Bristol Local Business Directory

Bristol, in South West England, is a large city with nearly half a million residents. It is England's sixth largest city in terms of population (and the United Kingdom's ninth). Bristol is now recognised as the most populous city in South West England.

Bristol is highly regarded and well known as a centre of culture, education and employment. The Bristol economy has been built mainly on the aerospace industry in recent years and the dock areas.

Students in Bristol have the choice of two major institutions of higher education (the University of Bristol and the University of the West of England). There are also several dedicated further education institutes, colleges, learning centres and schools.

Bristol is famous for its film and music industry and is a favourite destination for theatre lovers. The Bristol Old Vic (founded in 1946) is actually an subsidiary of the Old Vic company in London. The grade 1 listed Theatre Royal is the now established as the oldest operating theatre in England.

Music fans have a feast of live music genres in Bristol. The Fiddlers, St George's and Victoria Rooms are possibly the most well known, however the Fleece and Firkin is famous for being an intimate rock venue popular with a host of artists. Many well established bands originate from Bristol. Portishead, Smith & Mighty, Massive Attack and Tricky are some popular examples.

Football is well loved in the city and the Bristol has two Football League teams (Bristol City and Bristol Rovers) in addition to many more non-league teams. Bristol City and Bristol Rovers are very close in terms of the honours they have won.

Bristol also has a Rugby Union club, a Rugby League Conference side, a first class cricket side and plays host to the World Half Marathon Championships.

There is a wealth of family entertainment choices and amenities in Bristol. During the summer the city hosts the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta which always draws a extensive crowd. Ashton Court hosts the Ashton Court Festival which is also held during the summer.

The impressive Bristol City Museum and Art Gallery is home to a wonderful collection of natural history, local glassware, archaeology and Chinese ceramics. The City Museum operates three historic houses in the area (the Georgian House, the Tudor Red Lodge and the Blaise Castle House).

Many of Bristol's surrounding areas are well known for their natural beauty. Based in a limestone area, Bristol has the Mendip Hills to the south and the world-renowned Cotswolds to the north east. Two main rivers, the Avon and the Frome have created Bristol's prominent hilly landscape over the years.

Bristol has super transport links. Bristol Parkway and Bristol Temple Meads are the two main railway stations. There are also several scheduled coach links which operate to most major UK cities. The M4 motorway connects Bristol to London and Wales while the M5 links with Birmingham. Bristol has its own airport, Bristol International which has seen major renovations and investments since 2001.

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Bristol Local Business Directory