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 | | | | | | | | | |  BBC copyright | | The ancient estate of Ashton Court covers 850 acres of woods and grassland with breathtaking views over the city of Bristol. This historic park is one of the best spots to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city - without leaving it at all. | |  | Wildlife is increasingly finding its way into our towns and cities. Find out about some urban wildlife adventures.
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| | | Ashton Court - Visitor Guide | | Address: | Ashton Court, Rowham Hill, Long Ashton, Bristol. | | Postcode | BS8 3 | | Telephone: | Estate (parks & outdoor events) 0117 963 9176 | | e-mail | cheri_seddon@bristol-city.gov.uk | | Maps: | Multimap of Ashton Court area. | | Ordnance Survey: | OS reference: ST544725 | | Key attractions: | Nature watching. Ballooning - Ashton Court is internationally famous for being Europe's premier ballooning destination. | | Essential kit: | Kit - walking shoes. Tree guide or identification book. | | Nature watching: | Gardens and walks. Mansion house. Tree Gazing walks. Deer watching - look for the deer at the entrance to park - dawn and dusk are the best times to watch them.
Three main plantations: Clarkencombe - ancient wood pasture with ancient old oak trees. Rownham Plantation - bluebells in spring.
Summerhouse Plantation - interesting land forms and archaeology. | | Facilities: | Manor House. Gardens and grounds - deer park. Visitor Centre Café in the old stable block of the Mansion. Pitch and Put golf courses. | | Access: | Disabled access: | | Getting there: | Located to the west of Bristol city centre. Take the A369 Clanage Road through Clifton Lodge, and turn onto the A369 at Abbots Leigh Road. Alternatively arrive via the B3128 near Long Ashton.
The main entrances are situated off the A369 Portishead Road. | | Opening times: | Opening times: 8am-dusk. | | Charges: | Admission is free (excluding some events). |
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