Ashton Court Estate

850 acres of woodland, deer, and history

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Ashton Court Estate

Just a stone's throw from the iconic Clifton Suspension Bridge lies the magnificent Ashton Court Estate, a sprawling 850-acre historic parkland.

This vast expanse of ancient woodland, open grassland, and beautiful gardens is a beloved escape for locals and visitors alike. At its heart sits a stunning historic mansion featuring dramatic Gothic styling.

The estate is most famous for its resident herds of red and fallow deer, which roam freely within dedicated enclosures. 

It is an outdoor paradise offering miles of walking and cycling trails, a miniature railway, two 18-hole pitch-and-putt golf courses, and designated mountain biking tracks. Every August, the estate comes alive as the home of the world-famous Bristol International Balloon Fiesta, where hundreds of hot air balloons take to the sky. It is the ultimate free destination for nature lovers and active families.

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