Welcome to Bedminster Down

Bedminster Down is a residential area located in the southern part of Bristol, England. It is a popular destination for families and young professionals due to its proximity to the city center and its peaceful surroundings. The area is known for its beautiful green spaces, including the Bedminster Down Nature Reserve, which is home to a variety of wildlife and plant species. The reserve is a popular spot for hiking, birdwatching, and picnicking, and it offers stunning views of the city skyline.

In addition to its natural beauty, Bedminster Down is also home to a number of historic landmarks and cultural attractions. One of the most notable is the Ashton Court Estate, a sprawling parkland that features a stately home, gardens, and a deer park. The estate is a popular destination for visitors and locals alike, and it hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including music festivals, outdoor theater performances, and sporting events.

Finally, Bedminster Down is known for its vibrant community spirit and strong sense of local pride. The area is home to a number of community groups and organizations, including the Bedminster Down Residents Association, which works to promote the interests of local residents and improve the quality of life in the area. The community is also home to a number of small businesses and independent shops, which add to the area's unique character and charm. Overall, Bedminster Down is a wonderful place to live, work, and visit, and it offers something for everyone.

Local Weather

Partly cloudy

Temp: 11.3°C

Feels Like: 8.3°C

Wind: 18.3 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Cheddar Grove Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Paul Jeffery	Cheddar Grove Bedminster Down Bristol Bristol BS13 7EN 1179030418 School Website
Bedminster Down School Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mrs Louise Davies	Donald Road Bedminster Down Bristol BS13 7DQ 1173532800 School Website
Headley Park Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Alex Gingell	Headley Lane Headley Park Bristol BS13 7QB 1179031511 School Website
St Peters Church Of England Primary School Vc Voluntary Controlled School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Alister Meredith	Ellfield Close Bishopsworth Bishopsworth Bristol BS13 8EF 01173772186 School Website
Ashton Vale Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Bradley Arthur	Avebury Road Ashton Vale Bristol BS3 2QG 1179030383 School Website
Parson Street Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Laurie Munro	Bedminster Road Bedminster Bedminster Bristol BS3 5NR 01179030226 School Website
Luckwell Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Lilly Byers	Luckwell Road Bedminster Bristol BS3 3ET 1173533382 School Website
Greenfield E Act Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Fiona Chapman	Novers Lane Knowle West Bristol Bristol BS4 1QW 01173772191 School Website
Knowle Dge Academy Academy Special Converter Ages:5-19 Head Teacher Mrs Kate Lee-Wells	Leinster Avenue Knowle Bristol BS4 1NN 1173708030 School Website
Knowle West Early Years Centre La Nursery School Ages:3-4 Head Teacher Jenny Mcdonald	Leinster Avenue Knowle Knowle Bristol BS4 1NN 0 79030214

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Parson Street Parson Street, Bedminster, Bristol, Bristol, BS3 5PU 0.60 Miles

Bedminster Fraser Street, Bedminster, Bristol, BS3 4LU 1.33 Miles

Bristol Temple Meads Station Approach, Off Bath Road, Bristol, Bristol, BS1 6QF 2.25 Miles

Clifton Down Whiteladies Road, Clifton, Bristol, Bristol, BS8 2PN 2.70 Miles

Redland South Road, Redland, Bristol, Bristol, BS6 6QP 3.06 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Bedminster Down Taxis 0117 953 2828 Avon, Bristol, Bristol, BS13 7JJ 0.13 Miles
Storm Taxis 0845 508 3332 Unit 5A/Bishopsworth Rd, Bristol, Bristol, BS13 7LF 0.15 Miles
Home James Hire Class Travel Ltd 07790 343271 Suite 1, Bristol, Bristol, BS3 2ST 0.31 Miles
1St Call Airport Parking 0117 978 4764 95 Bridgwater Road, Bristol, Bristol, BS13 8AE 0.74 Miles
Bristol Airport Chauffeurs 01934 742111 115 Highridge Green, Bristol, Bristol, BS13 8BP 0.89 Miles
South Bristol Taxis 0117 963 2000 80 West Street, Bristol, Bristol, BS3 3LL 0.94 Miles
V Cars 0117 925 2626 Longbrook House, Bristol, Bristol, BS3 2HT 0.97 Miles
V Cars Bristol 0117 963 1818 Longbrook House/4A Ashton Vale Rd, Bristol, Bristol, BS3 2HT 0.97 Miles
Transcab 0117 963 2244 Unit 2B/Longbrook Trading Est/Ashton Vale Rd, Bristol, Bristol, BS3 2HW 1.01 Miles
Bristol Airport Taxi Transfers 07986 369375 47 Sion Road, Bristol, Bristol, BS3 3BD 1.02 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Cheddar Grove Bs13 7En Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Langford Road Bs13 7Ar Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Liberty Business Park Collection Today available until:17:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Ilchester Crescent Bs13 7Hw Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Headley Park Avenue Bs13 7Ne Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Headley Park Road Bs13 7Ng Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bedminster Down Road Bs13 7Ab Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Donald Road Bs13 7Bp Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Headley Lane Bs13 7Pe Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Parson St/Vale Lane Bs3 5Qh Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bishopsworth Post Office Bs13 8Jl Collection Today available until:18:00 Weekday Last Collection:18:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Novers Park Road Bs4 1Qy Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sandburrows Road Bs13 8Dn Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Chessel Street Bs3 3Ds Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cater Road Business Box Collection Today available until:17:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
The Lennard Surgery 0117 9642211	The Lennard Surgery 1 Lewis Rd,Bedminster Dwn Bristol BS13 7JD
The Merrywood Practice 0117 9449750	The Merrywood Practice William Budd Health Ctr. Downton Road Knowle, Bristol BS4 1WH
The Crest Family Practice 0117 9449700	The Crest Family Practice William Budd Health Ctr. Knowle West Hth Park, Downton Road,Bristol BS4 1WH
Knowle West Healthy Living Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Knowle West Health Park Downton Road Knowle Bristol BS4 1WH
Grange Road Surgery 0117 9644343	Grange Road Surgery Grange Road, Bishopsworth Bristol BS13 8LD

