Welcome to Ashley Down

Ashley Down is a vibrant and diverse neighborhood located in the north of Bristol. It is a popular residential area that is home to a mix of families, young professionals, and students. The area is known for its beautiful Victorian architecture, with many of the houses and buildings dating back to the 19th century. The neighborhood is also home to several green spaces, including St. Andrews Park, which is a popular spot for picnics and outdoor activities.

One of the most notable features of Ashley Down is its strong sense of community. The area is home to several community groups and organizations, including the Ashley Down Community Association, which works to promote community engagement and improve the local area. The neighborhood also has a thriving local economy, with a range of independent shops, cafes, and restaurants. The area is well-connected to the rest of Bristol, with several bus routes running through the neighborhood and easy access to the M32 motorway.

Overall, Ashley Down is a fantastic place to live, work, and visit. Its unique blend of Victorian architecture, green spaces, and community spirit make it a truly special neighborhood. Whether you're looking for a family-friendly area to settle down in or a vibrant and diverse place to explore, Ashley Down has something to offer everyone.

Local Schools

School	Details
Brunel Field Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Don Collins	Arthur Milton Street Bristol Bristol BS7 9JT 01173532471 School Website
Ashley Down Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Amy Sood	Downend Road Horfield Horfield Bristol BS7 9PD 01173772637 School Website
Sefton Park Infant School Community School Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Ms D Simson	Ashley Down Road Ashley Down Ashley Down Bristol BS7 9BJ 01173773290 School Website
Sefton Park Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Daniel Simson	Ashley Down Road Ashley Down Ashley Down Bristol BS7 9BJ 01173772555 School Website
Fairfield High School Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Ms Amanda Bridgewater	Allfoxton Road Horfield Bristol BS7 9NL 1179527100 School Website
Bishop Road Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Ms Gillian Powe	Bishop Road Bishopston Bishopston Bristol BS7 8LS 01179030483 School Website
St Werburghs Park Nursery School La Nursery School Ages:2-4 Head Teacher Mrs Catherine Bolam	Glenfrome Road St Werburghs Bristol Bristol BS2 9UX 01179030323 School Website
Fairlawn Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Julie Molesworth	Fairlawn Road Montpelier Montpelier Bristol BS6 5JL 01179553914 School Website
Bristol Hospital Education Service Pupil Referral Unit Ages:5-19 Head Teacher Philippa Scholar	Fairfield Resource Centre Fairlawn Road Montpelier Bristol Bristol BS6 5JL 01173772377
St Bonaventures Catholic Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Ballantine	Egerton Road Bishopston Bishopston Bristol BS7 8HP 01173532830 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Montpelier Station Road, Montpelier, Bristol, Bristol, BS6 5EE 0.91 Miles

Stapleton Road Stapleton Road, Easton, Bristol, Bristol, BS5 6NE 0.99 Miles

Redland South Road, Redland, Bristol, Bristol, BS6 6QP 1.10 Miles

Clifton Down Whiteladies Road, Clifton, Bristol, Bristol, BS8 2PN 1.66 Miles

Lawrence Hill Church Hill, Lawrence Hill, Bristol, Bristol, BS5 9JJ 1.67 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Brunel-Abba Cars 0117 924 7247 435 Gloucester Road, Bristol, Bristol, BS7 8TZ 0.44 Miles
1-2-1 Taxis 07812 499713 12 Bishop Rd, Bristol, Bristol, BS7 8LT 0.62 Miles
Bristol A1 Cars 0117 942 0000 36A Gloucester Road, Bristol, Bristol, BS7 8AR 0.70 Miles
Abicars 07792 444492 Fishponds Road, Bristol, Bristol, BS5 6SA 0.97 Miles
Bristol Taxis 0117 944 4666 204A Cheltenham Road, Bristol, Bristol, BS6 5QZ 0.99 Miles
Fast Track Taxis 0117 965 8500 45 Barkleys Hill, Bristol, Bristol, BS16 1AD 1.04 Miles
Dads Cabs 0117 935 0044 138 Grosvenor Road, Bristol, Bristol, BS2 8YA 1.06 Miles
National Taxis 0117 951 6636 220 Stapleton Rd, Bristol, Bristol, BS5 0NX 1.13 Miles
City Cars 0117 965 5999 221 Stapleton Road, Bristol, Bristol, BS5 0NX 1.13 Miles
Bristol Taxis Direct 07984 942848 27D Cotham Grove, Bristol, Bristol, BS6 6AN 1.25 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Horfield Mpso Bs7 8Pf Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Gloucester Road Post Office Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Mina Road Post Bs2 9Xw Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Tesco Stores Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:10:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Tesco Eastgate Centre Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
North Delivery Office Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:15:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Easton Post Office Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Lockleaze Post Office Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Stokes Croft Post Office Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:10:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Stokes Croft Post Office Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Portland Square Bs2 8Rr Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stapleton Road Post Office Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Portland Square Bs2 8Rr Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kings Square Bs2 8Hx Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Henleaze Post Office Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Gloucester Road Medical Centre 0117 9497774	Gloucester Rd Medical Ctr 1A Church Road, Horfield Bristol BS7 8SA
Horfield Hc 0117 9695391	Horfield Health Centre Lockleaze Road, Horfield Bristol BS7 9RR
Horfield Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Lockleaze Road Bristol BS7 9RR
Horfield Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Lockleaze Road Bristol BS7 9RR
East Trees Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	100A Fishponds Road Eastville Bristol BS5 6SA

