The New History Survey and Description of the City and Suburbs of Bristol or Complete Guide and Informy and Useful Companion for the Residents and Visitants of this Ancient Extensive and Increasing City ,the Hotwells and Clifton etc" (1794) By William Mathews
Four miles N.W. from Bristol, the seat of Lord de Clifford, a noble mansion of stone built by Sir John Vanborough. Here is a capital collection of paintings, extensive gardens and plantations and an incomparable hot house. From Kingsweston and Peupold hills are some of the most beautiful prospects imaginable of the Avon, Severn, Channel and Wales
Please note that the position of Kingweston is not marked on the original map: the "show me" link indicates where it would have been.
Use the "Show me" link to locate Kingsweston on the map. You may need to scroll down to see Kingsweston highlighted.
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