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Clifton Suspension Bridge

Suspension Bridge Road | Clifton, Bristol BS8 4AP, England
0117 974 4664
Ranked #2 of 94 attractions in Bristol
4.5 of 5 stars 237 Reviews
Type: Bridges, Tourist/ Visitor Centres
Owner description: Designed and built in 1836 by a young engineer, Isambard Kingdom Brunel, this 702-foot-long, 250-foot-high suspension bridge gracefully spans the Avon...... more » Owner description: Designed and built in 1836 by a young engineer, Isambard Kingdom Brunel, this 702-foot-long, 250-foot-high suspension bridge gracefully spans the Avon Gorge between Clifton and Leigh Woods. « less
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 May 2012 NEW

it's there and such a feat of engineering of that day and age. Can't imagine how they did that in the Victorian era in the conditions. The views are stunning and when the sun's out it's just a nice place to walk over. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

The sheer magnificence of this wrought iron structure, its engineering quality and size impact upon the River Avon at Cliftom. Best viewed on a summers day from the relaxed atmosphere of the 'Clifton Hotel' outside viewing area, a stone's throw away on the Clifton side of the bridge, slightly up river, just 5 minutes walk away. More

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Bristol, England, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

One of the better engineering I have ever seen. Must see place in southern england. The cave at the side is pretty good. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

A wonderful piece of engineering - has to be seen to be believed. Walk across both ways - amazing More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

Regular tours Sat and Sun at 3 p.m. by very informative guide who tells you all about isambard kingdom brunel and the building of the famous bridge. It was very interesting and very informal you meet on the green and then walk across the bridge showing you things on the way. Free of charge - with a donation at the... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

Able to walk across on pedestrian walkway, great views. More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

The views from here and the Observatory above are worth the visit. Observatory was closed for repair when we were there. More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2012

bridge is amazing! amazing views, fab construction! well worth it, then a pop inot clifton for coffee/cake/afternoon tea :) More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

The bridge is always a beautiful site even when it rains. More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 May 2012

had to see this bridge, i am glad i did but when you visit you must go over it to get to a small museum about the bridge, recommenned. i am afraid of heights and bridges, but i was determined to do it, and i did. More

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