Guidebook for South Gloucestershire
Drinks & Nightlife
If you love great food and a traditional english gastropub the Duck and Willow is a must! Plus it's just a 10minute walk away! Great for an evening drink or a meal out. Well managed. Lovely food. Cosy atmosphere. Reasonable prices. Make sure you book ahead as it's really popular, don't miss out on their Sunday Lunch!
6 locals recommend
The Duck & Willow
64 Downend RdIf you love great food and a traditional english gastropub the Duck and Willow is a must! Plus it's just a 10minute walk away! Great for an evening drink or a meal out. Well managed. Lovely food. Cosy atmosphere. Reasonable prices. Make sure you book ahead as it's really popular, don't miss out on their Sunday Lunch!
The Cross Hands
1 Staple Hill RdA fab pub/bar which has a great menu to boot.
A fantastic cafe/bar that does everything from brunch to tapas with a wide range of drinks and a huge selection of board games to keep everyone entertained.
16 locals recommend
Porto Lounge
782A Fishponds RdA fantastic cafe/bar that does everything from brunch to tapas with a wide range of drinks and a huge selection of board games to keep everyone entertained.
Food Scene
Book ahead and enjoy an amazing 'build your own' burger just a stones throw away in Fishponds
The Burger Joint
773 Fishponds RoadBook ahead and enjoy an amazing 'build your own' burger just a stones throw away in Fishponds
The Redland Bakery
8 Cotham HillCoffee#1 Fishponds
782 Fishponds RdFrom brunch to dinner Grounded is the perfect chill out spot serving seasonal food in a welcoming, homely environment.
10 locals recommend
Grounded Fishponds
747-749 Fishponds RdFrom brunch to dinner Grounded is the perfect chill out spot serving seasonal food in a welcoming, homely environment.
Sightseeing
Clifton Suspension Bridge
Bridge RoadA great day out, for either just for a stroll along the harbour or to make a day of it with the family and explore the SS Great Britain itself in the iconic museum on-ship.
331 locals recommend
Brunel's SS Great Britain
Gas Ferry RoadA great day out, for either just for a stroll along the harbour or to make a day of it with the family and explore the SS Great Britain itself in the iconic museum on-ship.
Get a 360 degree birds eye view of Bristol at one of Bristol's iconic yet hidden beauty spots.
130 locals recommend
Cabot Tower
Park StreetGet a 360 degree birds eye view of Bristol at one of Bristol's iconic yet hidden beauty spots.
Take the kids for an educational railway ride with a station-based buffet and hosting special themed events year-round.
14 locals recommend
Avon Valley Railway (AVR)
Bath RoadTake the kids for an educational railway ride with a station-based buffet and hosting special themed events year-round.
Pulteney Bridge
Bridge StreetNo. 1 Royal Crescent
1 Royal CresAbbey Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul
Parks & Nature
Take a relaxed stroll through the park and along the river, towards snuff mills. Explore the meadow and woodland and get away from it all.
15 locals recommend
Oldbury Court Estate
Oldbury Court RoadTake a relaxed stroll through the park and along the river, towards snuff mills. Explore the meadow and woodland and get away from it all.
Hop on a bike and take a trip to Bath taking in views of the canal and gorgeous countryside or head back into Bristol along the Bristol and Bath cycle path in just 15mins.
Staple Hill Tunnel
Bristol And Bath Railway PathHop on a bike and take a trip to Bath taking in views of the canal and gorgeous countryside or head back into Bristol along the Bristol and Bath cycle path in just 15mins.
Essentials
Tesco Metro
241-249 Church RdFree parking on site, great for stocking up on last minute essentials
Co-op Food - Straits Parade
12 Straits ParadeGreat for last minute essentials
Stafford S J T Ltd Launderette
10 Straits ParadeNatWest Bank
778 Fishponds RdThe nearest bank is in Fishponds
Staple Hill Post Office
119 High StThe nearest ATM is outside the Post Office on Staple Hill High Street
Nailz
60 High StGive yourself a pamper with a range of treatments at affordable prices
Thermae Bath Spa
Hot Bath StreetWatch the sunset from the rooftop pool!
The ultimate treat with an outdoor pool, a range of incredible treatments and a poolside restaurant!
80 locals recommend
Lido Spa & Restaurant
Oakfield PlaceThe ultimate treat with an outdoor pool, a range of incredible treatments and a poolside restaurant!
Getting Around
The nearest petrol station is at Morrisons in Fishponds, just 5mins by car. Watch out for the one-way system to get there!
Morrisons Petrol Station
668-718 Fishponds RdThe nearest petrol station is at Morrisons in Fishponds, just 5mins by car. Watch out for the one-way system to get there!
Bristol Temple Meads Station
Bristol Airport
Shopping
The local high street has everything you could need - try out a traditional butchers, green grocers, there's a huge range of charity shops, a local pharmacy and post office, and take aways.
Staple Hill
The local high street has everything you could need - try out a traditional butchers, green grocers, there's a huge range of charity shops, a local pharmacy and post office, and take aways.
With over 130 stores and restaurants to choose from Cabot Circus has everything to satisfy even the most serial shopper!
323 locals recommend
Cabot Circus
Bond Street SouthWith over 130 stores and restaurants to choose from Cabot Circus has everything to satisfy even the most serial shopper!