Black Rocks (Eastville Park)
đ Bristol, South West
Historic sandstone rock formations in Eastville Park offering natural climbing routes and traverses for children aged 5 and above. Free entry with parking. Connects to trails toward Snuff Mills.
In late March 1953 I fell off of the snake and sword rocks, bounced off the river path and into the river. I floated toward the wier but was pulled out by some workmen. I spent several weeks in traction at the B.R.I. being released on crutches in a plaster caste just in time for Queen Elizabeth's coronation. The caste came off just in time for the new school term. Reported in the Bristol Evening Post. Lucky me.
đ Family Action Verdict
Best for families with older children aged 8 and above who want an unstructured, adventurous climbing experience on real rock. The natural setting demands supervision and an acceptance of genuine risk. Families combining the climb with a walk to Snuff Mills get the most from the location.
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Ralph Houghton
7 months ago
âIn late March 1953 I fell off of the snake and sword rocks, bounced off the river path and into the river. I floated toward the wier but was pulled out by some workmen. I spent several weeks in traction at the B.R.I. being released on crutches in a plaster caste just in time for Queen Elizabeth's coronation. The caste came off just in time for the new school term. Reported in the Bristol Evening Post. Lucky me.â
Darrell & Susan Thomas
8 years ago
âI use to come here when I was a child now I bring my children here I've walked my dog through here aswell most people who use Eastville park and surrounding area are really good with there dogs when they walk them I've not had any problems. There's park here a lake and there's a few trails you can walk along from eastville park/lake to snuff mills and few other places these trails lend too there safeâ
Paul Walker
10 months ago
âSpent a lot of time here as a kidâ
Douglas White
2 years ago
âSome silly climbing, ate 5 flys on the top out. Traverse was funny. Some good tree holes and fat jugz. COnS: smelt like raw sewage and I could have hurt myself if I fell and someone said my feet were weird, are they ?â
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Overview
Black Rocks sits within Eastville Park, offering natural sandstone climbing on historic formations with varied routes including traverses and face climbs with natural handholds. The site is free with parking nearby. Trails connect to Snuff Mills and the wider Eastville Park network. The area can carry an unpleasant odour from nearby drainage infrastructure â a practical consideration when planning the visit.
