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Welcome Congratulations. Whichever of the West Country’s fine educational establishments you’ve got yourself a place at, you’ve done well. But we’re guessing you know that already. What you might not have realised yet, though, is what a wealth of ways to spend your precious leisure time Bristol and Bath have to offer. Which is why you’ll want to study this information-glutted insider’s guide to the twin cities as avidly as any of your set texts. Written by the same team of hardy experts who bring you Venue magazine and keep our website bristling with up-to-the-minute listings, features, previews and reviews, it’s an indispensible introduction to the world of entertainment, food & drink, shopping and leisure which exists right outside your door. You’ll find more about us and how to make sure you get a copy of Venue every month on p.32 – and just to make you feel more welcome still, we’re giving you hundreds of pounds’ worth of discount vouchers to use at some Bristol and Bath’s best bars, clubs, restaurants and shops (see p.156).
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Inside this guide... Bristol
Introduction 7 Map 8 Communities 10 Events 16 A Day in the Life 18
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Introduction 21 Map 22 Communities 24 Events 28 A Day in the Life 30
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Entertainment Music 36 Classical 42 Clubs 45 Theatre 50 Comedy 52 Dance 53 Cinema 55 Art 56 Lesbian & Gay 59 Spectator Sport 59
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Leisure Health & Fitness 137 Around Town 140 Participatory Sport 142 Travel & Transport 147 Online 148 Miscellaneous 150
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Bedminster & Southville
l Back in the 80s the cigarette factories that were the heart of Bedminster and Southville closed, leaving an area of solid Victorian and Edwardian housing with nothing much to do. But being ‘south of the river’ meant low rent residential living a short walk from the centre of town and a new community of artists, musicians and other creative souls moved in. Then, when architect George Ferguson saved the last corner of Wills from demolition, things really turned around for BS3. Now the Tobacco Factory café/bar is a lively gathering place with regular live music, a nationally reputed theatre upstairs and a weekly market. The whole North Street area has gained a stylish buzz, with a relaxed air of casual quality in refurbished pubs and bars offering real ales and interesting food – try Sunday lunch in the Spotted Cow, tasty lunches at The Lounge or the tempting menu at the Hen & Chicken (which also houses the Comedy Box stand-up venue). There’s plenty of pavement café action, too, with breakfast at Caffé Sazz or coffee outside the Southville Deli both popular, and tiny tapas bar El Rincon definitely the city’s
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to top-whack designerism, so best steer clear if funds are running low. Pros If you know what you want, you’ll probably find it here Cons If it’s quirky individualism you’re after, there are better places to go
The Centre most intimate live music venue. An annual international graffiti festival ensures eyecatching artwork in unlikely places, so keep your eyes peeled. Pros Easy living neighbourhood a mere stroll from the heart of the city Cons Commuter car parkers jamming the streets and the dawn chorus of Dockland seagulls
Broadmead & Cabot Circus
l Nobody actually lives in these retail wonderlands but thousands pass through daily, and given that practically every shop you ever heard of can be found in this square mile, that’s hardly surprising. First there was Broadmead’s on-street shopping area in the 60s, with Marks & Sparks, BHS and the like, then came The Galleries indoor precinct housing Waterstones bookshop, cheapo CD/DVD shop Head and bargainhunter heaven TK Maxx. But the 2008 arrival of Cabot Circus eclipsed all that – three floors of retail activity from Bench to Zara via Monsoon and Topshop, plus more than 30 eateries (Nando’s, Yo! Sushi, Gourmet Burger Kitchen, Giraffe…) and even a crazy golf course and multiplex cinema. Finally, there’s the upmarket Quakers Friars precinct where names like Kurt Geiger, Hugo Boss, Gant and Raymond Blanc rub their elegant shoulders with Harvey Nichols and Pravins. Put all together, the area pretty much covers the shopping waterfont, from bargain bucket
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l If all roads lead to Rome, then all Bristol bus routes lead to ‘the centre’ – the fountain splashing roundabout between the docks and the shops. It’s the hub around which much of the city’s cultural night life revolves, with the West End-welcoming Hippodrome theatre, classy rep Bristol Old Vic, big gigging O2 Academy and premier concert venue the Colston Hall all within earshot. Head to the dockside and the Watershed’s art cinemas and Arnolfini gallery both reward culture vultures with whatever’s cutting edge right now. Then it’s only a small step further to cool live music venues like The Louisiana, The Fleece and Mr Wolf’s Noodle Bar, offering everything from hip-hop to indie, funk, metal and… erm, noodles. King Street’s a good bet, with jazz at the famed Old Duke, cider on board The Apple and the ever-welcoming Renato’s late evening pizzas. The Big Chill Bar in nearby Small Street has great free DJ sets but the mainstream club action is in the mighty Club Privé and the massive Oceana. Pros Plenty of choice means something for everybody most nights of the week Cons Tends to be binge-drinking and kebabchucking central at the weekends
Clifton & Clifton Village
l There’s a distinction here: anywhere east of Park Street and Whiteladies Road can be considered Clifton, and within those residential streets there are many hidden delights like the Alma pub/theatre, Papadeli’s lush produce and popular watering holes Racks and Channings. Over towards the Suspension Bridge, however, and a definite
rung or two up the social ladder, the tight-knit community of Clifton Village lives in Georgian elegance. Though genuinely upmarket, the Village has always welcomed students, and it’s worth a browse through the shopping streets if only to marvel at the price tags. Cruising the arcades of the old antique market is an entertaining prelude to coffee and cakes at The Primrose Café. Those new to the local tipple can get a useful education in cider while checking great live music at the Coronation Tap, while the bohemian rockers at The Grapes offer live entertainment and legendary Sunday lunches. And, of course, there’s no end of push-the-boat-out dining opportunities, from the bistro-style Clifton Kitchen to fine dining at Muset by Ronnie, Prosecco or The Albion Dining Room. On sunny evenings a terrace table at the Avon Gorge Hotel restaurant can be the best seat in town. Pros A charming place to visit for atmosphere and class Cons All that niceness comes at a price, especially where the rent book is concerned
Cotham & Redland
l With so much good solid Victorian housing available for rent, there have always been plenty of students living in this leafy hinterland between Whiteladies Road and the Gloucester
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Road. It’s a very residential area, with most of the pubs, restaurants and shops concentrated on two roads, each blessed with a spectacular concentration of eateries. While Cotham Hill offers everything from all-day breakfasts at The Friary, freshly made pizza at The Hill and the Deco Lounge’s contemporary pub-food, the real treat is top quality Flinty Red, partner business to neighbouring independent wine sellers Corks. Across the road you’ll find the Bristol Kite Shop’s impressive selection of flyable playthings, and just around the corner in Abbotsford Road, the lovely Earthbound organic shop. Deeper into Redland, Chandos Road boasts the amazing Ahmed’s Curry Café – a must for price and quality – while Moreish does contemporary food with style and Culinaria holds the torch for the rich neoFrench indulgence that also inspired former Chandos restaurateur Keith Floyd. Pros Handy for both universities, this is an easy neighbourhood to fit into Cons Hard to find any, though demand can make rents competitive
Easton, Eastville and Greenbank
l With its close-packed streets of smaller housing and well-established multicultural identity, Easton is a lively area that’s temptingly cheap to live in. This means, however, that it is also one of Bristol’s poorer communities with a not unjustified reputation for burglary and street crime. The cosmopolitan shops and cafés of St Mark’s Road give a taste of the neighbourhood’s positive qualities, however, with the misleadingly named Bristol Sweet Mart actually a teemingly comprehensive bazaar serving Asian, African and European customers with specialist foods, spices and fresh exotic fruit and vegetables. Check out, too, two award-winning eating houses – the Thali Café’s combination of Indo-kitsch décor, groovy music and authentically cooked (but reasonably priced) food and Café Maitreya, annually declared one of the UK’s top vegetarian restaurants for the sheer imagination and skill behind the dishes they
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serve. You’ll not find much in the way of gastropubs but atmospheric locals like The Sugarloaf, The Plough and The Chelsea reflect a richly mixed community, and the newly refurbished Greenbank houses regular live music with an emphasis on jazz, funk and blues. Pros Lively community life and interesting people Cons Could be a little too edgy for comfort at times
Fishponds and Kingswood
l Marking where Bristol merges into South Gloucestershire, these eastern neighbourhoods
are especially convenient for UWE, with both St Matthias and Glenside campuses situated in Fishponds and regular buses running out to the main Frenchay site. Bus connections are good to the centre of Bristol, too, and both the dedicated, car-free Bristol-to-Bath cyclepath and the delightfully rural Frome Valley running down to Eastville Park provide speedy and gently sloping routes into town. Near St Matt’s you’ll find both the Porto Lounge café/ bar and the Cross Hands pub welcoming, while Nature’s Genius sells a broad range of organic food and health supplements. Genius of another kind is behind the award-winning Castellano’s amazing home-cured sausages and patés, available from his Fishponds Rd deli/café. Even further east you’ll find Kingswood, where Greater Bristol meets the rolling Gloucestershire countryside. A selfcontained town, the High Street may have seen better days, but it’s kept its pecker up and Maguire’s fish and chip shop at the Clock Tower is still very much a legend. Pros Cheap to live, with plenty of open spaces Cons Definitely off the beaten track as far as night-time entertainment goes
North Bristol
l Bit of a catch-all name for the various neighbourhoods running from the slopes of Montpelier through St Andrews and Bishopston to Horfield. Rented accommodation gets harder to find among the smaller family homes gathered around St Andrew’s Park, one of the liveliest and best used community spaces in the city. It’s worth persisting, though, if there’s any chance of having the Gloucester Road’s ever-changing kaleidoscope of independent businesses on your doorstep. Food shops particularly worth seeking out include the home-cured delights of the Daily Meal deli, Turkish bakery Bristanbul, the healthy bargains in both Scoopaway and La Ruca and the meats from Murray’s butchery, but retrophilia outfit RePsycho and hippy clothes ’n’ hat shop Billie Jean also add flavour in their own special way. You could dine at top gastropub Robin Hood’s Retreat, eat amazing South Indian food at Dev’s or go for a Vietnamese at Huong Que. Then maybe drink at The Bristol Flyer, The Prince of Wales (if you can get in – it’s very popular) or Scream pub The Rising Sun. Perhaps you’ll catch an evening’s music at The Golden Lion, Blue Lagoon or The Prom, or just hang about at any of the countless pavement cafés. Pros All of the above, obviously, and sunsets in the park Cons With so many distractions it might be hard to remember to get on with your work
Park St, Park Row & The Triangle
l Close to Bristol Uni and much official student accommodation and providing a buffer from the less salubrious centre, this tends to be where a lot of student bank accounts get nibbled away. Park Street’s
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steep slopes drift slowly upmarket, with Cath Kidston and Jamie’s Italian now joining the venerably stylish Bristol Guild shop and cocktail-classy Goldbrick House. Nonetheless, there’s still plenty of fun to be had of an evening at places like The Elbow Room and Cooler and the chickentastic Nando’s, spicy Mission Burrito and the exuberant Greek restaurant-cum-disco Yia Mass, which all do a roaring trade. It’s also worth finding the hidden delights of The Folk House and its splendid organic café. Park Row boasts an interesting collection of unexpected businesses, including two violin shops and Surakhan, Bristol’s only Korean restaurant. There’s also Zero Degrees – a stylish bar and diner with a microbrewery on the premises, famed for its mango beer. Both roads converge on The Triangle, another student nexus where Illusions Magic Bar offers up-close prestidigitation, and the queue for the Magic Roll’s generous and tasty wraps stretch long into the night. The Triangle also hosts Rise, a great independent record shop with a big range and small prices. Pros So much on offer it’s hard to know where to start Cons Don’t let its twinkly attractions stop you exploring the rest of the city!
St Werburghs
l Pop through the railway tunnel on Mina Road and you enter what is probably Bristol’s greenest ‘quarter’, with the Narroways nature reserve, the self-built Ashley Vale eco-homes and a charming City Farm all nestling at the foot of an entire hillside of allotments busily saving the planet. It reflects the wider St Werburghs community and the higherthan-average proportion of activists, artists, musicians and festival folk often to be found on the lawn of The Farm pub on a sunny afternoon. The area’s red-brick streets offer tidy little houses at reasonable rents and, for what feels like an oasis in the middle of the cityscape, it’s a bargain if you can find somewhere. Other Mina Road pleasures include a church converted into an indoor climbing centre, the DNC Bread Shop/ Caribbean takeaway), delicious parsley-rich wraps from Biblos and a reliably great pint at the Miners Arms. Factor in the Better Food Company’s nationally rated supply of organic food goodies and you get the picture. Pros Clean air – for a city ‘hood – and an easy chilled ambience Cons Hard to pinpoint, really, though the buses could be more frequent
Stokes Croft,St Pauls and Montpelier
l OK – so you’ll know all about Stokes Croft by now – or maybe not. For years before the national press discovered it, the People’s Republic of Stokes Croft had been scorning planning blight and official disinvestment to build a unique community of independent
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enterprises and freethinking idealism, most clearly visible in a profusion of dazzling street art by Banksy, Inkie and others. That regeneration is still there, whatever else has happened, and best sampled in the generous nosh of the Canteen bar/café, the cheery scavenging gourmandoiserie of Runcible Spoon, the livewire music of The Croft, the art weirdness of the Here shop and, above all, the relentlessly exploratory multimedia strangeness at The Cube ‘microplex’. Head St Pauls-wards and you’re in the heart of one of the UK’s oldest Afro-Caribbean communities, home of the unmissably joyful annual carnival, while Licata’s deli, the Radford Mill shop, The Bristolian café and the Michelin star-worthy food and wine at Bell’s Diner make Montpelier’s Picton Street a veritable national heritage site of alternative culture. Pros Things happen here, and interesting people come and go Cons With all that freethinking comes a certain edginess that has to be respected
Totterdown & Brislington
l Pulling into Temple Meads, you’ll see the colourful terraces of the appropriately named Totterdown peeling down the steep cliffs beyond the station. Straddling both Bath and Wells Roads as they wend eastwards, the area has long been a haunt of the musical and artistic, with legendary landlord Mad Ernie at the Shakespeare pub a great patron of the performing arts. He’s long gone but the pub and its neighbour The Oxford both offer a friendly face and a well-kept pint still, while the local Thali café offers the excellent (and award-winning) tiffin tin takeaway service. On the Wells Rd, Moroccan café Assilah is popular, while the pizza from Acappella is unquestionably among Bristol’s finest. Half-way to Brislington on the Bath Road, Paintworks houses the vibrant Bocabar and there’s pancakes and bacon for breakfast in The Tube diner’s glistening silver Airstream caravans. Just over the road, there’s The Thunderbolt, a pub/venue with a knack for rejuvenating aged punks and near-forgotten heroes, then passing the morbid Victorian delights of recently restored Arnos Vale Cemetery, you reach the well-kept terraces of Brislington’s Sandy Park area, a residential suburb that’s nonetheless well linked to the heart of the action. The short walk to Beese’s Riverside Tea Gardens is essential if you’re over that way. Pros Low on pressure, high on friendliness Cons Brislington can be a little staid, but Totterdown is on the up, for sure
Whiteladies Road & The Downs l Anyone living in Bristol University’s Stoke Bishop halls of residence soon learns the ins and outs of Whiteladies Road (and
its tailpiece Blackboy Hill), notably the convenient Sainsbury’s in the Clifton Down shopping centre, the Better Food Company’s organic equivalent just a tad further uphill or the spectacular wholefood/healthfood selection at Harvest. Or maybe it’s more likely to be mojitos and enchiladas at Las Iguanas, splendidly deluxe fish ’n’ chips from Fishminster or a spicy Italian plateful from Planet Pizza? Could be top tapas, Barcelona-style, at Ocean or maybe cocktails at Bar Humbug (where they train staff in ‘bar coolness’) or even the slightly elusive Hausbar (knock three times…). Whatever distractions tempt you, you’ll inevitably end up on The Downs, the 400-odd acres of untrammelled grassland that’s home to any amount of football pitches, jogging routes and canoodling corners. Explore it further and you’ll find breathtaking views of the Avon Gorge, access to the 175-yearold Bristol Zoo and, eventually, Brunel’s awesome Suspension Bridge, the gateway to Leigh Woods, Ashton Court and all manner of lovely open spaces beyond. When the whole city thing gets too much, it’s a great space to let your cares drift away. Pros On Whiteladies Road you’re never short of distractions, but the Downs just let you be Cons Terribly pricey area to live, mind
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with the smoky whiff of barbecued jerk chicken. Go easy on the Red Stripe and catch cabaret, spoken word and live music amidst the bustling markets and smiling samba bands. As dusk falls, mighty soundsystems turn St Pauls into a giant block party. FFI: WWW.STPAULSCARNIVAL.CO.UK
DOT TO DOT Late May, various venues • Always surfing the foamy wave of now, Dot to Dot’s built a reputation for booking a decent swathe of new music. It’s a three-city spectacular that runs in Bristol, Nottingham and Manchester on consecutive nights. For a reasonable fee (around £30) you can taste over 100 bands across six venues – the tough bit’s choosing who to miss. FFI: WWW.DOTTODOTFESTIVAL.CO.UK
HARBOUR FESTIVAL July/Aug, Harbourside • What began 40 years ago as a protest against plans to build roads all over Bristol docks is now the biggest party in the City Council’s diary. It’s free and sprawls along the waterside, into Millennium Square, Castle Park and Queen Square, with an opening night party followed by a packed weekend of live music, nautical displays, circus spectaculars and fabulous food. FFI: WWW.BRISTOLHARBOURFESTIVAL.CO.UK
BRISTOL SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL June/July, various venues • ‘Macbeth’ in the grounds of an actual castle, ‘Twelfth Night’ at the zoo – Britain’s biggest alfresco festival of Mr Shakespeare’s portfolio never fails to deliver. From stately homes to church halls, the BSP brings out the seduction, silliness and sinister goings on in the most unlikely places. FFI: WWW.BRISTOLSHAKESPEARE.ORG.UK
ST PAULS CARNIVAL July, St Pauls • Once upon a time, St Pauls had a bit of a bad reputation – but (August’s riots notwithstanding) it’s been through something of a renaissance, and this annual mother-of-all-streetparties is a celebration of all that. The streets heave with floats, feathers and sequins and the air is thick
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BRISTOL INTERNATIONAL BALLOON FIESTA Aug, Ashton Court Estate • Bristol and balloons are like Egypt and pyramids – they’re a part of the place. The annual pilgrimage to Ashton Court to honour the giant flying beauties is a highlight of the summer – make sure you catch at least one mass ascent and a nightglow, when the flame-lit balloons dance to music. In between there’s a funfair, markets, parachute stunts and (traditionally) an aerial show from the Red Arrows. FFI: WWW.BRISTOLBALLOONFIESTA.CO.UK
BRISFEST Sept, Harbourside (2011), Ashton Court (2012) • Bristol’s by-the-people, for-the-people festival has grown into a giant showcase of (deep breath) circus, music, interactive art, cabaret, comedy, clubbing and street theatre across nine stages, 10 nightclubs and a properly mysterious secret location. This year (23-25 Sept, if you get this guide early), there’s a Bermuda Triangle theme: next year should see the festival relocate to Ashton Court – a proper greenfield festival just across the bridge. Marvellous.
Screen dreams Bristol’s long been a world leader in the film industry, home to Wallace and Gromit creators Aardman Animations and the BBC’s Natural History Unit amongst (many) others, so perhaps it’s to be expected that a fine salvo of filmic events shimmer across local screens, from the world cinema-championing Compass (who are planning a multiplatform show in late November and a full filmic fortnight in the spring) and Afrika Eye (last weekend in October) to the breathtaking cinematic safari of Wildscreen (every other October – the next one’s 2012) and the quick-flick paradise Encounters (16-20 Nov), one of the world’s best-known showcases for short film and animation. FFI: WWW.WILDSCREENFESTIVAL.ORG, WWW.ENCOUNTERS-FESTIVAL.ORG.UK, COMPASSFESTIVAL.BLOGSPOT. COM, AFRIKAEYE2010. BLOGSPOT.COM
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BRISTOL INTERNATIONAL KITE FESTIVAL Sept, Ashton Court Estate • If you thought kite flying was a disappointing wrestle with a contrary diamond of fabric on a string, think again. Kite Fest – or the Bristol International Festival of Kites and Air Creations, to give it its proper name – uses wind in some very exciting ways: flying octopuses and killer whales, man-lifting kite surf wings, Japanese fighting kites and graceful synchronised displays. FFI: WWW.KITE-FESTIVAL.ORG.UK
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A fresh start OK – so early starts in Freshers’ Week are probably a write-off, but once the timetable kicks in and the hangovers are less frequent, you really should get outside and make the most of morning’s magical light. Bristol’s big on green spaces: the Downs – worth a bracing stroll to check the view across the mighty Avon Gorge (bring a kite if it’s windy); Brandon Hill, just off Park Street – climb to the top of the newly re-opened Cabot Tower for a panoramic vista across the city and beyond. Take a prebreakfast jog around the harbourside, admire the boats and the sunrise across the silken waters, or head over the Suspension Bridge into Ashton Court’s great green grandeur, with its winding footpaths and beginner-friendly bike trails. Breathe in, breathe out. Now that’s the way to start the day.
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Brekkie recce The most important meal of the day doesn’t have to be a rushed bowl of cereal or a heart attack on a plate – Bristol’s a great place for breaking one’s fast. If you’re of a traditional sit-down persuasion, try the excellent eggs benedict at Zazu’s Kitchen, and watch the whirl of Stokes Croft through the floorto-ceiling windows. Manic for organic? Get your local-grown goodness at the wonky wooden hobbit hole of St Werburgh’s City Farm Café, or the nearby Better Food Company. Feeling fruity and virtuous? Try the Big Banana Juice Bar in St Nick’s Market – all your five-a-day in one cup, with guarana for added zing. For more suggestions, see Food & Drink on p.61.
Retail therapy In the old days people got student grants, which were tiny but adequate because beer only cost tuppence ha’penny and everyone ate coal. Now, of course, you’ve got thousands of pounds of student loans to burn, so you’re gonna have to shop. There’s the £500m temple of Mammon that is Cabot Circus – an orgy of trendy high-streety stuff gathered under a glass roof like a giant fly’s eye. Broadmead’s nearby too, with more of the same but sans roof. For the more discerning shopper, there are plenty of places with a little extra personality – vintage lovers should head up Christmas Steps to retro lounge Shop, duck into Billie Jean and RePsycho on Gloucester Road, or seek out Cox and Baloney on Cheltenham Road. Park Street’s always a good bet too – BS8 buzzes with independent boutiques; further up the hill are preloved paradise Uncle Sam’s and ice-cool Cooshti. For urban hip, seek out Seven Store, tucked off the main drag on Park Street Avenue, Dutty Shop on Cheltenham Road and Fifty Fifty, back down the bottom of Park Street. Just don’t blame us when your cash runs out. Or start juggling on street corners. Please. See Shopping on p.113.
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Art of the matter So you’ve spunked all your dough on trainers that match your iPad. You need fun for free. Time to get reacquainted with your old friend culture. Dockside, there’s the all-new M Shed, a multimillion-pound museum celebrating Bristol across three fascinating galleries; just across the water is the Arnolfini, home to cerebral conceptual art, films and events; Nelson Street, once a gloomy grey corridor into Broadmead, has been facelifted on a huge scale by graffiti artists from around the world. The catchily named Bristol City Museum and Art Gallery (Queens Road, up the top of Park Street) offers a regularly changing roster of major art shows alongside its fascinating permanent exhibitions of dinosaurs, ancient Egyptian stuff and extinct animals in glass cases. Head down from there towards the artisan heartland around Christmas Steps, where you’ll find the colourful Snap, Blaze and Cube galleries, then press onto Stokes Croft, a self-styled ‘Cultural Quarter’ full of ever-changing street art, pop-up galleries and great little finds like the Here gallery and the PRSC New Gallery. Entry for all of these is free. See Entertainment on p.35.
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Screenwash What better way to fill the lull between lunch and dinner with a trip to the flicks? Bristol used to be thick with cinemas – more than 50 of them. These days we make do with a mere 10 or so, from the tiny, volunteer-run wonder that is the Cube (which mostly offers evening screenings) to the state-of-the-art 13-screen Cinema de Lux in Cabot Circus, with its swanky Director’s Hall. For arthouse and world cinema, try the Arnolfini (films a fiver for NUS card-holders) or the Watershed, just across the docks, where pre-4pm screenings are a mere £3.60 for students. See Entertainment on p.35.
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Dinner is served Time to line the stomach before beer o’clock. Newish on the eats scene is localfood championing No 1 Harbourside, whose mains start at a fiver, and include free soup and homemade bread with every meal; and the tiny, tucked away Runcible Spoon on Ninetree Hill, whose inventive menu shifts with the seasons. The multi-award-winning Thali cafés (dotted across the city) offer interesting Indian street food to eat in or take away in cunning tiffin towers. Any self-respecting veggie should visit Maitreya on St Marks Road at least once – it’s not cheap but it is Bristol’s best meat-free restaurant. Carnivores, meanwhile, should head to Burger Joint – gourmet goodness in a bun. That should keep you going ’til kebabtime. See Food & Drink on p.61.
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Into the drink Nunc est bibendum, as Horace so wisely said. Now is indeed the time to drink. But what, and where? Bristol’s famous for cider, so swing by the Bristol Cider House for a speciality tasting session, or booze barge The Apple, who offer delights like Tractor Fuel and cider sangria. Speaking of barges, the Grain Barge is a cracker, with live music below decks and rooftop views across the boat-bobbing docks to the historic ss Great Britain. Cocktailsipping sophisticates should head to Hausbar or Whitelock and Grace, both hidden away just off Whiteladies Road. For wilder times, seek out Mr Wolf’s on St Stephen Street, a noodle-peddling gigspace where every night seems to be party night, or Mother’s Ruin, just round the corner – tattoos and darkness downstairs, gigs up top. Ace. See Food & Drink on p.61.
In da club As new-arriving students, you’ll probably be dragged to Oceana, Po Na Na and the Lizard Lounge. Each doubtless has a role to play in Bristol’s after-dark drama. But please, for the sake of all that is good and right, look a little further than these. Bristol’s clublife is a bulbous, throbbing thing – check Motion on Avon Street, the club in a skatepark, with half-pipe floors and a riverside rave garden; the sweatsheened techno cellars of Timbuk2; the clubon-a-boat high-jinks of jolly joytub Thekla, so cool it’s got its own Banksy sprayed on the side. These are just a toe-dip in what Bristol’s darkside has to offer. Keep your ears to the ground. See Entertainment on p.35.
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Night owls The night may not be young, but you are, so fuel up and keep on keepin’ on. If you’ve got post-party munchies, seek sustenance at Cedars Express on Park Row, purveyors of superb Lebanese wraps and subtly spiced kofta – you can even hire a shisha pipe. Further up the hill is Magic Roll, a justly famous late-night snack stop offering fresh-filled wraps and sauces – the halloumi here is king of all cheeses. Speaking of kings, Falafel King on Narrow Quay earn their crown dishing out locallybaked flatbreads packed with balls of chickpea heaven. If you’re hungry, ask for a laffa – they’ll know what you mean. If the fuel-up gives you a second wind (and some wind is inevitable, given all those chickpeas), there are plenty of late bars to drink in the dawn – whisky specialist The Woods on Park Avenue, its walls adorned with animal horns; the dubfriendly Cosies, hidden in a cellar below Portland Square; the sleek Park bar, up on the Triangle; The Bank, up Stokes Croft, with its armoured strong-room snug – and dozens more in between. Finding them all is half the fun. Just make sure you find your way home, eventually…
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elcome to Bath: founded by the Romans in AD43, officially designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987, muchloved by the groovy Georgians, the virtuous Victorians, Jane Austen, Sally Lunn, Tobias Smollet, Richard Brinsley Sheridan... and you. Now wake up and smell the fresh coffee! Bath may indeed have an illustrious history, but that was then, and this, dear reader, is right here, right now. Don’t let Bath’s historical hysterics overwhelm you as you set about rewriting your own version of history-in-the-making; this eminently beautiful mini-metropolis offers a uniquely characterful backdrop against which to set your own contemporary scene. Where do you fit in? Read on...
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is where the train and bus stations are), you’ll find yourself in the modern-day version of retail therapy central. The Southgate development (completed in 2010) has brought a distinctly 00s version of the shopping and leisure ‘experience’ to the city, courtesy of a gleaming shopping complex stuffed to the gills with high street big names. But despite the burgeoning invasion of chain and franchise operations, independent life in Bath continues to thrive (even in Southgate: check out Little Southgate for a break from the overinflated super-commercial hype). Further into town, the Guildhall Market is home to a myriad food, jewellery, book, vintage and novelty stalls and a couple of ace cafes; Margarets Buildings (a charming pedestrianised lane tucked between the Royal Crescent and the Circus) boasts an enchanting selection of independent boutiques, galleries and antique shops; and even the Kingsmead Leisure Complex (James Street West) – with its multiscreen Odeon cinema, well-equipped Fitness First gym, themed restaurants and huge Wetherspoons pub – seamlessly
blends with the independent eclectica that surrounds it. Happening Whether you want to shop to the big-name beat or prefer to go it alone with the independents, the choice is yours Hindrance! What’s going to happen to Bath’s independent traders if we don’t support them? Please let’s never find out
George Street/ Milsom Street
l The further up north you wander, the more elegant it becomes (in Bath, at least). Milsom Street – home to Jolly’s (the oldest department store in the UK) – is very well-served in terms of upmarket cashsplurging opportunities, with a healthy dose of independent traders dotted amongst a
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classy but familiar array of retail outlets. Wander off the main drag and you’ll discover Milsom Place – a lively little sanctuary based around a super-pretty cobbled courtyard and home to designer shops and eateries including the Parisian-themed Le Parisian, Solo Pizza, Côte Brasserie, Jamie’s Italian and Yo! Sushi. Up around the George Street/ Milsom Street crossroads, there’s yet more cute chiceteria and some of Bath’s biggest, liveliest bars to explore; take a few steps off the beaten track and wander up trafficfree Bartlett Street, however, and you’ll rediscover a sense of calm, courtesy of café/ tapas haven Same, Same But Different, Yen Sushi (Bath’s only authentic Japanese/sushi experience) and the multi-faceted ‘lifestyle/ shopping experience’ that is The Loft. And as is the case with every turn you take in Bath, there’s a little bit of Georgian history in your
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sightline: check out the Assembly Rooms and the Fashion Museum and find out how the other half used to live. Happening A successful balancing act between old (money) and new (inspirations) Hindrance! How much did you say you want for those artfully distressed jeans??! Up north, the prices can freeze you out.
Larkhall/Camden
While cosy Camden – home to one of Bath’s little-known but most glorious crescents – is largely residential, the adjoining stylish ’burb that is Larkhall exists, in a similar fashion to Widcombe (see below), in a satellite all of its own, with the lively, leftfield Rondo theatre and an eclectic mixture of independent pubs, shops and
l It’s a well-known fact that even the hippest chicsters need to take time out from living the urbane, urban lifestyle every once in a while – it’s all about balance, ma-a-an! Fortunately, there’s a spot of quick-fix tranquillity around almost every Bath city-centre corner. Venture out of the back doors of the recently refurbished Holburne Museum (Great Pulteney Street) and discover Sydney Gardens, Bath’s oldest park, built alongside the Kennet and Avon canal. Luxuriating in the shadow of the Royal Crescent (pictured), the verdant Victoria Park offers everything from meadows to bask in to a café, crazy golf and Botanic Gardens to play in, while Parade Gardens (right by the Abbey) features a bandstand, tea gardens and weir views. Elsewhere, you can swoon at the fabulous views from Alexandra Park, take the Linear Park stroll (all the way from Bear Flat to the back of the Oldfield Park area) or indulge in a super-smart sense of pastoral paradise in both Hedgemead and Henrietta Parks. Go green!
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26BathCommunities delis at the heart of the action. One Beaufort (on Beaufort West/London Road) brings Gallic-themed gastropub sensibilities to the vicinity, while the breathtaking cityscape views at the top of the hill have to be seen to be believed. Happening The tranquil, stylishly friendly vibe Hindrance! The home-time hike after the downtown experience
Moorland Road/ Oldfield Park
l It would be possible to live, socialise and party-on in the Moorland Road without ever taking a trip into town. But as this lively student/young family heartland is just a 15-minute stroll from the heart of the city centre action, boasts its own railway station (Oldfield Park) and is well catered for by excellent bus services, the best of both worlds is on your doorstep. Find a branch of the super-popular, easygoing Lounge chain (Velo), an utterly charming café (Bath Bakery, we salute you) and the glorious Panahar BYO Indian bistro (conveniently placed across the road from an off-licence) providing refreshment opportunities on the main shopping thoroughfare alongside independent butchers, bakers, hardware, pet and wholefood emporia, delis, several top-notch takeaways and a delightful muddle of charity shops. Happening Wallet-friendly shopping, entertainment and accommodation in a ‘homely’ environment Hindrance? Young families and student households don’t always see eye-to-eye
Walcot Street/ London Road
l Eclectic, funky and vibrant, Bath’s Walcot Street/London Road area has, since the 1960s, held the informal title of Bath’s Artisan Quarter and represents the essence of alternative life in the city. If shopping’s your thing, you’ve stumbled across Mecca: vintage clothes, computer repairs, independent galleries, a craft workshop hub (The Makery), the fascinating foodie haven that is The Fine Cheese Company, the veggie/vegan Aladdin’s cave that is Harvest – the list is endless and demands exploration. The long-established pubs that line the route (the legendary Bell at 103 London Road, the Star Inn on The Paragon and the Pig and Fiddle on Saracen Street) are second to none in terms of character, while the effervescent Tramshed, the supercool Hudson Bar and Grill, uberstylish Italian brasserie Aqua and recent welcome addition Sam’s Kitchen Deli combine to offer delectable watering-hole opportunities. Happening Ah yes, indeed, pretty much 24 hours a day Hindrance! Bath and North East Council are considering applications/proposals to build a casino on the Walcot Street Cattle
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Widcombe
l It has often been stated around these yer parts (not least of all by Ralph Oswick, artistic director of the acclaimed Natural Theatre Company) that Widcombe is almost an independent state (of mind, at least) – and who are we to argue? Conveniently situated behind the railway station and nestling on the borders of the gloriously pastoral paradise of Lyncombe Vale, this community-driven haven boasts the largest residents’ association in Bath, holds its own annual street festival (the unmissable Widcombe Rising)... and is home to the aforementioned NTC. The main drag (Widcombe Parade) is lined with the kind of shops, pubs, takeaways, restaurants and bars that negate the need for the short walk to the city centre completely, including two of Bath’s best gastropubs (the White Hart and the Ring O’Bells), a properly traditional neighbourhood boozer (The Ram), Hon Fusion (one of the city’s few Chinese restaurants) and Indian takeaway Ruposhi, rated by many as the best in the city. Happening The strong community vibe; limitless entertainment options packed into one tiny, village-like space Hindrance! Parking is virtually impossible – but then who needs a car?
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BATH LITERATURE FESTIVAL March, various venues • Ten days of fascinating bookish happenings, attracting some of the world’s best writers. Want to broaden your university learning experience? Come hither, young scholar. Expect first-hand insight from Nobel and Booker Prize winners, poet laureates and ground-breaking political thinkers, alongside lively debate, writing workshops and participatory fun like the Poetry Taxi, offering meter by the meter. FFI: WWW.BATHLITFEST.ORG.UK
BATH COMEDY FESTIVAL March-April, various venues • This ever-expanding mirth marathon brings a mix of big-name comics and stand-up stars in the making, with a hearty side-serving of silliness in the form of comedy walking tours, new act competitions, improv nights and comedy theatre.
celebration of Bath’s most famous author managed to break the Guinness world record for the ‘largest gathering of people in Regency costume’. The streets and goodly inns heave with corsets and bonnets before the showcase costumed promenade, and there’s also an 18th-century-style country fair, book talks, masked balls, plus Regency-inspired theatre, concerts, walking tours and dances. Afraid you’ll be underdressed? Don’t worry – there’s even a workshop on making your own Regency gown. FFI: WWW.JANEAUSTEN.CO.UK
BATH COFFEE FESTIVAL Late May, Bath Recreation Ground • There’s an old saying that coffee should be “black as night, strong as death and sweet as an angel’s kiss”. Whether or not they always meet these tricky criteria, there are certainly more coffee shops than ever before, and there’s an increasing awareness of the subtlety and variety of the magical coffee bean. Thus Bath now has its own coffee festival, a weekend of demonstrations, tasting sessions and talks.
BATH FILM FESTIVAL Nov, Little Theatre Cinema and other selected venues • Celebrating its 20th birthday this year, the Bath Film Fest offers a thoughtful exploration of lesser-known movies, leftfield Hollywood stuff, world cinema, documentaries and ground-breaking new work. Centred around the tiny but wonderful Little Theatre Cinema (as seen in Wes Anderson’s ‘Fantastic Mr Fox’, fact fans), the festival dips into other unexpected places – pop-up outdoor screenings, films in historic halls and the like – and there’s an emphasis on critical engagement with the films through discussions, workshops and talks from many of the film directors themselves.
FFI: WWW.BATHCOFFEEFESTIVAL.CO.UK
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BATH INTERNATIONAL MUSIC FESTIVAL May/June, various venues • A huge feather in Bath’s cultural cap this one – a fortnight or so of the very finest music the world has to offer, from cutting-edge electronica to classical masterpieces, exotic world music, fleet-fingered folk and jumpin’ jazz. There are free gigs in the streets, big-ticket choral spectaculars in the Abbey and everything in between.
BATH MOZARTFEST Nov, various venues • Mozart’s only the beginning for this nine-day classical festival. This year’s highlights include singing ensemble The Sixteen glorying in Purcell and Handel in the startling acoustics of Bath Abbey, string quartets in the Guildhall and the celebrated Nash Ensemble tackling Haydn, Dvorák, Borodin and Brahms in the Georgian finery of the Assembly Rooms.
FFI: WWW.BATHCOMEDYFESTIVAL.CO.UK
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JANE AUSTEN FESTIVAL Sept, various venues • Last year’s week-long
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BATH FRINGE FESTIVAL May/June, various venues • Bath can be a bit straight-laced and genteel, but the Fringe always brings a welcome two-and-a-bit weeks of lunacy. Across 30 or so different venues – including a vintage wooden spiegeltent, a former railway station and the streets themselves – the Fringe flings a feast of “all the artforms we can find (and some that don’t have names yet)”, including live music, leftfield theatre, comedy, cabaret and dance, with unhinged street theatre and diverting art thrown in for good measure. FFI: WWW.BATHFRINGE.CO.UK
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Oh, what a beautiful morning! “Then Bath spread herself before us, like a beautiful dowager giving a reception” – ah, dear old JB Priestley; we couldn’t have put it better ourselves. Inspire your own lyrical waxings by starting your day taking in the view from Alexandra Park on the summit of Beechen Cliff (approximately half a mile out of town) and witness the map you’ve got clenched in your newbie fist come to glorious3D life (if you can’t face the hike up the hill, take a number 14 bus heading in the direction of Odd Down, and ask to be put off at Bear Flat, on the Wellsway). Stroll back into town, familiarising yourself with the city that looks like a stage set before the extras clutter up the scene as you go: the Abbey, the Pump Rooms, the Theatre Royal, Pulteney Bridge, the Circus, the Assembly Rooms and the Royal Crescent are all within easy walking distance of each other and constitute the landmarks that will become the markers on which every direction you receive (and eventually give out) will be based.
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The Breakfast Club Bath goes big on breakfasts. Starting with the full-on traditional, greasy spoon experience, breakfast feasts at the unashamedly old-school Guildhall Market Cafe might bust your belly but won’t break the bank. Kingsmead Square, meanwhile, is a veritable Bath café society hotspot at any time of the day, and the action starts early; whether you opt for an impeccably sourced selection of options at the Boston Tea Party, a seriously good bacon butty at the Jazz Café or any one of the all-day breakfast-themed delights at Eat5Star, all your early morning repast needs are catered to. Venture just around the corner to Queen Street and let the Wild Café take you slightly off the beaten track to breakfast nirvana, grab a coffee from Colonna and Smalls on Chapel Row or voyage further uptown to café-bar haven the Lime Lounge (St Margarets Buildings) to indulge in a thoroughly laidback weekend brunch guaranteed to keep you chilled out all day. See Food & Drink from p.61.
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Grab your passport The exclusive Bath Resident’s Discovery Card is your indispensable passport to the Heritage City. Take ID and proof of your new Bath address to reception at the Roman Baths and they’ll issue you with a card allowing you free admission/discounts at a host of museums and attractions including the recently refurbished Roman Baths themselves, the Fashion Museum and the Thermae Bath Spa. As soon as you’re all signed up, spend a fascinating morning mingling with the tourists at these world-famous hotspots, or put all those extra calories you picked up at breakfast time to good use: visit www.visitbath.co.uk and download a free World Heritage Site Audio Tour: a walking guide (created by Bath Tourism Plus as part of their Year of the Museum programme for 2011) that takes you on a fascinating journey through the city’s history and architecture.
Take your pic Two eateries on the upper level of the Podium Shopping Centre – home to Waitrose, a superb library and very convenient public conveniences – have earned themselves a legendary reputation with students who lunch: the bargain-priced, eat-asmuch-as-you-like buffets at either atmospheric Lebanese bistro Arabesque (£6.95) or Far Easternthemed diner Ocean Pearl (£6.50; takeaway £3.50) would be called lavish at twice the price. Meanwhile, Martini (George Street) offers an Italian-themed ‘Expresso Lunch’ for £8.50, traditional Indian curry house Jamuna (Abbey Square) offers three-courses for £6.95 and Yum Yum Thai (Kingsmead Square) offers students a very tasty 10% discount at all times. But if picnicking is more your thing, a bespoke sarnie/ sub from either Thyme or Subway (both on Westgate Street), a sausage baguette from the Sausage Shop (Green Street) or a whole bagel from, erm, the Whole Bagel (Upper Borough Walls) fills the knapsack nicely. See Food & Drink from p.61.
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When in Rome? Bath’s Heritage City status was built around the natural, mineral-rich springs that flow beneath the city’s historical Roman remains and elegant Georgian facades. Today, the element at the heart of the matter has been brought bang up to date courtesy of the Thermae Bath Spa complex, which combines original history with contemporary glamour to stunning effect. £25 gets you a two-hour spa session, including access to the Minerva Bath, aroma steam rooms and waterfall shower and the breathtakingly dramatic open-air rooftop pool. You could, however, make like a true Bathonian and immerse yourself in the tranquil, historic surroundings of the Cross Bath for a well-earned chillax (£7.50 to Resident Card holders – see ‘Grab your passport’).
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Winning dinners Despite first impressions, bargain meal deals abound in the Heritage City. Fill up on vegetarian pub grub delights at the Porter (George Street), swoon over a perfect pizza at the Real Italian Pizza Co (York Street), binge on upmarket burgers at Market (Sawclose), make the most of your student discount at Yum Yum Thai, indulge your inner Gallic gourmet at Côte (Milsom Place), settle down to a downhome feast at the Cosy Club (Southgate), discover set-price, all-you-caneat buffet paradise at Jimmy Spices… Your wallet-friendly route to Bath’s eating-out world has only just begun. See Food & Drink from p.61.
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Pint sized After all the excitement of the day, there’s a cosy corner table and a decent pint with your name on it waiting to calm you down. Enjoy a traditional, convivial breather at either the Star Inn (The Paragon), the Coeur de Lion (Northumberland Passage) or the legendary Bell (Walcot Street), which also hosts live music from jazz to folk on Mon/Wed eves and Sun lunchtimes. The Pig and Fiddle (Saracen Street) is known locally as the alternative Student Union bar, while the perennially popular Cork (Westgate Buildings) perfectly bridges the divide between contemporary pub and late-night bar ambience. See Entertainment from p.35.
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Many as its other virtues might be, what this annual guide can’t do is tell you wha t’s on tonight – or next week or next month, for that matter. We’ve picked out some major highlig hts here and there, of course, but for detailed info rmation about what’s happening when, you’ll nee d two things: Venue magazine and the Venue web site. Here’s how it works. Every month we publish Venue magazine, as comprehensive a digest of the month ahead in the arts, entertainm ent and more as we can cram into its pages. Find features about major events and local issues, intervie ws with homegrown talents and visiting star s, and previews galore for the best forthcoming mu sic, club nights, theatre, comedy, art and more – not to mention incisive reviews of films and CDs, gigs and theatre. And find all that for free if you trac k down a copy at the hundreds of venues that stoc k the mag and give it away for no pence at all. The ONLY way to guarantee you’ll get your hands on a copy, though, and make sure you also receive all of our fantastic supplem ents, including Eating Out West, Batteries Not Inc luded, Festival Guide, Inside Out etc is to subscribe to Venue for the measly sum of £2.99 a month. Believe us, it’s a sound investment: those free cop ies disappear faster than a student loan and you’ll regret not signing up for a lovely monthly Ven ue delivered to your door. In the meantime, power up your com puter and go to virtual Venue at www.venue.co .uk Here you’ll find loads more up-to-the-min ute reviews, extended interviews, competitions and, most importantly, regularly updated day -by-day listings for film, music, clubs, theatre, com edy, art, spoken word and other events. Use our Eve nts Search to find events by category, venue or dat e, or simply browse the whole darn lot. Happy clicking.