Local Stores

Bedminster Down
109 Bishopsworth Road
Bedminster Down
Bristol
Bristol
BS13 7JR
01179 664518
shop.4625@coop.co.uk
Store Website
0.09 miles

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SPAR Bedminster
82-84 Bedminster Road
Bristol
BS3 5NP
Store Website
0.8 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Avon Lodge Veterinary Group
40 Church Road Bishopsworth Bristol Gloucestershire BS13 8JW 0117 964 0113 enquiries@avonlodgevets.com Website 0.63 miles
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Highcroft Veterinary Group - Ashton Veterinary Surgery
15 Duckmoor Road Ashton Bristol Avon BS3 2DD 0117 953 0707 Ashton@highcroftvet.co.uk Website 0.79 miles
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Bristol Imperial Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Imperial Retail Park Hartcliffe Way Bristol BS13 7TJ 0117 937 0920 bristolimperial@vets4pets.com Website 0.98 miles

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The Vet/Quality Pet Care
Enterprise Trade Centre Roman Farm Way Hengrove Bristol Avon BS4 1UN 01179359073 bristol@thevet.co.uk Website 1.33 miles
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Golden Valley Vets
57 Weston Road Long Ashton North Somerset BS41 9AA 01275 394313 lab@goldenvalley.co.uk Website 2.13 miles
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Avon Lodge Veterinary Group
283 Wells Road Bristol Gloucestershire BS4 2PP 0117 977 3230 enquiries@avonlodgevets.com Website 2.15 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Ashton Court Mansions And Gardens
I Love This Walk! Just Outside Of The City But In The Middle Of The Countryside. 850 Acres Of Park And Woodland, It’S A Popular Walk But So Big You Can Easily Find Your Own Space. Parking Is Available For £1, There Is A Lovely Cafe With Dog Water Bowls At The Mansion As Well As Toilets. Ashton Estate Is Also A Deer Park, Although They Are Fenced In, Just Be Aware. There Are Various Paths So It Is Wheel Chair And Buggy Friendly. Estate Office Bristol Lancashire BS41 9JN 1.57 miles

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Ashton Court Estate
Lovely Walk That Is Really Easy To Access. It’S Set In 850 Acres So You Could Spend All Day There. There’S A Variety Of Woodland Areas, Fields, Cycle Paths And Bridleways As Well As Plenty Of Areas For The Dogs To Swim In. Dogs Are Allowed In The Deer Park But Must Be On A Lead. My Two Spaniels Love It There National Cycle Rte 33 Bristol Lancashire BS41 9JJ 1.63 miles

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Ashton Court
This Is A Largely Circular Walk Around The Country Park. The Ashton Court Estate Itself Is Located Close To Bristol In North Somerset, And Holds 850 Acres Of Woodland, Parkland And Gardens – All Open To Exploration. BS41 9JH 1.82 miles Ashton Court Is Around 2-Miles Outside Of The City Of Bristol. The Main Entrance Is Off The A369 Portishead Road.

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 1.95 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 1.96 miles

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Leigh Woods
Lovely Dog Friendly Walks, Several Path Choices Available. Popular With Families, Runners And Cyclists (Certain Paths Buggie Friendly). On The Weekends There Is A Refreshments Van. B3129 Bristol Lancashire BS8 3PB 2.00 miles

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Weather Forecast

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	Clear	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	-13.3°C	-14.2°C	-14.9°C	-15.4°C	-15.5°C	-14°C	-11.6°C	-9.6°C	-8.8°C	-8.8°C	-11.1°C	-12°C
Feels Like	-22°C	-22.9°C	-23.5°C	-23.1°C	-23°C	-21.9°C	-17.6°C	-15.4°C	-11.3°C	-11.1°C	-15°C	-16.6°C

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Temp	-12.1°C	-11.9°C	-11.5°C	-11°C	-7.8°C	-4.2°C	0.2°C	3.6°C	4.4°C	2.5°C	0.4°C	-0.4°C
Feels Like	-17.8°C	-18.4°C	-18.8°C	-18.8°C	-15.3°C	-11.1°C	-5.8°C	-1.5°C	0°C	-1.3°C	-3.5°C	-4.8°C

Tuesday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Clear	Clear	Clear	Cloudy	Cloudy	Cloudy	Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast
Temp	-1.3°C	-1.8°C	-1.6°C	-0.8°C	0.4°C	2.5°C	5.5°C	6.7°C	6.1°C	4.2°C	2.9°C	0.6°C
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