Cheddar Complex Nature Reserve dog walk
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by Philip
5y ago
Three Somerset nature reserves make up the Cheddar Complex: Black Rock, Long Wood and Velvet Bottom. The area is rich in history and famous for its caves and the spectacular Cheddar Gorge. Our Cheddar Complex nature reserve dog walk begins at the south entrance that takes us to Black Rock.  There is roadside parking on Cliff Road, however it is limited.  Further parking can be found at the Velvet Bottom entrance in Charterhouse.    Black Rock We are following the Black Rock red trail (2.4km).  First we walk past the Limekiln which was built in 1929 when Black Rock was being qua ..read more
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Troopers Hill Bristol dog walk with Dave
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by Philip
5y ago
Troopers Hill overlooks the city of Bristol and beyond. The Hill contains an interesting mix of history, wild plants and animals. A distinctive chimney dominates the hillside. Our Troopers Hill Bristol dog walk is with Dave, a handsome three year old Labrador Retriever. We start from the Troopers Hill road entrance. It is a short and reasonably steep walk to the top of the hill. The views here are amazing and it is also a great spot to watch the Bristol Balloon Fiesta. Views from the top of Troopers Hill Dave Chimney standing on top of Troopers HillThe hill is dominat ..read more
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Old Sneed Park Nature Reserve Dog Walk
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by Philip
5y ago
This steep sided valley offers grassland, woodland, rare flower meadows and a lake complete with ducks and moorhens. The land belongs to BCC and the Friends of Sneed Park help them maintain this lovely piece of calm and tranquility. Our Old Sneed Park Nature Reserve dog walk begins at the Glenavon Park entrance.  The path slopes steeply down towards woodland and grassland.   Welcome leaflet Map of the Nature Reserve The oldest trees in the park are the oaks which where here when the area was a deer park and are about three hundered years old. In the spring the woodland floor ha ..read more
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Paradise Bottom Bristol dog walk
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by Philip
5y ago
Paradise Bottom was designed by landscape gardener Humphry Repton in the 18th Century. It was a picturesque pleasure garden created to impress guests and lead to a vista of the river Avon. The gardens have been restored by the Forestry Commission. The path to Paradise Bottom Our Paradise Bottom Bristol dog walk begins by following the path down the valley. The woodland paths provide access to a varied forest scenery, including a Giant Redwood and Fulham Oak. Many of these exotic tree plantings were imported in the 1860’s. Giant RedwoodSome of the trees have a name tagWe ..read more
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Prior Park Bath Dog Walk
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by Philip
5y ago
The Prior Park estate was established by Ralph Allen, a wealthy businessman, postal reformer, and future mayor of Bath. The gardens were designed by the poet Alexander Pope and landscape gardener Capability Brown. The mansion is now home to Prior Park College and the parkland is maintained by the National Trust. Our Prior Park Bath dog walk begins at the visitor entrance on Ralph Allen Drive. The weather is fine and water has been provided for dogs at various locations around the estate. The Palladian bridge View from the top of Prior Park valleyWe take in the views from the t ..read more
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Mina Road Park Bristol Puppy Walk with Jasper
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by Philip
5y ago
Mina Road Park is a typical Victorian park located in St Werburghs. We visit with puppy Jasper and have fun exploring and making new doggy friends. This park is very community focused and popular with families, sunbathers, local workers on their break and dog walkers.  There are various activities and festivals held in the park, like Picnic in the Park which is organised by The St Werburghs Centre. Jasper is excited to start his walkThere is a large central grassed area which is great for dogs to run around on and play. It’s very clean and tidy and the grass is cut regularly. Ma ..read more
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Outdoor Paws in UK Top Dog Blog Feedspot list
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by Philip
5y ago
The Outdoor Paws blog has been selected to appear in the feedspot Top 10 UK Dog Blogs and Websites in 2019.  You can find out about the other dog blogs by visiting blog.feedspot The post Outdoor Paws in UK Top Dog Blog Feedspot list appeared first on Outdoor Paws ..read more
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