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Good work, you. Whether you intended to or not, you’ve just landed yourself in one of the most ripely fertile, richly diverse music scenes in the country. And – unless you’ve been holding your ear to the musical grapevine with uncommon diligence – the majority of the joy to be found herein you’ll never have heard of. You’ll know Massive Attack and Portishead, of course, the still-shining landmarks of West Country music. The instructive thing to realise is not simply their ongoing popularity, but the fact that each sounded like nothing that had come before, the germination of a cross-pollinating scene that continues to this day; a place where experimentation and ‘do what you feel’ is rated much more highly than following well-worn templates of ‘do what you think will make you popular’. Still, if it’s tried-and-tested ‘name’ acts you’re after, fret not. The Colston Hall, O2 Academy Bristol, Anson Rooms, Bath Forum, Thekla and Bath Pavilion are each go-to venue names on the booking sheets for high-profile touring bands. If national acts are all you’re looking for, though, it’s rather like opting for Greggs when the street is stocked with independent bakers – you’re missing out on a whole lot of distinct flavour. Check out places like the Fleece, Louisiana, Croft, Start The Bus and Moles and there’s a strong chance you’ll catch tomorrow’s ‘name’ bands in intimate surrounds – pretty much all of the big tourers have graced their nursery slopes at some point, alongside a welter of local fare. Get a taste for what’s on offer and you’ll keep digging. Check the good-time vibe of places like The Canteen, Mr Wolf’s, Golden Lion, No 1 Harbourside and Bath’s The Bell, the wilful artiness of The Cube and Café Kino, the jazz and rootsiness served up at the Cori Tap and the Old Duke, the so-much-more-than-pub-rock served up at The Grapes in Clifton and St James Wine Vaults in Bath. And if you step into a coffee shop and don’t see a stage set up for acoustic fare, you’ll most likely also be waited on by a unicorn wearing a garland of hen’s teeth. There are hundreds upon hundreds of acts in the BrisBath area alone, but you should definitely mark your card to check the following. Claudia Aurora is the country’s premier exponent of fado (Portuguese blues) and, when she’s not wowing the London’s Southbank, still regularly plays the area where it all began. Scarlet Rascal & The Trainwreck are, for our money, but a slice of fortune away from taking their Noo Yoik-inspired swaggering sound to big stages across the country. Big old rackets are rarely more inspired than that delivered by Bravo Brave Bats; Towns (dream-pop out front, proper-job rocking round the back) hit NME’s New Bands Most Likely To list earlier in the year; Anika’s icy dub-based tuneage is the most aptly politically-charged songery we’ve heard in a long while; Three Cane Whale delicately piece together the most intricate acoustica imaginable; Leonie Evans and Suzy Condrad each boast sets of the most confidently distinctive singer-songwriting you could wish to watch, John E Vistic and Emily Breeze the most rockingly committed. Another important note: these nods towards both venues and acts are but the tip of a mighty iceberg – to thoroughly map the remainder would take up every last page of this here supplement. Happily, though, we’re not alone in our sonic cartography. Be sure to tune in each weekend to BBC Radio Bristol and listen to Rich and Sam’s Introducing show to catch the best of local tuneage in the comfort of your own digs. Then, on Monday evenings, do same with the Jelli Records Bristol Music Show on BCFM. And, of course, keep your eyes peeled thisaway – you’ll find full write-ups on the best of the coming month in Venue’s print edition, and a full rundown of all that’s going on in our online listings. These are going to be some glorious days. ■ ‹
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Live music venues Bath BATH PAVILION North Parade Bridge Rd. Tel: 01225 486902. Web: www.bathpavilion.org • As likely to be hosting community workshops as music. Big, mind, with Billy Bragg and Booker T (of the MGs) but a couple of acts to grace the boards previously graced by the likes of Led Zep and Hendrix. THE BELL Walcot St. Tel: 01225 460426. Web: www. walcotstreet.com • Absolute Bath staple, featuring local and touring acts focusing across roots, world, jazz, acoustica and rock. Dead friendly, and a proper-job pub to boot. CHAPEL ARTS CENTRE Lower Borough Walls. Tel: 01225 461700. Web: www.chapelarts.org • Increasingly prolific gig stagers – generally rootsyish – with the charming old building recently hosting Jacqui McShee’s Pentangle, Kent DuChaine and the Midland Youth Jazz Orchestra. THE FORUM 1A Forum Buildings. Tel: 01225 443114. Web: www.bathforum.co.uk • A 1,700-capacity
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makes this lovely old building, raised up with art deco flamboyance, the city’s largest venue. KOMEDIA Westgate St. Tel: 0845 293 8480. Web: www. komedia.co.uk/bath • Properly gracious, big old cinema auditorium, plenty of foodwith-gig nights, and – Bath’s Top Talent besides – recent stagers of Ash and Kate Nash. MICHAEL TIPPETT CENTRE Bath Spa University College, Newton Park Campus. Tel: 01225 463362. Web: www. bathspa.ac.uk/mtc • As eclectically avant as you’d expect of a place named after the brilliant late composer. MOLES George St. Info line: 01225 404445. Web: www.moles.co.uk • They’ve all played the legendary basement – whether big name or local – and, increasingly, they’ve all eaten/drunk in the new(ish) upstairs cafe. PORTER CELLAR BAR George St. Tel: 01225 424104 • Cosy pub/ cafe up top, and music – oft of the roots/ acoustic variety – downstairs. ST JAMES’ WINE VAULTS St James’s St. Tel: 01225 310335. Web: www.
stjameswinevaults.co.uk • ‘Proper’ Bath – fine old Georgian building? Check – hosting indie, jazz, acoustic fare and more.
BRISTOL ANSON ROOMS Queens Rd. Tel: 0117 954 5800. Web: www.ubu.org. uk/your-union/anson-rooms • Big Bristol Uni hall, recently pulling in the likes of The Vaccines and Darwin Deez. ARNOLFINI Narrow Quay. Tel: 0117 917 2300. Web: www. arnolfini.org.uk • Bristol’s original arts centre, with plenty of avanty giggage to match. BRISTOL BIERKELLER The Pithay. Tel: 0117 926 8514. Web: www. bristolbierkeller.co.uk • One of the city’s longest servers, majoring on – but not exclusive to – punk and metal shows. BUNCH OF GRAPES Denmark St. Tel: 0117 987 0500. • Central pub big on blues sessions, open mic and covers troupes. CANTEEN Hamilton House, 80 Stokes Croft. Tel: 0117 923 2017. Web: www.coexistuk.org • Must-visit bar in its own right, particularly strong on jazz/world and acoustic music.
Talk amongst yourselves, please Bristol Musician & Artist Exchange Are you a would-be musician seeking bandmates? Already in a band and wondering where the heck that elusive timpani player is going to be found? A would-be promoter looking for acts to book? Well, for all your questioning needs, this newly-established Facebook group is the place to come. And if you’re a remixer looking for a masterclass in the art, just Google the name of the page’s founder, Zoon Van Snook. www.facebook. com/groups/274539642561519/
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COLSTON HALL Colston St. Tel: 0117 922 3686. Web: www. colstonhall.org • Big part of the music scene, from mentoring youngsters in its Remix scheme to staging the biggest of tourers.
EL RINCON North St, Bedminster. Tel: 0117 939 3457. Web: www.elrincon.moonfruit.com • Nonecosier, Spanish-themed room of rootsworld-jazz giggage.
THE COOLER Park St. Tel: 0117 945 0999. Web: www.clubcooler. com • Prolific music server, both local and tourers like Jesse Sykes and Anna Calvi.
FIDDLERS Willway St, Bedminster. Tel: 0117 987 3403. Web: www.fiddlers.co.uk • Family-run place with a proper bar/stage area split and eclectically programmed tourers.
THE CORONATION TAP 8 Sion Place. Tel: 0117 973 9617. Web: www. thecoronationtap.com • Officially the national music pub of the year, and a must-visit jazz and roots fans. THE CROFT Stokes Croft. Tel: 0117 987 4144. Web: www.thecroft.com • Seven nights a week, oft across two rooms, with locals and tourers stopping by to ply punk, metal, hip-hop, leftfield, folk – anything, really. THE CUBE Dove St South. Tel: 0117 907 4190. Web: www. cubecinema.com • Brilliant, volunteer-run, none-more-avant cinema and live venue. Recent events include a weekend celebrating the Beeb’s Radiophonic Workshop and gig by Nancy Elizabeth.
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FLEECE St Thomas St. Tel: 0117 945 0996. Web: www. thefleece.co.uk • Since being taken over by Bristol institution The Blue Aeroplanes, it’s returned to its halcyon days mixing of local acts and smartly-picked tourers. FOLK HOUSE 40a Park St. Tel: 0117 926 2987. Web: www. bristolfolkhouse.co.uk • Roots-centric live sounds, plus craft- and music-based courses. GOLDEN LION 244 Gloucester Rd. Tel: 0117 924 6449. Web: www.goldenlionbristol.co.uk • Open mic Mondays, plus bountiful hip-hop, jazz and beyond the rest of the week.
GRAIN BARGE Hotwell Rd. Tel: 0117 929 9347. Web: www. grainbarge.com • Waterborne home to all manner of acoustic-centric musical fare. GRAPES 2 Sion Place. Tel: 0117 914 9109. Web: www. grapesbar.co.uk • Must-visit pub, run as it is by Sean ‘Spiritualized, The Flies’ Cook, with smartly programmed live acts on Fridays. THE GREENBANK 57 Bellevue Rd, Easton. Tel: 0207 871 2916. Web: thegreenbank.co.uk • All styles served, particularly hot on jazz. THE GRYPHON 41 Colston St. Web: www.gryphonbristol.co.uk • Equally expert in real ale serving and metal band staging. THE LANES 22 Nelson St. Tel: 0117 325 1979. Web: www. thelanesbristol.com • Classic US diner environs serving up live tuneage and bowling. THE LANSDOWN 8 Clifton Rd. Tel: 0117 973 4949. Web: www. thelansdown.com • Climb the stairs for intimate acoustica.
Talk amongst yourselves, please Hijack An inveterate clubber wondering just what delights are on offer, and just where are the packedout basements in which to find them? For discussion of all things dance-centric (we use the term in the loosest, most flexible way) then this thriving online community is your firststop shop. www.hijackbristol.co.uk
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LEFTBANK 128 Cheltenham Rd. Tel: 0117 944 4433. Web: www.leftbankcentre.co.uk • Wholly eclectic bar-cum-venue.
ROSE OF DENMARK 6 Dowry Place. Tel: 0117 940 5866. Web: www. theroseofdenmark.com • Lovely pub, with cosy staging of jazz and world music a speciality.
uk • Converted church housing community-run ents, mixing workshops with all-night club nights, hip-hop and such recent visitors as Lykke Li and Hurts.
THE LOUISIANA Wapping Rd. Tel: 0117 926 5978. Web: http:// thelouisiana.net • Peerless family-run home to music seven nights a week, from local beginners to on-their-way-up tourers. Most recent of the latter to play this 200-capacity place? The Vaccines.
ST BONAVENTURE’S SOCIAL CLUB Egerton Rd. Web: www.crhmusic.com • Americana and roots central at this lovely venue, with recent visitors including Simone Felice and Jesca Hoop.
THE TUNNELS Station Approach, Temple Meads. Tel: 0845 6050255. Web: www.thetunnelsbristol.co.uk • A venue of two halves: dead chic bar one side, old-school no-frills stage area the other. Brilliant. And recent host to the likes of The Tennessee Three, Heather Peace and Oli Brown.
MOTHER’S RUIN 7-9 St Nicholas Market. Web: www.facebook.com/ pages/The-Mothers-Ruin/6965366519 • Fine central venue serving up a mix of local and adroitly selected, high-quality touring acts. MR WOLF’S 33 St Stephens St. Tel: 0117 927 3221. Web: www. mrwolfs.com • Top-notch noodles, a full range of musical styles, and an after-hours staple. NO 1 HARBOURSIDE No.1 Canon’s Rd. Tel: 0117 929 1100. Web: no1harbourside.co.uk • Free live music, big on jazz and acoustica, but with rock dropping by too. NO. 51 51 Stokes Croft. Tel: 0117 914 8048 • Sister venue to Mr Wolf’s, generally more softly spoken, majoring on blues, acoustic and open mic nights. O2 ACADEMY BRISTOL Frogmore St. Tel: 0117 927 9227. Web: www.bristolacademy.co.uk • Eliza Doolittle, The Wombats and Jessie J have all popped by this big-name venue this year. Also home to a smaller venue for lower-profile tourers, the upstairs O2 A2 room. OLD DUKE King St. Tel: 0117 927 7137. Web: www.theoldduke. co.uk • The most well-established home for jazz and blues in the city. PROM MUSIC BAR & CAFE The Promenade, Gloucester Rd. Tel: 0117 942 7319. Web: www.theprom.co.uk • Six nights of music every week, from old school R&B to acoustica, open mic to tourers.
ST GEORGE’S BRISTOL Great George St. Tel: 0845 402 4001. Web: www. stgeorgesbristol.co.uk • Converted church, very possibly the finest acoustics in the city. Plays home to a brilliantly programmed range of (largely) classical, world, jazz and acoustic music. SOUTHBANK Dean Lane, Southville. Tel: 0117 966 5552. Web: www.southbankclub.webs.com • Friendly, deceptively large hall, generally local acts but open to suggestion. START THE BUS 7-9 Baldwin St. Tel: 0117 930 4370. Web: www. startthebus.tv • Sofa-heavy, student-beloved central venue, playing home to oft electrocentric acts. Recent visitors include Spector, The Primitives and The Xcerts. THEKLA The Grove. Tel: 0117 929 3301. Web: www. theklabristol.co.uk • Café and open deck up top, big old bands in the hold, last year including Best Coast, The Jim Jones Revue and Patrick Wolf. THUNDERBOLT 124 Bath Rd, Totterdown. Tel: 0117 373 8947. Web: www.thethunderbolt.net • Ace, warmatmosphered gigging pub, offering stage time to acts both local and (inter)national, The Christians and Ian McLagan among them. TOBACCO FACTORY Raleigh Rd/North St, Southville. Tel: 0117 902 0060. Web: www.tobaccofactory.com • Nationally renowned theatre upstairs, jazz-/ world-/acoustically inclined music in the bar. TRINITY CENTRE Old Market. Tel: 0117 935 1200. Web: www.3ca.org.
Classical • When Radio 3’s ‘Sunday Morning’ paid tribute
to Amy Winehouse a couple of months back, it only confirmed the easy-going barrier-blindness that has invaded the classical world in the last few years – which is why it’s no surprise to find that St George’s Bristol (the city’s answer to London’s Wigmore Hall) is as at home programming Viktoria Mullova and Andras Schiff as Abdullah Ibrahim or Opera North’s Tom Waits Project. Large-scale orchestral manoeuvres in the dark (or light!) bag the city’s 2,000-seater Colston Hall, while Bristol Hippodrome throws open its Edwardian plush to Welsh National Opera – Opera Project’s slimmed-down ‘Boheme’ lighting up the Tobacco Factory (11-22 Oct). Baroque Opera colonises Bath’s elegant Georgian Theatre Royal, and the Michael Tippett Centre and ICIA address matters more cutting edge; but Bath’s great musical explosion comes in May/June when Joanna MacGregor’s International Music Festival gets the wind in its sails. Check out November’s starstudded Mozartfest too; 20 years old and oozing blue-chip charisma. The newly-reopened Holburne Museum dishes up lunchtime musical snacks and nearby Bradford-on-Avon’s Wiltshire Music Centre does exactly what it say on the tin: centring on the likes of the City of London Sinfonia and Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment. Tasty!
BATH BATH FESTIVALS TRUST 2 Church St, Abbey Green. Tel: 01225 463362. Web: www.bathfestivals.org.uk • More than just a box office for the city’s myriad festivals, the cosy Church St hang-out is an invaluable one-
stop-shop dispensing tickets and info about the Bath scene year-round. WILTSHIRE MUSIC CENTRE Ashley Rd, Bradford on Avon. Tel: 01225 860100. Web: www.wiltshiremusic.org.uk • Bath might lack a dedicated concert hall but it’s only a short spin to the purposebuilt Wiltshire Music Centre where pianistic Fitkin and Franck rub shoulders with a period instrument portrait of 18th-century London this autumn.
BRISTOL BRISTOL HIPPODROME St Augustine’s Parade. Tel: 0844 871 3012. Web: www.bristolhippodrome.org.uk • The Frank Matcham-designed theatre majors in musicals and the like, but twice a year its faded dowager grandeur tilts a tiara in the direction of Welsh National Opera who propose a new ‘Don Giovanni’ alongside Katie Mitchell’s searing ‘Katya Kabanova’ (8-12 Nov) and a Berlioz take on Shakespeare in spring (10-14 April). COLSTON HALL Colston St. Tel: 0117 922 3686. Web: www. colstonhall.org • With last summer’s contemporary music Elektrostatic festival behind it, it’s orchestral business as usual as the resident Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra (under its Ukrainian dynamo Kirill Karabits) shares the platform with visitors from Russia, Poland, Germany and... Wales. Hall 2, meantime, welcomes smaller ensembles, while in the spanking new foyer, pre- and post-concert, anything goes. ST GEORGE’S BRISTOL Great George St. Tel: 0845 402 4001. Web: www.stgeorgesbristol.co.uk • The peerless acoustic of Bristol’s Waterloo Church turned concert hall reverberates to a pretty toothsome world, jazz and folk line-up, but St George’s started out as a classical venue and with the likes of returning artists such as Mullova, Schiff, not forgetting Paul Lewis, a major new festival (see below) and a complete Beethoven piano trio cycle, autumn’s fruitfulness is as mellow, stimulating and provocative as ever.
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by composer-pianist Edward Cowie and inspired by the natural world, Earth Music Bristol straddles four centuries of music ranging from storm-tossed Vivaldi and Britten to bird-brained Messiaen, Takemitsu and Ravel. Radio 3 is busy mulching, lending its BBC National Orchestra of Wales, the BBC Concert Orchestra and BBC Singers. From the baroque flute of Stephen Preston to a New Generation Artists’ meeting-of-minds bent on chamber Janacek, Vaughan Williams and Warlock, Earth Music Bristol is coming up roses.
EARTH MUSIC BRISTOL ST GEORGE’S BRISTOL, 18-23 NOVEMBER. FFI: WWW. STGEORGESBRISTOL.CO.UK
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Clubs Bath BACK TO MINE Bladud Buildings. Tel: 01225 425677. Web: www.backtomineclub.co.uk • Stylish latenight bar-cum-nightclub whose residents include DMC champ Asian Hawk, and funk/ ska/soul selector Read Jones. BATH PAVILION North Parade Rd. Tel: 01225 486902. Web: www.bathpavilion.org • Better known for roller skating, tea dances and wedding hire, Thursdays will see the Pavilion transformed, as new weekly club night ConFusion kicks off on 20 October. Aimed at students, but welcoming all party goers over the age of 18, the guest on opening night is Radio 1’s MistaJam, while the music policy promises a blend of hip-hop, house, R&B, indie, rock and rave. NEW FOR 2011
BLUE ROOMS George St. Tel: 01225 470040. Web: www. bluerooms.net • Centrally located party den with a student night on Mondays and free or cheap entry on selected nights. Eclectic floor-fillers all round. CELSIUS South Parade. Tel: 01225 312800. Web: www.celsiusicebar.co.uk • This place’s USP is its ‘ice bar’, which is chilled to -5°C. The (considerably warmer) club itself specialises in mainstream dance and urban sounds, with an NUS special on Mondays. CLUB XL Walcot St. Tel: 0845 555 1111. Web: www. clubxl.co.uk • Two-floor club and pool bar, with a chart hits and dance anthems music policy. Thursday is student night, and it’s £1 entry before 11pm. KOMEDIA Westgate St. Tel: 0845 293 8480. Web: www.komedia.co.uk/bath • Although best known for its top-rank comedy
shows, this elegant multi-purpose venue also hosts club nights like Motor City (soul, funk and rock) and iPop (five decades of floor-fillers), plus occasional one-off big-name DJs.
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MANDALYNS Fountain Buildings, Lansdown Rd. Tel: 01225 425403. Web: www.mandalyns. co.uk • Leading gay and lesbian venue, with a popular student karaoke night on Thursdays. Other specialities include drinks promos, themed dress nights and weekend floor-fillers. MOLES George St. Tel: 01225 404445. Web: www. moles.co.uk • A truly legendary live music venue, which also hosts some of Bath’s best club nights, such as house valhalla Metripolis – first Saturday of every month – and bi-monthly live bands and turntablism hybrid Play. There are some quality one-offs here too, including occasional bass transmissions from the people behind dearly departed vinyl emporium Drop Records.
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PO NA NA North Parade. Tel: 01225 424952. Web: www.bathponana.com • Long-established fixture on Bath’s clubbing scene, with indie (Crash, Tuesdays), rock (Discord, Wednesdays) and pop (Squeeze The Cheese, Fridays) all amply catered for. Meanwhile, Downtown (Mondays) is the official club night of Bath Uni Students’ Union. SECOND BRIDGE Kingston Rd. Tel: 01225 465002. Web: www. secondbridge.co.uk • Two-room club, plus cocktail bar with heated terrace. The music policy takes in world beats, R&B, house and mainstream dance. WEIR LOUNGE Spring Gardens Rd. Tel: 01225 447187. Ffi: www.weirlounge.co.uk • Two-room club, plus heated outdoor terrace with views of beautiful Pulteney Weir, with music ranging from indie to R&B.
BRISTOL ARC BAR Broad St. Tel: 0117 929 0099. Web: www. arcbristol.com • First it was the Arc Bar, then it was the Lab, and now it’s Arc again. One of Bristol’s best small venues is back, with a ground-floor café-bar and upstairs club for in-house promotions and outside hire. Resident DJs play drum & bass, dubstep, hip-hop and more.
and a fine range of DJs playing everything from golden era hip-hop to cutting-edge house. Quality all round. FREE ENTRY
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BASEMENT 45 Frogmore St. Tel: 0117 929 3554. Web: www.basement45.co.uk • Two-room rave cellar specialising in underground dance music from trance to dubstep, jungle and hardcore. Also the current home of Wonky, Bristol’s iconic alternative gay night.
THE BANK OF STOKES CROFT Stokes Croft. Web: www. thebankofstokescroft.com • Very welcome recent addition to Stokes Croft’s thriving scene, with minimalist decor, good grub
BIERKELLER All Saints St. Tel: 0117 926 8514. Web: www. bristolbierkeller.co.uk • This legendary venue is best known for live music, but also hosts hard rock club night Phuct
Local talent
• We’re a bit spoiled for choice when it comes to DJs around here. The drum & bass scene has been particularly good to us, with Roni Size, Krust, Die, Break and Interface among its local heroes. Dubstep and bass music are also huge here, with the likes of Pinch, Appleblim, Joker, Peverelist and Baobinga all in residence when they’re not touring the world. On the house side of things we’ve got everything from superclub legend Nick Warren to cutting edgers like Kowton and Julio Bashmore. Meanwhile, for Bristol’s signature cocktail of hip-hop, dub and breaks you can still catch veterans like John Stapleton, Daddy G and Smith & Mighty, and no summer would be complete without DJ Derek, our muchloved and somehow ageless expert on all things Jamaican.
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(Fridays) and the notorious Bavarianthemed Oompah (Saturdays). BIG CHILL BAR Small St. Tel: 0117 930 4217. Web: www. bigchill.net • Suitably laidback multipurpose bar. Food and bands give way to quality dancefloor action later in the evening, including a variety of soul/funk/ breaks nights and ace indie/alternative session Bang. FREE ENTRY
BIJOU Whiteladies Rd. Tel: 0117 970 6589. Ffi: www. barbijou.co.uk • Intimate, swanky sister venue to Basement 45, offering cocktails and champagne as well as DJs in all genres. BLACK SWAN Stapleton Rd. Tel: 0117 939 3334 • Rougharound-the-edges venue with three raving spaces and a big bonfire-warmed garden, lending a unique free party atmosphere to the place. The reggae soundsystem nights are legendary, but it also plays host to some of the city’s best underground jungle/drum & bass, breakcore and dubstep nights. BLUE MOUNTAIN Stokes Croft. Tel: 0117 942 0341 • Longstanding house party-style club, which has undergone something of a renaissance over the last year with a new soundsystem and some cracking bassorientated sessions like The Blast. Red Stripe and Dragon Stout all round! BUDDHA LOUNGE Nelson St. Tel: 07799 588999. Web: www. buddhaloungebristol.com • Sparkly topfloor lounge bar playing R&B and smooth grooves at the weekend. THE BUNKER Queen’s Rd. Tel: 0117 9304604. Web: www. thebunkerbristol.com • A huge favourite of the student set, with three rooms, a garden, a serious soundsystem and generous drink promotions.
CAVERN CLUB All Saints Lane. Tel: 0117 934 9996 • A basement club beneath rockers’ hangout The Crown, this is a well-established, much-loved venue for rock, punk and metal gigs and related club nights. COOLER Park St. Tel: 0117 945 0999. Web: www. clubcooler.com • This Park Street mainstay is more of a live music venue these days, but it also hosts regular Britpop (Fridays) and indie (Saturdays) club nights, both with veteran party starter DJ George. COSIES Portland Sq. Tel: 0117 942 4110. Web: www. cosies.co.uk • A bit of a Bristol institution, which transforms from an after-work watering hole to one of the coolest small venues in town after dark. Its Sunday reggae sessions are legendary, but it’s also a great place to hear drum & bass, bashment and dubstep in a relaxed setting. CRASH MANSION St Stephens St. Tel: 0117 929 8880.Web: www.crashmansion.org.uk • 250-capacity club with a rather nice outdoor terrace. Promoters include Sureskank Convention, with their tasty mix of grime, dubstep, UK garage and reggae. THE CROFT Stokes Croft. Tel: 0117 903 0796. Web: www. the-croft.com • While known principally as one of Bristol’s finest live music venues, The Croft is also home to DJ Pinch’s must-visit midweek dubplate communion Dubloaded (second Wednesday of the month), promising UK hip-hop night Rhyme & Reason and weekend party sessions like Sink Ships and Barrymore’s Pool Party. DAY & NIGHT St Nicholas St. Tel: 0117 929 7746. Web: www.dayandnight.org.uk • Small, laidback venue that plays host to some quality
house nights. Get yourself in the mood in the upstairs bar before descending the stairs for dancefloor action below. DOJO LOUNGE Park Row. Tel: 0117 925 1177. Web: www. dojolounge.com • Hardy perennial renowned for its house (Just Jack/Empathy) and drum & bass (Intrigue) all-nighters. Nice outdoor terrace too. ELBOW ROOM Park St. Tel: 0117 930 0242. Web: www. theelbowroom.co.uk/bristol • Pool bar downstairs, dancefloor upstairs. Entry is always free. ETON Baldwin St. Tel: 0117 927 9813. Web: www. etonhaze.com • Late-licensed city-centre bar, included here for its Saturday night vintage soul and funk sessions with DJ Leon. FLAMINGOS West St. Tel: 0117 955 9269. Web: www. flamingosbristol.co.uk • The South West’s biggest LGBT venue, and regularly voted its best. Campus (Wednesdays) is the area’s most popular gay student night. FULL MOON/ATTIC Stokes Croft. Tel: 0117 924 5007. Web: www. fmbristol.co.uk • The Attic hosts underground live music and club sessions ’til late, but its adjacent sister bar hosts the odd party too. THE GOLDEN LION Gloucester Rd. 01179 246449. Web: www. goldenlionbristol.co.uk • As its name suggests, this is a local rather than a club, but it also hosts excellent, friendly b-boy/ hip-hop/funk night Contraband Sessions on Wednesdays. THE HATCHET Frogmore St. Tel: 0117 929 4118 • Bristol’s oldest pub (open since 1606) with a late licence and DJs playing hard rock, punk and alternative anthems every weekend. The upstairs function room plays host to alternative club nights too.
JAVA Park St. Tel: 0117 930 4561. Web: www. javabristol.co.uk • Cocktails and commercial dance music are the order of the day at this dressy, swanky nightspot. LAKOTA Upper York St. Tel: 0117 942 6208. Web: www. lakota.co.uk • Lakota has a special place in ravers’ hearts as Bristol’s first nationally renowned club. It’s still a major player on the scene, with much-loved nights like Champion Sound (jungle, reggae) and Tribe of Frog (psytrance) as well as monster drum & bass, old skool and hardcore sessions. THE CLUB THAT PUT BRISTOL ON THE MAP
THE LANES Nelson St. Tel: 0117 325 1979. Web: www. thelanesbristol.co.uk • A bowling alley and café/bar as well as the venue for a number of retro, indie/alternative and other club nights. LUNA Richmond Terrace, Clifton. Tel: 0117 973 0986. Web: www.lunaclifton.co.uk • Looking for a nightcap in Clifton? DJs play funk and soul at this late-night bar. MOTION Avon St, St Philips. Tel: 0117 922 1262. Web: www. motionbristol.com • Currently the jewel in Bristol’s clubbing crown, this place is a gigantic rave warehouse-cum-indoor skate park that regularly plays host to some of the city’s most shocking line-ups, especially during autumn when In:Motion kicks off. Promoters also make good use of the more intimate tunnel, cave and canal-facing outdoor terrace areas. A MUST VISIT
MR WOLF’S St Stephens St. Tel: 0117 927 3221. Web: www.mrwolfs.com • Live music is the main focus of this popular and friendly noodle bar and late-night drinking den. DJs take over after midnight, playing everything from alternative rock to hip-hop and funk.
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• If everyone was on the guest list, it wouldn’t happen, right?
Wrong, actually. There are plenty of places to dance to great music for nothing, especially on weeknights. Big Chill Bar is always free, and Stokes Croft hangouts The Bank and No 51 usually are too. On the occasions you can’t get into Start The Bus or Cosies without paying, they’re always affordable, and Back To Mine in Bath is another great option for a free or cheap night out. Also, keep your eyes peeled for promoters running gratis and half-price deals – there are quite a few of them around. Last we heard, Thekla’s great new Friday night session 51°27' was running a limited numbers free guest list from its Facebook page, and you can’t say fairer than that.
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PAM PAM Queen’s Ave. Tel: 0117 973 1249. Web: www. pampam.couk. • Previously Joe Public’s, this smartly decorated venue has a student night on Mondays, and live music and DJs throughout the week. O2 ACADEMY Frogmore St. Tel: 0117 927 9227. Web: www. o2academybristol.co.uk • Bristol branch of the national venue chain. Its programme consists mainly of live music, but it also hosts popular Friday indie/alternative night Ramshackle as well as occasional clubbing one-offs. OCEANA Canons Rd. Tel: 0117 942 3166. Web: www. oceanaclubs.com • Large, popular club and bar complex with themed rooms, drinks promos and a commercial party vibe. PANACHE All Saints St. Tel: 0845 241 7185. Web: www.panachebars.com • Spacious mainstream club with student night on Mondays and occasional big name PA. THE PARK Triangle West, Clifton. Tel: 0117 940 6101. Web: www.theparkbristol.com • Stylish bar with a discerning line in both cocktails and DJs. There are few better places on the Triangle than this. PLATFORM 1 Whiteladies Rd. Tel: 0117 973 4388. Web:
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www.platform1club.com • Late-opening mainstay with New York-themed interior and commercial dance DJs. PO NA NA Queens Rd. Tel: 0117 904 4445. Web: www.bristolponana.com • Another veteran that isn’t showing its age, this cosy souk-style bar/club (plus outdoor courtyard for shisha smoking) remains a big night with Bristol’s student crowd – especially midweek. PRIVÉ King St. Tel: 0117 929 3220. Web: www. privebristol.com • Opulent nightclub and lounge with table service areas. DJs peddle a sophisticated line in funky house, garage and R&B. QUEENSHILLING Frogmore St. Tel: 0117 926 4342. Web: www. queenshillingbristol.com • Leave bad attitude and preconceptions at the door of this lively, inclusive LGBT institution, which has been in the game for more than 20 years. There are DJs, cabaret and performers throughout the week, plus legendary party blow-out Camp As Tits on Fridays. START THE BUS Baldwin St. Tel: 0117 930 4370. Web: www. startthebus.tv • Excellently programmed live music and club nights, with lots of ahead-of-the-game bookings. Regulars include interstellar disco session Club Cosmique and forward-thinking alternative
night Hear No Evil. You could practically live in here, and some of you probably will. A STUDENT FAVOURITE, AND RIGHTLY SO.
SYNDICATE Nelson St. Tel: 0117 945 0325. Web: www. thesyndicate.org • Podium dancers, stiltwalkers, confetti cannons – this huge nightclub attracts equally big names from the more commercial end of dance music.
• Freshers’ Week antics aside, there’s no better way to get your social life on track than an epic pub crawl, and Carnage is just about the biggest there is, with students all over England and Wales taking part. To get involved, head to www.carnageuk.com to order your official Carnage T-shirt, which also lists all of the places you’ll visit on the day. Bath’s bash will be held on Tue 18 Oct, while Bristol students get theirs on Sun 23 Oct, and the fancy dress theme for both this year is ‘Dirty Doctors and Nympho Nurses’. We’ll leave the rest to your fertile imaginations.
THEKLA The Grove. Tel: 0117 929 2658. Web: www. myspace.com/theklabristol • There’s nothing more Bristolian than this legendary floating club. New Friday night session 51º 27’ is the place to be for the latest bass mutations, and Pressure is one of the city’s best indie nights. Quality one-offs feature everything from hip-hop to drum & bass. TIMBUK2 Small St. Tel: 0117 945 8459. Web: www. tb2.co.uk • Much-loved underground party warren that hosts some of Bristol’s most forward-thinking DJ lineups. Underground house, techno and electro are a speciality. TRINITY CENTRE Trinity Rd, St Philips. Tel: 0117 935 1200. Web: www.myspace.com/trinitybristol • This charismatic converted church earned its place in Bristol folklore back in the 80s and 90s, and it’s a special place for reggae soundsystem nights to this day.
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Congrats, theatre lovers. Both Bristol and Bath are currently among the most fertile, prolific and high-quality cities for UK theatre, both in terms of what passes through on tour and what actually gets made here. Both cities offer an appetising menu of theatre on all its levels, from the nation’s best and brightest touring fringe companies to the big, West End, sleb-luring ol blockbusters. Not to be outdone, Brist and Bath’s homegrown theatre scene is busy, adventurous and consistently high-achieving: you must seek out, while you’re here, some of the region’s first-rate local companies like Theatre West, RoomOne, Green Ginger and Show of Strength (see panel in listings). Bath is seen by many as an enclave of conservatism and gentility. Well, its theatre and performing arts landscape is one of the areas in which it squashes this cliché flat. Yes, of course, on the one hand you’ve got the very historic, very beautiful and, frankly, very brilliant Theatre Royal Bath, through whose doors pass a goodly clutch of
to a message to resonate with all ages – interest older audiences. Two other Bath theatres deserve a special mention. Near the centre of town, The Mission Theatre is home to Next Stage, perhaps the city’s most adventurous and serious-minded non-professional troupe who feed Bathonians an improving (and entertaining) diet of David Hare, David Mamet, Tennessee Williams and others. Larkhall’s Rondo Theatre, meanwhile, is a neighbourhood gem, e luring in the best of the touring fring theatre and comedy circuits as well as looking much closer to home via local companies, writing groups etc. Bristol, for its part, rejoices in a s range of venues, companies and scene to suit every taste, persuasion and wallet. We’re lifelong fans of Clifton’s Alma Tavern Theatre, a cosy blackbox 50-seater above a (very convivial) pub where you can see small-scale but usually splendidly conceived chamber productions of new writing and modern classics most weeks of
d n u o r a g Playin ies and an p m co e tiv va o n in f o st ho A ean a spread of decent venues muely Bristol and Bath have a uniq vibrant theatre ecology.
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premier-league film, stage and TV big names each season. Don’t think it’s just about the slebs here, though: the programming is very good, selecting the best bits from the national circuit, so that the next season includes everything from a one-man show by Steven Berkoff, via a well-received play about Churchill and the feared Nazi invasion, to the latest from the pen of the incomparable Mike Leigh. The Theatre Royal has two sister theatres. The Ustinov has traditionally been its fringe-theatre sibling, programming the best touring fringe theatre and helping to generate a lot of local work to boot: there’s a new change of direction now, which is to feature long repertory seasons of rarely seen classic plays. Watch this space for verdicts – or head along there and make your own mind up. The egg, meanwhile, covers the kids’ and family theatre bases: but don’t ignore it, as UK kids’ theatre is going through a purple patch, and many of the brilliant shows to visit the egg have enough about them – dazzling sound, light or puppetry, or
the year. Down in Southville, the Tobacco Factory is as prosperous and prolific as at any time in its 12-year history, now undeniably one of the best medium-scale theatres in the country. Demand has been so high, in fact, that a couple of years ago the TF’s sister theatre The Brewery arrived just down the road to mop up the demand from some of the scores of local companies, performers and writers. Bristol Old Vic is, at least in terms of its illustrious history and imposing architecture, the city’s Theatre Royal Bath equivalent. As a producing rather than a receiving house, however, it has a slightly different ethos, concentrating more strongly on bringing on and giving stage time to local companies and writers. The theatre’s beautiful Main House is currently closed, but you can see the fruits of some of these labours in its Studio downstairs. For an ongoing insight into the wealth of new writing being generated by the city, meanwhile, make a beeline for BOV’s regular Ferment seasons, as well as the Tobacco Factory’s bi-monthly Prototype scratch nights. ■
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Bath Spa University Theatre Bath Spa University, Newton Park. Tel: 01225 463362. Web: www.bathspalive.com • Bath Spa’s resident theatre hosts a steady trickle of term-time dance, theatre and contemporary and classical music. Worth a visit just to see the university’s beautiful, bucolic setting. COMING UP: NEXT PIECE FROM DYNAMIC DANCE-THEATRE COLLECTIVE JEAN ABREU DANCE (FRI 28 OCT)
Chapel Arts Centre 9 Lower Borough Walls. Tel: 01225 461700. Web: www.chapelarts.org • Primarily a music venue, but also hosts occasional comedy and theatre shows, as well as monthly cabaret/burlesque shindig Coco Boudoir. Institute of Contemporary Interdisciplinary Arts University of Bath, Claverton Down. Tel: 01225 386777. Web: www.bath.ac.uk/icia • Bath University’s arts complex hosts an intriguing mix of performances, exhibitions and workshops. Dance, live art and new music are specialities. SEE THE WORLD PREMIERE OF ‘MAD GYMS AND KITCHENS’, NEW WORK BY PERFORMANCE MAESTRO BOBBY BAKER, HERE ON 14 & 15 OCT
Mission Theatre 32 Corn St. Tel: 01225 428600. Web: www. missiontheatre.co.uk • Small theatre housed in a city-centre Georgian hall, and home to Next Stage, Bath’s most adventurous am-dram troupe. NS stage several productions a year, with a leaning towards emotive/political 19th/20thcentury work. Alan Ayckbourn is a patron. Other theatre companies – am-dram and
Rondo Theatre St Saviours Rd, Larkhall. Tel: 01225 463362. Web: www.rondotheatre.co.uk • On the main drag in boho Larkhall, the Rondo is a friendly 100-seater with a reputation as one of the UK’s best fringe venues. It’s particularly strong on supporting and staging work by local companies (a similar service is provided by the Tobacco Factory and Brewery theatres in Bristol), so you can expect to see the latest outings by pro outfits like Butterfly Psyche, Provocation and sketch troupe New Old Friends, as well as local am-dram outfits Bath Drama, Playing Up and the Rondo’s own company. The theatre’s artistic director Ian McGlynn and Bath playwright Dougie Blaxland both regularly stage their black state-of-thenation comedies here. Comedy and roots music also play a significant part. THE BAR PRACTICALLY ABUTS THE STAGE, SO YOU CAN SUP YOUR PINT WHILE YOU WATCH
Theatre Royal Bath Sawclose. Tel: 01225 448844. Web: www. theatreroyal.org.uk • World-famous, historic and beautiful theatre, whose weekly-changing programme is dominated by most of the big current touring theatre productions, from star-staffed West End hits to classic RSC revivals. Ian McKellen (as a Naples Mafia don), Warren Clarke (as Churchill) and Simon Callow (in a couple of Dickens monologues) are among the household names dropping in this autumn. We’re most excited about the staging of a brand new play (name still tbc) by Mike Leigh (25-29 Oct). Though we’ll also be snapping up tickets sharpish for Steven Berkoff’s ‘One Man (13-15 Nov), Rambert Dance and ‘Earthquakes in London’, a 500-year spanning new play by Mike ‘Cock’ Bartlett. GET BOOKING FAST FOR THE THEATRE ROYAL’S HIGHER PROFILE AUTUMN SHOWS AS TICKETS WON’T HANG AROUND
Theatre Royal Bath: the egg Off Sawclose. Tel: 01225 448844. Web: www. theatreroyal.org.uk/the-egg • Dedicated children’s theatre space with kids’ companies visiting week in, week out. The egg’s annual Christmas show has become an all-ages highlight: this year the brilliant Hattie Naylor serves up a brand new musical comedy, ‘The French Detective and the Blue Dog’ (9 Dec-8 Jan). RUN BY TOP-NOTCH LOCAL FOODIES CHANDOS DELI, THE EGG’S IN-HOUSE CAFÉ SERVES UP YUMMY GOODIES FROM 9 TO 5, WITH EXTENDED PRETHEATRE OPENING THUR-SAT
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Theatre Royal Bath: The Ustinov Monmouth St. Tel: 01225 448844. Web: www.theatreroyal.org.uk/ustinov • After several years of steady development into
one of the UK’s best new-writing theatres, the Ustinov has taken a recent and striking change of direction. Under new artistic director Laurence Boswell, the Ustinov will present six annual in-house productions, all UK premieres and performed by an in-house repertory company. This autumn brings together three European plays, viewed as classics in their home countries but very rarely seen over here. SEE WWW.VENUE.CO.UK FOR REVIEWS OF THE FIRST TWO PRODUCTIONS OF THE BOSWELL ERA
BRISTOL Alma Tavern Theatre Alma Vale Rd, Clifton. Tel: 0117 973 5171. Web: www.almataverntheatre.co.uk • Fifty-seater theatre above a friendly neighbourhood boozer, frequented by fine local new-writing outfits like Theatre West and Fragile Theatre, and in use around 40 weeks of the year. Expect brilliant, intimate modern drama. NOW SHOWING: THEATRE WEST’S EXCELLENT ANNUAL NEW-WRITING SEASON THROUGHOUT OCT AND NOV
Arnolfini Narrow Quay. Tel: 0117 917 2300. Web: www. arnolfini.org.uk • It’s primarily an artspace, cinema and café/bar, but Arnolfini also mounts a regular programme of avantgarde, experimental dance and live art. You’ll also find yourself hanging out, of a summer eve, on the cobbled dockside area outside. The Brewery 291 North St. Tel: 0117 902 0344. Web: www.tobaccofactorytheatre.com • Studio theatre attached to the Tobacco Factory (see below), and staging a continuous programme of small-scale/fringe theatre and puppetry. We must also mention that The Brewery’s seats came from the Royal Shakespeare Company and are among the comfiest in the city. NEW FOR THIS SEASON: MONTHLY SKETCH COMEDY, FROM SOME OF THE BEST IN THIS FLOURISHING SECTOR
Best of Fests
• Every two-bit town has a festival of something or other these days, but Bristol and Bath (and, specifically, their performing arts scenes) are better endowed than most. Wherever you are in the calendar, some sort of theatre festival won’t be far away – two you definitely must not miss, however, are the Bath Fringe (May-June), a two-week explosion of fringe music, theatre, comedy, art and the undefinable; and Bristol’s Mayfest (in, er, May), a justly famous fortnight of adventurous visual and physical theatre from these shores and beyond.
Bristol Hippodrome St Augustine’s Parade. Tel: 0870 607 7500. Web: www.bristolhippodrome.org.uk • Bristol’s biggest performance venue is a beautiful, historic old building that can rival Bristol Old Vic and Theatre Royal Bath for atmosphere and sense of occasion. Its oft-changing programme mixes West End blockbuster musicals with top-notch opera and ballet – plus regular comedians, mediums, family shows etc. DAVID HASSELHOFF – THE HOFF! – IS HOOK IN THIS YEAR’S HIPPODROME XMAS PANTO, ‘PETER PAN’
Bristol Old Vic King St. Tel: 0117 987 7877. Web: www. bristololdvic.org.uk • This beautiful old theatre, which dominates the cobbled streetscape of King Street in the centre of town, has been in business off and on since 1766. Under current artistic director
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Tom Morris (brother of TV satirist Chris), the theatre has regained much of its energy and invention after a fallow period, with support for local writers and performers an especially strong suit. The Main House is currently closed for a major refurb, but the Studio has a typically appetising autumn in store. Highlights? The brilliant Sound & Fury with their cosmos-inspired ‘Going Dark’ (15-19 Nov), and the brilliant Tim Crouch with ‘i, Malvolio’, another of his alternative Shakespeares, a week later.
OCT), NICHOLAS WRIGHT’S EMOTIVE PLAY ABOUT VAN GOGH
WHILE THE MAIN HOUSE IS CLOSED, THEY’RE PROGRAMMING SOME BIG SHOWS ELSEWHERE – INCLUDING A RETURN FOR KNEEHIGH THEATRE, WHO COME TO ST GEORGE’S (SEE MUSIC SECTION) FROM 18-22 OCT
Redgrave Theatre Percival Rd, Clifton. Tel: 0117 315 7600. Web: www. cliftoncollegeuk.com/ccsl/redgrave/ • Handsome, comfortable theatre attached to the nearby Clifton College. Local and touring amateur companies make up the bulk of the programme, but the brilliant trainee thesps at Bristol Old Vic Theatre School are also regular visitors.
Circomedia St Paul’s Church, Portland Sq. Tel: 0117 924 7615. Web: www.circomedia.com • This worldrenowned circus/physical theatre training school hosts a steadily growing roster of performances in its home, a beautiful converted Georgian church. Hamilton House 80 Stokes Croft. Tel: 0117 924 9599. Web: coexist. hamiltonhouse.org • Occasional theatre and dance performances at this arts complex-cumcommunity space. A great café/bar, Canteen, too – see Food and Drink. The Island Silver St. Tel: 0117 929 7534. Web: www. invisiblecircus.co.uk and www.artspacelifespace. com • This forbidding-looking Victorian block in Broadmead was once home to Bristol’s police and fire stations and law courts. It’s now shed this dour past to become an arts and performance venue run by Artspace Lifespace, who take over disused properties and run them as temporary artspaces. THE ISLAND-BASED INVISIBLE CIRCUS STAGE BRILLIANT, DECADENT WALKABOUT THEATRE-CUM-CABARET: KEEP AN EYE ON BOTH WEBSITES FOR NEWS OF UPCOMING SHOWS
Kelvin Studios 253b Gloucester Rd. Tel: 0117 959 3636. Web: www. kelvinplayers.co.uk • Home to one of Bristol’s better am-dram outfits, the Kelvin Players, who do a few shows each year – generally a mix of costume comedies, modern drama and Shakespeare. NEXT UP: ‘VINCENT IN BRIXTON’ (18-22
The Little Black Box Chandos Rd, Redland. Web: http://the-little-blackbox.co.uk/ • Brand new (and decidedly cosy) studio theatre in an old grocer’s shop, refurbed and managed by Bristolians Fragile Theatre. Next up here, a production of Brecht’s ‘Threepenny Opera’ in November – check website for details.
IF YOU’RE READING THIS IN TIME, GET TICKETS FOR ‘THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST’ BY LOCAL TROUPE FLOOR TO CEILING (29 SEPT-8 OCT)
Tobacco Factory North St/Raleigh Rd, Southville. Tel: 0117 902 0344. Web: www.tobaccofactorytheatre.com • Now in its second decade, the Tob Fac takes a lot of the credit for the revitalisation/gentrification (take your pick) of North Street. The theatre itself is undoubtedly one of the country’s best fringe venues: some of our most innovative companies (Northern Broadsides, Volcano, People Show, Filter) don’t leave home without booking in a run here. The excellent Shakespeare at the Tobacco Factory take over the place from Feb-Apr each year to stage a couple of plays from the Bard’s (or, occasionally, A.N. Other’s) back catalogue. Next year it’ll be ‘King Lear’ and Chekhov’s ‘The Cherry Orchard’. Get tickets now: for exhilarating, intimate and emotionally intelligent Shakespeare, you won’t find better in the land. IT’S NOT JUST ABOUT THE THEATRE HERE: COMEDY IS BIG BUSINESS, AND PUPPETRY, DANCE AND MUSIC ALL GET A REGULAR LOOK-IN TOO
The Wardrobe Theatre The White Bear pub, 133 St Michaels Hill. Ffi: Facebook ‘The Wardrobe Theatre’ • Regular theatre and comedy at this bijou studio space above a popular Kingsdown pub. Wickham Theatre Cantocks Close, Woodland Rd, Clifton. Tel: 0117 331 5084 (info)/0845 402 4001 (tickets). Web: www.bris.ac.uk/drama/theatre • Off Woodland
Road, just two minutes from the top of Park Street, the Wickham is run by Bristol Uni Drama Dept – but there’s plenty more on offer here than the (regular) student productions. Like Bath Uni’s ICIA (see listing above), the Wickham errs towards fringe, physical and leftfield theatre, with international companies looking in fairly regularly. .
