Bristol Cathedral
Overview
Bristol Cathedral stands in the middle of Bristol's vibrant city centre. One of England's great medieval churches, the Augustinian abbey was founded here in the 12th century. For almost 900 years, the building has continued to be a place of sanctuary, prayer and music. Today the Cathedral boasts some of the most important medieval architecture in the UK - look out for the extraordinary Norman stone carving in the Chapter House, the medieval stained glass preserved in the cloister, the brightly coloured Eastern Lady Chapel, and the lofty arches and vaults which distinguish Bristol Cathedral as being of a medieval hall church design. With a rich programme of services and events, as well as shop, cafe and peaceful garden, Bristol Cathedral is a wonderful place to visit.
Features
- Opening Times
- Open all year
- Opening Times: Open all year, daily; Mon–Fri 8–5, Sat–Sun 8–3.15
- Facilities
- Parking nearby
- Cafe
- Children
- Suitable for children of all ages
About the area
The Anglo-Saxon settlement at Bristol grew up around the bridge and harbour on the River Avon. With access to the sea, it increased in importance.
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Hotel
The Bristol Hotel
★★★★
"Modern hotel set in Bristol's bustling creative hub...."
- Family rooms:
- Free TV
- WiFi available
- Lift available
Hotel
Bristol Harbour Hotel & Spa
★★★★
"A former bank is transformed into the height of opulence...."
- Family rooms: 3
- Free TV
- WiFi available
- Lift available
Town House Hotel
Hotel du Vin Bristol
★★★★
"Boutique loft style rooms in a converted 18th century sugar warehouse...."
- Family rooms: 10
- Free TV
- WiFi available
- Lift available
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The Bristol Hotel
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★★★★ Rating
Bristol Harbour Hotel & Spa
Bristol Harbour Hotel fuses two iconic former bank properties in the very heart of Bristol. Bedrooms and bathrooms are very comfortably furnished and equipped, and come in a range of sh...
★★★★ Rating
Hotel du Vin Bristol
This outpost of the Hotel Du Vin collection property is set in a Grade II listed, converted 18th-century sugar refinery near Bristol harbourside. Bedrooms are exceptionally well designe...
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Avon Gorge by Hotel du Vin
This iconic Bristol hotel restored and updated by Hotel Du Vin has an enviable location in Clifton Village, with views from the restaurant, terrace and some of the bedrooms over the fam...
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The Old Barn at Trymwood
The Old Barn at Trymwood is a self-catering cottage three miles from the centre of Bristol with a direct bus links every 10 minutes. It has two double bedrooms and sleeps four with room...
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The Old Barn at Trymwood
The Old Barn at Trymwood is a self-catering cottage three miles from the centre of Bristol with a direct bus links every 10 minutes. It has two double bedrooms and sleeps four with room...
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Park Farm Country Cottages
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