Local Stores

Ashley Down Road
Ashley Down Road
Bristol
Bristol
BS7 9BU
01179 428761
Store Website
0.16 miles

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SPAR Mina Road
84 - 86 Mina Road
Bristol
BS2 9XW
01179 541665
Store Website
0.7 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Bishopston Vets4pets Ltd
275 Gloucester Road Bishopston Bristol Gloucestershire BS7 8NY 01179 424243 Website 0.38 miles
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Animal Health Centre
358 Gloucester Road Horfield Bristol Gloucestershire BS7 8TP 0117 924 7832 nicky@animalhealthcentre.org Website 0.39 miles
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Highcroft Veterinary Group - Eastville Veterinary Centre
672 Muller Road Eastville Bristol Gloucestershire BS5 6XB 0117 951 9048 enquiries@highcroftvet.co.uk Website 0.79 miles
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Vets Now (Bristol)
32 - 34 Zetland Road Redland Bristol Avon BS6 7AB 0117 971 3111 bristolclinic@vets-now.com Website 0.95 miles

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Zetland Veterinary Hospital
32 Zetland Road Bristol Gloucestershire BS6 7AB 0117 944 5111 enquiries@zetlandvets.co.uk Website 0.95 miles
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The Grove Veterinary Centre
2 Russell Grove Henleaze Bristol BS6 7UE Info@thegrovevet.com Website 1.10 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Purdown / Stoke Park Estate
33 Lindsay Rd Lockleaze Bristol Lancashire BS7 9NP 0.47 miles The Green Space Shown On The Map Is Misleading - The Space Fills That Entire Wedge Above The M32 Up To The Lakes.

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Eastville Park
784 Muller Rd Bristol Lancashire BS5 6XA 1.08 miles

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Badock’S Wood
Lovely Woodland Walk With A Stream Running Through The Middle. Beautiful Wood Tree Carvings, Lots Of Other Dog Walkers And Also Open Fields. Very Pretty. 75 The Crescent Bristol Lancashire BS9 4RU 1.10 miles

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Bristol Historic Docks
In The Heart Of Bristol There Is The Historic Docks, Although Your Dog Must Be Kept On The Lead It Is Still Fun To Explore. Walk Up One Side And The Catch A Small Ferry For 70P To The Otherside (Dogs Free!) To Brunels Ss Great Britain, Or Keep Walking Further Out Where The Docks Join The River Avon For A View Of Brunels Suspension Bridge. Lots Of Cafes, Bars And Icecream Vans To Enjoy A Snack Outside. Can Be Very Busy When The Harbourside Festivals Are On But A Great Atmosphere For A Stroll Around. Waterfront Bristol Lancashire BS1 4XJ 2.07 miles

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Brandon Hill And Harbour Loop
A Lovely Summer Evening Walk! Brandon Hill Is Very Hilly With Mix Of Areas For Dogs - Long Grass, Open Grass And A Bit Of Woodland. There's A Kids Playground And Often People Having Drinks And Picnics. Drop Down Onto Jacobs Wells Road And Then Walk A Loop Of The Harbour, There's A Few Places For Dogs To Swim And Cool Off And Several Pubs And A Multitude Of Foodie Takeaway Options Especially Around The Whapping Wharf Shipping Containers. It's Busy In Good Weather But That's Part Of The Appeal. There Is Pay Parking All Around This Area. St. Brandon'S House 29 Great George St Bristol Lancashire BS1 5QT 2.12 miles

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Oldbury Court Estate
Frome Valley Walkway Bristol Lancashire BS16 1HR 2.25 miles As You Drive Along Oldbury Court Road, You Will Think You'Re Lost As It Is A Very Residential Area And There Are No Clues As To The Huge Estate At The End Of The Road! Have Faith! The Car Park And Open Green Space Will Suddenly Appear Before You When The Road Can Go No Further.

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