Hidden Histories in Barton Hill

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Hidden Histories in Barton Hill

Redfield, Bristol

by travelwest

  • 25 minutes / 1.7km
  • 7

A circular walk through local green spaces and reminders of the area's history. Wheel-friendly but does have some kerbs at road crossings.

  • Public toilets
  • Refreshments
  • Public transport
  • History
  • Dog friendly
  • Child friendly

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  1. This walk starts at Wellspring settlement on Beam Street. The nearest bus stop is 'Beam Street' on Avondale Road. There are toilets here.

    Step 1: This walk starts at Wellspring settlement on Beam Street. The nearest bus stop is 'Beam Street' on Avondale Road. There are toilets here.

  2. With your back to the centre, cross the car park lane and head onto the path to the left of it, alongside the apartment block.

    Step 2: With your back to the centre, cross the car park lane and head onto the path to the left of it, alongside the apartment block.

  3. Turn left just after the tower block onto the tarmac path lined with young trees. Continue onto the small access road to reach Avondale Road.

    Step 3: Turn left just after the tower block onto the tarmac path lined with young trees. Continue onto the small access road to reach Avondale Road.

  4. Turn right into Avondale Road.

    Step 4: Turn right into Avondale Road.

  5. After a row of housing you'll meet St Luke's Church, a Grade II listed building.

    Step 5: After a row of housing you'll meet St Luke's Church, a Grade II listed building.

  6. The garden provides a peaceful space. Pop in if the gate is open.

    Step 6: The garden provides a peaceful space. Pop in if the gate is open.

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