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Clifton is an inner suburb of Bristol, England, and the name of one of the city's thirty-five electoral wards. The Clifton ward also includes the areas of Cliftonwood and Hotwells. The eastern part of the suburb lies within the ward of Clifton Down.
- Go Beneath Clifton Suspension Bridge to Explore Its Secret Chambers
- Head Down The Slidey Rock
- Go Shopping at The Clifton Arcade
- Sample The Local Cider at The Coronation Tap
- Check Out Clifton’s Antiques Shops
- Dine and Dip at Bristol Lido
- Stroll Down The Birdcage Walk
- Stock Up on Mexican Goods at Otomí
- Seek Out Cliftonwood’S Colourful Houses
- Support Clifton’s Independent Bookshops
Arguably Bristol’s most iconic landmark, there’s only one place to start when you visit Clifton. Brunel’s most famous bridge is an engineering marvel that has attracted visitors for centuries. If you have grown a little tired of seeing it again and again, however, then may we suggest looking atClifton Suspension Bridgefrom a new angle. It was 20 ye...
A stone’s throw from Clifton Observatoryis a free activity every Bristolian knows about. Made shiny and smooth by generations of bums, is Clifton’s natural rock slide. While there is no official access, it’s hard to miss due to the often long queue of people waiting to slip down. It’s the cheapest thrill you’ll find in all of Bristol. Just please d...
This beautiful Victorian shopping arcade is packed with small independent shops. So everyone is guaranteed to find something they like. Not only does it include one of Bristol’s best art galleries, Hidden Gallery, but you’ll find jewellery, antiques, furniture, house plants and so much more for sale. This mini-shopping experience will certainly wea...
It hardly bears repeating that Bristolians love their cider spots. And when on the hunt for this sweet nectar of the gods, look no further than Clifton’s only, and Bristol’s oldest, cider specialists. Said to be older than the Clifton Suspension Bridge,The Coronation Tap(or Cori Tap as locals call it) has been around since the 18th century. Exclusi...
Clifton has a rich history. One that even pre-dates the rest of Bristol back to the Iron Age. But the grand Georgian houses of Royal York Crescent are enough to convince anyone of the storied past here. So why not take a step closer to those who came before by visiting one of several antique shops found in Clifton Village? The one we find ourselves...
It’s the oldest surviving heated pool in the country – although not quite the oldest – but is as noteworthy for its Mediterranean cuisine as its swimming facilities. Situated near Whiteladies Road, Bristol Lidooffers a relaxed space with food cooked visibly in a roaring hot Italian clay oven. The main restaurant sits above the pool, while the pools...
No matter the time of year, Birdcage Walk is the most magical walkway in Bristol. Notably bombed during the Second World War, it is a haunting leafy shortcut through Clifton’s cemetery. But thanks to arching trees overhead, overgrown graves lining the edges and a genuine sense of peace, it will leave an instant impression on anyone visiting. No won...
We’ve yet to decipher Clifton’s Mexican connection. But those looking to celebrate Cinco de Mayo or the Day of the Dead, or just want to make tacos for dinner, should look no further than Otomíon Boyce’s Avenue. It’s a one-stop shop for all your Mexican needs. From cupboard store goods to kitchenware, Frida Kahlo-inspired folk art to handmade tequi...
The story goes that Bristol’s former mayor, George Ferguson, was the first in Cliftonwoodto paint his house back in the 1970s. As a student, he and his friends bought a house together but their dream was almost upended when developers threatened to tear through the area to build tower blocks. In response, they painted the house terracotta red with ...
There are two stand-out bookshops in Clifton. Firstly, the independent Heron Booksin The Clifton Arcade has packed in wall-to-wall novels, poetry collections, classics and much more in a tiny space. Only opening in 2022, it has quickly become our first port of call for unique and new releases when in the area. But if looking for a cheaper surprise ...
Nov 24, 2021 · Cliftonwood (so called due to the small wood we have in the middle which forms part of Goldney Hall gardens) is a (surprisingly peaceful considering it’s half a mile from Bristol city centre) neighbourhood overlooking Bristol Harbourside.
Clifton is an ancient parish of Gloucestershire that forms a suburb of Bristol. It forms part of the Barton Regis Hundred . Notable places in Clifton include Clifton Suspension Bridge, Clifton Cathedral, Clifton College, The Clifton Club, Bristol Zoo, Goldney Hall and Clifton Down . Contents. [ hide ] 1 Clifton. 1.1 Geography and transport.
Clifton Wood is just below Clifton Village. Descend to the Harbourside past Goldney Hall and discover lovely winding streets & wonderful stepped paths.
Clifton is an inner suburb of Bristol, England, and the name of one of the city's thirty-five electoral wards. The Clifton ward also includes the areas of Cliftonwood and Hotwells.
The local's guide: Cliftonwood. Bristol-based photographer Jess Siggers guides us around Bristol's most colourful neighbourhood... Not Clifton, not Hotwells, but sandwiched in between… Cliftonwood (so called due to the small wood we have in the middle which forms part of Goldney Hall gardens) is a (surprisingly peaceful…
