The Northern Slopes

" The Northern Slopes Nature Reserve incidentally got in my way , if I didn’t visit St Barnabas Church, I might never visit it (which would have been a big mistake to miss it) as google maps are quite misleading - it doesn’t shows green areas there.
It may not be known by to many people at this time (except the locals), because I only found a couple of photos on Instagram from this place, even though it's a pretty large green area, perfect for a good walk, dog walk, sports, and the view from the hilltop to the city is stunning. "

About Northern Slopes Nature Reserve

The Northern Slopes are between Knowle, Knowle West and Bedminster in south Bristol and all offer spectacular views across the city.

The Northern Slopes is made of three areas of green space known as:

Wedmore Vale (or the Bommie)
Glyn Vale
The Novers

The Bommie and Glyn Vale have, together, been designated as a Local Nature Reserve.

The Slopes support a variety of habitats including meadows, hedgerows and wooded areas that provide a haven for birds, butterflies and other wildlife.

Parking

Car parking is available on nearby streets and at The Park, Daventry Road, BS4 1DQ and Knowle West Health Park, Downton Road, BS4 1DQ during opening hours.

Wheelchair/buggy access is limited due to sleep slopes.

The most accessible entrance is beside St Barnabas Church, Daventry Road where a path leads to a view point.

Site Status

Site of Nature Conservation Interest
Local Nature Reserve

Community Support

These sites are managed by Bristol City Council in partnership with the Northern Slopes Initiative, a group of volunteers seeking to maintain, conserve and enhance the Slopes.

History

The Slopes are remnants of former farmland that have gradually become enclosed by housing.

They were converted to allotments during World War II.

Having remained relatively undisturbed in the years since then, the Slopes now provide a green oasis for nature and recreation.

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