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With a picturesque riverside setting the Avon Valley Country Park is a great venue for picnics and relaxation. Leisure options include a boating lake, petting zoo and miniature steam train rides.
Address: Pixash Lane Bristol GLS England BS31 1TS
 Send an Email  +44 (0) 117 986 4929
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Batsford nurtures plantlife from all corners of the world in a picturesque Cotswolds location. There is a Japanese theme throughout the arboretum with Oriental flora featuring heavily.
Address: Batsford Park Moreton-in-Marsh GLS England GL56 9QB
Send an Email +44 (0) 1386 701441
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Over 300 species of wildlife reside in 12 acres of splendid gardens at Bristol Zoo. Attractions include primates, lions, sealife and reptiles. There are many educational facets to the zoo and guided tours can be arranged.
Address: Clifton, Bristol GLS England BS8 3HA
Send an Email (1) +44 (0) 11 7970 6176
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Birdland is home to over 500 types of birds with flamingos, pelicans and penguins among the best-loved residents. There is also a trout pool, play area and picnickers enjoy the scenery from the grassy banks of the river Windrush. Send an Email
+44 (0) 1451 820480
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Woodchester Park is a wild garden with a series of lakes leading to a hidden grove. There are well-marked trails to guide you through the grounds and Woodchester Mansion is often open for visitors.
Address: Nympsfield Stroud GLS England GL10 3TS
Send an Email +44 (0) 1452 814213
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The Forest of Dean is an untouched and wild protected area that lies between the rivers Wye and Severn. Attractions include ancient mining sites, heritage centres preserving the history of the forest, a stained glass studio and a restored steam train that takes visitors through the forest. There are many shops, restaurants and cafes to relax and refuel in after exploring the forest's caves and walking trails. Send an Email
+44 (0) 1594 812388
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Formerly the estate of the well-to-do Smyth family, Ashton Court is now publically owned parkland with plenty of leisure options including golf, equestrian pursuits and biking trails. Send an Email
+44 (0) 117 963 9174
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Bourton House has a smaller and relatively younger sibling of the Cotswolds public gardens family. It has innovative planting and design ideas which compliment the historic stone manor well. Send an Email
+44 (0) 1386 700754
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Westbury Court is home to England's only Dutch water garden and has many plants typically associated with 16th and 17th century ornamental gardens.
Address: Westbury-on-Severn Cinderford GLS England GL14 1PD
Send an Email +44 (0) 1452 760461
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This charming Rococo garden is hidden in a valley near the Cotswold town of Painswick. There is an informal cafe bar and children's nature trail to further compliment the well kept landscape. Send an Email
+44 (0) 1452 813204
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Westonbirt is home to an extensive arboretum with over 600 acres of trees shrubs and plants from all over the world to marvel at. There are occasional concerts featuring all types of artists in these impressive surroundings.
+44 (0) 1666 880220
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The Hidcote Manor Garden is layed out in a series of outdoor rooms with shrubs, hedges and borders forming the walls and furniture. Designer Major Lawrence Johnson was heavily influenced by the decorative Arts and Crafts movement of the late 19th century.
Address: Hidcote Bartrim Hidcote Boyce GLS England GL55 6LR
Send an Email +44 (0) 1386 438333
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Stanway House is a Jacobean stately home constructed by the Tracy line of the Earls of Wemyss, beginning in the 16th century. Before that, it housed four monks as the Tewkesbury Abbey. It sits surrounded by fantastic landscaped water gardens which feature a spectacular fountain, constructed in 2004 and the tallest in the United Kingdom, as their centrepiece. Send an Email
+44 (0) 1386 584528
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The Wetland Centre at Slimbridge has many feathered residents including rare species of ducks, geese and swans. During hatching seasons guests can cuddle newly-born ducklings. Send an Email
+44 (0) 1453 891900
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Hengrove Play Park is a former airfield which has been converted into a free adventure playground for younger children. There is also a skatepark and wildlife zone. Send an Email
+44 (0) 1275 836946
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One of the oldest park areas in Bristol, Brandon Hill is located in the centre of the city. The hill provides a fabulous view of the area, and was once used as a defence post. Cabot Tower and a children's playground are within the park limits.
Address: Off Great George Street Bristol GLS England
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