Comedy • Bristol and Bath’s comedy landscape has
been a little volatile of late, with various comings and goings as its (impressive) range of venues either struggled or coped manfully with the recession and people’s changing leisure habits. Essentially, though, the picture is a positive one: whether it’s meandering sets from quirky left-leaning fringe faves or shouty, glitzy, four-comics-a-night party vibes, there are lots of joints round here in which to get your comedy kicks. Bath’s comedy picture is essentially threepronged. The Comedy Cavern, in a cosy cellar bar underneath George Street’s raised pavement, has the most atmospheric interior: its Sunday night gigs feature a duo of circuit comedians, one of them usually near the top of their game. Just a couple of blocks away, Komedia is a bigger, shinier operation: its Friday and Saturday line-ups feature four comics and, with top grub, decent ales and welcoming décor, it’s a thoroughly enjoyable venue, whoever’s on the bill. Last up, Larkhall’s Rondo Theatre gets regular solo-show visits from Edinburgh Fringe faves. The same is true, in Bristol, of Southville’s Comedy Box. This, truth be told, is the best comedy venue in either city: an intimate, low-ceilinged, all-in-thistogether room above a pub. Dozens of the best circuit comics always stop off at this place on their national tours. Just down the street, the Tobacco Factory does something very similar, although more intermittently and with slightly bigger names. In the centre of town, Jongleurs does the four-comics-a-night party thing in similar style to Bath’s Komedia. If it’s the big-name comics and TV faces you’re after, meanwhile – yer Russell Howards, Ed Byrnes and Sarah Millicans – just keep one eye fixed on the Colston Hall and Bristol Hippodrome websites, and snap up tickets as soon as they’re available.
BATH Bizarre Bath Departs summer eves (8pm) from Huntsman, North Parade Passage. Tel: 01225 335124. Web: www.bizarrebath.co.uk • Stalwart Bath comic Noel Britten leads an irreverent comedy walk around the heritage city. Definitely to be experienced, but be quick: it packs up for the year on 29 Oct, returning next April. Comedy Cavern Porter Cellar Bar, George St. Tel: 01225 404445. Web: www.moles.co.uk/comedy • Well-established comedy venue in an intimate, inviting basement bar under the Porter pub. Gigs every Sunday evening: autumn visitors include the engaging timewarp that is Earl Okin (23 Oct). Regular student and new-comic slots, too, if you fancy a pop at this laughter game yourself. Komedia Westgate St. Tel: 0845 293 8480. Web: www.komedia. co.uk • Successful sister to Brighton’s well-known comedy/music venue, compete with well-stocked bar and food by River Café. Regular Friday and Saturday night sessions with 3-4 comics, plus more occasional big-name solo slots. Coming soon: magician-cum-misanthrope Jerry Sadowitz (27 Oct), skewed music/comedy duo Frisky and Mannish (24 Nov) and a work-in-progress set from the likeable Chris Addison (13 Nov). Rondo Theatre St Saviours Rd, Larkhall. Tel: 01225 463362. Web: www.rondotheatre.co.uk • Regular comedy slots at this top fringe theatre, whose intimacy lends itself well to the genre. Next up is James Sherwood (6 Oct), who specialises in comic piano ballads on the pressing issues of our time. And do book for the irrepressible Irish-Iranian Patrick Monahan (22 Oct).
BRISTOL Bristol Hippodrome St Augustine’s Parade. Tel: 0870 607 7500. Web: www.bristolhippodrome.org.uk • A 2,000seater theatre better known for musical shows, although a good half-dozen arena-filling comics look in each year. Bristol University Student Union Queens Rd. Tel: 0117 954 5800. Ffi: www.ubu.
Company ethos
• One of the best ways to judge a city’s cultural health is to measure
how many people are actually getting up and doing their own thing there. By this category, Bristol and Bath’s theatre scenes seem in rude health, with a large and, it seems, ever-growing roster of local theatre companies. A long list at http://theatrebristol.net/directory/ categorised/theatre-company will give you an idea of the extraordinary strength and depth here – for starters, though, seek out the likes of Idiot Child, RoomOne, Show of Strength, Theatre West and Pins and Needles whenever they’re next on stage.
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org.uk • Bristol comedy king Mark Olver is going to be fronting regular comedy gigs in AR2, the second-floor bar, with the first one on 18 Oct. Colston Hall Colston St. Tel: 0117 922 3686. Web: www. colstonhall.org • Large, beautifullyrefurbed venue hosting big comedy and music names. Forthcoming highlights include Ricky Gervais’s co-conspirator and funniest-thing-to-come-out-of-eastBristol Stephen Merchant (20-23 Oct) and the sharp yet silken-tongued Reginald D. Hunter (3 Nov). Comedy Box Hen & Chicken, 210 North St, Bedminster. Tel: 0117 922 3686. Web: www.thecomedybox. co.uk • Fully-seated comedy venue upstairs at this south Bristol boozer: Fri, Sat and occasional Thur and Sun nights, Sept-July. Circuit comedians, touring shows direct from Edinburgh Festival: expect intelligent, topical material. No one better exemplifies the spirit of the Comedy Box, we’d say, than Richard Herring, who returns here on 1-2 Nov. Oppo Comedy Channings Hotel, Pembroke Rd. Web: Facebook ‘Oppo Comedy’ • Hugely popular (and cheap) Sunday improv and stand-up night, hosted by local comics Mark Olver, Jared Hardy, Fin Taylor and Mat Ewins. Mostly new/upcoming acts – but Olver’s a well-connected fella and the likes of Russell Howard and Jon Richardson occasionally drop in. RIPROAR Comedy College Square, off Anchor Rd • See panel.
Arnolfini: home of the unconventional
Roaming Nonsense Comedy University halls of residence. Web: Facebook ‘Roaming Nonsense Comedy’ • Bristol University comedy group, programming regular term-time gigs at various halls of residence. Showcasing the best new stand-up from Bristol and beyond, plus the occasional big-name headliner. Admission £3. The Square 15 Berkeley Sq, Clifton. Tel: 0117 921 0455. Web: www.thesquareclub.com • Monthly comedy nights at this upmarket hotel-cummembers’ club – all welcome. Tobacco Factory North St/Raleigh Rd, Southville. Tel: 0117 902 0344. Web: www.tobaccofactorytheatre.com • Mid-size theatre with a strong stand-up strand. Coming up: inventive sketch troupe The Noise Next Door (30 Oct) and AngloIranian comedienne Shappi Khorsandi (28 Nov). The Wardrobe Theatre The White Bear pub, 133 St Michaels Hill. Ffi: Facebook ‘The Wardrobe Theatre’ • See Theatre listings. .
dance • Head for Bristol city centre and you’re
unlikely to miss the Hippodrome, temporary home to major ballet companies from home and afar. Nothing this autumn, but English National Ballet are bringing a Gershwin-inspired evening after Christmas (14-18 Feb). With Arnolfini concentrating on live art these days, the Tobacco Factory (Kathakbox 24 Oct/Medea Mahdavi 15-19
Nov), with its semi-circular stage, is probably your best dance bet. Others like the Colston Hall, St George’s and Bristol Old Vic dip a toe into dance waters from time to time. Bath’s Theatre Royal has a longstanding and fruitful association with Rambert Dance (20-22 Oct), and the Moscow City Ballet (16-20 Nov) have become regular visitors, while their smaller spaces – the Ustinov and the egg – stage the odd performance. Much of Bath’s dance comes courtesy of the city’s two universities: Bath Spa University (Jean Abreu 28 Oct) and the University of Bath’s ICIA both offer real quality. And finally, if you have the wherewithal and inclination to head for Swindon, you’ll find that Swindon Dance stage some great events, both at their Town Hall Theatre (Jean Abreu 21 Oct/Tavaziva Dance 28-29 Oct) and the Wyvern (Phoenix Dance 1 Nov).
BATH BATH SPA LIVE Michael Tippett Centre, Newton St Loe, BA2 9BN. Tel: 01225 463362 (Bath Festivals box office). .Web: www.bathspampa.com/bathspalive • Has a growing and impressive dance programme. ICIA University of Bath, Claverton Down, BA2 7AY. Tel: 01225 386777. Web: www.bath.ac.uk/icia/events • See established artists on their way to the top. THEATRE ROYAL BATH Sawclose, BA1 1ET. Tel: 01225 448844. Web: www.theatreroyal.org.uk • The stop-off venue for medium-sized contemporary and ballet companies. USTINOV Monmouth St, BA1 1ET. Tel: 01225 448844. Web: www.theatreroyal.org.uk • Experimental space, sometimes used for dance.
BRISTOL ARNOLFINI 16 Narrow Quay, BS1 4QA. Tel: 0117 917 2300/01. Web: www.arnolfini.org.uk • Not a place for the conventional to stray: movement here can mean not moving at all! BRISTOL HIPPODROME St Augustine’s Parade, BS1 4UZ. Tel: 0844 871 3012 (Ticketmaster). Web: www.bristolhippodrome. org.uk • Large classical ballet companies rub shoulders with West End musicals. COLSTON HALL 13 Colston St, BS1 5AR. Tel: 0117 922 3686. Web: www.colstonhall.org • An unlikely place to find street and break dance – in a concert hall foyer!
Rip roarin’ time • You’ve arrived just in time to welcome a major new arrival on Bristol’s comedy landscape. RIPROAR Comedy is the new venture from the folks behind Jesters Comedy Club, a popular Bristol comedy night over two decades. The new club is housed in The Cresswell Centre, a brand new building in College Square in the centre of town. From 15 Oct, you’ll find live comedy every Saturday until the end of November, with Friday nights added from December. The three-comic bill is yours for £12, or £20 including a meal brought to you by Soil Association award-winners www.lettucelovage. co.uk Check Venue’s website and monthly magazines for more details, or visit www. riproarcomedy.co.uk
TOBACCO FACTORY Raleigh Rd, BS3 1TF. Tel: 0117 902 0344. Web: www.tobaccofactory.com • Good quality, if few, dance events.
OUT OF TOWN SWINDON DANCE Regent Circus, Swindon, SN1 1QF. Tel: 01793 601700. Web: www.swindondance.org.uk • Energetic, buzzing place.
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Cinema • This year sees the cinema industry at something of a crossroads. It has ridden out the recession by offering excellentvalue entertainment for those on a tight budget, but the latest figures show signs of weakening demand. According to the BFI’s recent annual report, revenues rose by 5% to £988 million during 2010. But the number of bums on seats declined by 2%. How come? Well, it’s mostly due to the premium being charged for 3D screenings. Despite all that investment in technology, the last year has seen a marked decline in audience demand for 3D. That’s being blamed in part on inferior 3D product, but there’s another problem on the horizon. The end of the Harry Potter franchise will boost revenues this year, but there’s nothing out there likely to draw similarly enormous audiences until ‘The Hobbit’ and the next Bond movie late in 2012. The good news is that cinemas are now making imaginative use of all those digital screens to show live theatre, concerts and sport – often in 3D. Locally, we’re blessed with five multiplex cinemas in Bristol – including one of just three luxurious Cinema De Lux multi-screeners in the country – and one in Bath. In addition, we’re lucky to be served by local community cinemas like the Orpheus and Clevedon’s historic Curzon, as well as an excellent arthouse circuit (see panel). The autumn season is always jam-packed with festivals and special events, from Bristol’s worldrenowned Encounters Short Film Festival and biennial Wildscreen Festival (wildlife and environmental Big screen, small place: Bath's Little Theatre Cinema
films) to the ever-excellent Bath Film Festival, which bags plenty of impressive premieres and big-name guests. Bristol Silents also does a brilliant job of keeping movies from the silent era alive with regular events and the annual January Slapstick Festival.
Bath Little Theatre Cinema St Michael’s Place. Tel: 01225 466822. Web: www.picturehouses.co.uk/site/cinemas/ bath • See panel. Student admission just £5. Odeon Kingsmead Leisure Complex, James St West. Tel: 0871 224 4007. Web: www.odeon. co.uk • Standard student admission from £7.20 to £6.10. Teen prices (13-18) from £7 to £5.90. BATH’S ONE AND ONLY MULTIPLEX: EIGHT SCREENS, 1,560 SEATS
BRISTOL Arnolfini 16 Narrow Quay. Tel: 0117 917 2300. Web: www. arnolfini.org.uk • See panel. Students £5. Cinema de Lux Cabot Circus. Tel: 0871 220 1000. Web: www.cinemadelux.co.uk • Bristol’s newest, plushest multiplex cinema, centrally located and equipped with state-of-the art projection equipment. The two Director’s Halls have their own bar and restaurant, plus ultra-comfy seating. Standard student
admission: £6. ONE OF JUST THREE CINEMA DE LUX MULTIPLEXES IN THE UK
Cineworld Hengrove Leisure Park, Hengrove Way. Tel: 0871 200 2000. Web: www.cineworld.co.uk • A long haul from the city centre, but this is Bristol’s cheapest multiplex – all the latest releases at bargain prices. Student admission £5.30 Mon & Wed-Sun; all tickets £5 on Tue. THE ONLY LOCAL CINEMA TO SHOW ALL THE LATEST BOLLYWOOD RELEASES
Cube Dove St South, Kingsdown. Tel: 0117 907 4190. Web: www.cubecinema.com • See panel. Admission prices vary, but you can get in for as little as £3 on ‘Ticket Tout Tuesday’. Odeon Union St, Broadmead. Tel: 0871 224 4007. Web: www.odeon.co.uk • City-centre three-screener showing mainstream fare. Standard student prices range from £5.50 to £4.50. Teen prices (13-18) range from £5.40 to £4.40 BARGAIN CITY CENTRE CINEMA FIGHTING A PRICE WAR WITH THE PLUSH CINEMA DE LUX
Orpheus Northumbria Drive, Henleaze. Tel: 0871 230 3200 (booking)/0845 166 2381 (info). Web: www.scottcinemas.co.uk • Popular, cosy three-screener with thoughtful programming of the best mainstream releases plus the more popular arthouse stuff. Handy for Bristol University halls of residence. Now the cheapest cinema in town for students: £3.30, or £4.80 for 3D screenings. BRISTOL’S LAST REMAINING COMMUNITY CINEMA, MUCH LOVED BY MULTIPLEX REFUSENIKS
Showcase Avonmeads, St Philips. Tel: 0871 220 1000. Web: www.showcasecinemas.co.uk • Big, comfortable, mainstream multiplex. Standard student admission from £5.60 to £5.80. FIRST MULTIPLEX CINEMA TO BE BUILT IN BRISTOL, AND STILL ONE OF THE MOST POPULAR
ARTHOUSE A-GO-GO
• Bristol’s Watershed media centre cannily bags the best arthouse and upmarket commercial flicks, with film seasons and festivals spread across its three air-conditioned screens. Bath’s historic Little Theatre Cinema offers a similar service on a smaller, two-screen scale. The Little occasionally gets stuff before it reaches Bristol, and uses satellite technology to deliver live music events (rock, opera) and director Q&As. Bristol’s Arnolfini concentrates mainly on film seasons and programmes complementing its exhibitions, but watch out for bargain doublebills. The cosy, bijou, co-operatively-run Cube bills itself as Bristol’s microplex, playing everything from secondrun arthouse flicks to political documentaries and exploitation cinema.
Vue (Longwell Green) Aspects Leisure Park, Longwell Green. Tel: 0871 224 0240. Web: www.myvue.com • Luxurious multiplex, drawing Bath as well as Bristol audiences. Standard student prices range from £7.10 to £5.05. Teen screenings range from £6.70 to £4.80. Vue (Cribbs Causeway) Cribbs Causeway. Tel: 0871 224 0240. Web: www.myvue.com • Bristol’s most popular multiplex. Prices are the same as at Longwell Green. Watershed Canons Rd. Tel: 0117 927 5100. Web: www. watershed.co.uk • See panel. Students £5.60; £3.60 before 4pm.
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Art • When it comes to visual art, eclecticism is the name of the game in Bristol and Bath. The two cities’ art landscapes range across the spectrum, from trad landscapes and still lifes via chin-stroking conceptual art to the resurgence of interest in graffiti and street art in which Bristol has played such a crucial part. For a city’s art scene to flourish, it needs three things: galleries for artists to exhibit in; affordable studio spaces for them to work in; and a busy events calendar. Thankfully, both cities seem well-endowed in these three essentials. Bristol and Bath boast a wealth of small, enterprising galleries always ready to take a punt on local artists – take a look inside Bath’s Rostra and Rooksmoor, Edgar Modern and Bath Contemporary galleries, all adept at seeking out and fostering the most interesting artists in all styles and media, or Bristol’s Grant Bradley Gallery, View and The Bristol Gallery to get a feel for the fertile artists’ scenes in our two cities. Even better, of course, go and beard the artists in their lairs – either by striking out on one of Bristol and Bath’s brilliant and popular neighbourhood art trails or by exploring the various Open Studios events at thriving artists’ studios – all of them housed in disused industrial buildings. Bath Artists’ Studios and, in Bristol, BV Studios and Jamaica Street Studios all hold busy open weekends throughout the year, while the one at Bristol’s Spike Island, in which over 70 resident artists invite you inside their studios, is an inked-in highlight of any art lover’s year. Away from its resident artists and into the vast white gallery spaces on its ground floor, Spike tends to specialise in conceptual art – some of it interesting, some bewildering, some underwhelming. Conceptual art (albeit with a slightly more playful twist) is also the name of the game at Arnolfini, the venerable Bristol arts complex which celebrates 50 years of amusing and bemusing Bristolians this year. Bath University’s Institute of Contemporary Interdisciplinary Arts fulfils a similar function. The street art for which Bristol has become so famous over the past decade
– the success of Bristol-raised Banksy inspiring a wave of contemporaries and imitators to pick up a spraycan – reflects a prevailing ethos among many of its artists: a taste for anything off-the-cuff, homespun, irreverent and slightly subversive. True to form, its visual art scene is a complex, manyheaded hydra, spanning all sorts of galleries, events, collectives and gatherings, from friendly artists’ studios and small, co-op run artspaces on Stokes Croft, via energetic and discerning mid-size galleries to a couple of big, increasingly adventurous cultural behemoths. Bath’s art scene is a little easier to get a handle on, with a roster of very decent small and medium-sized galleries alongside a few big-hitters. Aside from the three we mentioned above, check out bo.lee, Lime Tree and Beaux Arts. Bristol’s City Museum and Art Gallery boasts a large permanent collection (early 20th- century a speciality) alongside a decent roster of visiting exhibitions, which – ever since 2009’s headline-grabbing Banksy residency – have become a little more adventurous. Two hundred yards up the street, the Royal West of England Academy is a vast, traditional exhibiting space for its members, fine artists from across the South West and beyond: its annual Open Exhibition, from late October, is nigh unmissable, with 500 works by Academicians and breakthrough artists alike thronging the gallery’s white walls. Bath’s Victoria Art Gallery performs a similar service to the City Museum: an impressive permanent collection (British painting, 17th centurypresent) backed up by regular, highprofile touring exhibitions. The beautiful Holburne Museum of Art, a Georgian mansion in green parkland near the centre of town, made a triumphant return this spring after a lengthy refurb, and again mixes a large permanent collection with an exhibitions programme mixing the contemporary and traditional.
BATH GALLERIES Adam Gallery 13 John St. Tel: 01225 480406. Web: www. adamgallery.com • Compact gallery in one of central Bath’s prettiest streets. Regular
Centrespace: thoughtprovoking art with a winning smile
solo exhibitions by established British and international artists.
Bath gallery showing work by major 20th-century painters, sculptors and ceramicists. Has some very fine regular exhibitors.
Bath Artists’ Studios Comfortable Pl, Upper Bristol Rd. Tel: 01225 482480. Web: www.bathartistsstudios. co.uk • Regular programme of exhibitions, events and talks, by both studio members and visiting artists, at these large artists’ studios down a lane opposite Victoria Park.
bo.lee gallery 1 Queen St. Tel: 07970 492858. Web: www. bo-lee.co.uk • One of the city’s more interesting galleries, with a definite leaning towards dark, often surreal and unsettling contemporary art.
Bath Contemporary 35 Gay St. Tel: 01225 461230. Web: www. bathcontemporary.com • Friendly, dynamic city-centre gallery, specialising in high-quality solo and group exhibitions by established, mid-career artists from Bath and the region.
Edgar Modern Bartlett St. Tel: 01225 443746. Web: www.edgarmodern.com • Colourful contemporary fare, often with an edgy, modern or playful theme. Its excellent regulars include Dan Parry-Jones, Mungo Powney, Dominic Hills and Jessica Cooper.
Beaux Arts York St. Tel: 01225 464850. Web: www. beauxartsbath.co.uk • Long-established
ICIA University of Bath, Claverton Down. Tel: 01225 386777. Web: www.bath.ac.uk/icia •
Street value
• Bristol students: you’ve arrived in town just in time to see the fruits of
Europe’s most ambitious street art project to date. Over one weekend in August, dozens of graffiti artists from Bristol and far beyond – including some big names in the international graff pantheon, such as Bristolraised Inkie – covered Nelson Street, previously a spectacularly dour, concrete-clad post-war rat-run from the Centre to Broadmead, in vivid (and for the most part beautiful) street art. A prime example of how graffiti can, when correctly applied, hugely enhance the urban environment. See the results now.
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Bath University’s own artspace has a regular termtime programme of exhibitions and residencies with a strongly conceptual theme. Nick Cudworth Gallery 5 London St. Tel: 01225 445221. Web: www. nickcudworth.co.uk • This gallery, where Walcot St and London Rd meet, is a monthlychanging exhibition space for Bath painter Nick Cudworth. Some very decent fine art exhibitions of Bath cityscapes and local landscapes.
centre gallery. Prints, paintings, ceramics and handmade jewellery, by a mix of established and emerging artists.
BRISTOL GALLERIES
SOME VERY AFFORDABLE ARTWORKS AND REGULAR, CONVIVIAL OPENING NIGHTS
Antlers Gallery Nomadic – see website. Web: www. antlersgallery.com • This nomadic Bristol gallery crops up in disused shop units and the like, and programmes some bold, adventurous contemporary art shows, often with a fairly hefty theme such as nature, love and so forth. Keep an eye on the site to see where they’ll be setting up camp next.
Royal Photographic Society 122 Wells Rd. Tel: 01225 325733. Web: www.rps. org • The RPS’s regional headquarters holds monthly exhibitions by recognised UK and world photographers.
The Octagon Off Milsom St. Web: www.milsomplace. co.uk/events.php • Grade I-listed building just off Milsom Street, hosting a roster of contemporary art exhibitions, the majority by local artists. It’s also the centrepiece for Fringe Arts Bath (May), the visual arts wing of Bath Fringe Festival.
Royal United Hospital Combe Park, Lower Weston. Tel: 01225 824987. Web: www.ruh.nhs.uk/art • Year-round exhibitions around the corridors and public spaces of the hospital. An unusual destination for the art lover, you’re probably thinking – but some of the shows are worth the trip, so keep an eye on the site.
Red Rag Gallery 24 Brock St. Tel: 01225 332223. Web: www. bathartgallery.co.uk • Contemporary painting by artists across the UK – landscapes a speciality.
Victoria Art Gallery Bridge St. Tel: 01225 477772. Web: www. victoriagal.org.uk • The giant on the Bath art scene, with an impressive permanent collection alongside some high-profile visiting shows.
Rostra & Rooksmoor 5 George St. Tel: 01225 448121. Web: www. rostragallery.co.uk • Welcoming, informal city-
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Arnolfini 16 Narrow Quay. Tel: 0117 917 2300. Web: www.arnolfini.org.uk • Renowned, 50year-old, contemporary arts centre, offering an always-intriguing roster of shows by international artists – strongly conceptual in feel. CURRENT EXHIBITION ‘MUSEUM SHOW’ IS AN ECCENTRIC COLLECTION OF ARTISTS’ MUSEUMS AND OBSESSIONS DOWN THE DECADES
Bristol City Museum & Art Gallery Queens Rd, Clifton. Tel: 0117 922 3571. Web: www.bristol.gov.uk/museums • Permanent collection of art and much
more. High-profile visiting exhibitions too – with, of late, a markedly more modernart bent. Bristol Diving School Hanover Pl, off Cumberland Rd. Web: http://new.bristoldivingschool.net/ • Artist-led gallery and studio space hosting occasional exhibitions. The Bristol Gallery Millennium Promenade. Tel: 0117 930 0005. Web: www.thebristolgallery.com • Spacious, light-filled gallery down on the Harbourside. Bold, contemporary programming. BV Studios 37 Philip St, Bedminster. Web: www. bvstudios.co.uk • Fledgling artists’ studios complex in Bedminster, housing some 70 artists and also programming fairly regular exhibitions. Next up, in fact, is the Open Studios (14-16 Oct), when tens of BV’s residents will throw open their studios and show you what they get up to. Centrespace 6 Leonard Lane, off Corn St. Tel: 07527 992087. Web: www.centrespacegallery.com • Short,
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often experimental and thought-provoking exhibitions by local contemporary artists. CREATE Centre Smeaton Rd, Cumberland Basin. Web: www. createbristol.org • Environment and eco-skills centre that host regular exhibitions, often by local talent. Folk House Park St. Tel: 0117 926 2987. Web: www. bristolfolkhouse.co.uk • Adult education centre, music venue and café that holds monthly exhibitions by local talent or students on its art courses. The Glass Room Inside Colston Hall, Colston St. Tel: 0117 922 3686. Web: www.colstonhall.org • Small but agreeable glass-box gallery inside the music venue. Exhibition space available for local artists: contact glassroomart@gmail.com ffi. The Grain Barge Hotwell Rd. Tel: 0117 929 9347. Web: www. grainbarge.com • Floating bar and restaurant with monthly exhibitions by local artists – generally quirky and upbeat in feel. Grant Bradley Gallery St Peter’s Court, Bedminster Parade. Tel: 0117 963 7673. Web: www.grantbradleygallery.co.uk • Innovative, good-quality modern painting and photography, often with a local theme. A LIGHT, AIRY GALLERY WITH PRINTS AND BOOKS APLENTY ON SALE, PLUS CAFÉ SEATING
Guild Gallery 68-70 Park St. Tel: 0117 926 5548. Web: www. bristolguild.co.uk • Hundred-year-old shop and gallery with a range of 2D and 3D shows by local artists – plus a vast array of contemporary arts and crafts for sale. Here Stokes Croft. Tel: 0117 942 2222. Web: www. thingsfromhere.co.uk • Kooky gallery-cumshop with a strong comic/punk/poster art bent. Funky, off-centre, affordable stuff for sale. Lime Tree Gallery 84 Hotwell Rd. Tel: 07879 475462. Web: www.limetreegallery.com • One of Bristol’s
most inviting small galleries, with view of the Floating Harbour. CONTEMPORARY LANDSCAPE PAINTING – ESPECIALLY SCOTTISH, CORNISH AND EAST ANGLIAN SCENES – A SPECIALITY
People’s Republic of Stokes Croft 35 Jamaica St. Web: http://stokescroft. wordpress.com, http://sellinggallery. wordpress.com/ • The HQ of the excellent street art/urban pressure group PRSC holds regular exhibitions by local talent. Picture This Mardyke Ferry Rd, Spike Island. Tel: 0117 925 7010. Web: www.picture-this.org.uk • Artspace commissioning and showing contemporary moving-image work – often conceptual, adventurous stuff. Room 212 212 Gloucester Rd. Web: www.room212.co.uk • Small gallery-for-hire hosting weeklychanging exhibitions, across all media, by local artists. Royal West of England Academy Queens Rd, Clifton. Tel: 0117 973 5129. Web: www.rwa.org.uk • Huge, prestigious gallery with year-round exhibitions.
Pink and proud: the region's biggest gay venue, Flamingos Screenprints, artists’ books, textiles, greetings cards and more, all produced on the premises. SOMA Boyces Ave, Clifton. Tel: 0117 973 9838. Web: www.somagallery.co.uk • Contemporary prints, paintings and drawings, many for sale.
ITS VAST, ANNUAL AUTUMN OPEN EXHIBITION (STARTING 30 OCT) IS ALWAYS A HIGHLIGHT, BUT UNTIL THEN YOU CAN FEAST YOUR EYES ON WORK BY TRACEY EMIN, BRIDGET RILEY AND BRISTOL’S BRILLIANT SOUND-AND-VISION WIZARD LUKE JERRAM.
Spike Island Cumberland Rd. Tel: 0117 929 2266. Web: www.spike-island.org.uk • Vast former teapacking warehouse, now home to several large galleries and dozens of artists’ studios, including students from UWE’s Creative Arts faculty. The programming is strongly conceptual in bent.
Sky Blue Framing and Gallery 27 North View, Westbury Park. Tel: 0117 973 3995. Web: www.skybluefineart.com • Friendly gallery and framing workshop that exhibits works by proprietor Michael Ogden, alongside an itinerary of visiting exhibitions.
SPIKE’S ANNUAL OPEN (MAY BANK HOLIDAY) IS A HIGHLIGHT OF THE BRISTOL ART CALENDAR
SNAP Lower Park Row. Tel: 0117 376 3564. Web: www.snapstudio.org.uk • Fresh, funky gallery and printmakers’ collective.
Tobacco Factory Raleigh Rd. Tel: 0117 902 0344. Web: www. tobaccofactory.com • Monthly exhibitions by local artists, on the walls of the main bar and neighbouring Green Room of this ever-buzzing bar, music venue and theatre. Upfest Gallery 198 North St. Tel: 07725 231 878. Web: www. upfest.co.uk • Like Weapon of Choice
below, Upfest is another specialist street art and graffiti gallery. It has a slightly more international roster than WoC, though. View 159-161 Hotwell Rd. Tel: 07787 152310. Web: www.viewartgallery.co.uk • Monthly exhibitions showcasing some of the brightest and most adventurous talent currently working in Bristol and beyond. LIKE BATH’S BO.LEE, VIEW IS ESPECIALLY STRONG ON NARRATIVE, SUBTLY UNSETTLING MODERN PAINTING
Weapon of Choice 14 St Michael’s Hill. Tel: 0117 929 1865. Web: www.weaponofchoicegallery.co.uk • Street art/graffiti gallery, with regular exhibitions (and live painting sessions) by Bristol’s graff hierarchy. Prints, books, T-shirts etc for sale. Works|Projects Sydney Row, Spike Island. Tel: 07714 480849. Web: www.worksprojects.co.uk • Regular roster of strongly conceptual exhibitions based around themes such as architecture, space and materiality
Neighbourhood watch
• Make sure, while you’re here, to experience at least one of Bristol and
Bath’s neighbourhood art trails. Other cities have caught the art trail bug in recent years, but our two cities do them better than anywhere else. In case you’re not familiar with this fine phenomenon, the deal is that, over a given weekend, all the artists living in a particular suburb open up their houses and invite all and sundry inside to inspect their works. Each trail typically expands into other forms, too, such as performances, concerts and more. The next trails are: West Bristol (westbristolarts.com), Totterdown (frontroom.org.uk) and North Bristol (northbristolartists.org.uk).
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lesbian & gay • Bristol and Bath have so much to offer LGBT students: an annual, week-long Pride (www.pridebristol.org), around a dozen pubs and clubs, football and rugby teams, walking groups, book clubs, film and theatre (the UK’s most successful gay movie, ‘Shank’, was made in Bristol), a weekly radio show (www. shoutoutbristol.org.uk) and, in OutStories Bristol, a project to document the area’s vibrant gay history. For full details on the local scene check out Venue’s monthly L&G section.
PUBS & CLUBS BRISTOL BEAR BAR 2-3 West St, Bristol BS2 0DF. Web: www. bristolbearbar.co.uk • One-room bar, open evenings only. FLAMINGOS 23-25 West St, Old Market, Bristol, BS2 0DF. Web: www.flamingosbristol.co.uk • The region’s biggest gay venue, with two separate areas hosting live PAs and club nights. LIBERTY Toto’s Bar, 125 Redcliff St, Bristol, BS1 6HU. Web: www.libertybristol.co.uk • Lesbian club night held on the last Saturday of the month. THE LOUNGE 53 Old Market St, Bristol, BS2 0ER. Tel: 0117 922 1224 • Small, sociable bar with weekly karaoke. MANDALYN’S 13 Fountain Buildings, Lansdown Hill, Bath, BA1 5DX. Tel: 01225 425403. Web: www.mandalyns. co.uk • Bath’s only gay pub, open evenings only (closed Mondays).
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OLD CASTLE GREEN 46 Gloucester Lane, Old Market, Bristol, BS2 0DU. Tel: 0117 330 1996. Web: www. oldcastlegreen.com • Gay-friendly pub, home of monthly men-only club night Come to Daddy. OLD MARKET TAVERN 29 Old Market St, Bristol, BS2 0HB. Tel: 0117 922 6123. Web: www.omtbristol.co.uk • Traditional, gay-run pub serving food lunchtimes. Excellent Sunday carvery. OMG! Frog Lane, Frogmore St, Bristol, BS1 5UX. Web: www.omgbristol.com • Bristol’s newest gay nightclub: at the time of writing the owners were about to launch a new bar, Bent. THE PALACE 1 West St, Old Market, Bristol, BS2 0DF • Drag bar; open evenings only. THE PINEAPPLE St George’s Rd, Bristol BS1 5UU. Web: www. thepineapplebristol.com • Bristol’s longestserving gay pub; very popular with students. QUEENSHILLING 9 Frogmore St, Bristol BS1 5NA. Web: www. queenshilling.com • Now under new ownership and fully refurbished; open ThurSun 10pm-3am. THE RETREAT 16 West St, Old Market, Bristol BS2 0DF. Web: www.retreatbristol.com • Popular gay bar, split over two floors, with weekend cabaret. WONKY! Basement 45, Frogmore St, Bristol, BS1 5NA. Web: www.clubwonky.com • Bristol’s longest-running club night for homos who
hate hard house, held on the first Saturday of the month.
GROUPS BRISTOL BISONS RFC Tel: 07971 239504. Web: www.bisonsrfc. co.uk • Bristol’s gay and gay-friendly rugby team will be hosting the Union Cup in 2013. New players always welcome. BRISTOL L&G SWITCHBOARD Tel: 0117 922 1328. Web: www.bristolblags. org.uk • Confidential support, advice and information, Wed & Thur 8-10pm. New volunteers welcome. BRISTOL PANTHERS FC Email: bristolpanthersfc@hotmail.co.uk Web: www.bristolpanthers.co.uk • The city’s gay and gay-friendly football team. New players always welcome. EACH Freephone helpline: 0808 100 0143. Web: www.eachaction.org.uk • Support to individuals affected by homophobia: MonFri 10am-5pm, Sat 10am-12noon. FREEDOM YOUTH Tel: 0117 377 3677. Web: www.freedomyouth. co.uk • LGB youth project with drop-in for under-25s. TERRENCE HIGGINS TRUST Aled Richards Centre, 8-10 West St, Old Market, Bristol, BS2 0BH. Tel: 0117 955 1000 • Advice, information and support for anyone affected by HIV or with concerns about sexual health: Mon-Fri 10am-4pm.
spectator sport • Venueland’s sporting teams fared little better than the economy last season. The latter’s green shoots remain elusive and the outlook’s mixed on the local hallowed turf. Footballing top dogs Bristol City currently stand smugly two divisions above their cross-city rivals but their superiority may not endure. The bookies have them among the favourites for the drop and their ambitious ground plans continue to encounter opposition (England’s failed 2018 World Cup bid hasn’t helped). Robins stalwart Keith Millen did indeed do well last year after Coppell’s runner but his ability to take the Reds forward must be questioned. The converse is true at Bristol Rovers where boss Paul Buckle’s arrival has seen The Gas installed joint second promotion favourites. As predicted last year, former England U20 player Will Hoskins moved on (following a disastrous relegation campaign), but if Buckle works his magic, a league derby may be among 2012/13’s fixtures. Rovers’ proposed new ground at UWE looks like a realistic possibility. Boss Adie Britton continues to work wonders at Bath City, holding their own in football’s fifth flight. More mid-table security will suffice in 2011/12, but the longer Britton stays at the helm, the greater the Romans’ empire grows. A wealthy benefactor could
take City places. Until their arrival, Bath remains a rugby city. Bath Rugby have underperformed in recent seasons; deep-pocketed owner Bruce Craig’s plans to make them England’s biggest team may yet come good. No such expectation exists at Bristol Rugby: coach Middleton is targeting a top-five Championship finish. Cricket-wise, even the great Muttiah Muralitharan’s presence failed to ignite Gloucestershire Gladiators’ recent campaign; better luck in 2012, Murali. Somerset’s stars will surely be rewarded with glory before long. Indoors, Bristol Academy Flyers Basketball Club and Bristol Pitbulls Ice Hockey Club bring Stateside razzle dazzle to the South West. The women of Clifton Ladies Hockey Club play at elite level; Team Bath’s netball team has won the Superleague four of the last five years. Horsepower, meanwhile, is to be had at Bath Races, Beaufort Polo Club and Castle Combe Circuit.
BRISTOL Bristol Academy Flyers Basketball Club WISE Arena, Filton College. Tel: 0117 919 2618/07714 551140 Bristol City FC Ashton Gate. Tel: 0871 222 6666. Web: www.bcfc.co.uk Bristol Pitbulls Ice Hockey Club Tel: 07810 865688. Web: www. bristolpitbulls.com Bristol Rovers FC Memorial Stadium. Tel: 0117 909 8848. Web: www. bristolrovers.co.uk Bristol Rugby Club Memorial Stadium. Tel: 0871 208 2234/0117 958 1630. Web: www.bristolrugby.co.uk Clifton Ladies Hockey Club Coombe Dingle Sports Complex. Web: www. cliftonhockey.co.uk Gloucestershire CCC County Ground, Nevil Rd. Tel: 0117 910 8000. Web: www.glosccc.co.uk
BATH Bath City FC Twerton Park. Tel: 01225 423087. Web: www.bathcityfc.com Bath Racecourse Lansdown. Tel: 01225 424609. Web: www.bath-racecourse.co.uk Bath Rugby Recreation Ground. Tel: 0844 448 1865, 01225 325200/469230. Web: www.bathrugby.com Team Bath (netball) University of Bath. Tel: 01225 386339. Web: www. teambath.com
OUT OF TOWN Beaufort Polo Club Down Farm, Westonbirt. Tel: 01666 880510. Web: www. beaufortpoloclub.co.uk Castle Combe Circuit Castle Combe, Chippenham, Wilts. Tel: 01249 782417. Web: www.castlecombecircuit.co.uk Somerset CCC County Ground, Taunton. Tel: 0845 337 1875. Web: www. somersetcountycc.co.uk
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BATH ALL BAR ONE High St, BA1 5AQ. Tel: 01225 324021. Web: www. all-bar-one.co.uk • An exceedingly well-stocked bar features an extensive wine list (all available by the glass), continental beers and sturdy but stylish grub all day long. OVER-21S ONLY
BROUGHAM CUPBOARD 2 Victoria Buildings, BA2 3EH Tel: 01225 461205 • Cute little contempo-continental café-bar serving upper-crust grub from homemade cakes, cookies, muffins etc to Aberdeen Angus gastro-burgers alongside excellent coffee, real ales, continental lagers, interesting wine list and superb champagne. FIND THE BROUGHAM CUPBOARD ON FACEBOOK FOR OFFERS AND DISCOUNTS
BELUSHI’S 9 Green St, BA1 2YJ. Tel: 01225 481444. Web: www. belushis.com • Busy, buzzy bar catering to a young/clubby crowd serving appropriately sturdy, wallet-friendly, sociable food including a hangover-soothing all-day breakfast. VISIT WEBSITE FOR OFFERS/DEALS ON FOOD AND DRINK
BLUE ROOMS George St, BA1 3EB. Tel: 01225 470040. Web: www. bluerooms.net • Bling-conscious late-night hotspot featuring a cocky cocktail menu, cosy sofa area and a subterranean vaulted cellar where resident DJs spin tunes all night long. OPEN FRI TILL 3AM, SAT 4AM (6AM BANK HOLIDAYS)
BROWNS Orange Grove, BA1 1LP. Tel: 01225 461199. Web: www.browns-restaurants.com • Spacious, timeless 160-seater bar/restaurant offering an extensive wine/cocktail/Euro-beer selection. HEATED ALFRESCO PATIO
BRUGADA 1 John St, BA1 2JL. Tel: 01225 333323. Web: www.brugadabar.co.uk • Glamorous cocktails; sensuous, boudoir-style backdrop. OUT TO IMPRESS? DO IT HERE!
CAFÉ ROUGE 15 Milsom St, BA1 1DE. Tel: 01225 462368. Web: www. caferouge.co.uk • See Restaurants, French – Bath.
Do you come here often?: perennially popular watering hole Grappa
CELSIUS ICE BAR & CLUB 1 South Parade, BA2 4AA. Tel: 01225 312800. Web: www.celsiusicebar.co.uk • Glacier-lined Ice Bar attached to a more conventional bar experience offering a suitably themed, sparkly-chilled decor (and ambience) without any fear of frostbite. VISIT THE WEBSITE FOR DETAILS OF VIP PACKAGES COMBINING DRINKS, ICE BAR AND CLUB ENTRY
CENTRAL BAR Upper Borough Walls, BA1 1RG. Tel: 01225 333939. Web: www.centralbarbath.co.uk • Enduringly popular city centre watering hole based around a big, well-stocked bar (wines, beers, spirits, cocktails, etc) and offering an easygoing range of food until at least 4pm daily.
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CIRCO 2/3 South Parade, BA2 4AA. Tel: 01225 444100. Web: www.circobar.co.uk • Chic, upmarket cocktail bar attached to an equally chic, upmarket boutique hotel. ALFRESCO PATIO
COMMON ROOM 2 Saville Row, BA1 2QP. Tel: 01225 425550. Web: www. bathcommonroom.com • Unique bar/nightclub hybrid with comfy leather sofas, chill-out zones and fascinating, funky decor. Soul/funk-centric DJs keep the tiny dancefloor packed while the snug lounging area upstairs offers laidback peace. VERY BUSY AT WEEKENDS WHEN DOOR CHARGES APPLY FROM 10PM, THOUGH MEMBERS (£10) GET FREE, PRIORITISED ENTRY
COSY CLUB Unit R4, SouthGate, BA1 1TP. Tel: 01225 464161. Web: www.cosyclub.co.uk • Thoroughly easy-going bar/ restaurant hybrid. CÔTE 27 Milsom Place, BA1 1BZ. Web: www.coterestaurants.co.uk • See Restaurants, French – Bath. DOOR 34 34 Monmouth St, BA1 2AN Tel: 01225 444770 • Uber-smart cocktails etc served up in a stylishly intimate environment adjacent to the
hip ’n’ happening Ustinov Theatre. ALFRESCO TABLES
FUBAR BRASSERIE & LOUNGE 2 Grove St, BA2 6PJ. Tel: 01225 465400 • Eclectic split-level affair; fun, friendly and featuring an extremely well-stocked bar. CONFUSED BY THE NAME? IT’S SHORTHAND FOR A FUN UNIQUE BAR AND RESTAURANT, OF COURSE!
fired pizzas and huge, colourful platters of Mediterranean antipasti to share. GREEN PARK BRASSERIE Green Park Station, BA1 1JB. Tel: 01225 338565. Web: www.greenparkbrasserie.com • Find a massive but reasonably priced bar alongside quality food and wine in the magnificently restored booking hall of Green Park Station. Free live jazz Wed-Sat evenings.
GARFUNKEL’S The Empire, Orange Grove, BA1 1LP. Tel: 01225 461465. Web: www.garfunkels.co.uk • Part of a massive, American-themed franchise in an impressive location, formerly one of the city’s most illustrious hotels. Stylish decor and well-stocked bar; regular student promotions.
HEATED ALFRESCO AREAS FRONT AND BACK, BUT SMOKERS CAN ONLY PUFF AT THE FRONT
COVERED ALFRESCO PATIO WITH ABBEY VIEWS
THE TRAMSHED Beehive Yard, BA1 5BD. Tel: 01225 421200. Web: www.thetramshedbath.co.uk • See Restaurants, English – Bath.
GRAPPA 3 Belvedere, Lansdown, BA1 5ED. Tel: 01225 448890. Web: www.grappabar.co.uk • Subtly chic, perennially popular watering hole (and winner of several Venue Top Banana awards) specialising in cocktails, continental lagers, beers, globally sourced wines and all manner of spirits and liqueurs alongside brick-
HALL & WOODHOUSE 1-3 Old King St • See Restaurants, English – Bath.
HUDSON BAR & GRILL 14 London St, BA1 5BU. Tel: 01225 332323 • Atmospheric street-level bar offering classic cocktails, interesting ales and a confidently eclectic wine list in low-lit, sofastrewn surroundings.
Party on! Belushi’s Green St • In the mood for a party? You’ve come to the right place. Common Room Saville Row • Easygoing bar/nightclub hybrid offering a classy house party vibe until way into the wee small hours. Pulp Monmouth St • It’s cocktail Happy Hour all day, every day (well, 12noon-7.30pm Mon-Sat, all day Sun-Mon) at the Latin Americanthemed Las Iguanas’ laidback little sister venture. Market Sawclose • Hip ’n’ happening; visit website for details of events, including regular live music. Opa North Parade • Loud, proud and sexy.
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BathBars/BristolBarsFood&Drink 63 www.venue.co.uk The ultimate local website JOYA 6 Newmarket Row, BA2 4AN. Tel: 01225 460240 • Sophisticated Italian-themed trattoria and bar specialising in fabulous cocktails, thoroughly decent wine and a sturdy selection of Euro/conti beers. LOUNGE COCKTAIL BAR & PIZZERIA 43 St James Parade, BA1 1UQ. Tel: 01225 424321 • Smart booth seating upstairs, cosy vaulted area downstairs, extensive wine/beer/cocktail range and sturdy, Med-themed food served throughout. OPEN DAILY TILL 2AM
MARKET Sawclose, BA1 1EY. Tel: 01225 330009. Web: www.marketbath.com • See Restaurants, English – Bath. OLD Q BAR Queensberry Hotel, 4-7 Russel St, BA1 2QF. Tel: 01225 447928. Web: www.thequeensberry.co.uk • Plush, uber-glam cocktail hotspot within a chic boutique hotel/restaurant melange. GORGEOUS PRIVATE GARDEN
OPA 14 North Parade, BA2 4AJ. Tel: 01225 317900 • Greek-themed bar/restaurant with full-on party atmosphere, live music every Sun eve and food – like the regulars – that’s loud, proud and sexy. PARTIALLY COVERED ALFRESCO
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PULP Monmouth St, BA1 2AN. Tel: 01225 466411. Web: www.iguanas.co.uk/bath.asp • Laidback little sister to the enduringly popular, Latinothemed Las Iguanas restaurant (upstairs), popular with party-goers at the weekends but offering a more relaxed feel midweek. Extensive, all-encompassing cocktail list alongside a substantial general bar selection. HAPPY HOUR PRICES ON SELECTED COCKTAILS DAILY 12NOON-9PM AND ALL DAY SUN-MON
REVOLUTION George St, BA1 2EB. Tel: 01225 336168. Web: www.revolution-bars.co.uk • Spacious, hip hangout (part of a huge chain) with a spacious, hip, striking bar largely revolving around vodka, cocktails and shooters, and suitably funky menus to match. See website for events/DJs/party nights/drinks promotions etc. SIGN UP ONLINE FOR REVOLUTION PRIVILEGE CARD TO REAP MAXIMUM REWARDS
SLUG & LETTUCE 5-6 Edgar Buildings, George St, BA1 2EE. Tel: 01225 789050. Web: www.slugandlettuce.
co.uk/bath • Sprawling café-bar/brasserie/ pub/restaurant offering regular drinks promotions (visit the website for updates) that keep regulars buzzing around the wellstocked bar. PARTIALLY COVERED BEER GARDEN, PAVEMENT TABLES
SUB 13 4 Edgar Buildings, BA1 2EE. Tel: 01225 466667. Web: www.sub13.net • Classy subterranean bar featuring a spectacular cocktail menu. Also available for private hire; host regular Cocktail Masterclasses. 2-FOR-1 COCKTAILS 5-8PM
VELO LOUNGE 30 Moorland Rd, Oldfield Park, BA2 3PW. Tel: 01225 344663. Web: www.thelounges.co.uk • Informal neighbourhood bar/bistro offering people-pleasing menus from breakfast till beyond sunset at realistic, downhome prices and a similarly easygoing drinks selection at the bar. Cocktails go large for minimum prices, and coffee is the real McCoy.
attached to the Second Bridge nightclub featuring a chic lounge and private alfresco terrace. PARTY PACKAGE CHAMPAGNE RECEPTION (£18, AVAILABLE UNTIL 9PM) INCLUDES PRIORITY ACCESS TO NIGHTCLUB
BRISTOL ANTIX 44 Park St. Tel: 0117 925 1139. Web: www.barantix. com • Mightily impressive drink selections upstairs and down. Staropramen, Tyskie, Hoegaarden, Stella, London Pride, champagne cocktails, classics, wines, spirits and shooters. TOURIST BOARD RECOMMENDS IT AS ONE OF BRISTOL’S SAFEST VENUES
THE APPLE Welsh Back. Tel: 0117 925 3500. Web: www. applecider.co.uk • Innovative cider pub on an old Dutch barge at the end of King Street. Up to 40 ciders and perries at any one time.
