Harbour. The bridge was opened in 2008 and won an award from RIBA.

    Step 6: Use Meads Reach Bridge to cross the Floating Harbour. The bridge was opened in 2008 and won an award from RIBA.

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