Friends of the Avon New Cut

Friends of the Avon New Cut Friends of the Avon New Cut (FrANC)

Friends of the Avon New Cut (commonly known as FrANC) was formed in 2006 when a group of local people got together in order to promote a greater understanding and appreciation of the Avon New Cut including its history, geology and wildlife and its role in the development of Bristol’s Floating Harbour. FrANC now has a membership of over 100 who share a keen interest in helping both the natural envi

ronment of the Avon New Cut to thrive and its visitors and local people to enjoy this green corridor in the heart of Bristol.

We’re received another update from the Transport Engagement team at Bristol City Council, this time concerning the New C...
20/02/2026

We’re received another update from the Transport Engagement team at Bristol City Council, this time concerning the New Cut walls along Coronation Road between Southville Service Station and Camden Road:

We're received another update from the Transport Engagement team at Bristol City Council, concerning the New Cut walls along Coronation Road.

We've been busy counting New Cut wildlife - mainly birds - in 2025, finishing with a whopping 33 cormorants spotted roos...
01/01/2026

We've been busy counting New Cut wildlife - mainly birds - in 2025, finishing with a whopping 33 cormorants spotted roosting on the last day of December. The full survey is on our website:

This 2025 wildlife survey covers part of the Avon New Cut in Bristol from Bathurst Bridge to Ashton Avenue Bridge.

The recent heavy rain is making the water a bit turbulent for fishing. Patience is key ...
15/11/2025

The recent heavy rain is making the water a bit turbulent for fishing. Patience is key ...

Looks well worth a visit!
10/11/2025

Looks well worth a visit!

It's a maritime merry time here at Underfall Yard!

Visit us on the 6th and 7th December to see the Yard transformed into a Christmas Fair! We are delighted to offer a whole range of festivities during the weekend, with performaces from local musical groups, Christmas-themed food and drinks, and an ornament-making activity for all the family. Even The Matthew of Bristol is joining us on the slipway.

During the weekend, we will be accepting donations through our Big Give Christmas Challenge, where every donation you make to the Yard is doubled —so join us for the fun and make a big difference!

10/11/2025

It's a maritime merry time here at Underfall Yard!

Visit us on the 6th and 7th December to see the Yard transformed into a Christmas Fair! We are delighted to offer a whole range of festivities during the weekend, with performaces from local musical groups, Christmas-themed food and drinks, and an ornament-making activity for all the family. Even The Matthew of Bristol is joining us on the slipway.

During the weekend, we will be accepting donations through our Big Give Christmas Challenge, where every donation you make to the Yard is doubled —so join us for the fun and make a big difference!

We're privileged to be able to watch cormorants roosting and fishing along the New Cut. I saw these two the other day - ...
27/08/2025

We're privileged to be able to watch cormorants roosting and fishing along the New Cut. I saw these two the other day - one mature and one immature judging from the colouring - which got me wondering where the Bristol cormorants nest as I've never seen a baby cormorant. Does anyone know?

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