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Old Down Country Park

Foxholes Lane | Tockington, Bristol BS32 4PG , England
0845 6830730
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Ranked #33 of 94 attractions in Bristol
3.5 of 5 stars 13 Reviews
Type: Zoos, Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Traveller Description: Old Down Country Park  - real family fun Old Down Country Park reopened this year and its a great place to visit as a family. Plenty to keep the kids... more »
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Bristol, United Kingdom
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

This was a hidden gem. After trawling the internet for a reasonably priced day out for 2+2, I am so please we came here. I noticed there were lots of faamilies with very young children (under 7's) and i would say it was more sutiable for olders ones - mine are 8 & 9.5 - who need less input from... More

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Bristol
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36 reviews 36 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012
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We've eaten in the Bistro 4 times now and will be returning very soon. Last time we had the Tapas menu which was gorgeous, really authentic. Previously I've always had the fish and found it to be superb. The staff are so friendly and the manager really knowledgable about the dishes and happy to discuss recommendations etc. The atmosphere is... More

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Bristol, United Kingdom
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67 reviews 67 reviews
Reviews in 35 cities Reviews in 35 cities
51 helpful votes 51 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2012

Although the park is aimed more at younger children we decided to visit to try it out on our two young teenagers. There are lots of animals to see and pet as well as an extensive adventure playground. The grounds are quite extensive and include some lovely views of both the Severn bridges. The cafe was very good, with decently... More

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Bristol
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1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2012
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My husband and I are regular visitors to the cafe and especially the Bistro at Old Down, the food is FAB, its good value for money, they do a great sunday lunch in the cafe and the Bistro menu is mouth watering, we can highly recommend, its now our no 1 restaurant.....and the staff are great too!! More

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Weston-super-Mare, United Kingdom
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14 reviews 14 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 March 2012
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Mmm seems like a while since anyone has reviewed this place. We found it great for a family with small children - very relaxing. Staff were great and there is more than enough to see and do. More like a big farm really but spread over quite a large area. Nice to stroll around the gardens and look at the... More

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Bristol, United Kingdom
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 December 2011

I remember going here a few years ago and having a great time. Unfortunately things have changed a lot. They no longer own the property that the main attractions were housed on. Good points: bouncing pillow was great for little ones, assault course was well thought out and well constructed for older pre-teens. Otherwise the place looked pretty dismal I'm... More

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21 reviews 21 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 December 2011
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I visited here twice this month. The first time with a friend to take some photos of the animals (I have been here a few times in the past with work) and again last week with my brother and the 2 dogs. it's a lovely park. has a selection of animals including donkeys, lots of chickens, some goats, pigs, llamas,... More

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Portishead, United Kingdom
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 November 2011

visited today as a couple with a toddler. the place has so much potential but i was alarmed at the lack oh health and safety.there is a deep well between reception/two play areas-no sign until you are literally on top of it-no fencing either. great trampolines but netting has huge hole/ spring gone on smaller one.staff drove into the playground... More

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Bristol, United Kingdom
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 July 2011

Having lived all my life in the Bristol area im amazed I had never been to or heard of Old Down Country Park before. I took my 4 year old son there after it was recommended to me by a friend. This is a quality, very good value for money small attraction. You will find a wide array of farm... More

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Wiltshire, UK
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2011
1
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First of all, I have to say that we (young couple + toddler) spent a lovely afternoon at the country park. The park has all the ingredients to be successful country park (lots of parking, really good children/teenagers attractions, well looked after animals, lovely vegetable gardens, etc) and I will definitively recommend it to friends. However, there was also lots... More

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