BOARD GAMES, DAILY PAPERS, REGULAR QUIZ NIGHTS
MAY SERVE THE WIDEST CIDER RANGE OF ANY BAR ON EARTH!
THE EARL OF MANVERS @ SECOND BRIDGE 8-9 Manvers St, BA1 1JQ. Tel: 01225 464449. Web: www.secondbridge.co.uk/earl-ofmanvers.shtml • Stylish cocktail lounge
ARNOLFINI 16 Narrow Quay. Tel: 0117 917 2300. Web: www. arnolfini.org.uk • Stylish café-bar within an extensive gallery, bookshop, cinema and performance complex. Italian-influenced food
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stars on seasonal menus. A PINT ON THE COBBLES HERE IS A BRISTOL MUST-DO
ARTS HOUSE 108a Stokes Croft. Tel: 0117 923 2858. Web: www. theartshouse.org • Funky two-level multi-tasker offering bar, gallery, open mics and uberleisurely cinema showings bringing surroundsound and fat sofas. OPENED IN AUTUMN 2009 WITH AN EXHIBITION OF JAMIE HEWLETT’S OXFAM PHOTOGRAPHY
BANCO LOUNGE 107 Wells Rd. Tel: 0117 908 6010. Web: www. thelounges.co.uk • Laidback, friendly, relaxed. Good food and specials served all day, every day. Monday burger and brownie offer, more VFM on tapas Tuesday. WINE CELLAR USED TO BE A BANK VAULT
BANK OF STOKES CROFT 84a Stokes Croft. Web: www. thebankofstokescroft.com • Bagged a Venue Top Banana runner-up slot within months of opening in late 2010. Bristol’s creative types enjoy a diverse and cutting-edge music policy, regularly changing artwork and installations plus a secret walled garden. Locally sourced food includes top pizzas and hearty bowls. CHECK THE BANK VAULT SNUG COMPLETE WITH ORIGINAL DOOR!
BAR 100 Bristol University Students’ Union, Queen’s Rd, Clifton. Tel: 0117 954 5858 • Studes and nonstudes alike invited in for three real ales plus ciders and lagers. Ongoing refurbishment in next 2-3years may bring a name change come graduation. OCTOBER ALE WEEK (OR SIMILAR) TO WELCOME THE FRESHERS
BAR HUMBUG 89 Whiteladies Rd. Tel: 0117 904 0061. Web: www.barhumbug.co.uk • Bright, vibrant cocktail haven, plus classier bottles like Peroni, Asahi, Leffe and 18 cocktails. Heated and covered smoking area. SUNTRAP TERRACE OUT FRONT
BAY 4-6 North St, Bedminster. Tel: 0117 953 1446 • Bright and breezy bar with lovely patio and ace garden area. Drinks include Desperado, Kopparberg, shooters, cocktails, five lagers, draught and bottled ciders and two real ales. Diners get filled breads, pastas and grills. DJS FRIDAY AND SUNDAY
BEESES BAR & TEA GARDENS Wyndham Crescent, Broomhill Rd. Tel: 0117 977 7412. Web: www.beeses.co.uk • Set beside the river in gloriously deep woods; take the ferry to this stunning location for food, drink and music which bagged Venue 2010 Top Banana recognition. BRISTOL’S BEST-KEPT SECRET, A SUMMERTIME MUST-VISIT (WITH ENTERTAINING TWEETS)
BIG CHILL BAR 15 Small St. Tel: 0117 930 4217. Web: www. bigchill.net/bristol • Funky, festival feel in the city centre. Natty décor throughout, flavoursome burgers, mighty fine lagers and beers, 11-strong cocktail list. THE ONLY BIG CHILL BAR OUTSIDE OF LONDON & VENUE’S BEST BRISTOL BAR IN 2009
BOCABAR Paintworks, Bath Rd, Arnos Vale. Tel: 0117 972 8838. Web: www.bocabar.co.uk • Wonderful decked area, ace draught, bottle and cocktail selections, sublime pizzas. Regular bands and DJs. MANHATTAN LOFT VIBE, BEERS INCLUDE DOS EQUIS, WESTMALLE & FRU KOLSCH
THE BOTANIST BRISTOL Berkeley Sq, The Triangle, Clifton. Tel: 0117 927 7333. Web: www.thebotanistbristol.co.uk • Georgian architecture, modern airy interior, large courtyard for balmy summer evenings. 45 wines, eight champagnes, 36 cocktails. A DINING & DRINKING EXPERIENCE AMID STYLISH SURROUNDINGS
BRACE & BROWNS 43 Whiteladies Rd. Tel: 0117 973 7800. Web:
www.braceandbrowns.co.uk • Kitchen and bar offering mains, specials and fine drinks enjoyed indoors or on the extensive decking. HOME OF FLIPPING GOOD SUNDAY ROASTS…
BROWNS 38 Queen’s Rd. Tel: 0117 930 4777. Web: www. browns-restaurants.com • Bold building, modelled on Venice’s Doge’s Palace, with 60-strong wine list, choice chilled lagers and eclectic bottles. Cocktail offer Sun-Thur, ‘skinny’ varieties plus cocktail-making classes. LIVE BABY GRAND PIANO INDOORS, SERIOUSLY STYLISH TERRACE OUT FRONT
BURGER JOINT 32 Cotham Hill. Tel: 0117 329 0887. Web: www. theburgerjoint.co.uk • High-end burger bar where the humble burg’ is elevated to an art form. Very popular with students. AN OUTSTANDING DINING EXPERIENCE FOR AN OUTSTANDING PRICE
CAFÉ-BAR @ THE TOBACCO FACTORY Raleigh Rd, Southville. Tel: 0117 902 0060. Web: www.tobaccofactory.com • Popular with a young, funky crowd. Contemporary warehouse chic, Bristol Beer Factory ales, quality menu with a distinctively Med feel. OUTSIDE AREA WITH OPEN YARD AND COVERED TERRACE
CANTEEN 80 Stokes Croft, BS1 3QY. Tel: 0117 923 2017. Web: thecanteenbristol.wordpress.com • Relative newcomer to the ever-burgeoning boho Stokes Croft scene. Live music, lively atmosphere and carefully sourced food. Terrace is perfect for people-watching. BANKSY’S FAMOUS ‘MILD MILD WEST’ MURAL IS ABOVE THE TERRACE.
CLIFTON WINE BAR 4 Richmond Terrace, Clifton. Tel: 0117 973 2069 • Relaxed atmosphere, good food, five lagers, three real ales and 13 quaffable plonks. Heaters and shelters in rear garden. AN OLDIE BUT ALWAYS A GOLDIE
Bocabar: sublime pizza and a Manhattan loft vibe
COSIES 34 Portland Sq. Tel: 0117 942 4110. Web: www. cosies.co.uk • Daytime, mix with the suits at Portland Square Wine Bar. After dark, it’s student central, with a cooler crowd moved by ranking DJs. Minimal weekend door tax. Just get here!
First date dazzlers Browns Queens Rd • Take them to Venice (this place is modelled on its Doge’s Palace.) Baby grand ups the glamour ante. Severnshed The Grove • Affordable decadence making a big impression via cocktails and a moveable bar. Botanist Berkeley Square • Fantastic for the freshers week follow-up – expect first-date chemistry at The Botanist. Goldbrick House Park St • Invite them to Goldbrick… because they’re sparkling company. Hotel Du Vin Bar Sugar House, Narrow Lewins Mead • Dig out the interview threads for this uber classy joint.
VENUE’S REIGNING BEST BRISTOL BAR
DECO LOUNGE 50 Cotham Hill. Tel: 0117 373 2688. Web: www. thelounges.co.uk • Relaxed, comfortable vibe and quirky split-level layout. Specials change monthly but the renowned chocolate brownies are going nowhere. THINKING CAPS ON FOR THE MON QUIZ
DOCKYARD CAFE-BAR Harbourside, nr ss Great Britain. Tel: 0117 926 0680 • Has one of the most staggering views in the city, nestling in the shadow of Brunel’s landmark ship. Plenty of seating, inside and
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FERRY PLATFORM RIGHT NEXT TO THE BUILDING
‘RUMBELIEVABLE’ TUESDAY NIGHT COCKTAIL OFFER
ELBOW ROOM 64 Park St. Tel: 0117 930 0242. Web: www. theelbowroom.co.uk • Trendy, friendly, laidback pool bar featuring dimmed lighting, classy tunes, a gazillion drinks offers and pool competitions. Tell ’em Venue sent ya.
HOTEL DU VIN & BISTRO Sugar House, Narrow Lewins Mead. Tel: 0117 925 5577. Web: www.hotelduvin.com • Winning mix of urban chic and urbane surrounds. One of the best atmospheres in town in the seriously excellent lounge bar.
“AHEAD OF THE PACK WHEN IT COMES TO LOUNGING” AND ALWAYS FREE ENTRY
AROUND 50 RUMS, 120 WHISKIES, 50 COCKTAILS PLUS BOTTLED BEERS
ETON BAR 28 Baldwin St. Tel: 0117 927 9813 • Stylish bar offering a good variety of cocktails, bottles etc. Sport shown. 20+ COCKTAIL MENU
FOLK HOUSE CAFE-BAR 40a Park St. Tel: 0117 908 5035 • Delicious organic and fairtrade fodder served in this tranquil haven on busy Park Street. Check website for events. A HIDDEN TREASURE
GOLDBRICK HOUSE 69 Park St. Web: www.goldbrickhouse.co.uk • Housed over three floors and two Georgian buildings, this is one of the city’s better drinking and dining destinations. Informal ground-floor cafe-bar, restaurant and champagne/cocktail bar upstairs.
FANTASTIC SUN TERRACE WITH WICKED VIEW
JAVA COCKTAIL BAR & CLUB 9 Park St. Tel: 0117 930 4561. Web: www.javabristol. co.uk • Exotic draughts, stylish bottled beers plus large top-shelf spirits selection served in classy surroundings.
No1 HARBOURSIDE 1 Canons Rd, Watershed. Tel: 0117 929 1100. Web: www. no1harbourside.co.uk • Waterfront wonder drawing a cultured clientele of all ages for music from across the globe (ace local chanteuse Claudia Aurora is a regular) and choice food and drink from much, much nearer to home.
TSARINE IS THE HOUSE CHAMPAGNE
LA TAVERNA DELL’ARTISTA 33 King St. Tel: 0117 929 7712 • Late-opening cultural delight enjoyed by regulars from all walks of life. Pick up a pizza in the company of celebrities, or eavesdrop on post-theatre chat with a pint.
LAS IGUANAS 113 Whiteladies Rd. Tel: 0117 973 0730; South Building, Anchor Sq. Tel: 0117 927 6233. Web: www. iguanas.co.uk • Bristol’s very own dollop of Latin America. Salsa beats, funky decor and legendary cocktails.
HERMANOS CAFE-BAR 55 Queens Rd, Clifton. Tel: 0117 929 4323. Web: www.hermanos.co.uk • A welcome respite from Queens Road’s hordes. Chill at lunchtime, lounge midweek or enjoy the pre-club vibe on
OPEN WEEKENDS TILL 4-5AM
PUT YOUR HANDS UP FOR ADROIT TURNTABLISM!
H BAR Colston Hall Foyer, Colston St. Tel: 0117 352 1151. Web: www.thehbar.co.uk • Informal and formal dining plus stylish drinking in swish surroundings. Eclectic bottled beers.
THE BARTEND HERE IS THE UK’S SECOND BEST!
MR WOLF’S 33 St Stephens St. Tel: 0117 927 3221. Web: www. mrwolfs.com • Winning combination of music venue, cafe and bar that manages to be greater than the sum of its myriad parts. MUD DOCK 40 The Grove. Tel: 0117 934 9734. Web: www.muddock.co.uk • Bar-restaurant above a bike shop (random bike parts hang precariously from the ceiling). Gorgeous decor, food and booze.
RUB SHOULDERS WITH A CREATIVE CROWD AND THE OCCASIONAL ACTOR
HAUSBAR 52 Upper Belgrave Rd, Clifton. Tel: 0117 946 6081. Web: www.hausbar.co.uk • Based on the German concept of homely cellar bars. Epic cocktail list, Flensburger on draught, Erdinger and Budvar in bottles.
DRINKS ON OFFER INCLUDE STELLA, BUDWEISER, BECK’S AND BLACKTHORN
HUSH HUSH 233 Cheltenham Rd. Tel: 0117 942 2700 • Lively bar with clubby vibe; 2-4-1 cocktails all eve Wed and Thur. Comfy sofas, movie prints, vinyl on the wall, dinky but funky back garden.
AMONG THE OBSERVER’S TOP-50 UK BARS, AWARDED TWO AA ROSETTES
THIS PLACE’S LAUNCH WAS VENUE’S EVENT OF 2009
MBARGO 38-40 Triangle West, Clifton Triangle. Tel: 0117 925 3256 • Cool, stylish bar with reliable buzz.
THEIR SIGNATURE CAIPIRINHAS ARE BRILLIANT
LEFT BANK Cheltenham Rd. Tel: 0117 944 4433. Web: www. leftbankcentre.co.uk • Draws musos, actors and artists with its shabby-chic decor and stylish but unpretentious vibe. LOUNGE 227 North St, Bedminster. Tel: 0117 963 7340. Web: www.thelounges.co.uk • Effortlessly laidback vibe with leather sofas for all-day lounging, wooden tables, ciabattas, steaks, burgers, daily specials, draughts, bottles and cocktails. MUST-ATTEND QUIZ ON MON
OYSTER BAR ON SITE
NO51 STOKES CROFT 51 Stokes Croft. Tel: 0117 914 8048. Web: www.51stokescroft.com • Friendly and funky bar-cum-music venue. Drop in for DJs, pizzas, Kopparberg and much more. PIZZAS COOKED IN WOOD-BURNING OVEN
NIKO’S LOUNGE & SHISHA BAR 72 Park St. Tel: 0117 929 1166/07792 917397 • Wonderful mix of Iranian and British chilling – next best thing to being in Esfahan. Mighty shisha range, with diverse baccies bubbled through beverages for extra mellowness. Draughts, bottles and wine for those in a Shirazy mood. Authentic decor creates a holiday vibe – this place checks out beautifully. NAMED AFTER A FAMILY MEMBER WHO’S A TODDLER
PAM PAM 3 Queens Ave (beneath Habitat,) Clifton. Tel: 0117 973 1249. Web: www.pampam.co.uk • Uber-stylish bar catering for young professionals on weekends and students Mon-Thu and staging live music Sundays. VIP area brings Jay Z video decadence. Gold and platinum membership available, guest list requests taken. SOPHISTICATED SURROUNDINGS FOR THE BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE
THE PARK 37 Triangle West. Tel: 0117 940 6101. Web: www. theparkbristol.com • Open Mon-Sat from 6pm till the early hours (4am Thur-Sat). Top DJs spin R&B, northern soul, Motown, hip-hop, funk and grooves. CUTTING-EDGE COCKTAIL MIXING
PICTURE HOUSE EAST 85 Whiteladies Rd. Tel: 0117 973 9302. Web: www. thepicturehouse.eu • Attractive front terrace perfect for alfresco chilling. Anglo/Italian mains, Spanish tapas and artisan baker Laura Hart’s lovely baking on offer AROUND 40 BEERS FROM AROUND THE GLOBE
PITCHER & PIANO Waterfront. Tel: 0117 929 9652. Web: www. pitcherandpiano.com • Converted warehouse in fabulous harbourside location, and the biggest outlet in the Pitcher & Piano chain. Covered smoking area. OPEN WEEKENDS TILL LATE
PORTO LOUNGE 765 Fishponds Rd. Tel: 0117 902 4567. Web: www.thelounges.co.uk • Part of the successful neighbourhood-bar Lounge empire. Have an early coffee with the morning papers, then breakfast, then homemade burgers for lunch. ONCE A TRAVEL AGENTS – HENCE THE NAME – PORTO BEING TWINNED WITH BRISTOL
THE PROM 26 The Promenade, Gloucester Rd. Tel: 0117 942 7319. Web: www.theprom.co.uk • Great reputation for live music: R&B, blues, jazz and soul six nights a week. Popular Tue-night pop quiz. TERRACE WITH HEATING AND COVER
QUEENSHILLING 9 Frogmore St. Web: www.queenshilling.com • Open nightly with a line-up including a popular student night, alternative music and rave nights. THE CITY’S LONGEST-ESTABLISHED GAY NIGHTCLUB
THE QUADRANT Regent St, Clifton Village. Tel: 0117 974 1025. Web: www.quadrantbar.co.uk • Light, airy groundfloor bar with bare-brick walls and chalkboards. Wines, spirits, continental lagers, real ale, always at least one local cider. REGULAR WINE-TASTING EVENTS; PRIVATE PARTIES WITH SUPERB BUFFET
Killer Bs The Bay North St, Bedminster • Like MC Hammer said – from London to The Bay – can’t touch this! Beeses Bar & Tea Gardens Wyndham Cres, Broomhill Rd • Rightly bagged a Top Banana mention last time out. Big Chill Bar Small St • The only one of its kind outside of the capital; it’s a Bristol (not a London) thing. Bank of Stokes Croft Stokes Croft • An astute investment of your leisure time. Bocabar Paintworks, Bath Rd • Manhattan loft look, eclectic beers, pizzas with pizzazz
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“Bringing a combination of modern and classic Italian dishes that creates an abundant and diverse menu of Authentic Italian regional fare!� La Riva Italian Restaurant is located on Park street of Bristol which is the main street in Bristol linking City Centre to Clifton! We are within walking distance of the University of Bristol and also conveniently situated close to the Hippodrome Theatre at the bottom of Park Street, The Bristol Museum and art Gallery, Marriot Hotel and College Green. Here at La Riva you can enjoy freshly prepared dishes, the finest and perfect ambiance with chic yet comfortable surroundings and friendly warm service. If you want to have a business lunch, family event or a romantic meal for two, La Riva is the place to go Because all our food is prepared fresh to Order, we are able to cater for all dietary requirements with prior Notice.
72 Park Street Bristol BS1 5JX Tel: 0117 929 3866 email: info@larivarestaurant.com web: www.larivarestaurant.com
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RACKS BAR & KITCHEN St Pauls Rd, Clifton. Tel: 0117 974 1626 • Clifton landmark, with lively bar serving draught lagers, real ales, around 20 wines and solid spirit offerings. Popular with rugby fans.
ROO BAR Clifton Down Station, Whiteladies Rd. Tel: 0117 923 7204 • Faux Australian sports bar, with numerous screens, plus pool. Well-stocked bar, food daily.
THE SOCIAL 130 Cheltenham Rd. Tel: 0117 924 4500. Web: www. thesocialbristol.co.uk • Following on from the cool mood of One30 back in the day, large front windows make for a perfect people-watching.
BRILLIANT BOTTLED BEER RANGE
QUIZ MAY RETURN COME AUTUMN
REFLEX 18a Baldwin St. Tel: 0117 945 8891. Web: www. reflexbars.co.uk • Downtown retro bar with a distinctly 1980s flavour going down a storm.
SASPARILLA 65 Whiteladies Rd. Tel: 0117 973 0574 • Cocktail bar with the emphasis on quality spirits. Upstairs members’ lounge perfect for sophisticated, swinging soirées. Tex-Mex snacky nibbles.
“A COMFORTABLE PLACE FOR A STYLISH BIT OF NOUVEAU PUB NOSH,” SAID OUR MAN
IT WAS ACCEPTABLE IN THE 80S
REVOLUTION Old Fish Market, St Nicholas St. Tel: 0117 930 4335 • Part of the national vodka bar chain. Stylish barrestaurant offering great food and drink and DJs Wed, Fri and Sat to make the night go with a swing, whether you’re partying or chilling. AROUND 30 DIFFERENT VODKAS STOCKED MAKING FOR KILLER BLOODY MARYS
RISING SUN 86-90 Gloucester Rd. Tel: 0117 989 2471 • Student mecca (at time of going to press) serving up party nights, with Tutti Frutti among the Brothers ciders. Refurb and change of emphasis (and name) possible some time over the 2011/2012 educational year. EXCELLENT VIDEO JUKEBOX, POOL TABLES
OVER 60 COCKTAILS UP FOR GRABS
SEVERNSHED The Grove. Tel: 0117 925 1212. Web: www. shedrestaurants.co.uk • A large dose of dockside chic, catering for Bristol’s mediarati and style gurus. Cutting-edge art exhibitions, covered terrace for alfresco socialising. IT’S NOT JUST YOU: THE BAR REALLY IS MOVING
SLUG & LETTUCE 26-28 Nicholas St. Tel: 0117 952 9900. Web: www. slugandlettuce.co.uk • Open-plan building, comfortable leather sofa zones and muted décor. Offers a range of bottles and draughts plus reliable grub options from sarnies to mains. COCKTAILS 2-FOR-1 THUR-SAT 4PMCLOSE
THE SQUARE 15 Berkeley Sq, Clifton. Tel: 0117 921 0455. Web: www.thesquareclub.com • Exclusive decadence, from the fine dining restaurant to award-winning cocktails in the funky lower-deck cocktail bar. Non-members welcome to dine – please phone to book. ALFRESCO RELAXING ON THE TERRACE
START THE BUS 7-9 Baldwin St. Tel: 0117 930 4370. Web: www. startthebus.tv • Part pub-with-great-food, part adult-youth-club hang-out offering everything from eclectic live music to DJs, quizzes and pub bingo. Extensive draughts, diverse bottles, ace comfort food. AS REGULAR A HAUNT AS YOUR LECTURES…
Cool as… Pampam Queens Ave • Grownup, glamorous and gorgeous – an instant classic. Apple Welsh Back • The Americans might have the Big Apple but Bristol’s got this little beauty serving more cider than any other bar on Planet Earth. No1 Harbourside Canons Rd • Oysters on ice, chilled live music, even more chilled crowd. Cosies Portland Sq • Reigning Bristol Top Banana that’s as cool as it’s cosy. Prom The Promenade, Gloucester Rd • No stretch limo needed to arrive at this Prom.
TAHIKI 46-48 Queen Charlotte St. Tel: 0117 929 2271. Web: www.tahiki.co.uk • Polynesian drinking in
WITH A FIRM HOLD ON THE SOUL OF BRISTOL
HYTALS ROCKAS QUEEN BEE DJ STYLE FAGAN DUB REVOLUTION ROB SMITH PETE D ROSE FLORA FLYNN DJ DAD THEA COLES RUFFNEK DISKOTEK SHANTI SOUND YO DOGGY TOMMY T ROXS DELUXS JAH LOKKO POSITIVE VIBRATION LYNX AL-PHA OMEGA PINCH ROGUE LIQUID LOUNGE DJS DJ CALM DUB BOYRAMBOY DJ DEREK AD DIS KAMA DREAD TESHUVAH HI FI STEVE RICE DADDY ROOTS HIGH GROUND DISS MISS JOCKER ANDY SCHOLES SNAFU RAY MIGHTY DEEPBEAT SKYLION CODE OF THE STREET GHETTOSPHERIC PLUS MORE... Private hire available // Student Promotors & DJs Required // Drinks deals every day!! Call Jo or Matt on 01179 424110 to arrange your parties!! The soul of bristol music dub/ reggae/ soul/ funk/ hip-hop/karnival beats low expense no pretence - cosies day or night Opening times Mon - Thurs 11am - 10pm (or when the last person leaves!) Fri 11am - late // Sat & Sun 9.30pm - late Cosies 34 Portland Square Bristol
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attractive surroundings; ground-floor cocktail bar, first-floor lounge (available for private parties). TWO PINTS (OR SPIRITS/WINES) FOR £5 TUE-FRI 5-10PM
THEKLA East Mud Dock, The Grove. Tel: 0117 929 3301. Web: www.theklabristol.co.uk • This brilliant live venue (and it’s a boat!) also houses an excellent chilled bar: Tuborg, Smirnoff Ice, Thatchers Gold, Westons Organic, Strongbow and Guinness across draughts and bottles with Monster energy drink for partying on. COVERED DECK AREA HEATED ON EVENINGS: DER, DER, DERRRR, DER, DER, DER, DER – SMOKE ON THE WATER!
TIKI 44 Whiteladies Rd. Tel: 0117 973 1529. Web: www. tikibristol.com • Polynesian/Maori/Hawaiianthemed grog house with palm-fringed bar specialising in Tiki cocktails and Pacific Island food. A LITTLE BIT OF THE SOUTH PACIFIC ON WHITELADIES ROAD
TINTO LOUNGE 344 Gloucester Rd. Tel: 0117 942 0526. Web: www. thelounges.co.uk • Reclaimed church chairs, battered wooden tables, chunky leather sofas, fascinating boxing photos at a friendly cafe/bar
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integral to Gloucester Road chilling. BARMAID AMY (BACK AFTER TRAVELLING) MAKES THE BEST STRAWBERRY COSMO IN TOWN
WATERSHED CAFE-BAR 1 Canons Rd. Tel: 0117 927 5101. Web: www. watershed.co.uk • One of Bristol’s most relaxing and welcoming venues. The harbourside view is superb from the balcony. ALSO A MEDIA CENTRE WITH THREE CINEMAS SHOWING THE BEST IN INDEPENDENT FILM
WHITE LION BAR & TERRACE Avon Gorge Hotel, Sion Hill, Clifton. Tel: 0117 973 8955. Web: www.theavongorge.com • Probably the best view in the whole of Bristol. Sup on the vast terrace (complete with umbrellas and heat lamps) and gaze out over Clifton Suspension Bridge. THAT VIEW. ENOUGH SAID
THE WOODS 1 Park St Ave. Tel: 0117 925 0890 • Go down to the Woods today! Smart bar with a gentlemen’s club ambience and lovely little heated garden (with umbrellas). Very female-friendly, not remotely laddish. ASTONISHING CHOICE OF 102 WHISKIES AND BOURBONS
ZERO DEGREES 53 Colston St. Tel: 0117 925 2706. Web: www. zerodegrees.co.uk • European-influenced restaurant fused with a microbrewery and stylish bar, all in one venue. EXCELLENT GOURMET PIZZAS
Pubs BATH ASSEMBLY INN 16-17 Alfred St, BA1 2QU. Tel: 01225 333639. Web: www.abbeyales.co.uk • There’s nothing to not love about an Abbey Ales pub (see also the Coeur de Lion and the Star Inn). Find high-quality real ales (including, of course, Abbey’s flagship brews) alongside quality wines etc at the bar and home-cooked pub grub classics (including glorious sausage rolls, Bellringer sausages/beer-battered fish and homemade brownies) on the menu. THE BARLEY MOW 32 Bathwick St, BA2 6NZ. Tel: 01225 464845 • Friendly neighbourhood hostelry
featuring comfortable sofas around a real fire in the front, a separate dining area in the back and that all-important (heated) alfresco patio through the door in between. The bar always features three real ales and the kitchen churns out reasonably priced, freshly cooked pub grub faves on a daily basis. REGULAR QUIZ NIGHTS
THE BEAR 6-10 Wellsway, BA2 3AQ. Tel: 01225 425795. Web: www.bearbath.co.uk • Well-heeled pub with an upmarket neighbourhood vibe offering a delectable wine list, local and continental ales and lagers and proper Somerset cider supplemented by wallet-friendly grub courtesy of a lively kitchen. VISIT WEBSITE FOR NEWS AND REGULAR EVENTS INCLUDING LIVE MUSIC EVENTS
BEAU NASH 23 Milsom St, BA1 1DE. Tel: 01225 310772 • Spacious, bustling city-centre hostelry offering a huge open-plan bar, wallet-friendly pub grub faves and plenty of sofa/lounging areas.
thechequersbar.com • Smart, stylish and relaxed with bar and food menus to match. PAVEMENT TABLES
COEUR DE LION Northumberland Passage, BA1 5AR. Tel: 01225 463568. Web: www.coeur-de-lion.co.uk • Tiny, characterful Bath Ales pub where even the lunchtime-only menus push all the right buttons. Pavement tables outside. OFFICIALLY BATH’S SMALLEST PUB
THE CORK 11-12 Westgate Buildings, BA1 1EB. Tel: 01225 330470. Web: www.thecork.co.uk • Pristine city-centre pub, combining a ‘traditional’ bar area with pool tables, big-screen sport on event days, a lively downstairs bar with a clubby feel (The Vaults) and a covered alfresco area. The exceedingly wallet-friendly menus are well worth investigating. VISIT WEBSITE FOR DETAILS OF REGULAR THEME NIGHTS, EVENTS AND PROMOTIONS
SPORTING EVENTS ON HUGE PLASMA SCREENS VISIBLE FROM WHEREVER YOU CHOOSE TO SIT.
CRYSTAL PALACE Abbey Green, BA1 1NW. Tel: 01225 482666 • Bustling pub/restaurant on a pretty cobbled courtyard.
THE BELL 103 Walcot St, BA1 5BW. Tel: 01225 460426. Web: www.walcotstreet.com • Longstanding Bath institution serving up a warm welcome, a good selection of real ales and organic beers and an eclectic line-up of live music.
COVERED, HEATED GARDEN OUT BACK OFFERS A WARM WELCOME TO SMOKERS WHATEVER THE WEATHER
COVERED, HEATED BACK YARD; REGULAR FREE LIVE MUSIC
THE BOATER 9 Argyle St, BA2 4BQ. Tel: 01225 464211 • Threestorey 18th-century pub parallel to the weir. Large alfresco area, regular drinks promos, plenty of big-screen sporting action. ALFRESCO BACKYARD BAR OPENS SUBJECT TO DEMAND IN SUMMER
THE CHARMBURY ARMS 69-70 Brook Rd, Twerton, BA2 3RR. Tel: 01225 405559 • Food-, fuss- and frill-free hostelry first established around 130 years ago. Find both 6X and Henry’s IPA (plus the occasional special) on tap, a quiz every Sunday, occasional live music nights and a warm welcome at all times. POSSIBLY ONE OF THE ONLY PUBS IN THE COUNTRY WITH A SKITTLE ALLEY IN THE BAR ITSELF
CHEQUERS INN River St, BA1 2QA. Tel: 01225 360017. Web: www.
THE CURFEW 11 Cleveland Place West, BA1 5DG. Tel: 01225 424210. Web: www.thecurfew.co.uk • Atmospheric, welcoming boozer, featuring oak-panelled interiors and 6X and IPA on tap alongside regular seasonal ales. MASSIVE POOL TABLE UPSTAIRS; CHARMING (HEATED, PARTIALLY COVERED) PRIVATE BEER GARDEN OUT BACK
DEVONSHIRE ARMS 139 Wellsway, BA2 4RY. Tel: 01225 429593. Web: www.devonshirearmsbath.co.uk • Traditional neighbourhood boozer (originally established in 1841) serving thoughtful, considerate pub grub alongside a bar selection to match. The historic skittle alley is one of the oldest in the region; pub games proliferate behind the bar. TWO SMALL ALFRESCO AREAS AT THE FRONT AND TO THE REAR CONSIDERATELY ACCOMMODATE SMOKERS
FAIRFIELD ARMS 1 Fairfield Park Rd, BA1 6JM. Tel: 01225 445553. Web: www.fairfieldarms.com • Unique blend of spruced-up, traditional boozer (complete with open fires) and Haldi Tandoori Indian Restaurant and takeaway, thereby negating the need to shift from pub to curry house (and back again?) when the mood strikes.
Great grub Porter George St • Perfectly cooked, wallet-friendly, totally meat-free classics. Marlborough Tavern Marlborough Buildings • Highly acclaimed scoff in a deliciously laidback but lively environment. One Beaufort One Beaufort West • Classic gastropub treats with a Gallic twist. The Cork Westgate Buildings • Wellpriced, supremely satisfying, crowdpleasing menu, including sumptuous Sunday roasts. The Raven Queen St • Pieminster pies! ’nuff said...
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FLAN O’BRIENS 21 Westgate St, BA1 1EP. Tel: 01225 312914 • Find an excellent pint of Guinness at this popular, Irish-themed pub, which gets absolutely packed when there’s rugby or football on the TV. LATE LICENCE LETS YOU PARTY ON INTO THE SMALL HOURS WED-SAT
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Lunchtime Buffet £4.95 Eat as much as you can, soft drink included Any Pizza or Pasta £5 to take-away Sunday Lunch Roast Buffet £9.95 Eat as much as you can Specials Board Changing Daily B.Y.O Open Mon – Sat 12pm – 2pm & 6pm – 10pm Sunday 12pm – 4pm FREE DELIVERY to BS3 on orders over £15 Priviledge Card holders are entitled to a free bottle of house wine on each visit For more information visit www.ciaoitaliabristol.co.uk 0117 963 3544 149 East St, Bedminster, Bristol BS3 4EJ
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food alongside an equally fabulous wine list and a selection of local microbrewery ales (including Butts, Mathews, Milk Street and Stonehenge ales at the time of writing), up to five local ciders at any one time and regular appearances from Orchard Pig, Worley’s and Broadoak’s Pheasant Plucker. PAVEMENT TABLES ON THE TRAFFICFREE LANE OUTSIDE HAVE RECENTLY BEEN EXTENDED TO INCORPORATE SOME 50+ EXTRA COVERS
GASCOYNE PLACE Sawclose, BA1 1EY. Tel: 01225 445854. Web: www. gascoyneplace.co.uk • Tasteful, easy-going café-bar/restaurant hybrid offering a choice between cosy snug, elegant supper rooms and brasserie-style balcony area. FREE, LIVE JAZZ EVERY SUNDAY EVENING
GEORGE INN Mill Lane, Bathampton, BA2 6TR. Tel: 01225 425079 • Chef & Brewer, Cask Marque-awarded period character pub situated almost directly on the canal towpath. ALFRESCO OPPORTUNITIES
THE GRAPES 14 Westgate St, BA1 1EQ. Tel: 01225 310235 • Old-fashioned, dimly lit little boozer specialising in bar/food promos and live sporting action on the TV. CONVENIENTLY LOCATED FOR LITTLE THEATRE AND KOMEDIA
GREEN PARK TAVERN Lower Bristol Rd, BA2 3BD. Tel: 01225 400050. Web: www.greenparktavern.com • Multiambient bar/pub/restaurant that operates as an unofficial student hall of residence during term time. The bar is home to a cheerful selection of draught lagers, beers, ciders, wines and guest ales, and the current cast list features Bath Ales
Barnstormer, Glastonbury Ales Lady of the Lake, Symonds Fouders Reserve, Sharps Doombar and Pilsner Urquell. Food is of the reasonably priced, robust variety (including a splendid Sunday roast incorporating both free-range meat and excellent vegetarian options) and regular entertainment/events abound – visit the website for a regularly updated schedule. HEATED BEER GARDEN
GRIFFIN INN Beauford Sq, BA1 2AP. Tel: 01225 420919. Web: www.griffinbath.co.uk • Chunky wooden fixtures and fittings, an intelligently well-stocked bar and boutique hotel accommodation upstairs. EXCELLENT BREAKFASTS
HALL & WOODHOUSE 1-3 Old King St, BA1 2JT. Tel: 01225 469259. Web: www.hall-woodhousebath.co.uk • See Restaurants, English – Bath. HARE & HOUNDS Lansdown Rd, BA1 5TJ. Tel: 01225 482682. Web: www.harehoundsbath.co.uk • Spacious 18thcentury inn offering breathtaking views over the valley and a lovely split-level patio/garden that fully exploits it. WORTH CHECKING OUT FOR THE AMAZING VIEWS ALONE
VISIT THE WEBSITE FOR DETAILS OF THE LOYAL HARE FORCE LOYALTY SCHEME AND EARN POUNDS OFF PINTS AND MORE AT PARTICIPATING BATH ALES PUBS
THE HUNTSMAN 1 Terrace Walk, BA1 1LY. Tel: 01225 482900. Web: www.huntsmanbathpub.co.uk • This busy citycentre boozer (with alfresco tables) undergoes a total transformation after the sun goes down, when club nights/DJs make full use of the late licence. BIZARRE BATH COMEDY WALK STARTS HERE EVERY EVE MAR-NOV
KING OF WESSEX James St West. Tel: 01225 303380. Web: www. jdwetherspoon.co.uk • The extremely walletfriendly, crowd-pleasing food/drink promotions keep the many punters who frequent this busy, bustling Wetherspoons boozer very merry indeed. BARGAIN-PRICED BREAKFASTS GO LARGE HERE
KING WILLIAM 36 Thomas St, BA1 5NN. Tel: 01225 428096. Web: www.kingwilliampub.com • Top-notch bar, grub and friendly atmospherics in charmingly eclectic surroundings. Sup real ales from local microbreweries or proper Somerset cider.
THE HOBGOBLIN 47 St James’s Parade, BA1 1UQ. Tel: 01225 460785 • Self-styled as ‘Bath’s home of alternative music’, the Hobgoblin boasts an agreeable spit ’n’ sawdust vibe, pound-stretching bar promotions, pool tables and regular events.
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HOP POLE 7 Albion Buildings, Upper Bristol Rd. Tel: 01225 446327. Web: www.bathales.com • A Bath Ales pub, boasting atmospheric interiors, a gorgeous beer garden and food that puts most restaurants to shame.
ORIGINALLY A 17TH-CENTURY COACH HOUSE WITH STUNNING COBBLED COURTYARD
KING’S ARMS Monmouth Place, BA1 2AT. Tel: 01225 425418 • Real ales, unpretentious, well-priced pub grub, live music and quizzes at weekends.
LAMB & LION 15 Lower Borough Walls, BA1 1QU. Tel: 01225 474931 • Popular city-centre pub, usually packed to overflowing when sporting events are shown on the massive screens (and when Saturdaynight stags and hens hit the town). Bargain meal deals at rock-bottom prices.
Pubs Plus Fairfield Arms Fairfield Park • Traditional boozer... also home to a traditional curry house. The Hobgoblin St James Parade • The best ‘alternative jukebox’ in Bath! Mandalyn’s Lansdown Road • Karaoke, quizzes, poker nights and more at Bath’s liveliest gay-friendly pub. The Huntsman Terrace Walk • Quiz night, open mic night, curry night, live music night...is the Huntsman Bath’s most eventful pub? Beau Nash Milsom Street • If you love live, big screen sporting action, you’ll love the Beau.
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MANDALYN’S Lansdown Rd, BA1 5DX. Tel: 01225 425403. Web: www.mandalyns.co.uk • Cheerful, independent gay pub with a strong community vibe. VISIT WEBSITE FOR DETAILS OF REGULAR EVENTS INCLUDING QUIZZES, KARAOKE and POKER NIGHTS
MARLBOROUGH TAVERN 35 Marlborough Buildings, BA2 2LY. Tel: 01225 423731. Web: www.marlborough-tavern.com • Lovely, laidback watering hole serving awardwinning British food alongside local ales, ciders and a fabulously thoughtful wine list. PRIVATE, WALLED BEER GARDEN TO THE REAR
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OLD GREEN TREE 12 Green St, BA1 2JZ. Tel: 01225 448259 • Beams, oak panelling, original fireplaces and ancient wooden floors attest to the building’s history. Well-kept real ales and tempting menus keep contemporary regulars very happy. RUMOURED TO HAVE A RESIDENT GHOST
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RING O’BELLS Widcombe Parade, BA2 4JT. Tel: 01225 448870. Web: www.ringobellsbath.com • Perennially popular and always reliably good fun, find a range of globally sourced wines and beers nestling happily amongst a selection sourced much closer to home and a nibble/bar snacks/tapas menu that really does indicate that a drink’s too wet without at least one little something to share. LIVE JAZZ ON SUNDAY EVES
THE RISING SUN 3-4 Grove St, BA2 6PJ. Tel: 01225 425584. Web: www.bath.co.uk/risingsun • Charming neighbourhood pub offering a winning formula of cheery bonhomie and excellent home cooking. BEER GARDEN
Reliably good fun: the Ring O' Bells
ONE BEAUFORT 1 Beaufort West, BA1 6QB. Tel: 01225 334050. Web: www.onebeaufort.co.uk • A little corner of downtown Bath just a short walk from the city centre. Eat (gorgeous grub largely infused with modern Gallic influences), drink and generally be merry in the lounge/bar, dining room or tiny little urban terrace to the rear. PACKHORSE INN South Stoke, BA2 7DD. Tel: 01225 832060. Web: www.packhorseinn.com • Set in an atmospheric, tumbledown 15th-century manor house at the heart of a similarly historic village. GORGEOUS GARDEN
PIG & FIDDLE 2 Saracen St, BA1 5BR. Tel: 01225 460868. Web: www.thepigandfiddle.co.uk • Known locally as an extension of Bath University’s Students’ Union bar, this busy, friendly boozer appeals largely to a young crowd (and smokers, who dominate the heated outdoor tables at the junction of a busy traffic island). EXCELLENT SUNDAY ROASTS
THE PORTER 2 Miles Buildings, George St, BA1 2QS. Tel: 01225 424104. Web: www.theporter.co.uk • Legendarily excellent pub, popular with pleasure seekers of all ages, students and Bath fringers attracted
by musicians, comedians and DJs who provide entertainment downstairs most evenings of the week. PERFECT PUB GRUB… OF A COMPLETELY VEGETARIAN PERSUASION
PULTENEY ARMS 37 Daniel St, BA2 6ND. Tel: 01225 463923. Web: www.pulteneyarms.co.uk • Traditional, welcoming hostelry offering comfortable sofas, roaring open fires, a very well-stocked bar and generous portions of good, honest homemade food. THE RAM 20 Claverton Buildings, Widcombe, BA2 4LD Tel: 01225 421938. Web: www.therambath.com • Friendly neighbourhood boozer where stripped wooden floors, oak beams, four real ales and an open fire lull you into thinking you could be in a village inn rather than a stone’s throw from the city centre. THE RAVEN 6-7 Queen St, BA1 1HE. Tel: 01225 425045. Web: www.theravenofbath.co.uk • One of the city’s warmest, friendliest, most welcoming hostelries, this is the place to head for when the pie ’n’ pint urge hits. VISIT WEBSITE FOR DETAILS OF REGULAR MEETINGS AND EVENTS
ROYAL OAK 8-10 Summerlays Place, Pulteney Rd, Widcombe, BA2 4HN. Tel: 01225 335220 • Friendly real-ale haven, all comfy seats and stripped wooden floors, with a great outdoor area for summer months. REGULAR CHARITY QUIZ/LIVE MUSIC NIGHTS, SPORTING EVENTS ON BIG PLASMA SCREENS AND FREE WI-FI
ROYAL OAK Lower Bristol Rd, BA2 BW. Tel: 01225 481409. Web: www.theroyaloak-bath.co.uk • Less of a pub, more of a way of life, this unique (to Bath, anyway) real ale haven features 10 hand pumps that serve up an ever-changing array of microbrewery specials from artisan producers. SAINT JAMES’ WINE VAULTS 10 Saint James’s St, BA1 2TW. Tel: 01225 310335. Web: www.stjameswinevaults.co.uk • A genuinely friendly vibe goes large at this exceedingly welcoming, characterful pub. REGULAR EVENTS INCLUDING FREE, LIVE MUSIC – VISIT WEBSITE FOR DETAILS
THE SALAMANDER 3 John St, BA1 2JL Tel: 01225 428889. Web: www. bathales.com • Highly recommended Bath Ales pub with its own restaurant upstairs. Bath Ales goodies dominate the bar, alongside an eclectic and wide-ranging array of related delights. VISIT THE WEBSITE FOR DETAILS OF THE LOYAL HARE FORCE LOYALTY SCHEME AND EARN POUNDS OFF PINTS AND MORE AT PARTICIPATING BATH ALES PUBS
SAM WELLER’S Upper Borough Walls, BA1 1RH. Tel: 01225 474910. Web: www.samwellersph.co.uk • Bustling citycentre hotspot, popular with shoppers by day and youthful revellers after sunset. SARACEN’S HEAD Broad St, BA1 5LP. Tel: 01225 426518 • Citycentre pub packed to the rafters with throngs of big-screen TV sports fans and the odd stag party. STAR INN The Paragon, BA1 5NA. Tel: 01225 425072. Web: www.star-inn-bath.co.uk • Grade II-listed cracker of a pub, complete with a virtually untouched, totally charming, authentic 19thcentury interior and regulars to match. VOLUNTEER RIFLEMAN’S ARMS New Bond St Place, BA1 1BH. Tel: 01225 425210 • Small, welcoming pub. Excellent, home-cooked, traditional pub grub and a great selection of traditional local ales. HEATED ALFRESCO SMOKING AREA ON NEAT LITTLE TRAFFIC-FREE STREET OUTSIDE
WEST:GATE 38 Westgate St, BA1 1EL. Tel: 01225 461642. Web: www.thewestgatepub.co.uk • Spacious, contemporary city-centre hang-out offering broad appeal to shoppers, students and nightclubbers alike, currently undergoing renovation as we go to press. WHITE HART Widcombe Parade, BA2 6AA. Tel: 01225 338053. Web: www.whitehartbath.co.uk • Glorious gastropub sanctuary with a lively bar area. Food – like the vibe – is unpretentious but inspired. ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS HEATED COURTYARD OUT BACK
YE OLD FARMHOUSE 1 Lansdown Rd, BA1 5EE • Formerly a rather rundown but much-loved jazz/blues/real-ale house, now fully refurbished but still big on the kind of blues you don’t want to chase away. REGULAR LIVE MUSIC
Bristol ADAM & EVE 7 Hope Chapel Hill, Hotwells. Tel: 0117 929 1508 • Fabulous old-fashioned pub. Idle away the
Stude institutions Green Park Tavern Lower Bristol Rd • Your new term-time address. West:gate 38 Westgate St • Your night-on-the-town starts here. St James’ Wine Vaults St James’s St • Eminently welcoming hostelry offering a casual house-party vibe every night of the week. The Bell Walcot St • Once you’ve visited Bath’s most enduringly popular independent hostelry you won’t want to leave (indeed, many regulars don’t). The Pig and Fiddle Saracen St • “Meet you at the Pig and Fiddle”: if you were to be given a penny for every time you hear that sentence this year, your student loan will be paid off by next summer.
