Clifton Suspension Bridge

Brunel’s world famous Clifton Suspension Bridge is the symbol of Bristol! Our Visitor Information Centre is free to visit and we are open 10am-5pm daily throughout the year. We provide free tours at 3pm every Saturday and Sunday from Easter Sunday to October.

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    cliftonbridge.org.uk

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Bridge Rd Bristol BS8 3PA United Kingdom

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Olly Stedall

In 1979, David Kirke of the Oxford University Dangerous Sports Club performed the world's 'first' bungie jump from here. He was promptly arrested, & later released after promising not to do it again!

Sergey Alexeev

A new type of suspension bridge with a large span- http://blog.dp.ru/post/5191/. Progress does not stand still , If at the same time we are able to give up old patterns of thinking ))

Shaun Weston

Sit and soak up the views . There are so many! There's a handy chippy not too far away, and a handy toilet for wees and suchlike.

Simon Berenyi

Get there early in the morning, especially at the weekends when few cars are on the bridge for better images and experience.

Bill Drayton

Since I live in Long Ashton , and I go to church in Clifton, I decided one Sunday to go back home using the Clifton Suspension Bridge. This bridge must be unique. The views are stunning.

Stephen Whitworth

On the Clifton side, make sure you go down the paths near the Avon Gorge hotel for some lovely quiet views .

Sergey Alexeev

A new type of suspension bridge with a large - http://blog.dp.ru/post/5191/ . Progress does not stand still, the use of new materials and technologies gives amazing results.

Richard Wheatley

Check out the free visitor centre to discover how Brunel’s bridge was built using innvocative techniques during the 1800’s.

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Designed and built in 1836 by a young engineer , Isambard Kingdom Brunel , this 702-ft-long, 250-ft-high suspension bridge gracefully spans the Avon Gorge between Clifton and Leigh Woods.

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Mark Watson says... "Clifton Suspension Bridge. One of the country 's most beautiful bridges and for that reason, once one of the country 's most popular suicide spots. They've now put some signs up for Read more

Chris R (thechristophe)

The original, stop in the middle to feel it bouncing.

Melle Elle

Lovely views and sunset . The nearby White Lion is good for a pint with a view .

Maddy Andrews

Great for a cheap sightseeing tour of Bristol, great views on a nice day as well .

Jon Ewing

There are some quite old reviews on here so FYI it now costs £1 to drive across (each way). If you are really afraid of heights then walking across may not be for you.

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One of the famous land marks must visit in Bristol

Mélissa D.

Beautiful ! There is Ashton Court near, cheap , and very peacefull for people who like playin golf ????

Adrian Richardson

Best viewed from the hill by the observatory , in the evening..

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If you come to Bristol , you must visit this place

Bilge U

It perfectly fits on Bristol's geography. It should be on your list if you'd visit it.

Leusee

Definitely one of the most beautiful places in Bristol!

Sara Smith

Beautiful bridge and stunning views . A sight I never tire of.

Ungurean Horea

Bristol area by night or day is beautiful

Maha A

Really beautiful. I lived nearby and jogging here is amazing.

Rhys Howell

Really good bridge that.

David Somers

Don't forget to visit the observatory & cave afterwards

Peter van Bragt

Wonderful views as well as architectural masterpiece.

Shuvani Burt

A must see in Bristol. Only 50p to drive across.

Andreas Leonidou

best view in bristol. this is the world's first suspension bridge !

Dorian Tireli

great bridge . superb view . love it

Axel C

Cool place for a walk.

Adam Joker

"The bridge has an evil renown from the number of suicides committed on or near it. ..." here's number : 0845 790 90 90 ;)

Jamie Ellis

Illuminated at dark plus good views . Also popular and must see Bristol Attraction.

Rebecca Grimes

Well worth a visit for the view ????

Michelle Williams

The guys in the information kiosk are a font of all knowledge . Great to chat to!

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Excellent photo opportunity

Saeed K

Prepare your camera

Paolo Lim

A view of the gorge

Cathy Burbridge

Pretty view of Bristol

Balazs Horvath

Nice viewpoint.

Rahmawati D.

The bridge was so amazing

Mélissa D.

Like this bridge !

Haziq Hilman

Ready your thickest gloves because it's going to be chilly especially in winter

Kelly D

A must see if visiting Bristol. Free to walk across!

Marcio Bergamo

Clifton Suspension Bridge

Antonis Vafeas

The view is awesome

Endaf Kerfoot

Samaritan phone number available at either end

Dave Churchill

Bristol equivalent to Statue of Liberty and Sydney Opera House - Gateway to Bristol

Victoria Terry

Guided Tours 3pm on a Saturday.

Craig Paul Halliday

Dnt look down

Shaun Gilmartin

50p a ride