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Area Information

Here are some quick facts about the Bristol area:

Bristol is both a city and a unitary authority in the South West of England. The River Avon flows into the Severn Estuary here. It is in the middle of Somerset to the south and Gloucestershire to the north.

Area: 110 km² (42 square miles)

There are about 470,000 people who live there, and the whole city has more than a million people.

The area is in England’s southwest.

It used to be part of Gloucestershire and Somerset, but now it is its own unitary authority.

BS1 to BS49 are the postal codes.

To get in touch, call 0117.

In the summer, the time zone is BST (UTC+1), and in the winter, it is GMT (UTC+0).

Bristol is known for its shipbuilding history, its vibrant arts scene, and its strong economy in technology, aerospace, and creative media. There are two universities in Bristol: the University of Bristol and the University of the West of England (UWE). People know the city for its parks, street art, and the fact that it has a lot of different kinds of people living there.

History

A Short History of the Old Location of Bristol City:

Bristol was home to both the Romans and the Saxons. There was a small Roman settlement called Abona not far from here. Now it is Sea Mills. People and things were moved by the River Avon.

In the 10th century, during the Saxon period, a settlement called Brycgstow, which means “the place at the bridge,” grew up where a bridge crossed the Avon. Because of this, Bristol is what it is today.

It was easy to trade with Ireland and Northern Europe because it was on the river. By the 11th and 12th centuries, Bristol had become a busy port and one of England’s most important mediaeval cities.

Bristol has a long history that goes back to when it was a small port and a place to cross a river. The River Avon had a natural harbour that made it a busy place for shipping and trading.

Nearest

Bristol Airport (BRS)

Lulsgate Bottom is about 8 miles (13 km) southwest of the centre of Bristol.

Bristol doesn’t have any other airports, but there are some close by that you can use:

It takes about an hour to get to Cardiff Airport (CWL).

Exeter Airport (EXT) is about an hour and a half away.

It takes about two hours to get to Birmingham Airport (BHX).

Best Places

Sites of historical and cultural significance

The Gothic Bristol Cathedral, which was built in the 12th century, is a beautiful building on College Green.

We The Curious is a fun place for families to learn about science and the arts.

M Shed is a museum on the Harbourside that shows off Bristol’s people, culture, and businesses.

The Elizabethan house and gardens at Red Lodge Museum are in great shape.

The Tyntesfield Estate is a stunning Victorian Gothic Revival mansion with lovely gardens and parkland all around it (National Trust).

Nature and the outdoors

Bristol Zoo Project is a wildlife park with big cages and paths that go through nature.

The Clifton Suspension Bridge is near Leigh Woods National Nature Reserve, which is a great place to walk and hike in nature.

Queen Square is a peaceful Georgian square with pretty buildings all around it. It’s a nice place to relax in the middle of the city.

There are two Downs: Clifton Down and Durdham Down. They are large, open parks with views of the Avon Gorge.

Castle Park is a park in the middle of the river that has the ruins of a mediaeval castle and nice paths for walking.

Nightlife, art, and music

The Old Vic Theatre is the oldest theatre in the world that is still open.

Colston Hall, also known as Bristol Beacon, is a large venue for live music that hosts a wide range of events.

Lakota and Motion are two of the best places to go for music and festival-style events at night.

The Cube Microplex is a fun and good for the community independent movie theatre and arts centre.

Shopping and the neighbourhood

Cabot Circus is a new shopping mall that has the best high-end and designer stores.

People know Park Street for its steep hill, which is home to cafes, record stores, and boutiques.

There are only independent stores, bars, and restaurants on Gloucester Road, which is the longest street in Europe.

You can shop, eat street food, and listen to live music at the Harbourside Market on the weekends.