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ALBERT INN 1 West St, Bedminster • Get your fun via disco, karaoke, live music or pool. LOOK UP FOR ELVIS PRESLEY PHOTOS AND IMPRESSIVE GARGOYLE DOG
ALBION PUBLIC HOUSE & DINING ROOMS Boyces Ave, Clifton. Tel: 0117 973 3522. Web: www.thealbionclifton.co.uk • Fine ‘Mrs Beeton’ dining, numerous nonpareil wines and real ales, snug bar and courtyard. “BRINGS THE SHIRES TO BS8,” WROTE OUR CHAP (THE MICHELIN MAN’S ALSO A FAN)
ALMA TAVERN 18-20 Alma Vale Rd, Clifton. Tel: 0117 973 5171. Web: www.almataverntheatre.co.uk • Entertainment ranges from theatre productions upstairs and cable and terrestrial sport on TV to Monday quizzes. ONLY PUB IN BRISTOL WITH ITS OWN THEATRE
ANCHOR 323 Gloucester Rd. Tel: 0117 924 1769 • Upbeat sports pub in the heart of UWE studentland boasting two alfresco drinking areas. Traditional pub grub like all-day brekkies and bangers & mash. STUDENTS NIGHTS MON & THUR, QUIZ SUN
AVON PACKET 185-187 Coronation Rd. Tel: 0117 987 2431 • Characterful, friendly hangout with traditional bar games, Sky Sports, real ale and lovely cheese and onion rolls. This Packet’s got the lot! TWELVE DUCKS – REAL DUCKS! – SPLASH IN THE POND OUT BACK
THE BEAR 261 Hotwell Rd. Tel: 0117 987 7796 • A real mix of clientele in this popular venue, from students and locals to visiting musicians. Covered, heated smoking area. RENOWNED BEBOP JAZZ CLUB WITH INTERNATIONAL ACTS EVERY FRI EVE
BEAUFORT 21 York Rd, Montpelier. Tel: 0117 955 5216 • A warm welcome in this cosy, family-run pub. MEMORABLE BLUES/REGGAE/IRISH STANDARDS JUKEBOX
BEAUFORT ARMS 23 High St, Clifton. Tel 07582 655558 • Tuckedaway old-fashioned wonder serving solid cider range. Piano and jukebox. IT’S IMPOSSIBLE TO NOT LIKE THIS PLACE!
THE BELL 16-18 Hillgrove St, Stokes Croft. Tel: 0117 909 6612. Web: www.bell.butcombe.com • Wood-floored and funky with diverse clientele. Regular DJs. SWEET-AS GARDEN: “A HIDDEN GEM WITHIN A HIDDEN GEM”
THE BERKELEY Berkeley Centre, Queens Rd. Tel: 0117 927 9550 • Big, busy Wetherspoon’s pub popular with students. Drop-down TV screens show major sporting events. BEAUTIFUL DOMED GLASS AREA
BISHOPS Cheltenham Rd. Tel: 0117 944 5169 • Located in studentsville and rammed with bright, noisy young things. Good-value food and drink. FEMALE-FRIENDLY MOOD, REGULAR DJS
BRIDGE INN Passage St. Tel: 0117 929 0942. Web: www. bathales.com • Tucked away on a backwater, tiny but terrific with seriously affordable food. ECLECTIC VINYL COLLECTION PLUS RECORD PLAYER – SPIN YOUR FAVES
BRISTOL CIDER HOUSE 8-9 Surrey St, St Pauls. Tel: 0117 942 8196. Web: www.bristolciderhouse.co.uk • Two minutes from Cabot Circus with a cider selection straight outta Zummerzet. Cider Saturdays, rustic grub, eclectic open mics, bags of character. BLIND CIDER TASTINGS – CAN YOU IDENTIFY ALL EIGHT?
BRISTOL FLYER 96 Gloucester Rd. Tel: 0117 944 1658 • Sprawling, smart biggie: fat seating for chillaxing, books/ board games, wide food and drink options. . BRILLIANT BIG HEATED BACK GARDEN
BRISTOL RAM 32 Park St. Tel: 0117 926 8654. Web: www. bristolram.com • Friendly, relaxed and light, serving wines, cocktails, Youngs ales, food plus Sky Sports. LIVE ACOUSTIC MUSIC EVERY THU, FRI & SAT, SOME SUNS
BUNCH OF GRAPES 8 Denmark St. Tel: 07967 016860 • L-shaped, Grade II-listed wonder offering six ales at any time. A PUB SINCE THE 1800S – AND ALWAYS THE SAME NAME!
BUSH TAVERN Wells Rd, Totterdown. Tel: 0117 909 1259 • Hilltop sporty biggie, pool tables, draughts like Pedigree, Stella and Thatchers Gold, Natch in cans, Stone’s Ginger Joe in bottles – and a Monster Munch hat-trick! EPIC VIEW OF BRISTOL FROM VERANDA PATIO
CADBURY HOUSE Richmond Rd, Montpelier. Tel: 0117 924 7874 • Legendary drinking institution in Bristol’s bohemian quarter. Good mix of students, locals and virtual tenants. DECEPTIVELY LARGE BEER GARDEN
CAT & WHEEL 207 Cheltenham Rd. Tel: 0117 942 7862 • Big, busy two-bar pub with pool tables and big-screen sports – plus alfresco viewing. THUR QUIZ, FRI & SAT LIVE MUSIC, SUN KARAOKE
THE CLIFTON 16 Regent St, Clifton. Tel: 0117 974 1967 • Admirably attracting an 18-85 crowd, with decor and drinks similarly diverse. Excellent draught and bottle range. INNOVATIVE CINEMA & COCKTAIL, DISCOUNTED WINE AND iPOD NIGHTS
Bath's best Marlborough Tavern Marlborough Buildings • Private, walled, partially covered alfresco haven. Crystal Palace Abbey Green • Tented roof, easyaccess heating – hoorah! The Cork Westgate Buildings • Cosy, comfortable and covered. The Pig and Fiddle Saracen St • Heated, partially covered urban beer garden. The Curfew Clevedon Place • A warm, undercover experience.
COACH & HORSES Highland Sq, Clifton. Tel: 0117 974 5176 • Characterful former coaching inn much loved by its neighbourhood. SUNTRAP GARDEN OUT FRONT
COLSTON YARD Colston St, Bristol. Tel: 0117 376 3232. Web: www. colstonyard.butcombe.com • Real ales include Butcombe plus guests. 45 bottled beers! Food includes fish & chips, bangers & mash. ANY TAKERS FOR THE STRONGEST BEER IN THE WORLD (14%)?
COMMERCIAL ROOMS Corn St. Tel: 0117 927 9681 • Wetherspoon’s biggie serving 10 draught beers, four draught ciders plus lager. Food offers. CHECK THE BYGONE COMPASS
THE CORNUBIA 142 Temple St, Redcliffe. Tel: 0117 925 4415 • Always serves seven guest beers – seven ciders on offer too!
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THE CORONATION 18 Dean Lane, Southville. Tel: 0117 940 9044 • Little local, popular with all ages where new management arrived earlier this year. A hidden gem: The Bell
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THE FARM Hopetoun Rd, St Werburghs. Tel: 0117 944 2384 • Funky, laidback but lively community pub with large garden next to city farm. A country boozer (complete with graffiti art) in the city.
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REGULAR CINEMA NIGHTS WITH POPCORN
HEN & CHICKEN 210 North St, Bedminster. Tel: 0117 966 3143. Web: www.thecomedybox.co.uk • Café/bar-type feel, serving up to six real ales plus wines and food.
FULL MOON & ATTIC BAR Stokes Croft. Tel: 0117 924 5007. Web: www. fullmoonbristol.co.uk • Fantastic, ethical food and drink at this backpackers’ hotel and adjoining bar. DON WATTS MANNED THE DECKS HERE RECENTLY
GOLDEN LION 244 Gloucester Rd, Bishopston. Tel: 0117 924 6449. Web: www.goldenlionbristol.co.uk • Specialising in art and music: bands, open mics and DJs within impressively adorned walls. NONE-MORE-WICKED MURAL COVERS THE EXTERIOR
GRAIN BARGE Hotwell Rd, Hotwells. Tel: 0117 929 9347. Web: www.grainbarge.co.uk • All aboard for top food and beer brewed less than a mile away. Live music on Fridays. Sprawling and brilliant: The Bristol Flyer CORONATION TAP 8 Sion Place, Clifton. Tel: 0117 973 9617. Web: www.thecoronationtap.com • The only cider house in Clifton and the oldest in Bristol. Home of the infamous Exhibition cider. ONE OF THE UK’S TOP SIX MUSIC PUBS
COTHAM PORTER STORES 15 Cotham Rd South • Gorgeous little midterrace pub famed citywide as one of Bristol’s finest traditional cider houses. A PLAQUE AND A PHOTO PAY RESPECT TO MUCH-MISSED CRICKETERS
THE CROFT 117-119 Stokes Croft. Tel: 0117 987 4144. Web: www.the-croft.com • Open from 7pm for a drink and rising local (and national) acts on two stages.
SMOKE ON THE COVERED GANGWAY WHILE ADMIRING BRUNEL’S SHIP
• Perfectly placed beside the Hippodrome for pre/post-theatre pints. BIG CENTRAL MEETING PLACE
DUKE OF YORK 2 Jubilee Rd, St Werburghs. Tel: 0117 941 3677 • Lively, fun hang-out. Four real ales, 11 ciders, great games room upstairs. ZERODEGREES PALE ALE! FUNKY HULA GIRL MURAL!
ELDON HOUSE 6 Lower Clifton Hill. Tel: 0117 922 1271. Web: www.theeldonhouse.co.uk • Charmer serving up Bath Ales brews and classic pub dining. OFF THE BEATEN TRACK BUT WELL WORTH DISCOVERING
MR B GENTLEMAN RHYMER CAME STRAIGHT OUTTA SURREY TO HERE LAST YEAR
FAMOUS ROYAL NAVY VOLUNTEER King St. Tel: 0117 929 1763 • Historic city centre beauty with six cask ales, comfy seats and sofas and library amid separate rooms.
DRAWBRIDGE 14-15 St Augustine’s Parade. Tel: 0117 929 8391
INTERIOR MODELLED ON A SHIP’S CAPTAIN’S CABIN
GREEN MAN 21 Alfred Place, Kingsdown. Tel 0117 930 4824 • Friendly one-bar beauty with impressive green food and drink credentials. BOASTS TWO PUB CATS – GEORGE AND MR BINGLEY
THE GREYHOUND 32 Princess Victoria St, Clifton • Smart and characterful with back garden, sport on big screen and live music. ELIZABETH TAYLOR AND SEAN CONNERY ALLEGEDLY VISITED
HARE ON THE HILL 41 Thomas St North, off Dove St, Kingsdown. Tel: 0117 908 1982 • The definition of a modern backstreet boozer: top drink, food, music and staff. COVER STAR OF 2006’S PUBS & INNS OF ENGLAND & WALES, MUCH PRAISED BY CAMRA
HATCHET INN 27 Frogmore St. Tel: 0117 929 4118. Web: www. thehatchet.co.uk • Rambling old building with
THE DOOR WAS ORIGINALLY COVERED IN HUMAN SKIN. UGH!
UPSTAIRS COMEDY CLUB
HIGHBURY VAULTS St Michael’s Hill. Tel: 0117 973 3203 • Renowned and snug, popular with chatters due to music’s absence. Choccy and banana beer in bottles. Top garden. ONCE THE SITE OF A GALLOWS
HILLGROVE PORTER STORES 53 Hillgrove St North, Kingsdown. Tel: 0117 924 9818 • Cosy, candlelit community pub open Mon-Fri from 4pm, Sat-Sun from 2pm. Nice beer garden. CAMRA PUB OF THE YEAR FOR BRISTOL & DISTRICT 2007
HOLE IN THE WALL 2 The Grove, Queen Sq. Tel. 0117 926 5967 • Historic dockside building providing an informal pub and eatery. THE NAME REFERS TO A WINDOW USED TO SPOT PRESSGANGS APPROACHING
HOPE & ANCHOR 38 Jacob’s Wells Rd. Tel: 0117 929 2987 • Extensive ales, lagers and ciders across draughts and bottles, renowned food. ASTONISHING MULTI-LEVELLED TERRACE GARDEN OUT BACK
HOPHOUSE Kings Rd, Clifton (behind WH Smith). Tel: 0117 923 7390 • Fine real ales beside premium lagers, excellent wines and restaurant-quality food. STYLISH INDOORS, ORIGINAL COBBLES OUTSIDE
HORTS 49 Broad St. Tel: 0117 925 2520 • Deceptively large pub, with numerous nooks and crannies for intimate chats and quiet meals. NAMED AFTER AN 18TH-CENTURY BON VIVEUR
INN ON THE GREEN 2 Filton Rd, Horfield. Tel: 0117 952 1391 • Big, cheerful pub with fearsome reputation for
Smokers’ smashers Bell Hillgrove St • Stylish rear terrace boasts extensive cover for those sparking up. Prince of Wales Gloucester Rd • Communal benches in lively garden lovely for smokers (and their non-smoking mates). Lazy Dog Ashley Down Rd • Purpose-built pine feature would have been loved by Fag Ash Lil (see the menu). Bristol Flyer Gloucester Rd • Extensive garden out back provides overhead heating for nicotine fiends. The Farm Hopetoun Rd, St Werburghs • Be as happy as a pig in the proverbial puffing away in converted sties.
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Sunday quiz night start 8.30pm Student night: Monday & Thursday start 7pm many items £1.25 2 main meals for £8 3 pool tables Watch live sport on 12 plasma TVs Now in HD and 3D, Free Wi-Fi Live Music every Saturday night
The Anchor 323 Gloucester Road, Bishopston 0117 924 1769
★ The No. 1 VENUE in Bristol for ATMOSPHERE ★ Superb Range of Cask Beers, Ciders and Imports ★ Full Bar & Grill Menu served, Lunch time 12-3 pm & Evening 7 days a week ★ Great VENUE for Parties, Get-Togethers, Stag & Hen Nights etc. ★ Free WI FI, & Big Screen TV for MAJOR Sporting Events ★ New Outside Patio Area now open ★ 10% NUS & NHS Discount on ALL Food & Drink
Just turn up, or to book ring
Colston Yard, Colston Street
0117 376 3232
Bristol BS1 5BD
On the site of the old Smiles Brewery Building
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JERSEY LILY 193 Whiteladies Rd. Tel: 0117 973 9037. Web: www.jerseylily.co.uk • Clean, crisp, contemporary yet traditional pub. Classic mains accompany what you’re drinking. NAMED AFTER LILLIE LANGTRY
KENSINGTON ARMS 35-37 Stanley Rd, Redland. Tel: 0117 944 6444. Web: www.thekensingtonarms.co.uk • Great gastropub right on the money when it comes to food, drink and service. DECKING ON THE SUNTRAP PATIO
KING WILLIAM 20 King St. Tel: 0117 926 8672 • Sprawls over seemingly innumerable rooms and floors. Samuel Smith ales on draught. Some organic food and drink. AFTER-HOURS SÉANCES HAVE SOUGHT DIVERSE SPIRITS
KINGS ARMS 168 Whiteladies Rd. Tel: 0117 973 5922 • Varied food, drink and entertainment over three levels and numerous linked areas. MASSIVE, MULTI-FACETED MARVEL
KING’S HEAD 60 Victoria St. Tel: 0117 927 7860 • Wonderful pub with a long history. Ornate decoration behind the bar, old photographs of Bristol cover the walls.
LOUISIANA Bathurst Parade, Wapping Rd. Tel: 0117 926 5978 • Innumerable top local/touring bands have gigged here. New Orleans-style balcony, continental dining, well-kept drinks.
INTERIOR, MODELLED ON A TRAMCAR, WAS FEATURED IN ‘THE HOUSE OF ELIOTT’
“IF I LIVED IN BRISTOL I’D FORM A BAND JUST TO BE ABLE TO PLAY THE LOUISIANA,” SAID ANA MATRONIC
THE LANSDOWN Clifton Rd, Clifton Village. Tel: 0117 973 4949 • Very friendly little pub on Clifton Village’s edge. Extensive alfresco seating easily triples its size.
NEW MADAME GENEVA’S Gloucester Rd, Bishopston. Tel: 07546 082009. Facebook • Two-level boozer with suntrap beer garden, open mics, quizzes, live bands and club nights. Great for Gloucester Road-watching.
A PUB – NOT BAR – WITH FINE GARDEN AND CLIENTELE
FORMERLY THE HOBGOBLIN
LAZY DOG 112 Ashley Down Rd. Tel: 0117 924 4809 • The puppy of the Pipe & Slippers/Windmill/Lazy Dog family offering ales and cocktails, function room and sweet rear garden.
MASON’S ARMS 124 Park Rd, Stapleton. Tel: 0117 939 3919 • Cosy snug, main bar features interesting model motorbikes etc, back garden easily one of the city’s best near UWE.
IMAGERY DEPICTS A LAZY DOG – A SAWMILLING LOG – AND FAG ASH LIL
AWESOME 5 NOVEMBER FIREWORK DISPLAY
LLANDOGER TROW 1-4 King St. Tel: 0870 990 6424 • One of Bristol’s oldest and architecturally distinctive pubs. Granddaddy of the vibrant King Street district.
MERCHANT’S ARMS Merchants Rd, Hotwells. Tel: 0117 904 0037 • Gem, Spa and Barnstormer. Pork pies, and occasional appearances by the Bristol Brass Consort.
IT WAS HERE THAT DANIEL DEFOE MET ALEXANDER SELKIRK, WHO INSPIRED ‘ROBINSON CRUSOE’
CHESS, DRAUGHTS, CRIBBAGE, DOMINOES IN BACK BAR; QUIZ
Games people play Anchor Gloucester Rd • Whether, football, cricket or rugby’s your game, you’ll find it on screen here. Richmond Gordon Rd, Clifton • Balance the coin on the lemon – trickier than it looks. King William King St • Pool, fussball, Jenga – it’s all good. Alma Tavern Alma Vale Rd • Bar billiards add to the gentleman’s club ambience (while the players tread the boards upstairs). Legendary football player Joe Jordan has dropped in too! Star & Dove St Luke’s Rd, Totterdown • Long-term plans are for a mini skittle alley, apparently.
LIVE MUSIC 6 DAYS A WEEK OPEN MIC NIGHT ON SUNDAYS PUB QUIZ ON TUESDAYS FREE ENTRY FRIDAYS! 10% discount on all food and alcohol with a valid NUS or Prom loyalty card ask at the bar for details
Open till 2am Friday and Saturday
Forget your soulless chain bars - we’re Bristol’s best independent music venue Check out events and listings at
www.theprom.co.uk or find us on Facebook!
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Purveyors of the ďŹ nest hog and lamb roasts for weddings, parties, festivals and corporate hospitality
All enquiries to: info@therollingroast.co.uk
www.therollingroast.co.uk
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MOTHERS’ RUIN 7-9 St Nicholas Street, BS1 1UE. Tel: 07546082009 • The ground floor’s a splitlevel boozer with a dive-bar vibe; tattoos and booths and checkerboard tiling. Upstairs there’s a snug gig space offering wildly varied live music most nights of the week. NOVA SCOTIA Nova Scotia Pl, Hotwells. Tel: 0117 929 7994 • Dockside drinking den with cosy bar and great alfresco seating. Pub grub includes hot and cold doorstop sarnies. MAPS AND SHIPS’ CHARTS USED AS WALLPAPER
pic: mark simmons
OLD CASTLE GREEN 46 Gloucester Lane, Old Market. Tel: 0117 330 9140. Web: www.oldcastlegreen.com • Busy little pub in Bristol’s gay village. OPEN TILL 4AM WEEKENDS, REGULAR ENTERTAINMENT
MINERS ARMS Mina Rd, St Werburghs. Tel: 0117 907 9874 • Popular locals’ hostelry (particularly with the nearby climbing club), with different rooms offering different moods.
OLD DUKE King St. Tel: 0117 927 7137. Web: www. theoldduke.com • Highly esteemed traditional jazz and blues pub hosting live music nine times weekly. Severn Jazzmen here 44 years!
NEARLY 30 CRISPS AND SNACK VARIETIES SOLD – A LOCAL RECORD?
ANNUAL JAZZ FESTIVAL AUG BANK HOLIDAY WEEKEND
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OLD ENGLAND Bath Buildings, Montpelier • Large community pub realising its enormous potential. Fine ales, bottles and spirits, pool, jukebox, coffee and crisps. PROBABLY THE UK’S ONLY PUB WITH ITS OWN CRICKET NETS, FORMERLY USED BY WG GRACE
OLD FISH MARKET Baldwin St. Tel: 0117 921 1515 • Former fish market, now a Fuller’s beauty considering itself the only city-centre boozer with regulars. Popular with sports fans. CHECK OUT THE DOCKSIDE MURAL
OLD MARKET TAVERN 29 Old Market St. Tel: 0117 922 6123. Web: www. omtbristol.co.uk • Bristol’s only gay pub serving real ale. Top Sunday roasts. Big BEER GARDEN
OLD TAVERN Blackberry Hill, Stapleton. Tel: 0117 965 0491 • Fine old boozer, much loved by its punters. Karaoke, bands, quiz, sport, top food and drink. HANDY FOR UWE, WITH CHOCCY IN THE FRIDGE
THE ORCHARD 12 Hanover Pl, Spike Island. Tel: 0117 926 2678 • Small one-bar pub 100m from a fascinating dry
dock. Around 20 ciders, meat raffles, quiz and, sometimes, morris dancers. FORMER CAMRA NATIONAL CIDER PUB OF THE YEAR
THE OSTRICH Lower Guinea St. Tel: 0117 927 3774 • Characterful, unspoiled dockside Courage house serving a fine pint of Wychwood, Kronie et al. SEATING OUTSIDE FOR 500 OVERLOOKING THE WATER
PENNY FARTHING 115 Whiteladies Rd. Tel: 0117 973 3539. Web: www.pennyfarthingclifton.co.uk • Traditional real-ale house with traditional pub grub and convivial punters mixing in former bank. Five beers on permanent discount. BANK CLERK CLOCKING-IN AREA STILL IN PLACE
PIPE & SLIPPERS 118 Cheltenham Rd. Tel: 0117 924 7711. Web: www. thepipeandslippers.com • Understatedly cool boozer/bar drawing all ages. Wholesome grub, eclectic drinks, top DJs. SISTER PUBS THE WINDMILL AND LAZY DOG SOUTH AND NORTH RESPECTIVELY
PORTCULLIS 3 Wellington Terrace, Clifton. Tel: 0117 908 5536
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one-roomer where all from 18-80 enjoy superbly kept ales and cut-above conversation amid cheery cosiness.
RUNNER-UP CAMRA BRISTOL PUB OF THE YEAR 2010
BARMAID LAURA WAS ONCE GIVEN A BUDDHA STATUE BY GRATEFUL PUNTERS
PRINCE OF WALES 5 Gloucester Rd. Tel: 0117 924 5552. Web: www. powbristol.co.uk • Most of your student loan could easily be spent at this mellow hangout with its organic food and drink and chilled crowd. COVERED, HEATED GARDEN FOR ALFRESCO DINING AND SMOKING
PRINCE OF WALES Stoke Lane, Westbury-on-Trym. Tel: 0117 962 3715. Web: www.princeofwales-butcombe.com • Popular with local sporting teams enjoying seven real ales plus homely grub. Savanna cider among the bottles. PURPOSE-BUILT SMOKING AREA WITH OUTDOOR TV
PUMP HOUSE Merchants Rd, Hotwells. Tel: 0117 927 2229. Web: www.the-pumphouse.com • Handsome dockside boozer in a striking former pump house. Awardwinning modern English cuisine – try the Bath chap.
NEW RICHMOND Gordon Rd, Clifton. Tel: 0117 923 7542 • Across from Bristol Uni SU offering smart surroundings and an impressive drinks array with food to boot. “Classy,” wrote our man. EXCELLENT NIGHTLY OFFERS AND LOYALTY CARD SCHEME
ROBIN HOOD’S RETREAT 197 Gloucester Rd, Bishopston. Tel: 0117 924 8639. Web: www.robinhoodsretreat.co.uk • Excellent service, up to eight ales on tap, decked garden out back. FEARSOME REPUTATION FOR RESTAURANT-QUALITY FOOD
ROSE OF DENMARK 6 Dowry Pl. Tel: 0117 940 5866 • Community pub: top food, drink and welcome create an all-inclusive atmosphere.
BEAUTIFUL DOCKSIDE SETTING
BIGGED-UP BY THE OBSERVER FOR ITS TOP FOOD AT TASTY PRICES
QUINTON HOUSE 2 Park Place, Clifton. Tel: 0117 909 3857 • Dinky
ROYAL OAK 385 Gloucester Rd. Tel: 0117 989 2522 • Award-
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RUMMER HOTEL All Saints Lane. Tel: 0117 929 0111. Web: www. therummer.co.uk • Extraordinarily diverse drink range. Undoubtedly classy but informal – a first-date safe bet. CHOICE OF AROUND 400 SPIRITS, WAGYU NIGHT QUARTERLY
SCOTCHMAN & HIS PACK 20 St Michael’s Hill. Tel: 0117 373 0138 • The veranda/roof terrace is a sun-catching delight – watch Bristol bustle by. ONE OF ONLY TWO PUBS NATIONALLY SO-NAMED (T’OTHER’S NEAR SHEFFIELD)
SEAMUS O’DONNELLS St Nicholas St. Tel: 0117 925 1283 • Genuine, very friendly Irish bar – a taste of Temple Bar in St Nicks Market and splendid pre-club meet-up point. TRY THE 70% POTEEN, IF YOU DARE
THE SHAKESPEARE Henry St, Totterdown. Tel: 0117 907 8818. Web: www.theshakey.co.uk • Traditional pub serving
five real ales and a warm welcome. JAMMING, POKER, QUIZZES, DJS, LIVE MUSIC
THE SHAKESPEARE TAVERN Prince St. Tel: 0117 929 7695 • Bristol’s oldest continually-licensed pub (since 1777) with food, drink, surroundings and atmosphere worthy of its Grade II-listed status. QUINTESSENTIALLY ENGLISH – AN ABSOLUTE BEAUTY
SHIP INN 7-9 Lower Park Row. Tel: 0117 929 4390 • Spread across many nooks and crannies over several floors. PIZZAS SERVED
SPORTSMAN Seymour Ave. Tel 0117 942 7525 • Sport fan central with lots of pool tables and numerous screens for showing the action all just a hefty six from Gloucestershire CCC HQ. FREE POOL MON 6-11PM
SPOTTED COW 139 North St, Southville. Tel: 0117 963 4433. Web: www.thespottedcowbristol.com • Funky yet friendly with fantastic drink, grub and DJs. Traditional boozer with a modern twist. GARDEN BIG ENOUGH TO KEEP SEVERAL FRIESIAN HERDS
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STAG AND HOUNDS 74 Old Market St. Tel: 0117 929 1407 • Seventeenth-century wonder with a recent upgrade bringing a roof terrace and cosy fire plus good food, ale – and times!
WALKABOUT 40 Corn St. Tel: 0117 930 0181. Web: www. walkabout.eu.com • Huge Australian theme bar in a converted bank, with a never-ending party atmosphere.
HIRE THE 17TH-CENTURY COURTROOM TO BE TREATED LIKE ROYALTY – OR CRIMINALS!
BIG TVS FOR SPORT
STAR & DOVE 75-78 St Luke’s Rd, Totterdown. Tel: 0117 300 3712. Web: www.thestaranddove.co.uk • Former Venue Top Banana winner which reopened in April. Six real ales, 20+ wines, Stella Black, decent back courtyard. HOMEMADE PORK SCRATCHINGS PLUS ‘PEASANTY’ GRUB
STAR & GARTER 33 Brook Rd, Montpelier. Tel: 0117 940 5552 • Lively, friendly, multicultural inner-city pub guaranteeing a warm welcome and a memorable experience. THE COOLEST REGGAE AND SKA SOUNDS ABOUND, WHETHER LIVE OR DJ-SPUN
SUGARLOAF 51 St Marks Rd, Easton. Tel: 0117 939 4498 • Traditional pub with pool tables. Top cider choices. A STONE’S THROW FROM STAPLETON ROAD STATION
TAP & BARREL 43 Dean Lane, Bedminster. Tel: 07530 431977 • Large, turn-of-the-century biker-friendly pub. Covered and heated smoking area. POOL, DARTS, DISCO, LIVE BANDS
THE THREE TUNS 78 St George’s Road, Hotwells. Tel: 0117 907 0689. Web: www.arborales.co.uk • A recently-ish renovated real ale pub that’s a dream for beer connoisseurs. VASTLY IMPROVED PROPER ALE PUB PAR EXCELLENCE
THUNDERBOLT 124 Bath Rd, Totterdown. Tel: 0117 373 8947. Web: www.thethunderbolt.net • Specialising in live music – with biggish names for a smallish place. HOUSED IN A HISTORIC TOLLBOOTH NEAR THE MONTMARTRE-LIKE THUNDERBOLT STEPS
THE VICTORIA Southleigh Rd, Clifton. Tel: 0117 974 5675 • Fisher Price-sized street-corner beauty (former Venue pub of the year) run by Bristol pub legends. Six real ales, tasty bar snacks, winter fires. UBER-RARE BELGIAN BEERS, QUIZZES WEEKLY, MONTHLY CRAP-PRIZE BINGO
THE VICTORIA 40 James St, St Werburghs • Part of St Werburghs’ very fabric. Alas, facing an uncertain future as we go to press. THE VICTORIA PARK 66 Raymend Rd, Victoria Pk. Tel: 0117 330 6043. Web: www.thevictoriapark.co.uk • Newly refurbished, offering fine local ales, excellent European lagers and cut-above kitchen fare. MMMMMMM! WOOD-FIRED PIZZAS MADE FRESH IN OUTDOOR CLAY OVEN
THE VITTORIA 57 Whiteladies Rd. Tel: 0117 329 1282 • Traditional boozer feel. Up to six real ales, (Tribute, Butcombe permanents). NAMED AFTER AN 1813 BATTLE
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THE WELLINGTON Gloucester Rd, Horfield. Tel: 0117 951 3022. Web: www.bathales.com • Grand Bath Ales biggie atop Gloucester Road with fine ales and food plus 20+ alfresco tables. THE MODERN AND THE TRADITIONAL COMBINE PERFECTLY
WESTBURY PARK TAVERN Northumbria Drive, Henleaze. Tel: 0117 962 4235 • Big and friendly, and handy for the rather wonderful Orpheus cinema. EXTERIOR WAS USED AS THE YOUNG ONES’ LOCAL, THE KEBAB & CALCULATOR
WHITE BEAR St Michaels Hill. Tel: 0117 904 9054. Web: www. whitebear-bristol.co.uk • Popular student hangout with free wi-fi, artists’ work displayed in classy interior and a natty courtyard. Restaurant-style food, quality ciders. WARDROBE THEATRE UPSTAIRS
WHITE HART Lower Maudlin St. Tel: 0117 926 8747 • Pieminister loveliness until evenings daily. Karaoke last Sat monthly. BOASTS THE COUNTRY’S OLDEST PUB CELLARS, DATING FROM 1190
WHITE LION Colston Ave. Tel: 0117 927 7744 • City-centre one-bar little ’un with quirky spiral staircase down to basement. BOASTS PART OF THE ORIGINAL CITY WALL
THE WINDMILL 14 Windmill Hill. Tel: 0117 963 5440. Web: www. thewindmillbristol.com • Community pub with jukebox, family room, wi-fi and tidy terrace. SISTER PUBS PIPE AND SLIPPERS AND LAZY DOG IF YOU FANCY A CROSS-CITY CRAWL
YE SHAKESPEARE 78 Victoria St • Old pub (circa 1636) with interesting architecture. Our man (and guest Charity) researched Cheeky Vimtos when dropping in. A HUMAN THIGH BONE WAS FOUND IN THE CELLAR WALL DURING RENOVATIONS IN 1950
Restaurants Afro-Caribbean BRISTOL PLANTATION CARIBBEAN BAR & RESTAURANT 223 Cheltenham Rd, BS6 5QP. Tel: 0117 907 7932. Web: www.plantationrestaurant.biz • There’s no stopping the gentle force that is Bev Forbes and her talented cooking team, celebrating the rich culinary heritage that fuses Spanish, French, African, Amerindian and Indian cuisine
with spectacular results. TUESDAY IS OPEN MIC NIGHT
RICE AND THINGS 120 Cheltenham Rd, BS6 5RW. Tel: 0117 924 4832. Web: www.riceandthings.co.uk • Proprietor Branatic ‘Chef’ Neufville shares the Jamaican cooking he learned from his grandma as a boy, his personality as generous as his portions, at breakfast, lunch and dinner. REGULAR EVENTS INCLUDE JAMAICA NIGHT; VISIT WEBSITE FOR DETAILS
American BATH CALIFORNIA KITCHEN The Podium, Northgate St, BA1 5AS. Tel: 01225 471471 • Crowd-pleasing café/restaurant offering curries, burgers, steaks and salads. FIREHOUSE ROTISSERIE 2 John St, BA1 2JL. Tel: 01225 482070, web: www. firehouserotisserie.co.uk • See Bristol listing. GARFUNKEL’S The Empire, Orange Grove, BA1 1LP. Tel: 01225 461465, web: www.garfunkels.co.uk • Branch of this nationwide chain specialising in loosely American-themed, family/tourist-friendly grub. PARTIALLY COVERED UPPER-LEVEL PATIO OFFERS ABBEY VIEWS
HUDSON BAR & GRILL 14 London St, BA1 5BU. Tel: 01225 332323. Web: www.hudsonbars.co.uk • This winner of a Venue Top Banana (Best Restaurant in Bath) and recipient of many glowing reviews offers a triedand-trusted formula of classic California-style combinations of pan-global flavours served in contempo-elegant surroundings. SUPERB STEAKS
TGI FRIDAY’S Unit 2a, Kingsmead, James St West, BA1 2BT. Tel: 01225 446929, web: www.tgifridays.co.uk • See Bristol listing.
BRISTOL BURGER JOINT 32 Cotham Hill, BS6 6LA. Tel: 0117 329 0887. Web: www.theburgerjoint.co.uk • Top-notch burgers made from top-notch ingredients alongside seasonal salads, mezzes, kebabs and weekend brunches including full English and kedgeree.
Music maestros Mother’s Ruin St Nicholas St • Club nights, bands, acoustic acts and DJs ensure the mother of all parties here. Old Duke King St • Don’t fear the jazz! Embrace its lack of rules and boundaries! Fall into a jazz trance. Star & Garter Brook Rd, Montpelier • Royally good reggae throughout the year (and the place to be found come St Pauls Carnival). Coronation Tap Sion Pl, Clifton • Among the country’s top six music boozers. Louisiana Bathurst Parade, Wapping Rd • The Strokes played here (not last night, mind).
VISIT THE WEBSITE FOR STUDENT DISCOUNT VOUCHERS
FIREHOUSE ROTISSERIE Anchor Sq, Harbourside, BS1 5DB. Tel: 0117 915 7323. Web: www.firehouserotisserie.co.uk • Californian cooking specialists, serving rotisserie chicken and lamb, LA-style pizza and spicy SW specials in a large, casual, rustic dining room overlooking Millennium Square. LARGE ALFRESCO TERRACE
FRANKIE & BENNY’S NEW YORK ITALIAN Unit SU 83b, Glass House, Cabot Circus, BS1 3NX. Tel: 0117 954 9800; The Venue, Merlin Rd, Cribbs Causeway, BS10 7SR. Tel: 0117 959 1180; Hengrove Leisure Park, Hengrove Way, BS14 0HR. Tel: 01275 834725; Aspects Leisure Park, Longwell Green, BS15 9LA. Tel: 0117 947 4680. Web: www.
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HONG KONG BISTRO 33 Southgate, BA1 1TP. Tel: 01225 318500/316088. Web: www.hongkongbistro.co.uk • Efficient little Beijing-style noodle bar offering an extensive, wallet-friendly selection of rice dishes, noodles, soups and sides.
Oriental delights at Dynasty
OCEAN PEARL Podium Shopping Centre, Northgate St, BA1 5AL. Tel: 01225 331238. Web: www.oceanpearlbath.co.uk • Serve yourself from a buffet selection offering a vast range of Far Eastern favourites, from soups and spring rolls to Chinese curries, vegetarian options, noodles, rice and desserts. ALL-INCLUSIVE ROCK-BOTTOM PRICES/ FILL-YOUR-OWN TAKEAWAY BOX LUNCH & DINNER
PANASIA ORIENTAL RESTAURANT & BAR 2 George St, BA1 2EH. Tel: 01225 481001 • Explore menus that travel from sushi to traditional Szechuan in super-glamorous surroundings. FABULOUS COCKTAILS
frankieandbennys.com • Italian and Americanthemed diner.
but buzzing atmosphere and authentic diner fare.
PROMOS AND DEALS ABOUND
BREAKFAST A SPECIALITY
GOURMET BURGER KITCHEN Glass Walk, Cabot Circus, BS1 3BT. Tel: 0117 927 9997; 74 Park St, BS1 5JX. Tel: 0117 316 9162. Web: www.gbk.co.uk • Freshly cooked, upmarket burgers served in surroundings to match.
TGI FRIDAY’S The Venue, Lysander Rd, Cribbs Causeway, BS10 7UB. Tel: 0844 692 0275. Web: www.tgifridays. co.uk • Classic American fare (ribs, nachos, burgers, steaks), cocktails, shooters etc. And the staff all introduce themselves to you by name.
JOIN THE GBK GANG ON THEIR WEBSITE.
HOOTERS Unit 2, Building 11, Harbourside, BS1 5SZ. Tel: 0117 930 0750. Web: www.hooters.co.uk • Chicken wings, burgers, salads etc served by scantily clad females in outfits reminiscent of American cheerleaders. SWIMSUIT CONTESTS AND THEMED EVENINGS
ROCOTILLOS 1 Queens Row, Triangle South, Clifton, BS8 1EZ. Tel: 0117 929 7207 • Cosy, much-loved, 1950sstyle American diner renowned for its laidback
VISIT WEBSITE FOR DEALS, PROMOS AND OFFERS
Chinese
BATH HON FUSION 25 Claverton Buildings, BA2 4LD. Tel: 01225 446020, web: www.honfusion.com • Seriously good, wallet-friendly, fully authentic Chinese food served up in a cosy bistro environment.
PEKING CHINESE 1-2 New St, Kingsmead Sq, BA1 2EF. Tel: 01225 461750/466377. Web: www. pekingrestaurantbath.co.uk • A timeless experience where menus revolve around traditional Cantonese, Szechuan and Peking classics. PEKING DUCK A SPECIALITY
REAL CHINA ORIENTAL BUFFET Unit 3, Kingsmead Leisure Complex, 5-10 James St West, BA1 2BZ. Tel. 01225 332677. Web: www.therealchina.co.uk • Contemporary, family-friendly eat-all-you-like Chinese buffet restaurant.
BRISTOL CATHAY RENDEZVOUS 30 King St, BS1 4DZ. Tel: 0117 934 9345/922 6161 (opening hrs only). Web: www.cathayrendezvous.com • Long-established, popular Far Eastern hotspot specialising in high-quality Cantonese, Szechuan and Mandarin cuisine, served within a gorgeous former Georgian townhouse. SUPER SUNDAY LUNCH BUFFET
CHEUNG KONG CHINESE 2b North View, Westbury Park, BS6 7QB. Tel:
0117 973 5165 • Friendly, family-run restaurant established over two decades ago and highly regarded for its quality Cantonese and Pekingese fare. COSMO 30 Triangle West, BS8 1ET. Tel: 0117 934 0999. Web: www.cosmo-restaurants.co.uk • Crowd-pleasing chain offering an eat-asmuch-as–you-like, fixed-price culinary voyage of discovery across nine pan-Asian countries. CHOCOLATE FOUNTAIN
DYNASTY 16a St Thomas St, Redcliffe, BS1 6JJ. Tel: 0117 925 0888, web: www.dynasty-bristol.co.uk • Classic Peking and Szechuan favourites, extremely popular with Bristol’s Chinese community. JADE PALACE 275-277 Two Mile Hill Rd, Kingswood, BS15 1AX. Tel: 0117 967 3851 • Relaxed, friendly neighbourhood Chinese diner. KOBE KARAOKE 2nd Floor, Nelson House, Nelson St, BS1 2JT. Tel: 07901 888882 • Contemporary takes on traditional Chinese dishes courtesy of expert chefs. KARAOKE UNTIL THE SMALL HOURS
MAYFLOWER 3a-5 Haymarket Walk, BS1 3LN. Tel: 0117 925 0555. Web: www.mayflower-bristol.co.uk • Brightly lit, no-frills, late-night eatery offering a huge menu focusing on regional specialities. NEW EMPEROR COURT 26 Portland St, Clifton Village, BS8 4JB. Tel: 0117 973 1522. Web: www.newemperorcourtrestaurant. co.uk • Long-established, family-run restaurant offering an extensive award-winning menu that highlights the very best Peking, Cantonese and Szechuan cuisine. SHANGHAI NIGHTS Nelson House, Nelson St, BS1 2JT. Tel: 0117 945 0505. Web: www.shanghainights.co.uk, www. shanghainightsexpress.co.uk • Stylish, elegant restaurant offering exquisite, authentic dim sum and modern takes on traditional Chinese dishes. LEGENDARY ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT DEAL
TALBOT & ANNIE’S KITCHEN Opposite Broadwalk Shopping Centre, 304 Wells Rd, Knowle, BS4 2QG. Tel: 0117 980 3888 • Sturdy
All ale! Quinton House Park Pl, Clifton • A spotless cellar helped bag the Bristol pub Top Banana in 2010. Top staff too. Victoria Southleigh Rd, Clifton • Uber rare Belgian beers brought back after Paul and Dee’s selfless research. Colston Yard Colston St • 45 bottled beers! Ensure you’ve clean socks on when ordering the Kwak. Old Fish Market Baldwin St • The full Fullers range in bottles and on tap includes that sublime Honey Dew, the UK’s leading organic beer. Rummer All Saints Lane • A beer-spotter’s paradise with similarly eclectic spirit offerings.
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MARKET Sawclose, BA1 1EY. Tel: 01225 330009. Web: www. marketbath.com • Lively, multifaceted affair with food that’s similarly accommodating: upmarket burgers, pizzas, steaks, salads and Medi-themed sharing platters. REGULAR LIVE MUSIC EVENTS; LARGE PARTIALLY COVERED TERRACE
OLIVE TREE Queensberry Hotel, 4-7 Russel St, BA1 2QF. Tel: 01225 447928. Web: www.thequeensberry.co.uk • The quality of food, generosity of portions and overall glamorous impact turn the Olive Tree experience into a memorable event. Chinese fare, plus steaks and – oddly enough – thoroughly decent full English breakfasts. WATER SKY BRISTOL Eastgate Oriental City, Eastgate Rd, Eastville, BS5 6XY. Tel: 0117 951 2888. Web: www.waterskybristol.com • Vast, opulent, 400-seater emporium offering an equally vast menu of traditional Cantonese cooking. VISIT WEBSITE FOR DINNER DANCE EVENTS & ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT DEALS
WONGS 12 Denmark St, St Pauls, BS1 5DQ. Tel: 0117 925 8883. Web: www.wongsrestaurantbristol.co.uk • Staggering range of super-cheffy Chinese dishes and set-menu options. ZEN HARBOURSIDE First Floor, Explore Lane, Millennium Sq, Harbourside, BS1 5TY. Tel: 0117 920 9372. Web: www.zenharbourside.co.uk • Cool, contemporary and stylish, specialising in regional cuisine drawn from more than 23 provinces in China.
English BATH BATHWICK BOATMAN Forester Rd, Bathwick, BA2 6QP. Tel: 01225 428844. Web: www.bathwickboatman.com • Tranquil surroundings and reliably decent, well-priced homemade grub to be enjoyed within the environs of the Victorian Bath Boating and Punting Station. SUNDAY LUNCH HOTSPOT
BOATHOUSE Newbridge Rd, Newbridge, BA1 3NB. Tel: 01225 482584. Web: www.sabrain.com/boathouse • Modern British menus adapt to all tastes, from light-bite lunches to full-on feasts. FABULOUS RIVERSIDE GARDEN
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CAVENDISH AT THE DUKES HOTEL Dukes Hotel, Great Pulteney St, BA2 4DN. Tel: 01225 787963. Web: www.dukesbath.co.uk • One of the finest fine-dining restaurants in Bath, where seasonal menus reflect the taste and variety of the very best British produce. CIRCUS CAFE & RESTAURANT 34 Brock St, BA1 2LN. Tel: 01225 466020. Web: www.thecircuscafeandrestaurant.co.uk • Chic contemporary bistro in the heart of Georgian Bath, serving morning coffee and elevenses, lunch, traditional teatime treats and full-on suppertime feasts. PAVEMENT TABLES
COSY CLUB Unit R4, SouthGate, BA1 1TP. Web: www.cosyclub. co.uk • An eclectically stylish, thoroughly chilled-out experience from breakfast to post-sunset supper via brunch, elevenses, light/substantial lunches, terrific tapas and scrumptious sweet treats. GASCOYNE PLACE 1 Sawclose, BA1 1EY. Tel: 01225 445854. Web: www. gascoyneplace.co.uk • Tasteful, easygoing cafébar/restaurant hybrid serving seasonal modern British delights and spiffing Sunday roasts. FREE LIVE JAZZ EVERY SUNDAY
HALL & WOODHOUSE 1-3 Old King St, BA1 2JT. Tel: 01225 469259. Web: www.hall-woodhousebath.co.uk • Contemporary merrymaking venture offering menus that cover all bases throughout the day, including excellent breakfasts and boisterous Sunday roasts. ROOFTOP RESTAURANT
HOLE IN THE WALL 16 George St, BA1 2EN. Tel: 01225 42524. Web: www.theholeinthewall.co.uk • Much-loved, longstanding Bath institution specialising in modern British grub at non-scary prices.
BROWNS Orange Grove, BA1 1LP. Tel: 01225 461199. Web: www.browns-restaurants.com • Stunning Georgian building playing host to a spacious, timelessly stylish 160-seater restaurant with alfresco veranda.
KOMEDIA CANTEEN 22-23 Westgate St, BA1 1EP. Tel: 0845 293 8480. Web: www.komedia.co.uk/bath • Lively contemporary diner attached to an entertainment pleasuredome.
BRUNEL’S AT THE ROYAL HOTEL Manvers St, BA1 1JP. Tel: 01225 463134. Web: www. royalhotelbath.co.uk • The Royal Hotel was designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel in 1846 and has traded ever since.
