Stockwood Open Space
One of the largest patches of green space in Bristol, Stockwood Open Space boasts ancient woodland, beautiful wildflower meadows, ponds and a large orchard brimming with apples in the autumn. An excellent place to go exploring in the winter where you can forage for winter berries, explore hidden paths, and keep an eye out for the deer that are often spotted bounding across the meadows.
Location: The site is in Stockwood, south east Bristol. The two main access points are beside Brislington School at Hungerford Gardens and The Coots, Stockwood. Alternative entrances include Whittock Road, Stockwood Road and Holsom Close. Stockwood Nature Reserve, Hungerford Gardens, Stockwood, BS14 8XX
Concerned about something at the site? You can report any issues directly to the landowner Bristol City Council here - Report a problem in a park or open space - bristol.gov.uk
Female Glow-worm, Stockwood Open Space, (c) Andy Parsons
Toads, Stockwood Open Space, (c) Ken Hadlow
Great Crested Newt, Stockwood Open Space, (c) Rosie Jackson
Glow-worm Larvae, Stockwood Open Space, (c) Emily Perkins
Managing Grasslands for Wildlife Training Day, Stockwood Open Space, (c) Alex Dommett
Black-and-yellow Longhorn Beetle on Hedge Bindweed, Stockwood Open Space, (c) Mark Veale
Roe Deer, Stockwood Open Space, (c) Ken Hadlow
Fox, Stockwood Open Space, (c) Mark Veale
Wild Cats (Wild City Action Team) Volunteers, Hazel Coppicing, Stockwood Open Space, (c) Rosie Jackson
Get involved: There are many passionate local people who care about the Open Space. The Friends of Stockwood Open Spaces is an online group of people who share their wildlife sightings, ask for advice and occasionally arrange community events such as litter picks, apple pressing, and wildlife walks.
On Facebook? Why not join The Friends of Stockwood Open Spaces group for wildlife sightings, opportunities and updates. Or join BS14 Wildlife Group for wildlife spots and nature-friendly ideas across the area.
Wildlife monitoring is a great way to support local wildlife sites! Find out more about wildlife monitoring and how it helps protect nature on our blog here. Fancy looking for butterflies on the Open Space? There's already a butterfly route mapped for this special site - Stockwood Open Space Butterfly Monitoring_0.pdf (avonwildlifetrust.org.uk). You can also contact nature.parks@bristol.gov.uk for further support to monitor a range of species and explore options for wildlife monitoring across the city here.
Get the most from your visit with downloadable maps and resources below:
Download an illustrated map of the site
Stockwood Open Space Map, (c) Rebecca Howard
Stockwood Cubs Leaflet, Stockwood Open Space
Team Wilder, Illustration by Hannah Bunn
Want to do something for nature in your community? Find top tips, advice, and resources from people doing fantastic things for people and wildlife across the region as part of Team Wilder here