Living in Bristol
Bristol has just about everything. Located in
the South west of England just 90 minutes from London and
60 from Cardiff, Birmingham and Exeter, the city is served
by an extensive network of motorway routes, train, air and
coach services. It is surrounded by beautiful countryside
and is within easy reach of coastal resorts and national parks
such as the Cotswolds, Exmoor and the Brecon Beacons.
An exciting city, overflowing with intriguing, traditional
and occasionally off the wall things to do and see, its harbourside
location lined with attractions, boats, restaurants and museums
makes it unforgettable. But what really makes it special is
its energy, the mix of historic and new, and, having been
designated a European Centre of Culture, the city continues
to celebrate in style with a year round calendar of events
and festivals.
The selection of restaurants, cafes and bars provides something
for every taste and budget, and you’ll enjoy some of
the best shopping in Britain with high street stores, markets
and an incredible range of independent shops, galleries, boutiques
and antiques.
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 Whether
you’re looking to get fit, join a team, support your
team, have fun with the kids or just relax – dive in.
Bristol has it covered.
Keep up with the professional clubs in Bristol sport or find
your own sport – whether to watch or participate. Sports
facilities in Bristol are better than ever.
Leisure time is precious so make the most of it. Rock climbing,
walking, cycling an evening at the cinema or even ballooning,
there’s plenty to do and some unique experiences to
be had.
Bristol is truly an international location for sport. With
2 football teams and an International standard cricket ground
the city is at the forefront of sport provision within the
locality.
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There are plenty of things to do and places to visit in Bristol
and the surrounding area and the  range
of attractions is second to none. If you’re looking
for ideas for days out or want to plan your short break, there
is something for everyone.
Attractions include many museums, galleries, theatres, historic
houses, gardens, architecture, family attractions and much
more besides. Award winning attractions include Bristol Zoo
Gardens, At Bristol, British Empire & Commonwealth Museum,
and Brunels engineering marvels, the Clifton Suspension Bridge
and SS Great Britain.
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Bristol’s shopping offers a kaleidoscopic choice that
caters for the most eclectic of tastes.
The elegant shops of Bristol’s West End, Whiteladies
Road and Clifton Village are unmissable for those looking
for designer clothes, art and crafts, antiques, jewellery
or something out of the ordinary. Bristol’s east side
is full of specialist stores selling food, fabrics and crafts
of Asian and Caribbean influence.
The Old City’s grand dignified buildings surround the
Corn Exchange and St Nicholas Markets, where you’ll
find an intriguing choice of stalls and small shops not to
mention regular street markets.
In the centre of Bristol, Broadmead and the Galleries boast
an enticing range of shops with all the familiar high street
names and specialist independent stores. On the Outskirts,
The Mall at Cribbs Causeway is at Junction 17 of the M5. Its
an ultra convenient shopping friendly complex with over 160
shops, cafes and restaurants, all under one big roof.
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Pubs and Bars - Traditional pubs lie at the end of cobbled
alleys and hidden lanes in the genteel suburb of Clifton.
In the country, village pubs serve real ales and ciders in
picture perfect settings.
Bristol’s Harbourside pubs and inns are little changed
from the days when they were once the haunt of sailors, adventurers
and pirates. Alongside these waterfront taverns crowd modern
bars and late night venues. Harbourside, Corn Street and Whiteladies
Road play host to a late night atmosphere unmatched anywhere
else in the West Country.
Eating Out – Bristol has a huge variety of pubs, bars,
restaurants, clubs and cafes with something to suit everyone’s
taste buds and budgets. Dining out in Bristol offers a wide
selection from local specialities to ethnic cuisine, and the
city is always highly praised in good food guides.
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for links to other useful sites.
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By Road
Bristol sits conveniently at the intersection of the M4 and
M5. Access to the beaches of Cornwall and the south-west is
2 hours away via the M5 south and Birmingham an hour north.
Birmingham |
90.5 miles |
Cardiff |
42.1 miles |
Newquay |
167.2 miles |
London |
119.5 miles |
By Rail
Bristol has 2 main railway connections; Temple Meads in the
city centre which entertains services to all UK destinations;
and Parkway in the North which has excellent links to Wales
and the Midlands.
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for Rail Links to Bristol
By Air
Bristol Airport sits 5 miles to the south of the City, with
easy access to all major European destinations. The London
airports are within a 2 hour road journey.
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