LIME LOUNGE 11 Margarets Buildings, BA1 2LP. Tel: 01225 421251. Web: www.limeloungebath.co.uk • Chic, charming, fully licensed café/bistro on one of the prettiest traffic-free lanes in Bath.
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SALLY LUNN’S 4 North Parade Passage, BA1 1NX. Tel: 01225 461634. Web: www.sallylunns.co.uk • One of Bath’s major tourist hotspots serving the good lady’s buns alongside historic English (and a bit of French) cuisine. LOCATED IN BATH’S OLDEST BUILDING
THEATRE VAULTS RESTAURANT Sawclose, BA1 1EY. Tel: 01225 442265, theatre: 01225 448844 • Atmospheric thesp hangout with a relaxing ambience and seasonal menus incorporating the seasonal ingredients. TRAMSHED Beehive Yard, BA1 5BD. Tel: 01225 421200. Web: www.thetramshedbath.co.uk • Modern British seasonal menus with Mediterranean influences. COVERED, HEATED ALFRESCO PATIO
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Best burgers Burger Joint 32 Cotham Hill, Bristol • Luxury, upper-crust, brilliant burgers that constitute a far less prosaic experience than that humble name suggests. Market Sawclose, Bath • Perfect burgers served with a basket of classic accessories to slaver all over your patty. Cowshed Whiteladies Rd, Bristol • A veritable meat feast courtesy of experts in the field.
BREWERS FAYRE BRISTOL CONCORDE Gloucester Rd North, Filton, BS34 7BR. Tel: 0870 0990 6456. Web: www.brewersfayre.co.uk • Friendly chain serving traditional pub food at value prices. BROWNS 38 Queens Rd, BS8 1RE. Tel: 0117 930 4777. Web: www.browns-restaurants.com • Longstanding, hugely popular café-bar/ restaurant institution serving a reliable blend of classic dishes with contemporary additions. INTERIOR MODELLED ON THE DOGE’S PALACE, VENICE
BRISTOL FASHION BEEFEATER The Haymarket, BS1 3LR. Tel: 0117 929 8953; Emersons Green, BS16 7AN. Tel: 0117 956 4755. Web: www.beefeater.co.uk • Big, contemporary pub/restaurant offering freshly chargrilled food prepared within sight of your table, updating the old Beefeater image. CARVERY COMPANY The Venue, Merlin Way, Cribbs Causeway, BS10 7SR. Tel: 0117 959 8272. Web: www.thecarverycompany. co.uk • Lively, independently owned 350-seater restaurant with a daily choice of three freshly cooked roasts alongside sturdy faves. CHIN! CHIN! BAR & KITCHEN 155 St Michaels Hill, BS2 8DB. Tel: 0117 973 9393. Web: www.chinchinbarkitchen.com • Café-bar-by-day,
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intimate, cosy restaurant with a bistro-style menu by night. CHOPHOUSE RESTAURANT & BAR Future Inn Cabot Circus Hotel, Bond St South, BS3 3EN. Tel 0845 094 5588. Web: www.futureinns. co.uk • Carnivorous satisfaction a go-go. UNIQUE MESQUITE WOOD CHIP-FUELLED GRILL
CLIFTON KITCHEN 112 Princess Victoria St, Clifton Village, BS8 4DB. Tel 0117 946 7870. Web: www.cliftonkitchen.com • Fresh, locally sourced, seasonal, contemporary modern British cuisine and a comfortable, relaxed, sociable dining experience. BYO (£3.50 CORKAGE CHARGE)
CLIFTON SAUSAGE 7-9 Portland St, Clifton Village, BS8 4JA. Tel: 0117 973 1192. Web: www.cliftonsausage.co.uk • Cosy Clifton Village haunt specialising in traditional and classic British dishes as well as its famous sausages. COWSHED 46 Whiteladies Rd, Clifton, BS8 2NH. Tel: 0117 973 3550. Web: www.thecowshedbristol.com • Contemporary British steakhouse majoring on local meat and game. VISIT WEBSITE FOR EARLY BIRD DEALS
ELLIPSE AT MERCURE BRIGSTOW HOTEL 5-7 Welsh Back, BS1 4SP. Tel: 0117 929 1030. Web: www.accorhotels.com • Relaxed and stylish, with superb views across the water and an AA rosette. Full English breakfast, light lunches, classy romantic dinners. FIFTY 50 Princess Victoria St, Clifton Village, BS8 4BZ. Tel: 07881 790302. Web: www. restaurantfifty.co.uk • Showcases the best of seasonal, locally produced foods and English classics in a fresh, modern environment. VISIT WEBSITE FOR DETAILS OF GOURMET FOOD CLUB
GALA CASINO BRISTOL HARBOURSIDE Explore Lane, Harbourside, BS1 5TY. Tel: 0117 906 9970. Web: www.galacasino.co.uk • Stylish, sophisticated, ultra-modern chargrill restaurant
specialising in grills, burgers, fish, pasta, salads and curries. EPERNAY CHAMPAGNE BAR & DESIGNER VODKA BAR
GRAZE BAR & CHOPHOUSE 63 Queen Sq, BS1 4JZ. Tel: 0117 927 6706. Web: www.bathales.co.uk • Central eatery serving uncomplicated English food, from beans on toast to oyster, chops, steaks and Sunday roasts. EXCELLENT ROASTS
GREENS’ DINING ROOM 25 Zetland Rd, BS6 7AH. Tel: 0117 924 6437. Web: www.greensdiningroom.com • Lovely, intimate neighbourhood bistro serving top-notch fare: mainly classic European/ modern British. LEISURELY BRUNCHES ON SATURDAY
JACKS BAR & BRASSERIE The Pavilion, 1 Hannover Quay, Harbourside, BS1 5JE. Tel: 0117 945 3990. Web: www. jacksbrasserie.co.uk • Small, independently owned chain of restaurants in waterfront locations in both Bristol and Portishead specialising in super-stylish contemporary British cuisine with a modern European twist. RACKS BAR & KITCHEN St Pauls Rd, Clifton, BS8 1LX. Tel: 0117 974 1626. Web: www.racks-bristol.co.uk • Longestablished, friendly, relaxed, cosmopolitan Clifton venue: enjoy anything from a pint and steak sandwich to a full-on foodie blow-out. CHECK WEBSITE FOR SPECIALS AND EVENTS
RIVER GRILLE AT THE BRISTOL HOTEL Prince St, BS1 4QF. Tel: 0117 923 0333. Web: www.doylecollection.com • Light, airy, welcoming quayside restaurant at the Bristol Hotel, using fine, fresh natural ingredients to conjure up classic dishes with a modern twist. RUNCIBLE SPOON 3 Nine Tree Hill, Stokes Croft, BS1 3SB. Tel: 0117 329 7645. Web: www.the-runciblespoon.com • Cooperative of four young
cooks and a gardener serving a modern British menu and an imaginative collection of ever-changing dishes. ZEST BISTRO Second Floor, House of Fraser, Cabot Circus, BS1 3BD. Tel: 0117 927 9395 • Stylish, licensed bar and restaurant within the House of Fraser department store.
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BATH ALFRESCO & VELLORE AT THE BATH SPA HOTEL Macdonald Bath Spa Hotel, Sydney Rd, BA2 6JF. Tel: 01225 444424. Web: www. macdonaldhotels.co.uk/bathspa • Choice of two quality restaurants within a supremely elegant five-star, seven-acre hotel and spa complex. BATH PRIORY HOTEL & RESTAURANT Weston Rd, BA1 2XT. Tel: 01225 331922. Web: www.thebathpriory.co.uk • Set in the city’s own version of LA’s Mulholland Drive and boasting a kitchen overseen by superchef Michael Caines, whose technically exacting classics executed with imaginative flourish are writ large. DOWER HOUSE AT THE ROYAL CRESCENT HOTEL Royal Crescent Hotel, 16 Royal Crescent, BA1 2LS. Tel: 01225 823333. Web: www. royalcrescent.co.uk • A paean to refined élan: you’re in the hands of a brigade of experts, but there’s not a whisper of snoot in sight. GREEN PARK BRASSERIE Green Park Station, BA1 1JB. Tel: 01225 338565. Web: www.greenparkbrasserie.com • Convivial Euro-style brasserie with alfresco, covered seating adding to the overall appeal. LIVE JAZZ, FREE WI-FI
.RAPHAEL Gascoyne House, Upper Borough Walls,
BA1 1RN. Tel: 01225 480042. Web: www. raphaelrestaurant.co.uk • Cosy, candlelit, contemporary bistro offering menus based around imaginative Medi-themed dishes. RITCHERS BISTRO & WINE BAR 2 The Wellsway, BA2 3AQ. Tel: 01225 480871 • Small, contemporary neighbourhood bistro and wine bar offering excellent breakfast options, light lunches and sturdier modern European fare at suppertime. TAPAS & WINE DEALS
RIVERSIDE CAFE 17 Argyle St (below Pulteney Bridge), BA2 4BQ. Tel: 01225 480532. Web: www. riversidecafebath.co.uk • Charming cafébar right on Pulteney Weir serving fabulous breakfasts, fresh, homecooked lunches and thoughtfully eclectic suppers. PAVEMENT TABLES
TILLEYS BISTRO 3 North Parade Passage, BA1 1NX. Tel: 01225 484200. Web: www.tilleysbistro.co.uk • Mix and match small, medium and large dishes paying homage to robust Mediterranean influences, with the odd twist on local regional classics. WOODS 9-13 Alfred St, BA1 2QX. Tel: 01225 314812. Web: www.woodsrestaurant.com • Upmarket but informal bistro serving affordable modern European classics.
BRISTOL A CAPPELLA 184c Wells Rd, Totterdown, BS4 2AL. Tel: 0117 971 3377. Web: www.acappellas.co.uk • A popular hangout for savvy locals in Totterdown and Knowle, this café by day morphs into a friendly BYO pizzeria by night. ARNOLFINI CAFE-BAR 16 Narrow Quay, BS1 4QA. Tel: 0117 917 2305. Web: www.arnolfini.org.uk • Light bites and good-value lunch deals on a Mediterranean theme at the heart of Bristol’s original arty HQ.
All-day dining Bath Côte Milsom Place • Classic French brasserie experience, jour et nuit. Hall & Woodhouse Old King St • Caters to your specific repast needs around the clock. Circus Cafe & Restaurant Brock St • Breakfast, elevenses, lunch, tea time, supper, dinner – what a Circus indeed!
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“Stunning East Asian food in big servings at small prices” The Observer Glasshouse Glasshouse (Level (Level 3), 3), Cabot Cabot Circus Circus Bristol BS1 3BX (Next Bristol BS1 3BX (Next to to Cinema Cinema De De Lux) Lux) Tel: Tel: 0117 0117 927 927 7008 7008
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BELL’S DINER 1 York Rd, Montpelier, BS6 5QB. Tel: 0117 924 0357. Web: www.bellsdiner.co.uk • Once experienced, chef/owner Chris Wicks and his team’s sophisticated style of cutting-edge, contemporary cooking won’t be forgotten. FANTASTIC TASTING MENU
BERWICK LODGE Berwick Drive, BS10 7TD. Tel: 0117 958 1590. Web: www.berwicklodge.co.uk • Stunning boutique restaurant with inspired chef Chris Wicks (Bell’s Diner, see above) at the helm: food – like the surroundings – is seductive and daring. BORDEAUX QUAY V-Shed, Canons Way, Harbourside, BS1 5UH. Tel: 0117 943 1200. Web: www.bordeaux-quay.co.uk • Truly unique, award-winning harbourside venture comprising a restaurant, brasserie, bar, wine bar, deli, bakery and cookery school. Daily changing menus. ECO-FRIENDLY TO THE CORE
BOSTON TEA PARTY 75 Park St, BS1 5PF. Tel: 0117 929 8601; 1 Princess Victoria St, Clifton Village, BS8 4HR . Tel: 0117 973 4790; 97 Whiteladies Rd, BS8 2NT. Tel: 0117 923 9571. Web: www.bostonteaparty.co.uk • Popular, laidback coffee house/cafe-bar/social hub/gallery serves original, rustic food – largely organic, free-range, Fairtrade and locally sourced. BRIDGE CAFÉ Avon Gorge Hotel, Sion Hill, Clifton Village, BS8 4LD. Tel: 0117 973 8955, café reservations: 0117 906 4652. Web: www.theavongorge.com • With one of the most spectacular backdrops in Bristol, this Gorge-side eatery focuses on modern British cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner. SET AGAINST ONE OF THE MOST SPECTACULAR BACKDROPS IN BRISTOL
BRISTOL BRIDGE 45-47 Baldwin St, BS1 1RA. Tel: 0117 922 1333 • Excellent steaks, fresh fish and grilled goodies all singing from the same Mediterraneaninspired hymn sheet. BYZANTIUM 2 Portwall Lane, BS1 6NB. Tel: 0117 922 1883. Web: www.byzantium.co.uk • Byzantium’s mix of grand food and exciting entertainment results in a nonstop exotic cabaret combining decadence with
wallet-friendly menus. THE STUFF OF LOCAL LEGEND
CITY CAFE Temple Way, BS1 6BF. Tel: 0117 910 2700. Web: www.citycafe.co.uk • Modern British menu within a contemporary hotel. COAL GRILL & BAR Glass House, Cabot Circus, BS1 3BX. Tel: 0117 954 4624. Web: www.coalgrillandbar.co.uk • Impeccable sourcing, friendly vibe, relaxed, modern brasserie-style grub. CULINARIA 1 Chandos Rd, Redland, BS6 6PG. Tel: 0117 973 7999. Web: www.culinariabristol.co.uk • Outof-this-world food at down-to-earth prices in an airy contemporary bistro run by legendary chef Stephen Markwick. DELI AND TAKEAWAY ATTACHED
DELMONICO 217 Gloucester Rd, Bishopston, BS7 8NN. Tel: 0117 944 5673. Web: www.delmonico.co.uk • Cosy but contemporary neighbourhood café-bar/restaurant serving locally sourced, imaginatively cooked food. ALFRESCO SEATING AND EARLY-EVE BARGAINS
FLINTY RED 34 Cotham Hill, BS6 6LA. Tel: 0117 923 8755. Web: www.corksof.com, www.flintyred.co.uk • Cross between a very fine wine bar, a tapas bar and a French deli: ingredients are flawless and locally sourced, and menus change twice daily. VISIT WEBSITE FOR DETAILS OF REGULAR FOOD- AND WINE-RELATED EVENTS
GLASSBOAT Welsh Back, BS1 4SB. Tel: 0117 929 0704. Web: www.glassboat.co.uk • Unique destination diner offering an award-winning combination of fresh, creative food and exquisite service. BERTHED IN THE HEART OF THE CITY’S HISTORIC DOCKS
GOLDBRICK HOUSE 67-69 Park St, BS1 5PB. Tel: 0117 945 1950. Web: www.goldbrickhouse.co.uk • Three floors of fabulously fashionable, elegant but informal eating and drinking opportunities. SIGN UP TO E-BULLETIN FOR REGULAR UPDATES AND OFFERS
H BAR BISTRO Colston Hall, Colston St, BS1 5AR. Tel: 0117 352 1153. Web: www.thehbar.co.uk • Set within the Colston Hall, this crisp, smart restaurant specialises in a unique array of Brazilian/Mediterranean fusion food. HARVEY NICHOLS SECOND FLOOR RESTAURANT & BAR Harvey Nichols, Philadelphia St, Cabot Circus, BS1 3BZ. Tel: 0117 916 8898. Web: www.harveynichols. com • Experience the ‘wow’ factor! HOTEL DU VIN & BISTRO Sugar House, Narrow Lewins Mead, BS1 2NU. Tel: 0117 925 5577. Web: www.hotelduvin.com • A winning mix of urban chic, urbane surroundings and menus rooted in classic, seasonal European cuisine. JUNIPER 21 Cotham Rd South, BS6 5TZ. Tel: 0117 942 1744. Web: www.juniperrestaurant.co.uk • Quiet, contemporary, cosy neighbourhood combining informality, individuality and excellent food. KILN AT THE RAMADA PLAZA HOTEL Ramada Plaza Hotel, Redcliffe Way, BS1 6NJ. Tel: 0117 926 0041. Web: www.ramadajarvis.co.uk • Contemporary bistro food on a Euro-centric theme in stylish surroundings. HOUSED IN THE SHELL OF A 17THCENTURY GLASS KILN
LIDO Oakfield Pl, Clifton, BS8 2BJ. Tel: 0117 933 9533. Web: www.lidobristol.com • 90-seat restaurant overlooking the pool serves fresh, rustic food, much of it grown locally, and cooked in an Italian wood-fired oven. SWIM & DINE DEAL
LIVING ROOM Building 11, Canons Way, Harbourside, BS1 5LF. Tel: 0117 925 3993. Web: www.thelivingroom.co.uk • Huge, split-level emporium offering menus that waltz from lunchtime light bites and hearty but humble home-comfort dishes to full ALC.
All-day dining Bristol Aqua Italia Whiteladies Rd • La dolce vita from colazione to ora di cena. Urban Wood Colston St • At your service from boisterous breakfasts/brunch time all the way through to sturdy suppers. Racks Bar & Kitchen St Pauls Rd • A lively, loveable sunrise to post-sunset experience.
LOCKSIDE 1 Brunel Lock Rd, Cumberland Basin, BS1 6XS. Tel: 0117 925 5800. Web: www.lockside.net • The building looks really cool – an Edward Hopper diner in the shadow of the Create Centre – and quality ingredients, fresh produce and excellent value characterize the cuisine. ALFRESCO TERRACE
Juniper: cosy informality and excellent food
MARRIOTT ROYAL HOTEL College Green, BS1 5TA. Tel: 0117 925 5100. Web: www.bristolmarriottroyal.co.uk • Breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea, a very stylish sundowner or a full-on contemporary fine dining experience, all under one very elegant roof. CHAMPAGNE BAR
MEZZALUNA 81 West St, Bedminster, BS3 3NU. Tel: 0117 953 2069. Web: www.mezzalunarestaurant.co.uk • Large, family-run venture with a Turkish twist, serving hearty breakfasts and lunches, morphing into a softly-lit affair at night. MOREISH 6 Chandos Rd, Redland, BS6 6PE. Tel: 0117 970 6078. Web: www.moreishrestaurant.co.uk • Lovely neighbourhood bistro with informal, relaxed service: food is modern European,
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In the heart of the City dine at reasonable prices in a contemporary atmosphere. A FAVOURITE WITH STUDENTS WHO GET A 15 % DISCOUNT • 15% DISCOUNT ON TAKEAWAYS • Open Mon-Thu 6pm-1.30am, Fri-Sat 6pm-2am, Sun 5.30pm-12.30am 4a Argyle Street, Bath Tel: 01225 462323 or 01225 442955
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locally sourced where possible, with plenty of choice for carnivores and vegetarians. MUD DOCK 40 The Grove, Harbourside, BS1 4RB. Tel: 0117 934 9734. Web: www.mud-dock.com • Uber-cool combination of bike emporium and chilled gastro hangout: Spanish-inspired fare includes tapas and rustic, filling mains. HUGE ALFRESCO TERRACE
MUSET BY RONNIE 16 Clifton Rd, BS8 1AF. Tel: 0117 973 7248. Web: www.ronnies-restaurant.co.uk • Modern European menu from the man behind the award-winning Ronnie’s in Thornbury. NO.4 Rodney Hotel, 4 Rodney Pl (off Clifton Down Rd), BS8 4HY. Tel: 0117 973 5422. Web: www. numberfourrestaurant.co.uk • Charming, laidback, friendly restaurant housed in a beautiful Georgian building and offering highquality traditional and contemporary Anglo/ French/European cuisine. OLIVE SHED Princes Wharf, Harbourside, BS1 4RN. Tel: 0117 929 1960, web: www.theoliveshed.com • Lovely, Mediterranean-infused restaurant/ café-bar/deli where sturdy, classic European faves proliferate on the accessible, peoplepleasing menu. PICTURE HOUSE EAST 85 Whiteladies Rd, Clifton, BS8 2NT. Tel 0117 973 9302. Web: www.thepicturehouse.eu TIKI AT THE PICTURE HOUSE 44 Whiteladies Rd, Clifton, BS8 2NH. Tel: 0117 973 9302/1529. Web: www.thepicturehouse.eu • Upper-crust Mediterranean-inspired menus offer a vibrant, impeccably sourced range of options at Picture House, while Tiki offers a wide selection of cocktails alongside real ales and 30 wines available by the glass to accompany all-day menus focusing largely on the chargrilled skewers; well-designed food executed with skill and served with care summarises the overall experience at either branch. PUMP HOUSE Merchants Rd, Hotwells, BS8 4PZ. Tel: 0117 927 2229. Web: www.the-pumphouse.com • Pumps out fabulous food in both its upstairs restaurant and ground-floor bar. TASTING MENU
Very fyne indeed: sustainably-sourced seafood at Loch Fyne
RIVERSTATION The Grove, Harbourside, BS1 4RB. Tel: 0117 914 4434. Web: www.riverstation.co.uk • One of the city’s most cosmopolitan dining experiences: menus are an innovative, eclectic mix of modern European and world cuisines, plus classic faves. ALFRESCO DECKING AND TERRACES
SEVERNSHED The Grove, Harbourside, BS1 4RB. Tel: 0117 925 1212. Web: www.severnshedrestaurant. co.uk • Spacious waterfront restaurant teamed with the Coal Grill & Bar chain (see listing above) to successful effect: chargrilled cuisine, excellent tapas and superb cocktails. ALFRESCO BALCONY
SPYGLASS BARBECUE & GRILL Welsh Back, Harbourside, BS1 4SB. Tel: 0117 927 7050. Web: www.spyglassbristol.co.uk • Housed in a converted barge and famous for its barbie and wood-fired pizzas. Very busy: especially when the sun’s out. ALFRESCO OPPORTUNITIES OVERLOOKING THE WATERFRONT
SQUARE KITCHEN 15 Berkeley Sq, Clifton, BS8 1HB. Tel: 0117 921 0455. Web: www.thesquareclub.com • Stylish, unstuffy members’ club, restaurant and art gallery offering quality cuisine of the highest order, with occasional forays into more exotic delicacies. STABLES BISTRO Ashton Court, Long Ashton, BS41 9JN. Tel: 0117 953 1800 • Intimate dining destination serving lunchtime meals, burgers, risottos, pastas and a superb Sunday roast. TIKI AT THE PICTURE HOUSE 44 Whiteladies Rd, Clifton, BS8 2NH. Tel: 0117 973 1529. Web: www.tikibristol.com • See Picture House East, above. TYRELLS AT THE GRAND The Grand, 53-58 Broad St, BS1 2EL . Tel: 0871 376 9042. Web: www.thistle.com • Innovative European and British cuisine. URBAN WOOD 90 Colston St, BS1 5BB. Tel: 0117 929 3627. Web: www.theurbanwood.com • Daily-changing menu with a full English
available at any time of day, and big, tasty burgers that come with homemade chips and fresh salad. AT THE HEART OF CHRISTMAS STEPS ARTS QUARTER
VILLAGER 35-36 Church Rd, Westbury-on-Trym, BS9 3EQ. Tel: 0117 950 0373. Web: www.villagerrestaurant.co.uk • Charming little restaurant offering a relaxed, friendly, intimate atmosphere for dinners and Sunday lunch, with modern English, French and Mediterranean influences leading the way. WATERSHED CAFE-BAR 1 Canons Rd, BS1 5TX. Tel: 0117 927 5101. Web: www.watershed.co.uk • Upbeat, trendy social hub within a lively arts-related complex, serving predominately Mediterranean/ European-influenced organic, free-range delights. ZAZU’S KITCHEN 45 Jamaica St, Stokes Croft, BS2 8JP. Tel: 0117 923 2233. Web: www.zazuskitchen.com • Quirky corner cafe/restaurant with a loyal fan base offering a menu seething with Mediterranean influences. Breakfast, coffee and pastries to go. ZERODEGREES 53 Colston St, BS1 5BA. Tel: 0117 925 2706. Web: www.zerodegrees.co.uk • Unique drinking and dining experience that brews award-winning beers on site, known for its kilo pots of fresh mussels and fine gourmet pizzas.
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BATH LOCH FYNE 24 Milsom St, BA1 1DG. Tel: 01225 750120. Web: www.lochfyne.com • See Bristol listing. ONEFISHTWOFISH 10a North Parade, BA2 4AL. Tel: 01225 330236. Web: www.onefishtwofishbath.co.uk • Impeccable sourcing and sustainability are writ large in this atmospheric subterranean enclave.
Night owls Renato’s King St, Bristol • This characterful, muchloved thesp hangout is happy to sling a perfect, freshly baked pizza just for you all the way up until midnight at weekends. Premier Argyle St, Bath • Traditional curry house taking orders all the way up until half past midnight (Sun-Thur) and 1am Fri-Sat. Kathmandu Colston St, Bristol • Relatively late last-order times for such an elegant experience: 10pm Mon-Thur, 10.30pm Fri-Sat.
BRISTOL FISHERS 35 Princess Victoria St, Clifton Village, BS8 4BX. Tel: 0117 974 7044. Web: www.fishers-restaurant. com • Informal, friendly little fish restaurant with a delightful, imaginative menu. LOCH FYNE Queen Charlotte St, Welsh Back, BS1 4HQ. Tel: 0117 930 7160. Web: www.lochfyne.com • Topnotch chain specialising in reliably high-quality and sustainably sourced fish and shellfish at competitive prices. ROCKFISH GRILL & SEAFOOD MARKET 128 Whiteladies Rd, BS8 2RS. Tel: 0117 973 7384. Web: www.rockfishgrill.co.uk • Fresh fish is very much on the menu at this stylish, informal, relaxed eatery, seafood market and cookery school.
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Bengal Brasserie Long established Indian Restaurant in the centre of Bath Renowned for quality food. 10% Discount for Take away 15% Discount for Students Special Lunch ÂŁ6.75 Open Daily including holidays 32 Milsom Street, Bath, BA1 1DG Tel: 01225 447906 / 428773 www.bengalbrasseriebath.com
33 St Stephens Street, Bristol BS1 1JX (0117) 9273221
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BATH BEAUJOLAIS BISTRO BAR 5 Chapel Row (off Queen Sq), BA1 1HN. Tel: 01225 423417. Web: www.beaujolaisbath.co.uk • Restaurant, bar, wine shop and longstanding social institution offering menus based around super-competent Gallic delights. BISTRO LA BARRIQUE 31 Barton St, BA1 1HG. Tel: 01225 463861. Web: www.bistrolabarrique.co.uk • See Bristol listing. COURTYARD GARDEN; PAVEMENT TERRACE
BRASSERIE GERARD The Empire, Grand Parade, BA2 4DF. Tel: 01225 461140. Web: www.brasseriechezgerard.co.uk • Part of a UK-wide franchise delivering all-day dining in bright, breezy surroundings, with Franglais menus acknowledging the influence of Moroccan cookery. CAFÉ ROUGE 15 Milsom St, BA1 1DE. Tel: 01225 462368. Web: www.caferouge.co.uk • See Bristol listing. CASANIS 4 Saville Row, BA1 2QP. Tel: 01225 780055. Web: www.casanis.co.uk • Super-pretty authentic French bistro. GORGEOUS PRIVATE GARDEN
CÔTE 27 Milsom Pl, BA1 1BZ. Tel: 01225 335509. Web: www.cote-restaurants.co.uk • See Bristol listing.
Bristol ALFRED’S 40 Alfred Pl, High Kingsdown, BS2 8HD. Tel: 0117 944 3060. Web: www.alfredsbistro.co.uk • A friendly, charming French bistro experience. BISTRO LA BARRIQUE 225 Gloucester Rd, BS8 7NR. Tel: 0117 944 5500. Web: www.bistrolabarrique.co.uk • Celeb chef Michel Lemoine’s charming urban Authenic Mediterranean flavours at Entelia (see p.96)
bistro offering people-pleasing menus largely comprising a wide range of French-style tapas. ALSO HAS A BRANCH IN BATH
BRASSERIE BLANC Quakers Friars, Cabot Circus, BS1 3BF. Tel: 0117 910 2410. Web: www.brasserieblanc.com • Raymond Blanc’s relaxed, stylish 140-seat restaurant serves French classic and modern dishes at decent prices. CAFÉ ROUGE Unit SU51A, Cabot Circus, BS1 3BD. Tel: 0117 954 4808; 85 Park St, BS1 5PJ. Tel: 0117 929 2571; Unit R4, The Mall, Cribbs Causeway, BS10 7TG. Tel: 0117 950 8730. Web: www.caferouge. co.uk • Lively, upmarket French-themed cafébar/brasserie/restaurant franchise serving high-quality food, from morning coffee and continental pastries right through to dinner. CÔTE 27 The Mall, Clifton Village, BS8 4JG. Tel: 0117 970 6779. Web: www.cote-restaurants.co.uk • Successful chain with an independent feel and a solid reputation for freshly prepared French classics at great-value prices.
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GIRAFFE Glass House, Cabot Circus, BS1 3BX. Tel: 0117 930 0603. Web: www.giraffe.net • Feel-good, spreading-the-love, world-music-playing chain. VISIT WEBSITE FOR WALLET-FRIENDLY DEALS & OFFERS
HUONG QUE 209 Gloucester Rd, Bishopston, BS7 8NN. Tel: 0117 373 8882 • A satisfyingly authentic continentspanning experience. IROKO 27-29 Midland Rd, St Philips, BS2 0JT. Tel: 0117 329 4462 • Nigerian food features dishes such as spiced cow’s foot, stewed beans and ‘soups’ plus yam and rice dishes. PREVIEW BUFFET BAR The Venue, Merlin Rd, Cribbs Causeway, BS10 7SR. Tel: 0117 959 8282. Web: www.previewbuffetbar. co.uk • Pay the bargain set price before helping yourself to everything from soups, salad, pizza, pasta, grills and oriental wok dishes to burgers, traditional English roasts and desserts. RACKS BAR & KITCHEN St Pauls Rd, Clifton, BS8 1LX. Tel: 0117 974 1626. Web: www.racks-bristol.co.uk • Long-established, friendly, cosmopolitan Clifton hotspot serving an upmarket, eclectic mix of all kinds of everything on all-day, crowd-pleasing menus.
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SASPARILLA 65 Whiteladies Rd, BS8 2LY. Tel: 0117 973 0574. Web: www.sasparillabristol.co.uk • Upmarket and stylish cocktail bar serving ribs, burgers, pasta or fish, with plenty of veggie options.
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SOUK KITCHEN 277 North St, Southville, BS3 1JP. Tel: 0117 966 6880. Web: www.soukkitchen.co.uk • Community-minded restaurant serving vibrant Middle Eastern dishes made from local, seasonal ingredients.
GIRAFFE 8 Dorchester St, BA1 1SS. Tel: 01225 463333. Web: www.giraffe.net • See Bristol listing. JIMMY SPICE’S 6 Dorchester St, BA1 1SS. Tel: 01225 426802. Web: www.jimmyspices.co.uk • Eighth in an ever-expanding national chain bringing together the flavours of Thailand, China, India, Mexico, Italy and Japan.
BRISTOL BACCHUS 59 Apsley Rd, Clifton, BS8 2SW. Tel: 0117 973 4892 • Lush all-day breakfasts, groovy lunches and splendid early suppers, alongside an excellent wine list. ALL-WEATHER TERRACE
STUDIO ONE AT CINEMA DE LUX Showcase Cinema de Lux, Glass House, Cabot Circus, BS1 3BX. Tel: 0117 910 0091 • Restaurant and full-service bar within Cinema de Lux. SURAKHAN 52 Park Row, BS1 5LH. Tel: 0117 929 0806 • Wholly authentic Korean grub. TIKI 44 Whiteladies Rd, Clifton, BS8 2NH. Tel: 0117 973 1529. Web: www.tikibristol.com • All-day menus focusing on chargrilled skewers of unusual meats, seafood and vegetables with an exotic South Pacific theme.
Voracious vegetarians Cafe Maitreya St Marks Rd, Bristol • Award-winning, utterly fabulous meat-free feasts. demuths North Parade Passage, Bath • This longstanding, highly acclaimed veggie/vegan hotspot continues to go from strength-to-strength. Yum Yum Thai Park St, Bristol/Kingsmead Sq, Bath • OK, so the Yum Yum isn’t strictly veggie only, but the tofu substitutions at this terrific Thai canteen are tasty enough to drag even the most committed carnivore across to the path of face-free righteousness.
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greek & Turkish BATH MARMARIS 4-5 Grand Parade, BA2 4AN. Tel: 01225 461946 • Longstanding Turkish taverna serving Mediterranean-themed ‘classics’ on a mezze/ moussaka theme. ALSO AN EXTREMELY POPULAR TAKEAWAY
OPA 14 North Parade, BA2 4AJ. Tel: 01225 317900. Web: www.opabath.com • Contempo-glam Greek
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BRISTOL EL BAHDJA 39 Stokes Croft, BS1 3PY. Tel: 07859 009128 • Delicious Mediterranean food with a strong Greek influence. ENTELIA 50 Whiteladies Rd, BS8 2NH. Tel: 0117 946 6793. Web: www.entelia.co.uk • Charming contemporary Greek taverna serving up authentic Mediterranean flavours. EZO 6 The Promenade, Gloucester Rd, BS7 8AL. Tel: 0117 944 2005. Web: www.ezo.org.uk • Small, usually busy and unremittingly cheerful Turkish bistro, with an extensive menu with nice vegetarian options alongside traditional dishes. ALFRESCO AREA
GRECIAN KEBAB HOUSE 2 Cromwell Rd, St Andrews, BS6 5AA. Tel: 0117 942 3456 • Friendly restaurant, serving up Greek dishes, blackboard specials and live music. OZ 4 Triangle South, Clifton, BS8 1EY. Tel: 0117 927 3097. Web: www.ozrestaurant.co.uk • Smart, unpretentious Turkish restaurant with a range of set meals, interesting ALC selection and creative ethnic cuisine. OZ? NO, THE NAME IS PRONOUNCED ‘URZ’!
TANTAN Unite House, Frogmore St, BS1 5NA. Tel: 0117 934 6695. Web: www.tantanbristol.co.uk • Friendly, fun and exceedingly authentic, wallet-friendly Moroccan grub served in smart, pristine surroundings. ALFRESCO SEATING; SHISHA PIPES
Indian & nepalese BATH BENGAL BRASSERIE 32 Milsom St, BA1 1DG. Tel: 01225 447906. Web: www.bengalbrasseriebath.com • Popular restaurant offering an extensive trip through the very best curry-house flavours.
BOOJON TANDOORI 28 Charles St, BA1 1HU. Tel: 01225 429429/429529. Web: www.boojontandoori. com • Contemporary Indian diner offering a very warm welcome.
Rajpoot: regional Indian specialities in stylish surroundings
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CURRY MAHAL 31 Belvedere, Lansdown Rd, BA1 5HR. Tel: 01225 789666/789501. Web: www.currymahal.net • Popular, friendly traditional neighbourhood curry house with a longstanding reputation for upper-crust grub. DESH 10 Chelsea Rd, BA1 3DU. Tel: 01225 314413/463388 • Busy, popular, friendly, inexpensive neighbourhood Indian eatery. BYO
EASTERN EYE 8a Quiet St, BA1 2JS. Tel: 01225 422323/466401. Web: www.easterneye.co.uk • Award-winning and celeb-endorsed restaurant with a vast and suitably bling-laden menu. JAFLONG 78-79 Lower Bristol Rd, BA2 3BG. Tel: 01225 330144 • Authentic, multi-regional Indian sub-continent food in contemporary surroundings. JAMUNA 9-10 High St (entrance in Cheap St), BA1 5AQ. Tel: 01225 464631. Web: www.jamuna-cuisine. com • Old-school Indian restaurant with no pretensions towards anything else, offering a fairly compact menu. MOUCHUCK 136 Wells Rd, BA2 3AH. Tel: 01225 333449. Web: www.cityofbath.co.uk/mouchuck • Straightforward, unfussy neighbourhood BYO curry canteen offering a solid range of very reasonably priced options.
renowned for balti/curry favourites and the latest last-order time in Bath. RAJPOOT 4 Argyle St, BA2 4BA. Tel: 01225 466833/464758. Web: www.rajpoot.com • Multi award-winning, upmarket, highly recommended. YAK YETI YAK 12 Pierrepont St, BA1 1LA. Tel: 01225 442299. Web: www.yakyetiyak.co.uk • Laidback, authentic Nepalese, Guardian food critic-endorsed, flavoursome, funky experience.
BRISTOL AHMED’S CURRY CAFE 1e Chandos Rd, Redland, BS6 6PG. Tel: 0117 946 6466/973 5800. Web: www.ahmedscurrycafe. co.uk • Fresh, GM-free food prepared in an open kitchen.
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PANAHAR 8 Moorland Rd, Oldfield Park, BA2 3PL. Tel: 01225 471999/471899. Web: www.panaharbath. co.uk • Lively, popular Indian eatery serving downhome, traditional Indian food, competently cooked.
AL’S TIKKA GRILL 33 Ashton Rd, Ashton, BS3 2EG. Tel: 0117 985 3016/953 5950 • Working man’s cafe by day turns into cosy, candlelit Indian BYO bistro by night.
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BOMBAY SPICE 10 The Mall, Clifton Village, BS8 4DR. Tel: 0117 970 6066 • Fresh, modern and featuring an extensive menu celebrating the regional diversity of Indian cooking.
PREMIER 4a Argyle St, BA2 4BA. Tel: 01225 462323/442955 • Indian bistro and balti house
HUGE LOCAL FANBASE
BRISTOL RAJ 36 Alma Vale Rd, Clifton, BS8 2HS. Tel: 0117 973 1414/923 7969. Web: www.bristolraj. co.uk • Warm, inviting contemporary Indian diner. BRUNEL RAJ 6-7 Waterloo St, Clifton Village, BS8 4BT. Tel: 0117 973 2641. Web: www.brunelraj. co.uk • Popular and award-winning, intimate Indian eatery serving upmarket Indian food. CURRY HOUSE 393 Bath Rd, Brislington, BS4 3EU. Tel: 0117 977 9090. Web: www.curryhouse-bristol. co.uk • Cool, elegant surroundings perfectly complement the traditional Indian dishes and contemporary versions thereof. TAKEAWAY & DELIVERY
DEV’S KERALA 180 Gloucester Rd, Bishopston, BS7 8NU. Tel: 0117 924 5555. Web: www.devskerala.co.uk • Smart, unpretentious Indian specialising in southern Indian cuisine. EASTERN SPICE 269 Two Mile Hill Rd, Kingswood, BS15 1AX. Tel: 0117 935 2335. Web: www.easternspice.co.uk • Delightful neighbourhood curry house, offering great food at ridiculously cheap prices. EASTERN TASTE 94 St Marks Rd, Easton, BS5 6JH. Tel: 0117 952
Push the boat out in Bristol Bells Diner York Rd • An unforgettably imaginative, sensual gourmet experience. Casamia High St, Westbury-on-Trym • Michelin-starred, triple AA rosette-awarded perfection. Glassboat Welshback • Perennially popular, highly acclaimed destination dining at its exquisite best. Float on!
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0718. Web: www.easterntaste.co.uk • Friendly and popular, with a warm community vibe and bargain-basement prices for top-notch fare. GANESHA 54-56 Bedminster Parade, BS3 4HS. Tel: 0117 953 3990. Web: www.ganeshaindiancuisine. com • Small, independent, family-run venture offering authentic Indian cuisine from all corners of the subcontinent via a menu that’s a million miles away from your average curry house.
MYRISTICA 51 Welsh Back, BS1 4AN. Tel: 0117 927 2277. Web: www.myristica.co.uk • Spiffing eatery specialising in authentic, regional-specific Indian food, from traditional street food/beach snacks to full-on Raj cuisine. COOKERY SCHOOL
HAPPY HOUR DEALS
OH! CALCUTTA! INDIAN KITCHEN 216 Cheltenham Rd, BS6 5QU. Tel: 0117 924 0458. Web: www.ohcalcutta.co.uk • Buzzing, informal canteen-style dining and top-notch Indian food in chic, modernist surroundings.
GANGES 368 Gloucester Rd, Horfield, BS7 8TP. Tel: 0117 924 5234/942 8505. Web: www.gangesbristol. co.uk • Long-established and serving authentic Indian food from a menu focusing on the three main regions through which the River Ganges flows.
OLD INDIA 34 St Nicholas St, BS1 1TG. Tel: 0117 922 1136. Web: www.oldindia.co.uk • Rather special restaurant, remarkable both for its setting and its highclass menu: the real cuisine of the mogul kings, mixed with contemporary-style avant-garde Indian fare.
INDIAN SUMMER 27 Badminton Rd, Downend, BS16 6BB. Tel: 0117 957 5550. Web: www.indiansummer.me • Licensed, contemporary Indian restaurant, serving up gorgeously prepared, authentic specialities.
ONE STOP THALI CAFE 1 William St, Totterdown, BS3 4TU. Tel: 0117 933 2955; 64-66 St Marks Rd, Easton, BS5 6JH. Tel: 0117 951 4979; 12 York Rd, Montpelier, BS6 5QE. Tel: 0117 942 6687; 1 Regent St, Clifton Village, BS8 4HW. Tel: 0117 974 3793. Web: www. thethalicafe.co.uk • Ever-expanding innovative local fixture with a friendly, community, right-on vibe and simple, fresh, homemade food based on traditional Punjabi thali.
KASHMIR 15 High St, Easton, BS5 6DX. Tel: 0117 952 0004. Web: www.kashmirrestaurant.co.uk • Delicious food in a classily distinctive restaurant: excellent veggie options and fabulous specials. KATHMANDU Colston Tower, Colston St, BS1 4XN. Tel: 0117 929 4455. Web: www.kathmandu-curry.com • Family-run restaurant offering ALC Nepalese dining with traditional seafood dishes a speciality alongside excellent vegetarian and vegan options. KOHI NOOR 211 Whiteladies Rd, Clifton, BS8 2XS. Tel: 0117 973 3823. Web: www.kohinoorbristol.co.uk • Run by an award-winning team, Kohi Noor doesn’t disappoint: southern Indian classics include Rajasthani specialties. KRISHNA’S INN 4 Byron Pl, The Triangle, Clifton, BS8 1JT. Tel: 0117 927 6864. Web: www.keralagroup.co.uk • Part of a small, family-owned chain, offering a light and healthy take on the cuisine of the Kerala region of southern India at exceedingly wallet-friendly prices. LAL JOMI PAVILION 2 Harcourt Rd (off Coldharbour Rd), Redland, BS6 7RG. Tel: 0117 942 1640. Web: www.laljomi. co.uk • Excellent, much-loved traditional Indian restaurant. MADRAS EXPRESS 223 North St, BS3 1JJ. Tel: 0117 966 9008. Web: www.madras-express.co.uk • Small family restaurant offering freshly prepared food. WEBSITE OFFERS
MASALA CAFE 2 Jacobs Wells Rd, BS8 1EA. Tel: 0117 930 4194. Web: www.ahmedsmasalacafe.co.uk • Old India meets the new world here to great success as friendly staff serve excellent grub at knockdown prices.
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RAJ BARI 183 Hotwell Rd, BS8 4SA. Tel: 0117 922 7617. Web: www.rajbaribristol.co.uk • Contemporary Indian restaurant providing a distinct and classy dining experience. RAJ TANDOORI King St, BS1 4DZ. Tel: 0117 929 1132. Web: www.raj-bristol.co.uk • Snug, friendly, long-established restaurant, with tradcontemporary menus and an exceedingly warm welcome. EARLY BIRD MENU SUN-FRI
RAJPOOT 52 Upper Belgrave Rd, Clifton, BS8 2X. Tel: 0117 973 3515. Web: www.rajpootrestaurant.co.uk • Smart, sophisticated restaurant offering the ultimate in luxury and comfort and menus embracing the principal regions of India. ROSHNI 63 High St, Westbury-on-Trym, BS9 3ED. Tel: 0117 985 9999. Web: www.roshnibristol.co.uk • An authentic taste of India: elegant eat-in options plus takeaway service. SHEESH MAHAL 13a Gloucester Rd, BS7 8AA. Tel: 0117 942 2942. Web: www.sheeshmahalbristol.com • Popular Indian restaurant serving a traditional range of dishes to a mix of students, businesspeople and post-pub revellers. SPICE OF INDIA 13 Small St, BS1 1DE. Tel: 0117 929 9222 • Simple, comfortable restaurant with an extensive menu concentrating on dishes from Bangladesh and other parts of the Indian subcontinent. TIKKA FLAME South Building, Anchor Sq, Canons Rd, BS1 5UH. Tel: 0117 316 9393. Web: www.tikkaflame.co.uk
• Authentic Indian and Pakistani cuisine in a stylish, lively contemporary Indian brasserie. WEBSITE OFFERS
TUrmeric 775 Fishponds Rd, BS16 3BS. Tel: 0117 965 0022 • Stylish 40-seater restaurant providing an upmarket experience with consistent food and service.
italian BATH AIÓ 7 Edgar Buildings, George St, BA1 2EE. Tel: 01225 443900. Web: www.aiorestaurant.co.uk • Italian restaurant with a Sardinian slant. ALFRESCO SEATING
AQUA ITALIA 86 Walcot St, BA1 5BD. Tel: 01225 471371. Web: www.aqua-restaurant.com • See Bristol listing. ASK Broad St, BA1 2EH. Tel: 01225 789997. Web: www.askrestaurants.com • See Bristol listing. BOTTELINO’S 5 Bladud Buildings, BA1 5LS. Tel: 01225 464861. Web: www.bottelinos.net • See Bristol listing. ENZO’S 39 Gay St, BA1 2NT. Tel: 01225 427919. Web: www.enzo-ristorante.co.uk • Authentically Neapolitan restaurant, with menus ranging from simple and straightforward to sophisticated. JAMIE’S ITALIAN 10 Milsom Pl, BA1 1BZ. Tel: 01225 432340. Web: www.jamieoliver.com/italian/bath • See Bristol listing. MARTINI 8-9 George St, BA1 2EH. Tel: 01225 460818. Web: www.martinirestaurantbath.com • Longstanding Bath institution, serving huge portions of Italian and Mediterranean specialities in convivial surroundings.
Push the boat out in Bath Bath Priory Weston Rd, Bath • Experience the sheer, majestic elegance of executive head chef Michael Caines/resident kitchen god Sam Moody’s majestic, elegant cuisine in super-plush surroundings. Dower House at the Royal Crescent Hotel Royal Crescent, Bath • Stylish, sophisticated and sensual. Olive Tree at the Queensberry Hotel Russel St, Bath • If the Olive Tree doesn’t grow a Michelin Star in 2012, we’ll eat our hats (accompanied by a kohlrabi espuma, of course...).
