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City of Bristol
Introduction
The City of Bristol is a centre of culture and tourism for the South West of England. It is a vibrant city with an excellent range of restaurants, pubs, theatres, cinemas, tourist attractions, leisure facilities and museums.
History
Bristol has a long heritage with archaeological finds dating back 60,000 years. Its name started as Byccgstow – meaning “the place at the bridge”.
The Port of Bristol has played a key role within its history and been a source of huge prosperity. The commercial port used to be in the heart of the city but has now moved out to the Bristol Channel coast. The old city docks have recently been regenerated and and are now home to The Museum of Bristol, pubs, restaurants and cafes.
Location
The city is located in the West of England and has a short coastline. It is bordered by Bath & North East Somerset, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset. The historic city of Bath is just over 13 miles to the South East. Swindon, Wiltshire is approximately 40 miles to the East.
Population
Currently Bristol is the UK’s 9th largest City with a population of 400,000 For many centuries, however, it was the second or third largest English city prior to the rapid growth of other industrial cities during the Industrial Revolution.
Culture & Tourist Attractions
Today Bristol is a cultural and tourist centre for the area. Events and attractions are attended by both locals and tourists.
The Bristol Old Vic theatre company was founded in 1946 and is based at the Theatre Royal in King Street. Other theatres and concert venues include the larger Bristol Hippodrome, Colston Hall, QEH, The Tobacco Factory and the Redgrave Theatre.
There are several cinemas in the City including cineworld.
The Bristol City Museum and Art Gallery is a major attraction for tourists. As well the main museum the City Museum also manages three historic houses – the Tudor Red Lodge, the Georgian House and Blaise Castle House.
Bristol Cathedral is a fine example of a “Hall Church” – the Nave, Choir and Aisles are all the same height creating a large hall. The Cathedral is situated in the city centre on Park Street.
Probably the most famous landmark in Bristol is the Clifton Suspension Bridge. It was designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel but he died before its completion in 1864.
Photo courtesy of South West News Service
Annual events in Bristol include the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta which attracts hot air ballooning enthusiasts from across the UK and the Ashton Court Festival – an outdoor music festival.
Restaurants, Hotels and B&Bs
Tourists, locals and other visitors looking for somewhere to eat can choose from a wide range of restaurants including Lebanese, Chinese, Italian, modern European home-cooked pub food and Indian.
Accommodation including Bed and Breakfast and Hotels is available throughout the city and the surrounding area.
For further information on Bristol click here to access the Visit Bristol site.
© Local Service Guide Limited The City of Bristol, South West England, UK
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The City of Bristol is a centre of culture and tourism for the South West of England. It is a vibrant city with an excellent range of restaurants, pubs, theatres, cinemas, tourist attractions, leisure facilities and museums.
History
Bristol has a long heritage with archaeological finds dating back 60,000 years. Its name started as Byccgstow – meaning “the place at the bridge”.
The Port of Bristol has played a key role within its history and been a source of huge prosperity. The commercial port used to be in the heart of the city but has now moved out to the Bristol Channel coast. The old city docks have recently been regenerated and and are now home to The Museum of Bristol, pubs, restaurants and cafes.
Location
The city is located in the West of England and has a short coastline. It is bordered by Bath & North East Somerset, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset. The historic city of Bath is just over 13 miles to the South East. Swindon, Wiltshire is approximately 40 miles to the East.
Population
Currently Bristol is the UK’s 9th largest City with a population of 400,000 For many centuries, however, it was the second or third largest English city prior to the rapid growth of other industrial cities during the Industrial Revolution.
Culture & Tourist Attractions
Today Bristol is a cultural and tourist centre for the area. Events and attractions are attended by both locals and tourists.
The Bristol Old Vic theatre company was founded in 1946 and is based at the Theatre Royal in King Street. Other theatres and concert venues include the larger Bristol Hippodrome, Colston Hall, QEH, The Tobacco Factory and the Redgrave Theatre.
There are several cinemas in the City including cineworld.The Bristol City Museum and Art Gallery is a major attraction for tourists. As well the main museum the City Museum also manages three historic houses – the Tudor Red Lodge, the Georgian House and Blaise Castle House.
Bristol Cathedral is a fine example of a “Hall Church” – the Nave, Choir and Aisles are all the same height creating a large hall. The Cathedral is situated in the city centre on Park Street.
Probably the most famous landmark in Bristol is the Clifton Suspension Bridge. It was designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel but he died before its completion in 1864.
Photo courtesy of South West News Service
Annual events in Bristol include the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta which attracts hot air ballooning enthusiasts from across the UK and the Ashton Court Festival – an outdoor music festival.
Restaurants, Hotels and B&Bs
Tourists, locals and other visitors looking for somewhere to eat can choose from a wide range of restaurants including Lebanese, Chinese, Italian, modern European home-cooked pub food and Indian.
Accommodation including Bed and Breakfast and Hotels is available throughout the city and the surrounding area.
For further information on Bristol click here to access the Visit Bristol site.
© Local Service Guide Limited The City of Bristol, South West England, UK
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