Friends of Horfield Common works in partnership with others and draws on a range of local knowledge and expertise. If you would like to learn more about the history, management and wildlife of Horfield Common and other green spaces in Bristol, the following organisations and resources may be helpful.
Bristol City Council – Parks and Green Spaces
Information about how Bristol’s parks and commons are managed and maintained.
www.bristol.gov.uk
Know Your Place – Historic Maps of Bristol
An interactive map showing historic maps and aerial photographs. It offers a fascinating way to explore how Horfield Common and the surrounding area have changed over time.
https://maps.bristol.gov.uk/kyp/
Bristol Archives
Holds historic parish records, tithe maps and estate documents relating to Horfield and the wider area.
www.bristolmuseums.org.uk/bristol-archives
Avon Wildlife Trust
A local conservation charity working to protect wildlife and habitats across the region.
www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk
Bristol Parks Forum
A network connecting Friends groups across Bristol who are committed to caring for their local green spaces.
www.bristolparksforum.org.uk
Bristol City Council – Parks and Green Spaces
Information about how Bristol’s parks and commons are managed and maintained.
www.bristol.gov.uk
Know Your Place – Historic Maps of Bristol
An interactive map showing historic maps and aerial photographs. It offers a fascinating way to explore how Horfield Common and the surrounding area have changed over time.
https://maps.bristol.gov.uk/kyp/
Bristol Archives
Holds historic parish records, tithe maps and estate documents relating to Horfield and the wider area.
www.bristolmuseums.org.uk/bristol-archives
Avon Wildlife Trust
A local conservation charity working to protect wildlife and habitats across the region.
www.avonwildlifetrust.org.uk
Bristol Parks Forum
A network connecting Friends groups across Bristol who are committed to caring for their local green spaces.
www.bristolparksforum.org.uk