MEZZALUNA 7a Kingsmead Sq, BA1 2AB. Tel: 01225 466688. Web: www.mezzaluna-bath.co.uk • Traditional Italian bistro serving traditional Italian cuisine, with regularly changing specials board supplementing the classics. PIZZAEXPRESS 1-3 Barton St, BA1 1HG. Tel: 01225 420119; 8 SouthGate Pl, BA1 1AP Tel: 01225 442111. Web: www.pizzaexpress.com • See Bristol listing. PIZZA HUT 1-3 Westgate Buildings, BA1 1EB. Tel: 01225 448586. Web: www.pizzahut.co.uk • See Bristol listing. REAL ITALIAN PIZZA CO 16 York St, BA1 1NG. Tel: 01225 330121 • Buzzing contemporary pizzeria with bright, breezy ambience and a colourful open kitchen. The wood-fired pizzas are proper Italian beauties. CHECK OUT THE REAL ITALIAN ICE CREAM CO, RIGHT NEXT DOOR
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RUSTICO BISTRO ITALIANO 2 Margarets Buildings, BA1 2LP. Tel: 01225 310064. Web: www.rusticobistroitaliano.co.uk • Utterly gorgeous, welcoming Italian bistro with a small but perfectly formed menu of fully authentic, freshly prepared, classic Italian dishes. PAVEMENT SEATING
SOLO PIZZA 2 Milsom Pl, BA1 1BZ. Tel: 01225 444439 • Contemporary Italian pizzeria at the heart of the chic Milsom Place complex serving excellent coffee, Italian pastries and properly authentic pizzas. ALFRESCO COURTYARD
STRADA Beau Nash House, Sawclose, BA1 1EU. Tel: 01225 337753. Web: www.strada.co.uk • See Bristol listing. VITO’S 12 Argyle St, BA2 4BQ. Tel: 01225 423481. Web: www. vitositalianrestaurantinbath.co.uk • Friendly, traditional, family-run trattoria specialising in authentic tastes from the Puglia region.
BRISTOL AMICI 239 Cheltenham Rd, BS6 5QP. Tel: 0117 924 5879. Web: www.amicirestaurant.co.uk • Traditional Italian food cooked up with a modern twist at this very popular, always good-value-for-money restaurant. ASK 51 Park St, BS1 5NT. Tel: 0117 934 9922. Web: www. askrestaurants.com • Big, bustling modern chain pizzeria: pizzas and salads are generous, and staff efficient. ALFRESCO TERRACE
AQUA ITALIAN RESTAURANT & BAR Welsh Back, BS1 4RR. Tel: 0117 915 6060; 153 Whiteladies Rd, BS8 2RF. Tel: 0117 973 3314. Web: www.aqua-restaurant.com • Welsh Back branch offers alfresco views over the docks supplemented by a Clifton branch housed in a beautifully transformed Grade II-listed building. Both settings are bright, light and airy, both offer excellent (heated) alfresco facilities and both are widely acclaimed for classic modern Italian grub wrought from impeccably sourced ingredients. Also have a Jamie's Italian: Mr. Oliver now has outlets in Bath and Bristol
branch in Bath. SEE WEBSITE FOR CURRENT OFFERS
BELLA ITALIA 8-10 Baldwin St, BS1 1SA. Tel: 0117 929 3278; The Venue Leisure Complex, Merlin Rd, Cribbs Causeway, BS10 7SR. Tel: 0117 959 0982; Cabot Circus, BS1 3BX. Tel: 0117 927 7230. Web: www. bellaitalia.co.uk • Familiar Italian food cooked in open kitchens at these family-oriented franchise restaurants decorated in classic Italian style. WEBSITE OFFERS
BOTTELINO’S Emersons Way, Emersons Green, BS16 7AE. Tel: 0117 957 3722; 6 St Peter’s Court, Bedminster, BS3 4AQ. Tel: 0117 966 6676; Court House, 110 High St, Nailsea, BS48 1AH. Tel: 01275 858282. Web: www. bottelinos.net • Long-established, family-run business offering top-notch traditional Italian food, great value-for-money lunch deals and robust vegetarian options. ONLINE DELI
CARLUCCIO’S 11 Quakers Friars, Cabot Circus, BS1 3BU. Tel: 0117 933 8538; The Mall, Cribbs Causeway, BS34 5DG. Tel: 0117 950 8760. Web: www.carluccios.com • Open-plan restaurant and deli founded by celeb chef Antonio Carluccio, specialising in all things authentically Italian. CASAMIA 38 High St, Westbury-on-Trym, BS9 3DZ. Tel: 0117 959 2884. Web: www.casamiarestaurant.co.uk • Michelin-starred, triple AA Rosette-endorsed and winner of Gordon Ramsay’s Best Restaurant, Casamia specialize in imaginative, cutting-edge cuisine with a nod to the Italian classics. RATED ONE OF THE UK’S TOP 10 ITALIAN RESTAURANTS BY THE TIMES
CIBO RISTORANTE 289 Gloucester Rd, BS7 8NY. Tel: 0117 942 9475. Web: www.cibo.co.uk • Great neighbourhood restaurant, deli and espresso bar fusing traditional Italian flavours with ingredients from around the world. ONLINE SHOP
FRATELLI’S 22 Bond St, BS1 3LU. Tel: 0117 926 8054. Web: www.fratellis-restaurant.com • Top-notch but affordable Italian fare with some interesting additions.
GIUSEPPE’S 59 Baldwin St, BS1 1QZ. Tel: 0117 926 4869. Web: www.giuseppesitalianrestaurant.co.uk • Traditional, intimate Italian old-timer formerly known as Marco’s, serving up to 15 different catches on the daily board, and French and English touches alongside trattoria classics. IL GRANO 149 East St, Bedminster, BS3 4EJ. Tel: 0117 963 3544. Web: www.ilgrano.co.uk • Classic pastas, pizzas and risottos alongside a busy daily specials board. JAMIE’S ITALIAN 87-89 Park St, BS1 5PW. Tel: 0117 370 0265. Web: www.jamieoliver.com • The cheeky chef brings his empire to Park St: rustic, simple dishes with quality ingredients made with care but delivered without fuss. Also has a branch in Bath. GROUND-FLOOR DELI
LA CAMPAGNUOLA 9 Zetland Rd, Redland, BS6 7AG. Tel: 0117 924 8102/8372. Web: www.lacampagnuola.co.uk • Wholly authentic, regional Italian favourites and Sicilian-influenced dishes in charming, welcoming surroundings. LA GROTTA 9 Union St, BS1 2DD. Tel: 0117 929 0466 • Longestablished family-run, traditional trattoria: great food in cosy surroundings. LA TAVERNA DELL’ARTISTA 33 King St, BS1 4DZ. Tel: 0117 929 7712 • Family-run restaurant and wonderful post-theatre haunt, popular with board-treading thesps and Bristol’s boho creative crowd. Expect good, honest Italian fare with an atmosphere to match.
Joyful Japanese Noa Waterloo St, Clifton, Bristol • Very fine fine dining, Japanese-style. Yen Sushi Bartlett St, Bath • A cheerful, cosy, fuss-free, wellpriced experience from independent masters of the art. Obento Baldwin St, Bristol • Fresh, healthy, flavoursome and exceedingly wallet-friendly.
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MAMMA MIA 10a Park Row, BS1 5LJ. Tel: 0117 926 8891 • Firmly established as a popular late-night pizzeria for locals and visitors alike. MARCO’S OLIVE BRANCH 76 Victoria St, Redcliffe, BS1 6DF. Tel: 0117 922 6688. Web: www.marcosolivebranch.co.uk • Italian with a specific Sardinian slant. PICCOLINO 1 Narrow Weir, Cabot Circus, BS1 3DU. Tel: 0117 929 3255. Web: www.piccolinorestaurants.co.uk • Modern chain serving fresh pasta dishes, pizza and other Italian specialities: vibrant restaurant and bar with a chic yet informal feel. COCKTAIL SCHOOL
PIZZAEXPRESS Unit 1, Building 8, Harbourside, BS1 5TY. Tel: 0117 927 3622; 35 Corn St, BS1 1HT. Tel: 0117 930 0239; 2-10 Regent St, Clifton, BS8 4HG. Tel: 0117 974 4259; 31 Berkeley Sq, Clifton, BS8 1HP. Tel: 0117 926 0300. Web: www.pizzaexpress.com • National institution serving Italian-themed food in stylish, contemporary surroundings. PIZZA HUT Several branches across Bristol: see www. pizzahut.co.uk • Hit the hut! TAKEAWAY & DELIVERY MOST BRANCHES
PIZZA PROVENCALE 29 Regent St, Clifton, BS8 4HR. Tel: 0117 974 1175. Web: www.pizzaprovencale.co.uk • Long-
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established, friendly, relaxed neighbourhood pizzeria where the welcome is as big as the pizzas. PLANET PIZZA 187 Gloucester Rd, BS7 8BG. Tel: 0117 944 4717; 83 Whiteladies Rd, BS9 2NT. Tel: 0117 907 7112. Web: www.planetpizza.co.uk • Small, buzzy restaurant/ bar on Whiteladies Rd and a slightly more subdued branch on Gloucester Rd, both with a big local reputation for out-of-this-world pizzas at down-to-earth prices. PROSECCO 25 The Mall, Clifton Village, BS8 4JG. Tel: 0117 973 4499. Web: www.proseccoclifton.com • Charming, stylish restaurant offering a warm welcome aided by a smashing wine list. RENATO’S 19 King St, BS1 4EF. Tel: 0117 929 8291 • Run by the same family as La Taverna Dell’Artista, this cosy, friendly, atmospheric bar-restaurant serves classic, quality Italian fare. A THESPY FAVOURITE
RENATO’S NUMERO UNO 203 Whiteladies Rd, Clifton, BS8 2XT. Tel: 0117 974 4484 • Consistently serving good Italian food, substantial but not stodgy, and always with charm: everything is freshly made on the premises. SAN CARLO 44 Corn St, BS1 1HQ Tel: 0117 922 6586. Web: www. sancarlo.co.uk • Vast range of Italian goodies served in stylised contemporary surroundings and considered one of the top 10 Italian restaurants in the UK by The Times. SERGIO’S 1-3 Frogmore St, BS1 5NA. Tel: 0117 929 1413. Web: www.sergios.co.uk • Traditional Italian restaurant boasting a vast, daily changing menu based around fresh produce and chef’s inspirations. STRADA 24 Princess Victoria St, Clifton Village, BS8 4BT. Tel: 0117 923 7224. Web: www.strada.co.uk • Popular upmarket Italian chain with a solid reputation and dishing up well-priced, high-end Italian trattoria classics. VALENTINO 124 Stoke Lane, Westbury-on-Trym, BS9 3RJ. Tel: 0117 962 3222. Web: www. valentinosrestaurantbristol.co.uk • One
of Bristol’s best-kept secrets: a gem of a restaurant suffused with traditional Italian hospitality. FABULOUS FISH DISHES
VINCENZO’S PIZZA HOUSE 71 Park St, BS1 5PB. Tel: 0117 926 0908. Web: www.vincenzos-bristol.co.uk • Essential Park St stop-off serving a simple, well-prepared menu of Italian favourites. OPEN-AIR UPPER DECK
ZIO’S 96a Whiteladies Rd, BS8 2QX. Tel: 0117 923 8105 • Warm and welcoming Italian, highly rated by its regulars who also appreciate its good value. ZIZZI Unit SU84B, Glass House, Cabot Circus, BS1 3BX. Tel: 0117 929 1066; 29-33 Princess Victoria St, Clifton Village, BS8 4BX. Tel: 0117 317 9842; 7-8 Triangle South, Clifton, BS8 1EY. Tel: 0117 929 8700. Web: www.zizzi.co.uk • Smart little Italian restaurant chain with the feel of a family-run restaurant, serving authentic Italian food in a friendly atmosphere.
japanese BATH YEN SUSHI 11-12 Bartlett St, BA1 2QZ. Tel: 01225 333313. Web: www.yensushi.co.uk • Take a ringside seat at the conveyor belt in this cheery but cosy, unfussy Japanese canteen. YO! SUSHI 29 Milsom Pl, BA1 1BZ. Tel: 01225 562250. Web: www.yosushi.com • See Bristol listing.
BRISTOL MASA 42-46 Baldwin St, BS1 1PN. Tel: 0117 929 3888. Web: www.masajapaneserestaurant.com • Teppanyaki-style restaurant offering a selection of fresh meat or seafood, with soup, rice and vegetables. NOA 12-13 Waterloo St, Clifton Village, BS8 4BT. Tel: 0117 973 2881. Web: www.noajapanese.co.uk • One of the finest Japanese dining experiences around these yer parts.
OBENTO 67 Baldwin St, BS1 1QZ. Tel: 0117 929 7392. Web: www.obento-bristol.co.uk • Healthy, flavoursome Japanese-themed menus in contemporary surroundings, at prices that belie the quality on offer. TAMPOPO Unit SU84A, Glass House, Cabot Circus, BS1 3BX. Tel: 0117 927 7008. Web: www.tampopo.co.uk • Street food and signature dishes from across eastern Asia, including steaming noodles, slowcooked curries and sizzling stir fries. YO! SUSHI Glass Walk, Cabot Circus, BS1 3BQ. Tel: 0117 321 3161; The Avenue, The Mall at Cribbs Causeway, BS34 5DG. Tel: 0117 321 3170. Web: www.yosushi.com • More than 90 dishes to choose from the chain that brought conveyor belt dining to the UK. SIGN UP FOR THE YO! LOVE CLUB ON WEBSITE FOR SPECIAL OFFERS AND DISCOUNTS.
MY BURRITO 7 Broad Quay, BS1 4DA. Tel: 0117 929 7239. Web: wwww.myburrito.co.uk • Choose your fillings from a fresh array and watch your burrito come together before your very eyes.
nORTH aFRICAN & MIDDLE eASTERN BATH ARABESQUE Podium Shopping Centre, Northgate St, BA1 5AL. Tel: 01225 481333. Web: www.arabesquebath. co.uk • Imaginative, atmospheric decor and a substantial selection of Lebanese classics: fixed-price, unlimited, serve-yourself buffet at lunchtime.
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CAFE DU GLOBE 1a North Parade, BA1 1LF. Tel: 01225 466437. Web: www.cafeduglobe.co.uk • Cheery little caff with pavement seating morphs into a candlelit Moroccan bistro serving Moroccan classics come evening.
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LAS IGUANAS 12 Seven Dials, Sawclose, BA1 1EN. Tel: 01225 336666. Web: www.iguanas.co.uk • See Bristol listing.
AFENDI RESTAURANT & CAFE 217 Cheltenham Rd, BS6 5QP. Tel: 0117 924 8927 • Family-run restaurant serving Mediterranean and Arabic cuisine, from hot and cold mezze and grills to Middle Eastern dishes.
BRISTOL CASA MEXICANA 29-31 Zetland Rd, BS6 7AH. Tel: 0117 924 3901. Web: www.casamexicana.co.uk • Wonderful haven of all things Mexican: smashing tapas menu, alfresco dining and seriously excellent cocktails. LAS IGUANAS Anchor Sq, BS1 5UH. Tel: 0117 927 6233; 113 Whiteladies Rd, BS8 2PB. Tel: 0117 973 0730. Web: www.iguanas.co.uk • Bristol-originating national chain that’s fun, funky and value for money, specialising in upmarket South American food, superb cocktails, excellent tapas, good fish and vegetarian options WEBSITE OFFERS
MISSION BURRITO 62 Park St, BS1 5JN. Tel: 0117 927 3339. Web: www. missionburritos.co.uk • Inspired by the fast-food taquerias of San Francisco’s Mission district and serving fast, fresh burritos, tacos and fajita burritos at an unstoppable rate.
MAZATI LEBANESE CUISINE Basement, 13a Small St, BS1 1DE. Tel: 0117 927 7937. Web: www.mazati.co.uk • Cosy, underground hideaway offering a rich choice on the regularly updated menu. SANDS 95 Queens Rd, Clifton, BS8 1LW. Tel: 0117 973 9734. Web: www.sandsrestaurant.co.uk • Bristol’s original Lebanese restaurant, highly acclaimed for its Middle Eastern cuisine, from pre-meal olives right through to a post-prandial shisha pipe. MONTHLY ARABIAN NIGHT
SHIRAZ PERSIAN 275 Hotwell Rd, BS8 4SF. Tel: 0117 925 5668. Web: www.shirazrestaurantbristol.com • Family-run restaurant with a buzzing, ethnic, understated ambience and authentic menu. BELLY DANCERS, LIVE MUSIC AND SHISHA PIPE
Non-stop exotic Bristol One Stop Thali Cafe Totterdown, Montpelier, Easton and Clifton (see listing for full details) • Delectable Indian inspirations freshly prepared from locally sourced, seasonal, sustainable produce. Sands Queens Rd, Clifton • Highly acclaimed Middle Eastern cuisine in evocative, characterful surroundings. Rice and Things Cheltenham Rd • A fully-authentic taste of Jamaica.
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Tel: 0117 967 2631; Unit 208, Cribbs Causeway, BS34 5UR. Tel: 0117 959 0146. Web: www.nandos.co.uk • Mini fast-food-franchise empire, with world music a go-go and burgers, pitta, salads, steaks and platters to share featuring their trademark chicken and sauces. TAKEAWAY AVAILABLE
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LA PERLA 12a North Parade, BA2 4AL. Tel: 01225 463626. Web: www.la-perla.co.uk • Brand-new Spanish restaurant and tapas bar serving genuinely authentic Spanish fare (top tapas, valenciana/ mariscos paellas, superb desserts, etc) from an open kitchen. LA TASCA 36 Broad St, BA1 5LP. Tel: 01225 466477. Web: www. latasca.co.uk • See Bristol listing. NANDO’S Kingsmead Leisure Development, 5-10 James St West, BA1 2DT. Tel: 01225 789901. Web: www. nandos.co.uk • See Bristol listing.
BRISTOL EL PUERTO 57 Prince St, BS1 4QH. Tel: 0117 925 6014. Web: www.el-puerto.co.uk • Vibrant, authentic, stylish contemporary tapas bar with a lively Spanish ambience and great food. LIVE FLAMENCO EVERY SUNDAY
EL RINCON 298 North St, Southville, BS3 1JU. Tel: 0117 939 3457. Web: www.elrincon.moonfruit.com • Authentic tapas, language lessons and live music result in a seemingly endless homage to Spanish-themed delights.
Thai, Malaysian Singaporean & Indonesian BATH MAI THAI 6 Pierrepont St, BA2 4AA. Tel: 01225 445557. Web: www.maithai.co.uk • Longstanding, sparkly little haven of accessible Thai-themed exotica. SALATHAI 8 Pierrepont Pl, BA1 1JX. Tel: 01225 484663. Web: www.salathai-bath.co.uk • Pristine, contemporary and spacious Thai diner. THAI BALCONY 1 Seven Dials, Sawclose, BA1 1EN. Tel: 01225 444450 • Amid palatial decor, gracious staff wearing traditional garb set the scene for elegant, classic dishes including sumptuous banquets. DO-IT-YOURSELF WITH AUTHENTIC INGREDIENTS FROM THE RESTAURANT’S OWN SHOP
THAI BASIL 90a Walcot St, BA1 5BG. Tel: 01225 462463. Web: www.thaibasilbath.com • Lively Thai cuisine in surroundings to match.
LA TASCA Glass House, Cabot Circus, BS1 3BX. Tel: 0845 129 7623. Web: www.latasca.co.uk • Find warm surroundings, rustic cookware and home-cooked dishes made with fresh ingredients in the Bristol branch of this small franchise. Also has a branch in Bath.
THAI BY THE WEIR 16 Argyle St, BA2 4BQ. Tel: 01225 444834. Web: www.thaibytheweir.co.uk • Explore a menu stuffed with contemporary and traditional Thai delights in a lovely location right on Bath’s prettiest bridge.
NANDO’S Glass House, Cabot Circus, BS1 3BX. Tel: 0117 3763 876; 49 Park St, BS1 5NT. Tel: 0117 929 9263; Aspects Leisure Park, Longwell Green, BS15 9LA.
WAGAMAMA 1 York Buildings, George St, BA1 2EB. Tel: 01225 337314. Web: www.wagamama.com • See Bristol listing.
Café Maitreya: inventive vegetarian award-winners
YUM YUM THAI 17 Kingsmead Sq, BA1 2AE. Tel: 01225 445253. Web: www.yumyumthai.com • Cheerful contemporary diner offering solace and succour to those in dire need of a life-affirming blast of healthy, uncomplicated, highly flavoursome food at budget-friendly prices.
BRISTOL BAUHINIA 5a Boyces Ave, Clifton Village, BS8 4AA . Tel: 0117 973 3138. Web: www.bauhinia-bar.co.uk • Contemporary pan-Asian diner/café-bar with a laidback, welcoming atmosphere offering well-made, well-sourced, well-priced food. SIAM HARBOURSIDE 129 Hotwell Rd, BS8 4RU. Tel: 0117 330 6476. Web: www.siam-harbourside.co.uk • Longestablished popular Thai restaurant with a glorious waterside setting and food to match. TAI PAN 39 Gloucester Rd, BS7 8AD. Tel: 0117 924 6786 • Highly regarded for super-speedy service and fantastic food, this friendly, independent restaurant and takeaway offers good-value, classic Thai dishes. TEOHS 28-34 Lower Ashley Rd, St Agnes, BS2 9NP. Tel: 0117 907 1191; Old Tobacco Factory, North St, Southville, BS3 1TF. Tel: 0117 902 1122. Web: www. teohs.net • Fabulous pan-Asian specialists: varied, tasty menus, buzzing atmosphere and startlingly low prices are hard to beat. COOKERY SCHOOL & SUPERMARKET
THAI CLASSIC 87 Whiteladies Rd, BS8 2NT. Tel: 0117 973 8930. Web: www.thaiclassic.co.uk • Extensive range of authentic Thai, Malaysian and Singaporean cuisine served up in a calm, subterranean oasis. THAI EDGE Unit 4, Broad Quay, BS1 4DA. Tel: 0117 927 6088. Web: www.thaiedge.co.uk • Part of a small chain specialising in an extensive menu of contemporary versions of Thai favourites.
Urban oases Bristol Greens’ Dining Room Zetland Rd • Stylishly cosy, contemporary neighbourhood diner. Clifton Sausage Portland St, Clifton • Classy comfort food central! Lido Oakfield Place, Clifton • Fresh, rustic upper-crust fare served within a stylish pool/spa complex resulting in a supremely inviting, chill out experience.
WAGAMAMA 63 Queens Rd, Clifton, BS8 1QL. Tel: 0117 922 1188. Web: www.wagamama.com • Asian-style canteen chain, famous for its rapid-noodle formula and a huge, diverse selection of panAsian dishes. WEBSITE OFFERS
WEST THAI KITCHENS AT THE OLD FISHMARKET 59-63 Baldwin St, BS1 1QZ. Tel: 0117 921 1515 • Modern Thai gastro-dishes made with authentic exotic ingredients sit side by side with great American pub food at this relaxed, informal eatery. YUM YUM THAI 50 Park St, BS1 5JN. Tel: 0117 929 0987. Web: www. yumyumthai.com • See Bath listing.
Vegetarian BATH DEMUTHS 2 North Parade Passage, BA1 1NX. Tel: 01225 446059. Web: www.demuths.co.uk • Menus at
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Bristol CAFE MAITREYA 89 St Marks Rd, Easton, BS5 6HY. Tel: 0117 951 0100. Web: www.cafemaitreya.co.uk • Lovely, award-winning vegetarian eatery offering seasonal menus that change regularly and always use the very best top-quality, locally sourced ingredients, often organic.
cafÉs BATH ADVENTURE CAFÉ 5 Princes Buildings, George St, BA1 2ED. Tel: 01225 462038. Web: www.adventure.000space. com • Contemporary brasserie with menus (and a bar!) that cover all eventualities. Licensed; open until midnight. ALFRESCO OPPORTUNITIES FRONT AND BACK
THE BATH BUN 2 Abbey Green, BA1 1NW. Tel: 01225 463928. Web: www.thebathbun.com • Over 18 varieties of tea (and coffee if you must) and a menu that features genteel Brit-trad refreshments from breakfast to high tea time. SOMERSET CREAM TEAS A SPECIALITY
BATH BAKERY CAFÉ 37 Moorland Rd, BA2 3PN. Tel 01225 481477. Web: bathbakery.co.uk • Baked goods to eat in or take away, Illy coffee, panini, soup and possibly the best sausage rolls in Bath. PAVEMENT TABLES OUT FRONT
BATH DELI 31 Bathwick St, BA2 6NZ. Tel: 01225 316265. Web: www.bathdeli.co.uk • Gorgeous little deli/caff/takeaway. BATH TEA ROOMS 1 North Parade, BA1 1LF Tel: 01225 461603. Web: www.bathtearooms.co.uk • Elegant Georgian townhouse tea room (with alfresco area) on the ground floor of the Best Western Abbey Hotel. BEN’S COOKIES 21 Union Passage, BA1 1RD. Tel: 01225 460983. Web: www.benscookies.com • Dinky
bakery specialising in funky cookies to take away or enjoy at a table out front. BEN’S PANCAKES The Podium, Northgate St, BA1 5AL • Find perfect pancakes alongside rather good cakes and similar shopper-friendly fare. COVERED ALFRESCO PATIO
BONGHY-BO’S 2-3 Barton Court, Upper Borough Walls, BA1 1RZ. Tel: 01225 462276 • Split-level courtyard gives way to a friendly, funky refectory, where all manner of grub mingles with Asian-themed crowd pleasers. Licensed. VISIT WWW.BATHSALSA.CO.UK FOR DETAILS OF REGULAR SALSA EVENTS
BOSTON TEA PARTY Kingsmead Sq, BA1 2AE. Tel: 01225 313901. Web: www.bostonteaparty.co.uk • Much-loved, laidback Bath society hotspot: real food at realistic prices. LARGE ALFRESCO PATIO
BRIDGE COFFEE SHOP Pulteney Bridge, BA2 4AY. Tel: 01225 483339 • Breakfast specials, sturdy sweet treats, filled baguettes and a huge range of pasties, sausage rolls, pies etc. EXCELLENT WEIR VIEWS
CAFÉ AU LAIT 7 Pulteney Bridge, BA2 4AX. Tel: 01225 338007 • Cakes, gateaux and pastries, quiches, jacket potatoes, salads, sandwiches, baguettes etc, excellent coffee and a wide range of comforting liquid refreshment. CAKE CAFÉ 5 Southgate, BA1 1AQ. Tel: 01225 789010 • Splendid homemade cakes, baquettes, panini, soup, quiche, salads, afternoon teas, etc.
themed venture offering salads, panini and antipasti; cakes, tarts pastries and proper Italian coffee. Licensed. CAFÉ RETRO York St. Tel: 01225 339347. Web: www.caferetro. co.uk • Easy-going independent caférestaurant serving boisterous breakfasts, pastas, sandwiches and vegetarian options at bargain prices. IN A HURRY? BUZZ INTO RETRO-TO-GO NEXT DOOR
CAFÉ ROUGE 15 Milsom St. BA1 1DE. Tel: 01225 462368. Web: www.caferouge.co.uk • See Restaurants, French. CAFÉ SHOON 14 Old Bond St, BA1 1BP. Tel: 01225 445309. Web: www.cafeshoon.co.uk • Well-heeled cosmopolitan cafe. Superb bagels, welldressed salads, yummy homemade cakes and splendid views across the rooftops. CAFFÈ NERO 11 Old Bond St. Tel: 01225 470390; 21 High St. Tel: 01225 462504; 6 Dorchester St, SouthGate, BA1 1SS. Tel: 01225 427913. Web: www.caffenero.com • Glossy Italian-themed chain with a European coffee house vibe. CHANDOS DELI George St, BA1 2EH. Tel: 01225 314418. Web: www.chandosdeli.com • Stylish deli-café serving classy foodie inspirations. CHAPEL ARTS CENTRE Lower Borough Walls, BA1 1QR. Tel: 01225 461700. Web: www.chapelarts.org • Bright vegetarian cafe beneath the Chapel Arts Centre.
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CAFÉ DU GLOBE 1a North Parade, BA1 1LF. Tel: 01225 466437. Web: www.cafeduglobe.co.uk • Pretty café by day; romantic Moroccan bistro after sunset.
CIRCUS CAFÉ & RESTAURANT 34 Brock St, BA1 2LN. Tel: 01225 466020. Web: www.thecircuscafeandrestaurant.co.uk • See Restaurants, English.
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CAFÉ EIGHTY FOUR 84 Lower Bristol Rd, BA2 3BQ. Tel 01225 482505 • Super-friendly traditional caff/ Italian pizzeria. PIZZAS TO EAT IN, TAKE AWAY OR ORDER FOR HOME DELIVERY
CAFÉ LUCCA The Loft, 1 Bartlett St, BA1 2QZ • Tuscan-
LA CROISSANTIERE 14 Northumberland Pl. Tel: 01225 469641 • Reasonably priced eat-in or takeaway sandwiches, baguettes, pastries, soups and coffees. PAVEMENT TABLES ON TRAFFIC-FREE LANE
COFFEE@CAMDEN 2 Claremont Terrace, BA1 6EH • Superb homemade cakes alongside a vibrant fresh lunch selection (sandwiches, salads, etc).
LOVELY GARDEN OUTBACK; REGULAR CUPCAKE CLASSES
CORAL QUAY CAFÉ 8/9 New Bond St Pl, BA1 1BH. Tel: 01225 446362. Web: www.coralquay.co.uk • Fairtrade coffees, teas and homemade cakes, gluten-free treats, vegetarian options and a lunchtime menu, all served above an eclectic gift shop. COLONNA & SMALLS ESPRESSO ROOM 6 Chapel Row, BA1 1HN. Tel: 07766 808067. Web: www.colonnaandsmalls.co.uk • These guys are serious about coffee: a regularly changing house blend of espresso plus at least two guests, all made with exquisite care. EAT5STAR 14 Kingsmead Sq, BA1 2AD. Tel: 01225 330555. Web: www.eat5star.com • Brilliant breakfasts, perfect espresso and a lavish lunch menu. EGG CAFÉ St John’s Pl, BA1 1ET. Tel: 01225 823408 • Ace cakes, sumptuous sarnies and excellent coffee in the cheerful surroundings of the Theatre Royal’s egg theatre complex. PAVEMENT TABLES ON TRAFFIC-FREE STREET
FINE CHEESE CO 29-31 Walcot St, BA1 5BN. Tel: 01225 483407. Web: www.finecheese.co.uk • Upmarket deli/cafe within a world of cheese and gourmet knick-knackery. GOURMET SCOFFS 9 Terrace Walk, BA1 1LN. Tel: 01225 471137 • Full English breakfast (served all day), sandwiches, sausage rolls, homemade cakes etc. GREEN ROOM AT THE MISSION THEATRE 32 Corn St, BA1 1UF. Tel: 01225 428600. Web: www.missiontheatre.co.uk • Vibrant, vegetarian theatre-café offering cakes, soups, salads etc, all freshly prepared on the premises. Licensed. OPEN DURING THE EVENING WITH SELECTED PERFORMANCES
GUILDHALL MARKET CAFE Guildhall, High St, BA1 5AW. Tel: 01225 461593 • Wallet-friendly traditional British caff-style grub. AT THE EPICENTRE OF A BUSTLING MARKET
Urban oases Bath Cosy Club SouthGate • Offers exactly what the name suggests, courtesy of the lovely, lively, local Loungers chain. Bathwick Boatman Forester Rd, Bathwick • Fabulous homecooked food against a Tales of the Riverbank backdrop. Rustico Bistro Italiano St Margarets Buildings • Small but perfectly formed, friendly to the max.
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HANSEL UND GRETEL CAFE & STRUDEL BAR 9 Margarets Buildings, Brock St, BA1 2LP. Tel: 01225 464677. Web: www. hanselundgretel.com • Gently kitsch, quietly camp but properly cosy surroundings. FABULOUS STRUDEL
JACOB’S COFFEE HOUSE 6 Abbey Churchyard, BA1 1LY. Tel: 01225 758132 • Fresh, wholesome grub with an emphasis on local, organic and free range; excellent coffee. COVERED PATIO OFFERS ABBEY AND PUMP ROOM VIEWS.
JAZZ CAFE Kingsmead Sq, BA1 2AA. Tel: 01225 329002. Web: www.bathjazzcafe.co.uk • Independent cornerstone of Bath café society, serving homemade food: excellent breakfasts (superb vegetarian options) and laidback lunchtime treats. Licensed. PAVEMENT SEATING
METROPOLITAN CAFE 15 New Bond St, BA1 1BA. Tel: 01225 482680. Web: www.bloomsburystore.com • Locally sourced, largely organic vegetarian goodies above an eclectic gift shop. MOLES MUSIC CAFE 14 George St, BA1 2EN. Tel: 01225 404405. Web: www.moles.co.uk • Lovely laidback café (part of the Moles mini-complex) specialising in eclectic, sociable sharing platters, boisterous ‘Sunday Session’ roasts and all manner of tantalising nibbly stuff alongside drinks, cakes etc. PRESTO 7 Abbey Churchyard, BA1 1LY. Tel: 01225 338803. Web: www.pastypresto.com • Sandwiches, salads, soups and pastries alongside pasties and savouries freshly baked on the premises, plus Fairtrade coffee. PAVEMENT SEATING OFFERING VIEWS OF THE ABBEY AND LIVE STREET ENTERTAINMENT OPPOSITE THE PUMP ROOM.
JIKA JIKA COFFEE HOUSE & CANTEEN 4a Princes Buildings, George St, BA1 2ED. Web: www.jikajika.co.uk • Breakfasts, sandwiches, bruschetta, salads and related foodie inspirations. Licensed.
PRET A MANGER 2 Stall St, BA1 1QL. Tel: 0207 932 5370 • Popular chain specialising in additive/ preservative-free, responsibly sourced fast food, from sandwiches to smoothies.
PAVEMENT TABLES
PUMP ROOM Abbey Churchyard, BA1 1LZ. Tel: 01225 477782. Web: www.romanbaths.co.uk • Probably Bath’s most civilised mid-afternoon refreshment experience.
KINDLING 9a Claverton Buildings. BA2 4LD. Tel: 01225 442125. Web: www.kindlingcoffee.co.uk • Local, organic, homemade and fairly traded food and drink. KOMEDIA CANTEEN 22-23 Westgate St, BA1 1EP. Tel: 01225 471578. Web: www.komedia.co.uk/ bath• See Restaurants, English. LA CROISSANTERIE 14 Northumberland Pl, BA1 5AR. Tel: 01225 469641 • Reasonably priced, baguettes, sandwiches, pastries, soups and coffees to eat in or takeaway.
SWIG A COMPLIMENTARY GURGLE OF ‘THAT’ WATER
REAL ITALIAN ICE CREAM CO 17 York St. BA1 1NG. Tel: 01225 330121 • Icecream heaven. REGENCY TEA ROOMS 40 Gay St, Queen Sq, BA1 2NT. Tel: 01225 443000. Web: www.janeausten.co.uk • Regency-style afternoon delights at this Jane Austen-themed tearoom above a shrine – sorry, visitor centre – dedicated to the Great Woman herself.
PAVEMENT TABLES
LE PARISIEN Shires Yard, BA1 1BX Tel: 01225 447147, web: www.leparisien.co.uk • Breakfasts, sarnies, wraps, pastries and substantial lunches, mostly on a Franglais theme. Licensed. PLENTY OF COVERED, HEATED SEATING IN PRETTY COURTYARD
LIME LOUNGE 11 Margarets Buildings, BA1 2LP. Tel: 01225 421251. Web: www.limeloungebath.co.uk • Chic, friendly café/bistro offering boisterous breakfasts and lively lunches by day and modern-Brit suppertime treats in the evening. Licensed. PAVEMENT SEATING ON TRAFFIC-FREE STREET
MANGIA BENE 5-6 St James St, BA1 2TW. Tel: 01225 336106 • Charming Mediterranean deli with a small cafe attached – classy. ALFRESCO TABLES
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THE RIVERSIDE CAFE 17 Argyle St (below Pulteney Bridge), BA2 4BQ. Tel: 01225 480532. Web: www. riversidecafebath.co.uk • Real gem of a café-bar, serving fabulous breakfasts, home-cooked lunches and eclectic suppers, all wrought from impeccably sourced ingredients. Licensed.
vita experience serving good-value, topquality breakfasts, lunches, teas and snacks plus goodies to take away. SALLY LUNN’S 4 North Parade Passage, BA1 1NX. Tel: 01225 461634. Web: www.sallylunns.co.uk • See Restaurants, English. SAME, SAME BUT DIFFERENT 7a Princes Buildings, BA1 2ED. Tel: 01225 466856 • Hearty Mediterranean-themed snacks, platters, salads and cakes, and excellent tapas selection later on (Thur-Sat only). Licensed. TABLES ON TRAFFIC-FREE LANE
SAM’S KITCHEN DELI 61 Walcot St, BA1 5BN. Tel: 01225 481159. Web: www.samskitchendeli.co.uk • Laidback foodie experience, where everything (except bread and pastries from the best artisan local bakers) is made on the premises and the lunch menu changes every day; expect roasts, salads, filled croissants/sandwiches, soups, spiffing sweet treats and more. SECRET GARDEN CAFE AT PRIOR PARK GARDEN CENTRE Prior Park Rd, BA2 4NF. Tel: 01225 427175. Web: www.priorparkgardencentre.co.uk • Bright and breezy café at the heart of a lively garden centre. SHOON 14 Old Bond St, BA1 1BP. Tel: 01225 445309 • Cosmopolitan café above a chic urban outfitters.
Planet Pizza Gloucester Rd/ Whiteladies Rd, Bristol • Stellar pizzas, all day, every day. Real Italian Pizza Co York St, Bath • Faultless, fully authentic incarnations of the dough-based genre. Pizza Provencale, Regent St, Clifton, Bristol • A veritable Bristol student institution.
TEAHOUSE EMPORIUM 22a New Bond St. BA1 1BA Tel: 01225 334402. Web: www.teahouseemporium.co.uk • Tranquil teahouse in an atmospheric 18th-century cellar. TEA TIME 12 Dorchester St, BA1 1SS. Tel: 01225 444990 • Contempo-trad café offering welcome respite to SouthGate shoppers and rail travellers. TIME OUT Guildhall Market, BA2 4AW • American diner/ milk bar-themed café at the heart of bustling market.
ALFRESCO SEATING, WEIR VIEWS
WILD CAFÉ 10a Queen St, BA1 1HE. Tel: 01225 448673. Web: www.wildcafe.co.uk • Cheerful cafe using local, seasonal, sustainable produce to create eminently satisfying breakfasts, lunches and a selection of teatime treats.
ROYAL PAVILION CAFE Royal Victoria Park. Tel: 01225 448860 • Swiss mountain chalet meets traditional British tearoom. Sarnies, homemade cakes and proper tea, plus sturdy lunchtime specials.
YMCA International House, Broad St Pl, BA1 5LH. Tel: 1225 325900. Web: www.bathymca.co.uk • Tucked away behind a courtyard, specialising in home-cooked favourites at extremely walletfriendly prices.
GREAT VIEWS FROM ALFRESCO BALCONY: TABLES UNDER TREES OUT FRONT
ALFRESCO COURTYARD TABLES
ROSCOFF DELI 18 Northumberland Pl, BA1 5AR. Tel: 01225 469590. Web: www.roscoff.co.uk • Sicily meets the West Country at this funky dolce
Pizza perfection!
Bristol A CAPPELLA 184c Wells Rd. Tel: 0117 971 3377. Web: www. acappellas.co.uk • Cafe by day, pizzeria by
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ALMOUROL 54 Filton Rd, Horfield. Tel: 07768 439775. Web: www.almourol.net • Café set within the South West’s only Portuguese and Brazilian mini-market. BREAKFAST, ALMOCO AND JANTAR AT BARATO PRICES
AMOEBA 10 Kings Rd (off Boyces Ave), Clifton. Tel: 0117 946 6461. Web: www.amoebaclifton.co.uk • Funky, easygoing ambience and wicked rear garden. AROUND 50 BEERS, CIDERS AND ALES FROM AROUND THE WORLD
BEESES BAR & TEA GARDENS Wyndham Crescent (by Conham Ferry), nr Brislington. Tel: 0117 977 7412. Web: www. beeses.co.uk • Aberdeen Angus steak baguettes, Pa’s morning muffins, burgers and tasty cheeseboards among regular offerings, specials include grilled fresh mackerel marinated in honey plus salads, cakes, live music, quizzes etc and quaffable ale. Probably closed over winter. BEAUTIFUL RIVERSIDE SETTING HELPED BAG 2010 TOP BANANA RECOGNITION
BETTER FOOD COMPANY CAFÉ Proving House, Sevier St, St Werburghs. Tel: 0117 935 1725. Web: www.betterfood.co.uk • Mostly organic, local, fresh and seasonal ingredients go into salads, soups, mezzes and Sun roasts. RECYCLING HEROES
BIG BANANA JUICE BAR Glass Arcade, St Nicholas Market. Tel: 0117 927 3274 • Friendly nutritionists serving up a dozen juices, smoothies (with ice-cream versions) and organic shakes. TRY THE VERY VEG (CARROT, CUCUMBER, CELERY, PARSLEY)
BLUE JUICE 39 Cotham Hill. Tel: 0117 973 4800 • Vast range of juices and smoothies. Most mains are vegetarian – try the cheese, leek & potato pie. LOVELY HEATED DECK WITH CANOPY
BORDEAUX QUAY BRASSERIE V Shed, Canons Way. Tel: 0117 943 1200 • See Restaurants, European & Mediterranean. BOSTON TEA PARTY 75 Park St. Tel: 0117 929 8601. Web: www. bostonteaparty.co.uk • See Bath listing. BRISTOL GUILD CAFÉ 68-70 Park St. Tel: 0117 929 1874 • Longestablished and much-loved. Soups, salads, quiches, cakes and drinks within a haven of crafty delights. BRUNEL BUTTERY Wapping Wharf. Tel: 0117 929 1696 • Legendary bacon butties, good cakes. CAESARS The Kiosk, Welshback • Enjoy delicious classic coffee, doughnuts, scrummy Cornish icecreams as well as hot and cold food to take away at this super-handy (and very friendly) kiosk. Find them at the Bristol Bridge end of Welsh Back by the memorial to fallen seafarers. CAFÉ DELIGHT 189 Gloucester Rd. Tel: 0117 944 1133 • Friendly eatery serving fab breakfasts and English/European mains. CAFÉ DU JOUR 72 Whiteladies Rd. Tel: 0117 973 1563. Web: www.cafe-dujour.co.uk • Wonderfully authentic Gallic dining experience featuring recipes inspired by French classics. A FULL-ON FRENCH IMMERSION
CAFÉ KINO 108 Stokes Croft. Tel: 0117 924 9200. Web: www.cafe-kino.com • New premises for the arty, creativity community with vegetarian/ vegan seasonal menus, mainly organic and locally sourced. Licensed. MUSIC, SCRABBLE, BOOK CLUB AND MORE!
CAFÉ RETREAT Next to The Water Tower, Stoke Road, Durdham Down, BS9 1FG. Tel: 0117 923 8186, 45 Whiteladies Rd, BS8 2LS. Tel: 0117 973 2842. Web: www.caferetreat.co.uk • Serves fresh food made on the premises using, when possible, local produce.
CAFÉ ROUGE 85 Park St. Tel: 0117 929 2571; Cabot Circus. Tel: 0117 954 4808; Unit R4, The Mall, Cribbs Causeway. Tel: 0117 950 8730. Web: www. caferouge.co.uk • See Restaurants, French. CAFFE CLIFTON The Clifton, St Pauls Rd. Tel: 0117 973 6882 • Stylish surroundings, bespoke suppliers, lovely tea, coffee, cakes and light meals. TRY THE UNFURLING JASMINE TEA BALL – THE HEIGHT OF ELEGANCE
CAFFE EXCHANGE Corn St. Tel: 0117 922 4013 • Tea, coffee and snacks. CHE’S CAFÉ BAR 3 Welsh Back. Tel: 0117 930 4034 • Café and bar serving omelettes, ciabattas, chilli etc. Two terraces mean you can dine (and smoke) waterside or facing Queen Square. CUBAN ARTWORK ADORNS THE WALLS
COFFEE #1 157 Gloucester Rd. Tel: 0117 942 9909; 33 Princess Victoria St, Clifton. Tel: 0117 923 8021; 4 Canford Lane, Westbury-on-Trym. Tel: 0117 959 1749 • Paninis, cakes, soups etc with seasonal variations. CREATE CAFE CREATE Centre, Smeaton Rd, Cumberland Basin. Tel: 0117 903 1201 • Admirably creative menu of local/organic/fairtrade fodder at remarkably low prices. Fabulous riverside views at this eco-centre. BREKKIES UNDER £2, MAINS UNDER £5
DELIGHT 19-20 Perry Rd. Tel: 0117 329 0889 • Hot, homemade specials, soups, salads, baguettes and more from the people behind Café Delight (see above). DOCKYARD CAFÉ-BAR Harbourside, near ss Great Britain. Tel: 0117 926 0680 • Waterside terrace bar. Jackets, soups, cakes, alongside specials like Brunel steak and ale pie. FOLK HOUSE CAFÉ-BAR 40a Park St. Tel: 0117 908 5035 • Delicious organic and fairtrade fodder (breakfasts,
cakes, lunches and supper) at this city-centre oasis. RATED BY THE OBSERVER FOOD MONTHLY
FRIARY 9 Cotham Hill. Tel: 0117 973 3664 • Cotham Hill stalwart offering a timeless formula of good food in casual surroundings. Curries, chillies, casseroles, classic breakfasts. ECLECTIC MUSIC MIX DRAWS A MIXED, DEVOTED CLIENTELE
HAVANA COFFEE 37a Cotham Hill. Tel: 0117 973 3020. Web: www. havanacoffee.co.uk • Light bites and excellent range of fairtrade coffees, traditional and herbal teas and juices. Mellow jazzy sounds. 15 VARIETIES OF ENGLISH BREAKFAST (SEVEN VEGETARIAN)
HERMANOS 55 Queens Rd. Tel: 0117 929 4323 • Contemporary Mediterranean café-bar offering hearty soups, bowls, tarts and platters. Come evening, there’s a cocktail-bar feel. HOOPER HOUSE CAFE 113 Stokes Croft. Tel: 0117 924 7180 • Formerly Kuvuka. Serving breakfasts, salads, soups and specials amid black/blue colour scheme. LA CASBAH 96 St Marks Rd, Easton. Tel: 0117 939 8804 • Community café with North African feel. Inventive menu includes Moroccan tagine. Sound seafood range. BYO. CAN BE HIRED FOR PARTIES
LA RUCA 89 Gloucester Rd. Tel: 0117 944 6810. Web: www. laruca.co.uk • Gloucester Road stalwart run by people as lovely as their authentic tortillas, enchiladas, chimichangas and Chilean corn pie. Laidback, issue-aware, arty, friendly and wholesome. CAFÉ, SHOP AND ALL-ROUND COMMUNITY SPACE
LOCKSIDE 1 Brunel Lock Rd, Cumberland Basin. Tel: 0117 925 5800 • Quality ingredients, fresh produce and excellent value. Brilliant breakfasts; fine evening offerings. STUNNING VIEW TO BRUNEL’S BRIDGE
Kickstart the day in style Wild Café Queen St • Fruit pancake stack, eggs Florentine, organic full English: wake up and go wild. Eat5Star Kingsmead Sq • A five-star breakfast experience. Guildhall Market Café Guildhall Market, High St • A classic greasy spoon feast without the grease. Jazz Café Kingsmead Sq • The best bacon butties in Bath – fact! (Veggie options go large too.) Le Parisien Shires Yard • Do the continental!
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MEME CHOCOLAT 19 The Mall, Clifton. Tel: 0117 974 7000. Web: www.memechocolat.co.uk • Chocoholic heaven, along with breakfasts and paninis. Licensed. Wi-fi. CHOCOLATE NIRVANA – BUT THE LEMON CHEESECAKE IS SIMILARLY SUBLIME
MRS BROWN’S CAFÉ Victoria Park, (by lodge, nr Nutgrove Ave & Somerset Terr entrances), Bedminster. Email: mrsbrownsvictoriapark@gmail.com. Facebook, Twitter • New owners have continued the fairtrade sourcing and introduced natty touches – suggestive buns on International Women’s Day etc. THEY CAN KIT YOU OUT FOR A PICNIC!
MUD DOCK 40 The Grove. Tel: 0117 934 9734. Web: www. mud-dock.com • See Restaurants, European & Mediterranean. NUMBER 10 10 Zetland Rd, Redland. Tel: 0117 924 1301 • Breakfasts plus authentic Euro-cum-Middle Eastern fare at this chilled spot. PERFECT PERSIAN SALMON STEW
194 FAHRENHEIT CAFÉ 4a Boyces Ave, Clifton. Tel: 0117 973 0054 • Minimalist coffee bar serving espressos and drip-brew coffees, seasonal smoothies, locally made cakes and New York deli-style sandwiches. ONE STOP THALI CAFÉ 12 York Rd, Montpelier. Tel: 0117 942 6687. Web: www.onestopthali.co.uk • See Restaurants, Indian.
862403 • A little slice of Italy. Pasta’s ready at noon, with coffee and cake to get you through the morning. RED 9 Clare St. Tel: 0117 925 5461 • Sophisticated, chic, continental-style cafe/takeaway. Burgers, omelettes, pasta etc plus Italian ice-creams. RIVERSIDE GARDEN CENTRE Clift House Rd, Southville. Tel: 0117 966 7535. Web: www.riversidegardencentre.com • Completely vegetarian menu, organic and locally sourced where possible, freshly made on the premises. Daily changing soups, spuds, salads, hot meals, fairtrade drinks.
VILLAGE POTTERY 70 Princess Victoria St, Clifton. Tel: 0117 973 4343 • Wonderfully dinky café and garden. Homemade cakes to go with espresso, coffee, tea, herbal teas, juices.
LOVELY ECCLES CAKES
WATCH THE POTTER IN ACTION IN THE ADJOINING STUDIO
SAVANA COFFEE 273 North St, Bedminster. Tel: 0117 966 0088 • Spanish, Mexican and Greek dishes, plus pasta and pizza. SOUK KITCHEN 277 North St, Southville. Tel: 0117 966 6880 • Bringing the best of the Middle East to North Street plus British and Continental breakfasts. SOUTHVILLE CENTRE CAFÉ Beauley Rd, Southville. Tel: 0117 923 1039 • Locally sourced ingredients going into soups, salads, jackets and specials.
FRESH FRUIT SMOOTHIES AND EXOTIC JUICES, GORGEOUS GARDEN SPACE
BIG FESTIVAL FAVE
REVIVAL CAFÉ 56 Corn St, BS1 1JG. Tel: 0117 930 4008 • Longestablished city-centre fave guaranteed to perk you up if you’ve overdone the shopping. PRIMROSE CAFÉ & BISTRO Boyces Ave, Clifton Village. Tel: 0117 946 6577 • Daytime fare (salads, bagels, ciabattas) with an emphasis on organic, local, fresh produce. Intimate bistro by night. ONE OF THE GREAT BRISTOL BREAKFAST INSTITUTIONS
PURE PASTA, SOUP & SANDWICH Glass Arcade, St Nicholas Market. Tel: 07899
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ROYCE ROLLS WHOLEFOOD CAFÉ Corn Exchange, St Nicholas Market. Tel: 07967 211870 • Long-established vegetarian café: flapjacks, pasties, soups, samosas, herbal teas etc.
ITALIAN, GREEK, SPANISH, FRENCH AND CYPRIOT FLAVOURS
PIEMINISTER 24 Stokes Croft. Tel: 0117 942 9500; Glass Arcade, St Nicholas Market. Tel: 0117 302 0070. Web: www.pieminister.co.uk • Handmade bundles of pie joy, both sweet and savoury, with all the trimmings.
TOBACCO FACTORY CAFÉ-BAR Raleigh Rd, Southville. Tel: 0117 902 0060. Web: www.tobaccofactory.com • Med-style fare at this enduringly cool hotspot.
LAIDBACK SUNTRAP
PAPA COSTA DELI 67 Queen’s Rd. Tel: 0117 929 1600 • European café and deli serving delicious daytime treats.
AS FEATURED IN ‘MISTRESSES’
“WORTH THE TRIP TO BRISTOL ALONE,” SAID THE GUARDIAN
TUBE DINER Paintworks, Bath Rd. Web: www.paintworksbristol. co.uk • Housed in an Airstream trailer serving up Stateside scrumminess.
SPICE ROUTE 61 Gloucester Rd. Tel: 0117 904 0040 • Bright, friendly café. Homemade quiches, soups, paninis, baguettes, cakes, benchmark-setting coffee.
PAPADELI 84 Alma Rd, Clifton. Tel: 0117 973 6569. Web: www.papadeli.co.uk • Mediterranean inspiration behind excellent food with locally sourced, fairtrade and organic credentials.
www.tiffinsbristol.com • Popular, very friendly takeaway and licensed café. Bargain-priced authentic Gujurati cuisine.
SPIKE ISLAND CAFE 133 Cumberland Rd. Tel: 0117 934 9077 • Bright, airy café-bar in a contemporary arts centre. Sarnies, soups, jackets, burgers, pies and chilli etc. ART GALLERY ON SITE
ST STEPHEN’S CAFÉ St Stephen’s Lane, off St Stephen’s St. Tel: 0117 929 4984 • Fairtrade and organic grub at affordable prices. CHURCHYARD OASIS NEXT DOOR
ST WERBURGHS CITY FARM CAFÉ St Werburghs City Farm, Watercress Rd. Tel: 0117 908 0798/07813 954933 • Nutritionally balanced, delicious food enjoyed by multigenerational gatherings. Ingredients sourced locally and ethically. BIGGED UP BY THE OBSERVER FOOD MONTHLY
TAKE FIVE CAFÉ 72 Stokes Croft. Tel: 0117 907 7502 • Stokes Croft institution with wi-fi. PRIVATE PARTIES A SPECIALITY
TIFFINS 151 St Michael’s Hill. Tel: 0117 973 4834. Web:
WINDMILL HILL CITY FARM Philip St, Bedminster. Tel: 0117 963 3233 • Organic and fairtrade writ large in breakfasts, lasagne, pies, stews, specials, light bites etc.
takeaways BATH AL FALAFEL 3 Monmouth St, BA1 2AJ. Tel: 01225 311133 • Reliably decent kebabs and other well-priced late-night faves. Open daily 12noon-late. FAST, RELIABLE CAB COMPANY JUST ACROSS THE ROAD
BILLY BURGERS St Saviours Rd, Larkhall, BA1 6RT. Tel: 01225 313393. Web: www.eatmyburgers.co.uk • Burgers a go-go to go-go, with over 120 combinations (including veggie/soya alternatives). Open Mon-Sat 12noon-2.30pm & 5.30-11.30pm, Sun & bank holidays 6-11.30pm.
Take the world away Seafoods Kingsmead Sq • Fish and chips: a great British institution at its very best. Schwartz Bros Sawclose • America gave us the burger; Schwartz Bros give us the best takeaway burgers in Bath. Peking Chef St Kilda’s Rd, Oldfield Park • A Far-Eastern odyssey. Desh Chelsea Rd • An authentic taste of India on your doorstep. Pizza Fresca Bear Flat • A dolce vita pizza experience.
FREE DELIVERY TO SELECTED AREAS FOR ORDERS OVER £10
CHILLIES 2 Lambridge Buildings, Larkhall, BA1 6RS. Tel: 01225 443030. Web: www.chilliesbath.co.uk • Top-notch traditional and contemporary Indian grub. Open Mon-Sun 5.30-10.30pm (last orders for delivery 10.15pm). ONLINE ORDERING SERVICE: FREE DELIVERY
CHUNG YING CANTONESE 21 Walcot Buildings, BA1 6AD. Tel: 01225 447677 • Popular late-night destination for the post-pub munch-bunch. Open daily 5.30-11.30pm. DESH INDIAN TAKEAWAY & RESTAURANT 10 Chelsea Rd, BA1 3DU. Tel: 01225 314413/463388 • Good, fast, decent-priced Indian takeaway food. STUDENT DISCOUNT
DOMINO PIZZA 66 Walcot St, BA1 5BD. Tel: 01225 421421. Web: www.dominos.co.uk • See Bristol listing.
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FISH AND CHIPS Upper Borough Walls, BA1 1RJ. Tel: 01225 330195 • Traditional fish and chips alongside a full list of the usual takeaway suspects (pies, sausages, mushy peas, canned drinks etc). Open Mon-Sat 12noon-2.30pm & 5.30-10pm. FORTUNE COOKIE 378 Wellsway, BA2 5RN. Tel: 01225 832223. Web: www.fortune-cookie.uk.com • Classy Far Eastern food, including a Japanese udon noodle selection. Open Sun-Tue (and bank holidays) 5-11pm, Wed-Sat 12noon-2pm & 5-11pm. HOME DELIVERY SERVICE 6-10PM DAILY: £1.50 DELIVERY CHARGE WITHIN THREEMILE RADIUS
GOLDEN PLAICE 13a Cleveland Pl West, BA1 5DG. Tel: 01225 338288 • Good value for money, friendly service and decent-sized pieces of fish. No great surprises on the menu but, then again, why would you need any? Open Tue-Sat 12noon-2.30pm & 5.30-10pm HERBIES 5 Moorland Rd. BA2 3PJ. Tel: 01225 483772 • Fresh, classic chippy fare to eat in or take away. Open Mon-Sat 11.30am-2pm & 5.30-10.30pm. HIPPIE SHAKE 20 Moorland Rd, BA2 3PW. Tel: 01225 466200. Web: www.hippieshake.co.uk • Freshly made milkshakes, scrumptious sweet treats and a wide variety of hot and cold drinks, inc smoothies, hot chocolate, etc. KEBAB HOUSE 16 Kingsmead Sq. BA1 2AE. Tel: 01225 461915 • Kebabs, pizzas and fried chicken. Open MonSat 12noon-2.30pm & 5-1am. MANHATTAN BURGER 23 Claverton Buildings, BA2 4LD. Tel: 01225 447365 • Beefburgers, chicken burgers, veggie burgers, kebabs, chips, canned drinks, etc. Open Mon-Sun 12noon-12midnight. MARMARIS 4-5 Grand Parade, BA2 4AN. Tel: 01225 461946 • Perfect, classic kebabs served from the front of a long-established Turkish restaurant. Open daily 12noon-late. MEGA BITE 26 Walcot Buildings, BA1 6AD. Tel: 01225 444481
• Pizzas, kebabs, burgers, fish and chips, fried chicken and all the vital accessories. Open daily 4pm (5pm Sun)-2.30am (3am Thur-Sat). MOGHUL 140 Walcot St, BA1 5BL. Tel: 01225 464956 • Long-established Indian takeaway, classics at sensible prices. Open daily 12noon-2.30pm & 5-11.30pm. MR D’S 8 St Georges Pl, Upper Bristol Rd, BA1 3AA. Tel: 01225 425204; van at night on Milsom St/ Orange Grove • Bargain burgers and cheesy chips for late-night fast-food fanatics. Open: UB Rd daily 6pm-3am, mobile van Thur-Sat 8pm-2.30am. OCEAN PEARL Podium Shopping Centre, Northgate St, BA1 5AL. Tel: 01225 331238. Web: www.oceanpearlbath.co.uk • Popular buffet restaurant also offers fill-your-own takeaway box deals. PEKING CHEF 84 St Kilda’s Rd, Oldfield Park, BA2 3QJ. Tel: 01225 425685 • Top-notch Chinese and Thai from a massive menu. Open Tue-Sun 12noon2pm, Mon-Sun 4.30-11pm. PIZZA EXPRESS 11 Barton St, BA1 1HG. Tel: 01225 420119. Web: www.pizzaexpress.com • See Bristol listing. PIZZA FRESCA 1 Wellsway, Bear Flat, BA2 4QL. Tel: 01225 429776 • Fresh, authentic Italian grub. Open Tue-Sun 6pm-late. P’ZAZZ 1 Grove St, BA2 6PJ. Tel: 01225 425888 • Seriously good gourmet pizzas at cheerful prices. Open Mon-Sat 12noon-2.30pm & 5-11pm. RUPOSHI 3 Sussex Pl, BA2 4LA. Tel: 01225 337294 • High-quality, good-value curries and tandooris. Open Mon-Sat 12noon-2pm & 5-10pm (Sat 10.30pm). SCHWARTZ BROTHERS 4 Sawclose, BA1 1EY. Tel: 01225 461726; 102 Walcot St, BA1 5BG. Tel: 01225 463613 • Freshly flame-grilled burgers (including the legendary garlic-mayo and chilli
incarnations), alongside a range of veggie and chicken options, dips and chips. Open Mon-Fri 12noon-12midnight, Sat 11.30am12midnight, Sun 12noon-11pm. SEAFOODS 38 Kingsmead Sq, BA1 2AA. Tel: 01225 465190. Web: www.fishandchipsbath.co.uk • Perfectly cooked fresh fish, proper chips, pies, sausages, pickled eggs etc to eat in or take away. Open Mon-Sat 11.30am-11pm. SHAKEAWAY 3 Beau St BA1 1QY. Tel: 01225 466200. Web: www.shakeaway.com • Around 150 different milk/ice-cream-based shakes, with all kinds of fun, imaginative variations. Open Mon-Sat 9am-5.30pm (Sat 6pm), Sun 10.30am-5pm. SUBWAY 11 Westgate St. Tel: 01225 789958. Web: www. subway.co.uk • See Bristol listing. Open SunWed 8am-12midnight, Thur-Sat 8am-3am. OPENS LATE THUR-SAT
SULIS PIZZA 2 Grand Parade, BA2 4DF. Tel: 01225 447037. Web: www.sulispizza.co.uk • Perfect pizzas to go. Or order online for home delivery. See website for 2-4-1s and regularly updated offers. TWERTON CHIPPY 145 High St, Twerton, BA2 1BZ. Tel: 01225 425920 • Properly good, old-fashioned chippy. Open Mon 12noon-2pm & 6-9pm, Tue-Thur 12noon-2pm & 5-9.30pm, Fri-Sat 11.30am-2pm & 5-9pm.
food, including fantastic small Lebanese pizzas and barbecue chicken pitta. Open Mon-Fri 12noon-10.30pm, Sat-Sun 4.30-10.30pm. ARCHES INDIAN FAST FOOD 210 Cheltenham Rd. Tel: 0117 924 8062 • Casual BYO café offering Indian fast food, funnily enough. BIG BANANA St Nicholas Market. Tel: 0117 927 3274. Web: www. thebigbananajuicebar.co.uk • Freshly prepared juices, smoothies, wheatgrass shots. YOU MAY NEED TO ORDER THE ALLFRUIT HANGOVER CURE
BOBBY’S 17 Christmas Steps. Tel: 07885 533216 • Believed to be the nation’s first chippy! (Che Guevara photos have arrived more recently.) BRISTOL FRYER 431 Gloucester Rd. Tel: 0117 951 5415 • Popular with Gasheads and students from surrounding streets. Fish, burgers, pies, pasties, sausages, kebabs, chicken, garlic bread and loads of extras. Open Mon-Fri 11.30am-2pm & 4.30-11pm, Sat 11.30am-11pm, Sun 4.30-11pm. BRISTOL SAUSAGE SHOP Glass Arcade, St Nicholas Market. Tel: 07817 478302. Web: bristolsausageshop.co.uk •Sausage nirvana: around 20 varieties. FIND GOOSE FAT AND THE WORLD’S BEST BLACK PUDDING
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CARIBBEAN WRAP St Nicholas Market. Tel: 07989 745944 • Authentic Caribbean cuisine. Eat-in lunches, too. From jerk chicken to curried goat, the menu never disappoints.
A CAPPELLA 184c Wells Rd, Totterdown. Tel: 0117 971 3377. Web: www.acappellas.co.uk • Café by day, BYO pizzeria by night, plus takeaways and deliveries. Open Tue-Thur 9am-10pm, Fri-Sat 9am-10.30pm.
CIAO HAMBURGER 207a Gloucester Rd. Tel: 0117 942 6228. Web: www.ciaoburger.co.uk • Dish up some of Bristol’s best burgers.
ABOUT SOUP Glass Arcade, St Nicholas Market. Tel: 07980 710246 • Award-winning soups plus fresh salads at this super little spot. ALWAHA 12 High St, Easton. Tel: 0117 935 5339 • Halal
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CITY CAFE FOOD CENTRE Colston Ave (opp Hippodrome) • Follow the aroma of frying onions to this staggeringly popular burger and kebab van. Open daily 8pm till very late. LOOK FOR THE BLUE AND WHITE STRIPES
Flavours of the World La Ruca Gloucester Rd • Wonderful Chilean couple running a conscientious and cosy operation. Almourol Filton Rd • Named after a central Portuguese castle. Café du Jour Whiteladies Rd • Radio station Chante France brings pleasant background tunes. Formidable! Tube Diner Paintworks, Bath Rd • American pancakes, chilli dog hoagies, shakes and more bring Boston (Massachusetts) to Bath Road. Village Pottery Princess Victoria St • Quirky, charming and quintessentially English with handkerchief garden where strawberries and mint grow.
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Chickpea heaven at Falafel King
PIZZA BELLA 102-106 West St, Bedminster. Tel: 0117 963 3882. Web: www.pizza-bella.info • Family-run Bedminster institution. THEY’LL DELIVER FAGS, CHOCCY, EVEN A BOTTLE OF VODKA
PIZZA EXPRESS 2-10 Regent St, Clifton. Tel: 0117 974 4259; 31 Berkeley Sq. Tel: 0117 926 0300; 35 Corn St. Tel: 0117 930 0239; Unit 1, Building 8, Harbourside. Tel: 0117 927 3622. Web: www.pizzaexpress.com • Renowned, busy restaurants offering great takeaway pizzas. DELICIOUS DOUGH BALLS WITH GARLIC BUTTER
PORTUGUESE TASTE St Nicholas Market. Tel: 07887 934327 • Funky little café/takeaway serving traditional dishes like feijoada and chicken piri piri.
CLIFTON VILLAGE FISH BAR 4 Princess Victoria St. Tel: 0117 974 1894 • Top chippy popular with a certain ex-PM’s son and a hairy local comedian. Open (non-term-time) Mon 11.30am-2.30pm & 5-11.30pm, Tue-Thur 11.30am2.30pm & 5pm-12midnight, Fri-Sat 11.30-12.30am. Term-time, open lunchtimes as above, eves from 4.30pm, also Sun 12noon-11pm. CORNISH BAKEHOUSE 16 Castle Gallery, Galleries Shopping Centre. Tel: 0117 930 4279. Web: www.cornishbakehouse.com • Extraordinarily tasty pasties filling you up till breakfast tomorrow morning. And no washing up – result! DIM SUM 263 North St, Bedminster. Tel: 0117 953 0606 • Established around 20 years, big oriental menu. DOMINO PIZZA 119 Whiteladies Rd. Tel: 0117 973 3400; 10 Regent St, Kingswood. Tel: 0117 961 6111; 439 Gloucester Rd. Tel: 0117 951 2777; Simmonds View, Stoke Gifford. Tel: 0117 979 8855. Web: www.dominos. co.uk • International pizza delivery chain. EASTON EXPRESS 186 Stapleton Rd, Easton. Tel: 0117 951 2267 • Peking, Szechuan, Cantonese, Thai, Japanese and vegetarian. Open Wed-Mon 5-11pm. EXCHANGE SNACK BAR St Nicholas Market. Tel: 0117 922 4014 • English breakfasts, lunch and snacks. FALAFEL KING City centre (nr Watershed). Tel: 0117 329 4476 • City-centre pitta pitstop serving falafels and other Middle Eastern foods to hungry shoppers, clubbers and dancers. FISHERS 156 Whiteladies Rd. Tel: 0117 973 8220 • Very good, very popular chippy up at the Downs end of The Strip. GRECIAN KEBAB HOUSE 2 Cromwell Rd, St Andrews. Tel: 0117 942 3456 • Generous kebabs and extraordinarily
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MAGIC ROLL Triangle South, Clifton. Tel: 0117 922 1435; St Thomas Court, Redcliffe St. Tel 0117 927 3867. Web: www.magicroll.co.uk • Nutritious, delicious rolls enjoying a massive cult following with the studes (check Facebook) and bigged-up by NME. PERFECT FOR DAYTIME DINING OR REFUELLING DURING A NIGHT OUT
MAGNET 55 Dean Lane, Southville. Tel: 0117 963 6444 • Chippy which once staged a Badly Drawn Boy gig. Open Mon-Fri 12noon-2pm, Sat 12noon-2.30pm, Mon-Thur 5.30-10.30pm, Fri-Sat 5-10.30pm, Sun 5-10pm. MAGUIRES AT THE CLOCK TOWER 84 Regent St, Kingswood. Tel: 0117 967 3292 • Award-winning chip shop well worth any journey. Open Mon-Wed 11.30am-8pm, Thur-Sat 11.30am9pm. MISS MILLIE’S 132 Wells Rd, Knowle; 79 East St, Bedminster; 129 High St, Staple Hill; 1 The Concourse, Brislington; 91 Gloucester Rd; 166 Whiteladies Rd, Clifton; 157 Church Rd, Redfield • Ever-popular, bargain-priced purveyors of fried chicken. 10% STUDENT DISCOUNT
MOORISH CAFÉ St Nicholas Market. Tel: 07775 430756 • Formerly Al Bab Mansour, still serving Moroccan food and drink to eat in or take away.
PURE PASTA, SOUP & SANDWICH St Nicholas Market. Tel: 07899 862403 • Hot pasta dishes, great fresh lasagne, pizza, panini, soup, sandwiches. LOVELY HOMEMADE TIRAMISU
REAL OLIVE CO 40-42 Glass Arcade, St Nicholas Market. Tel: 0117 909 9587; Thornbury Precinct (Sat). Web: www. therealolivecompany.co.uk • Delicious olives, hummus, pesto, artisan breads and antipasti like feta-stuffed bell peppers. RENDEZVOUS 9 Denmark St. Tel: 0117 929 8683 • Fish and chips, pies and pasties, sausages and saveloys etc. RICEBOX 4 Christmas Steps. Tel: 0117 927 3388. Web: www. thericebox.co.uk • Funky and fantastic Chinese food in a boutique setting among Christmas Steps’ eclectic shops. Open Mon-Fri 11am-7.30pm (not bank hols). SIMPLY THAI 67 Gloucester Rd. Tel: 0117 924 4117 • Fresh, flavoursome Thai grub.
Frying tonight! Bristol’s chipper chippies Bobby’s Christmas Steps • Widely believed to be the nation’s first chippy, established over 100 years ago. Clifton Village Fish Bar Princess Victoria St. Clifton • Traditional fast food cooked to perfection at the heart of Clifton village. Maguires At The Clock Tower Regent St, Kingswood • Founded in 1908 and winners of multiple awards.
SMITHS FISH BAR 2 Kingsdown Parade. Tel: 0117 921 4627 • Clean, quick, offering decent-sized portions and reminiscent of chippies back in the day. Open Mon-Fri 11.45am-1.45pm & 5-10.30pm, Sat 5.30-10pm. SOURDOUGH CAFÉ Glass Arcade, St Nicholas Market. Email: sourdoughcafe@gmail.com • Formerly Bakery Agnes, offering mouthwatering freshly made breads plus sandwiches, coffee and tea.
NEW HAPPY GARDEN 200 Cheltenham Rd. Tel: 0117 904 9345 • Massive menu: Malaysian, Cantonese, Thai, Szechuan, Mongolian, Peking. Open daily 5-11pm.
SPICE ROUTE 61 Gloucester Rd. Tel: 0117 904 0040 • Pretty much everything this popular cafe prepares is also available to take away, including sandwiches, baguettes, paninis, quiches, homemade soups. Open Mon-Fri from 8am, Sat from 9am.
PIEMINISTER 24 Stokes Croft. Tel: 0117 942 9372; Glass Arcade, St Nicholas Market. Tel: 0117 302 0070. Web: www. pieminister.co.uk • Fantastic eateries offering an
SPICE UP YOUR LIFE 7 Exchange Ave, St Nicholas Market. Tel: 0117 914 4448 • Quality Indian and Asian specialities to eat in or take away.
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STAR FISH BAR 157 Greystoke Ave (next to Aldi), Southmead. Tel: 0117 950 9505 • Formerly the Caspian Fish Bar offering Maris Piper gorgeousness: definitely worth discovering if you don’t live within noseshot of its delicious aroma. Open Mon-Thur 11.30am-2pm, Fri-Sat 11.30am-2.30pm, Sun 12noon-2pm, Mon-Sat 4.30-10.30pm, Sun 5-9pm. MORE STAR-LIKE THAN HARRISON FORD
STOKE BISHOP FISH BAR 13 Druid Hill, Stoke Bishop. Tel: 0117 329 0366 • Younger sibling to long-established Clifton Village big bruv. Open Mon-Sat 12noon-2pm & 5-10pm, Sun 5-9pm. SUBWAY The Galleries. Tel: 0117 930 4940; 15-19 Queens Rd, Clifton. Tel: 0117 925 6164; Merchant St, Broadmead. Tel: 0117 927 7620; 15-17 Clare St. Tel: 0117 930 0455; 31 Union St. Tel: 0117 922 7828; 103 Whiteladies Rd. Tel: 0117 973 4500; 80-82 East St, Bedminster. Tel: 0117 963 7616; 790 Fishponds Rd. Tel: 0117 965 7640; 29 Gloucester Rd. Tel: 0117 908 3227; 11b Shields Retail Park, Gloucester Rd, Filton. Tel: 0117 969 6266; The Corner House, Hamilton Court, Montague St. Tel: 0117 924 9375; 80-82 Regent St, Kingswood. Tel: 0117 935 3383; Unit 29 Broadwalk, Knowle. Tel: 0117 971 6078; Bristol International Airport. Tel: 01275 475514; 3b Broad Quay. Tel: 0117 927 7350; Unit 1b-c, Willow Brook Centre, Savages Wood Rd, Bradley Stoke. Tel: 01454 617122; 201 Stapleton Rd, Easton. Tel: 0117 951 1827. Web: www.subway.co.uk • Massive range of hot and cold submarine sandwiches with freshly baked bread, low-fat options available. Plus wraps, soups and breakfasts to eat in or take away. TASTE OF CHINA 596 Fishponds Rd. Tel: 0117 958 3304 • Standard Chinese faves plus veggie dishes. Open daily 5-11pm. TIFFINS 151 St Michael’s Hill. Tel: 0117 973 4834. Web: www.tiffinsbristol.com • Convince your mates you had a gap year in Gujarat by getting very familiar with the authentic cuisine conjured up here. Stone-baked pizzas too. Open Mon-Sat 12noon-2.30pm & 4.30-9pm. RATED BY THE GUARDIAN; NAMED BY RADIO 4 AMONG THE COUNTRY’S TOP THREE TAKEAWAYS IN 2010
TRETHOWAN’S DAIRY SHOP Glass Arcade, St Nicholas Market. Tel: 0117 902 0332. Web: www.trethowansdairy.co.uk • Extraordinarily tasty toasties from this cheese heaven. YOYO BURGER 6 Byron Pl, Clifton. Tel: 0117 930 4353. Web: www.yoyoburger.com • Check the video screen-inlaid table while enjoying seriously tasty wraps and benchmark-defining burgers cooked freshly on site. Open daily 12noon-late. FANCY A CHANGE? TRY CROCODILE, SPRINGBOK, OSTRICH OR KANGAROO
VINCE’S ITALIAN PASTA & PIZZA 396 Filton Ave. Tel: 0117 904 1188 • Genuine family-run Italian. Freshly baked pasta dishes and huge selection of pizzas. ZAK’S SANDWICH BAR St Nicholas Market. Tel: 0117 927 7444 • English breakfasts, burgers, snacks, freshly made sandwiches and baguettes to eat in or take away.
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BATH BANTHON ORIENTAL SUPERMARKET 10 Brookside House, High St, Weston, BA1 4BY. Tel: 01225 420468 • Wide range of cooking ingredients, herbs, spices and remedies, all with Thai, Chinese, Japanese, Filipino and other Far Eastern influences. BARTLETT & SONS BUTCHERS 10-11 Green St. BA1 2JZ. Tel: 01225 466731. Web: www.bartlettandsons.co.uk • Traditional, family butcher specialising in locally sourced, chemical/additive-free meat, sausages and burgers plus cooked meats, pastries and pickles. BATH BAKERY 3 Chelsea Rd, BA1 3DU. Tel: 01225 421702; 37 Moorland Rd, BA2 3PN. Tel: 01225 481477; branches in Upper Weston & Combe Down; see website. Web: www. bathbakery.co.uk • Family-run, traditional bakery. LOVELY CAFÉ AT MOORLAND ROAD (SEE CAFES, BATH)
BATH DELI 31 Bathwick St, BA2 6NZ. Tel: 01225 316265. Web: www.bathdeli.co.uk • Local cheeses, artisan bread, Wiltshire ham, charcuterie, sauces, pickles, olives, salads, pates etc alongside freshly prepared dishes-to-go. BATH FARMERS’ MARKET Green Park Station, BA1 1JB. Tel: 01225 787910. Web: www.bathfarmersmarket.co.uk • The one that kick-started the whole Farmers’ Market movement, now held every Sat. Dozens of stalls sell an excellent range of locally produced fresh and organic foods, plus foods for people on restricted diets. HOT FOOD TO NIBBLE ON AS YOU BROWSE AND PLENTY OF FANTASTIC TASTERS
BEEHIVE BAKERY Noads Corner, Odd Down, BA2 2RX. Tel: 01225 833322 • Traditional community baker. BEN’S COOKIES 21 Union Passage, BA1 1RD. Tel: 01225 460983. Web: www.benscookies.com • Funky, chunky fresh cookies (priced by the kilo). See also Cafes, Bath. BEST OF BRITISH 12 Broad St, BA1 5LJ. Tel: 01225 448055. Web: www.bestofbritishdeli.co.uk • Sarnies, baguettes, quiches, salads, homemade cakes, cheese, fruit and veg, coffees, soups etc, largely based around organic, locally sourced British ingredients. CHANDOS DELI St George St, BA1 2EH. Tel: 01225 314418. Web: www.chandosdeli.com • See Bristol listing. CULPEPERS 28 Milsom St, BA1 1DG. Tel: 01225 425875. Web: www.culpeper.co.uk • Wide range of herbs, relishes, pickles, spices, honey, ginger, homemade jams, fruit drinks (many organic) and stock/soup bases. DA VINCI ITALIAN DELI 33 Wellsway, Bear Flat, BA2 4RR. Tel: 01225 471850 • Properly authentic Italian cured meats, cheeses, fresh and dried pasta, breads and rolls, oils, wines and puddings, plus fresh baguettes. LICENSED CAFE AND TAKEAWAY
DARLING DELI The Avenue, Combe Down, BA2 5EH. Tel: 01225 835118. Web: www.darlingdeli.co.uk • All manner of deli-cious groceries alongside homemade savouries and cakes, hot breakfast rolls (available all day), gourmet sandwiches/ciabattas, soups, pastas, tapas and a salad bar. FINE CHEESE COMPANY 29-31 Walcot St, BA1 5BN. Tel: 01225 448748. Web: www.finecheese.co.uk • Cheese lover’s Mecca, featuring around 150 varieties. Also a gourmet grocery with an excellent deli, bakery and café. Website ordering/delivery service available. GOODIES 2a St Saviours Rd, Larkhall, BA1 6RJ. Tel: 01225 336033. Web: www.goodiesdeli.co.uk • English and continental deli with in-store French bakery. GUILDHALL DELICATESSEN 8a Guildhall Market, BA2 4AW. Tel: 01225 427195. Web: www.bathguildhallmarket.co.uk/the-guildhalldelicatessen/ • Wide range of continental and local meats, homemade cakes, olives, jams and chutneys, cheeses and vegetarian, Indian and Italian specialities. HARVEST NATURAL FOODS 37 Walcot St. BA1 5BN Tel: 01225 465519 • See Bristol listing. LONDON ROAD STORES 3 Cleveland Pl East, London Rd, BA1 5DJ. Tel: 01225 336307 • Specialist in West Indian cooking supplies; doubles as a convenient corner shop. FRESH BHAJIS, PAKORAS AND GREEK PASTRIES OFTEN APPEAR ON THE COUNTER
MANGIA BENE 5-6 St James St, BA1 2TW. Tel: 01225 336106 • An enticing range of Mediterranean food specialities including a vast array of cheese, charcuterie, wine and champagne. MINERVA CHOCOLATES/BATH CHOCOLATE MUSEUM 15 Abbey Church Yard, BA1 1NA. Tel: 01225 464999. Web: www.bathchocolatemuseum. com • Massive range of indulgent,
Heavenly delis Roscoff Deli Northumberland Pl • Sicily comes to Bath. Fine Cheese Co Walcot St • Mecca for all things cheese-related and more. Guildhall Delicatessen Guildhall Market • Inspirational, unpretentious and seething with good tastes. Chandos Deli George St • Ab-fab selection of delectables. Polish Delicatessen James St West • Satisfy your sauerkraut cravings here.
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flamboyant confectionery. The café serves what’s probably the best hot chocolate in Bath and the live chocolate-making demos/workshops (visit website for details) are great fun. NIBBLES Stall 53, Guildhall Market, BA1 4AW. Tel: 01225 460213 • Quality cheeses from around the UK and further afield alongside British and continental bacon and hams. PARKER’S BAKERY/FRUIT & VEG 51 & 52 Guildhall Market, BA2 4AW • Thoroughly decent greengrocer and bakery. PAXTON & WHITFIELD 1 John St. BA1 2JL Tel: 01225 466403. Web: www.cheesemongers.co.uk • Established in 1797 and holders of no less than three Royal Warrants. Premier-quality traditional English and continental cheeses, oils, pickles and preserves, wines, beers, spirits and cheeserelated equipment. Occasional cheese tasting events. PICNICS 8 Chelsea Rd, BA2 3DU. Tel: 01225 482045 • Lovely long-standing family-run deli specialising in authentic foods imported from the Med. Cured meats, olives, cheeses, speciality oils etc plus a fine deli counter. POLISH DELICATESSEN James St West, BA1 2BX • Traditional Polish foodstuffs, plus fresh fruit, veg, bread and a selection of fascinating sweet treats. PRIOR PARK GARDEN CENTRE & FARM SHOP Prior Park Rd, BA2 4NF. Tel: 01225 427175. Web: www.priorparkgardencentre.co.uk • Garden/pet care centre incorporating a thriving cafe and well-stocked farm shop. Impressive range of jams, chutneys, cooking sauces, larder essentials, frozen ready meals/ pies etc, wines and ciders. Visit towards closing time to benefit from bargain prices for fresh produce. REAL ITALIAN ICE CREAM COMPANY 17 York St, BA1 1NG. Tel: 01225 330121 • Authentic Italian gelateria. REAL MEAT CO 7 Hayes Pl, BA2 4QW. Tel: 01225 335139. Web: www.
realmeat.co.uk • All the meat here has been reared to a strictly monitored welfare code, without growth promoters, additives etc. Precooked meals, dairy, free-range eggs, chocolate, breakfast cereals, wholefoods, preserves. ROSCOFF DELI 18 Northumberland Pl, BA1 5AR. Tel: 01275 469590 • Sicily meets the West Country at this flairpacked dolce vita experience with lively cafe. SAUSAGE SHOP 7 Green St, BA1 2JY. Tel: 01225 318300. Web: www.sausage-shop.co.uk • Dozens of speciality sausages. Deli counter offers olives, cured continental meats and their own locally famous pork pies, takeaway hot sausages plus lots of mustards, pickles etc. SEASONS WHOLEFOOD 10 George St, BA1 2EH. Tel: 01225 469730 • Health food shop with serve-yourself bins for dried fruits, nuts, cereals, pulses, veggie larder essentials. STOKES THE GREENGROCERS 38 Moorland Rd, Oldfield Park, BA2 3PN. Tel: 01225 424414. Web: www.stokesplc.com • The original Stokes went into administration last year, but fortunately this lovely shop is back on track again courtesy of Argyle Trading/ Premier Fruits, who brought this longstanding branch of the greengrocers back from the brink. A keen supporter of local growers, the new-look Stokes continues to stock all manner of five-aday essentials at very healthy prices. THAI BALCONY MINI MART 40 Monmouth St, BA1 2AN. Tel: 01225 337213 • Everything Thai, from storecupboard ingredients to frozen dim sum, fresh herbs and spices and freshly cooked Thai ready meals and some fascinating fish in the freezer. Staff are happy to talk you through the whole lot. VOM FASS Shires Yard, BA1 1DN. Tel: 01225 447660. Web: www. vomfass.net • Exquisite oils, vinegars, wines, liqueurs and spirits, available straight from the cask in any quantity. WHOLE BAGEL 4 Upper Borough Walls, BAQ1 1RG. Tel: 01225 333259. Web: www.thewholebagel.co.uk • Freshly-baked, additive-free bagels to take away.
WIDCOMBE HOME BREW 21 Claverton Buildings, Widcombe, BA2 4LD. Tel: 01225 466752. Web: www.widcombehomebrew. com • 40 pints of beer for £7.99? Welcome to the thrifty world of home brewing. All your booze-perfecting needs in one handy shop – equipment, ingredients, recipes and friendly advice to help you get started.
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ABOUT SOUP Glass Arcade, St Nicholas Market. Tel: 07980 710246 • Bijou stall selling soups, salads and more, with bread from an artisan bakery. ATTIC 115 Coldharbour Rd, Redland. Tel: 0117 909 0357. Web: www.attictea.co.uk • Massive range of Chinese teas: try before buying. THE NAME? ACRONYM FOR ‘ALL THE TEA IN CHINA’
BETTER FOOD CO Bristol Proving House, Sevier St, St Werburghs. Tel: 0117 935 1725; 94 Whiteladies Rd, BS8 2QX. Web: www.betterfood.co.uk • Excellent emporia of all things organic. Fresh fruit and veg from their own garden, local meat, poultry, line-caught fish, artisan bread, deli counter, great cafes. DELIVER FRUIT AND VEG BOXES
BRISTOL FARMERS’ MARKET Corn St, Bristol. Tel: 0117 922 4016 • All produce is grown, reared, caught, brewed, pickled, baked or smoked locally by the stallholders. Massive range, from cheese to fresh fish. BRISTOL SAUSAGE SHOP 28-30 Glass Arcade, St Nicholas Market. Tel: 07817 478302. Web: bristolsausageshop.co.uk • Super-fresh speciality sausages, bacon, condiments, goose fat, and sandwiches/ bangers & mash to take away. Mostly reared, grown, produced or sourced locally. FINEST BLACK PUDDING IN THE WORLD
BRISTOL SLOW FOOD MARKET Corn St. Tel: 0117 922 4014. Web: www. slowfoodbristol.org • The best local, seasonal, traditionally produced food and drink. Hot food too, plus cookery demos. FIRST SUN OF EVERY MONTH 10AM3PM
BRISTOL SWEET MART 80 St Marks Rd, Easton. Tel: 0117 951 2257. Web: www.sweetmart.co.uk • Renowned local institution. Asian, Middle-Eastern, Med and African treats, plus exotic frozen fish.
BORDEAUX QUAY Canons Rd. Tel: 0117 943 1200. Web: www. bordeaux-quay.co.uk • Awesome ecoeatery, with fantastic deli and bakery. Sources the very best local, seasonal, sustainable products, mostly organic.
IF THEY DON’T HAVE IT, THEY’LL DO THEIR BEST TO GET IT FOR YOU
BREADSTORE 45 Gloucester Rd. Tel: 0117 942 1654 • Wonderful selection of loaves and rolls, cakes, croissants, pizzas, pasties.
STEEPED IN HISTORY
HALF-PRICE BARGAIN BASKET AND 6P DOUGHNUT MIDDLES!
BRISTOL CIDER SHOP 7 Christmas Steps, BS1 5BS. Tel: 0117 3821679. Web: www.bristolcidershop.co.uk • This relative newcomer is a must for lovers of draught and bottled cider and perry, stocking 80 varieties of Bristol’s favourite tipple. Everything they sell is made within 40 miles of Bristol and
BRITTAN’S PORK BUTCHERS 17 Wade St, St Judes. Tel: 0117 935 1800 • Sells just about everything pig-related (except the oink). CHANDOS DELI Cabot Circus; Bristol University Sports Centre, Tyndall Ave; 97 Henleaze Rd. Tel: 0117 907 4391; 6 Princess Victoria St, Clifton. Tel: 0117 974 3275; 121 Whiteladies Rd. Tel: 0117 970 6565. Web: www.chandosdeli.com • Popular deli. Eclectic range of cheese, charcuterie, fresh bread, olives, savoury tarts, cakes, fantastic wines, award-winning sandwiches. Products sourced directly from Europe and local producers. BRILLIANT FRESH FISH COUNTER IN CLIFTON VILLAGE BRANCH
Don’t graduate without doing… A cappella Wells Rd, Totterdown • Top ingredients going into top pizzas served by top people. Magic Roll Triangle South & St Thomas Court, Redcliffe • Reassure your folks you’re eating healthily; delicious, addictive rolls made fresh by friendly staff. Grecian Kebab House Cromwell Rd, St Andrews • Flavoursome thin-crust pizzas bringing excellent value-for-money. Bobby’s Christmas Steps • A Bristol institution, over a century old in a building dating back to the 13th century. Vince’s Italian Pasta & Pizza Filton Ave • 24-inch pizzas! Feed your flat (and the rest of the hall).
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DR BURNORIUM’S HOT SAUCE . EMPORIUM Exchange Hall, St Nicholas Market. Tel: 07855 395150. Web: www. hotsauceemporium.co.uk • Around 200 of the world’s finest hot chilli sauces: “Your pain is our pleasure.”
take away or take home, including specialist cheese, sausage, Mediterranean, world food, vegetarian and vegan outlets.
Bristol's bustling Corn Street, home to several markets including Slow Food and Farmers'
T&PA MURRAY BUTCHERS 153 Gloucester Rd. Tel: 0117 942 4025 • Traditional butcher selling additive-free and free-range meats. Deli with chorizo, salamis, parma ham, chutneys, jams.
THE COUNTRY’S ONLY SHOP OF ITS KIND
FREE-RANGE PAVEMENT BARBECUE SAT
EARTHBOUND 8 Abbotsford Rd, Cotham. Tel: 0117 904 2260 • Local organics, good-value wholefoods, fairtrade, fruit and veg, bread, chutneys, jams, pastas and superb chocolates. Specialist bread from the Hart’s Bakery folk.
TEOHS 28-34 Lower Ashley Rd, St Agnes. Tel: 0117 907 1191 • Fabulous emporium for Far Eastern foods and goods, specialising in Thai, Japanese, Chinese, Malaysian, Filipino and Indonesian.
ETHICALLY CAUGHT CANNED FISH, MOSTLY IN ORGANIC OIL
COOKERY SCHOOL TOO
ESSENTIAL TRADING Unit 3, Lodge Causeway Trading Estate, Fishponds. Tel: 0845 458 0201. Web: www. essential-trading.coop • Supplier of natural and organic wholefoods. All products GM-free, many fairtrade. Own-brand range too. HARVEST NATURAL FOODS 11 Gloucester Rd. Tel: 0117 942 5997. Web: www.harvest-bristol.coop • Specialise in vegetarian and vegan wholefoods. Certified organic fresh fruit and veg, dispensing bins for organic nuts, seeds, grains and dried fruit. Deli with fresh rolls, snacks and cakes. Fairtrade chocolates and coffees. GLUTEN/DAIRY/GM-FREE ALTERNATIVES
HERBERTS BAKERY 12 York Rd, Montpelier. Tel: 0117 924 7713. Web: www.herbertsbakery.co.uk • Longestablished, much-loved bakery drawing inspiration from places like Ireland, Tuscany, Greece, Switzerland and USA. KALAHARI MOON 88-91 Covered Market, St Nicholas Market. Tel: 0117 929 9879. Web: www.kalaharimoon. co.uk • South African one-stop shop. LA RUCA 89 Gloucester Rd. Tel: 0117 944 6810. Web: www.laruca.co.uk • Speciality health food shop: globally inspired meals, natural and organic foods, fairtrade, herbs and spices, soups, cheeses, olives and unusual ingredients. Friendly, helpful staff. RENOWNED CHIMICHANGAS
MANOR KITCHEN 3 Soundwell Rd, Staple Hill. Tel: 0117 956 9291. Web: www.manorkitchen.co.uk • Homecured artisan hams, speciality roast meats, handmade pies, deli produce. SUPPORT LOCAL SPECIALIST PRODUCERS
MARK’S BREAD 291 North St, Bedminster. Tel: 07910 979384. Web: www.marksbread.co.uk • Wonderfully flavoursome bread made by wonderfully friendly people using organic flour. LOCAL DELIVERIES MADE ON AUTHENTIC DUTCH BICYCLE!
MEME CHOCOLAT 19 The Mall, Clifton. Tel: 0117 974 7000. Web: www.memechocolat.co.uk • Homage to all
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TOBACCO FACTORY MARKET Tobacco Factory, Raleigh Rd, Southville. Tel: 07974 683038 • Around 25 ethically aware stalls selling everything needed for a scrummy Sunday. Café serves brunch from 10am. EVERY SUN
things choccy. WITH CAFE
OLIVE SHED Princes Wharf. Tel: 0117 929 1960; 123 Gloucester Rd. Tel: 0117 924 0572. Web: www. theoliveshed.com • Fantastically popular dockside restaurant with downstairs deli: tapas – and the odd olive! Wider selection at Gloucester Road. PAECKERT BUTCHERS 230 Cheltenham Rd. Tel: 0117 924 5454 • Impressive selection of homemade sausages, including South African and Spanish. THAT’S THE 50 UP! ORIGINAL BROADMEAD SHOP OPENED 1962
PAPA COSTA DELI 67 Queens Rd, Clifton. Tel: 0117 929 1600 • Fabulous deli, café and takeaway serving full English breakfasts, cheeses and cakes plus continental beers. PAPADELI 84 Alma Rd, Clifton. Tel: 0117 973 6569. Web: www.papadeli.co.uk • Artisan cheeses, excellent charcuterie, antipasti, handmade sweet treats, olives, oils et al. Restaurantquality dishes to eat in or take away. OBSERVER AND GUARDIAN RATED
RADFORD MILL FARM SHOP 39-41 Picton St, Montpelier. Tel: 0117 942 6644 • Friendly organic food suppliers with small café and deli. Vast range of GM-free and organic products at really reasonable prices. RARE BUTCHERS OF SOUTHVILLE 250 North St, Southville. Tel: 0117 966 3593 • Supplies top-notch free-range meat from SW farmers. Livestock welfare a priority, with meat hung and butchered using traditional methods. FOLKS IN TOWN? GET SOME 28-DAYAGED STEAKS IN!
REAL OLIVE COMPANY 40-42 Glass Arcade, St Nicholas Market. Tel:
0117 909 9587; Thornbury Precinct (Sat). Web: www.therealolivecompany.co.uk • Antipasti products plus 50 olive varieties, antipasti and more. SCOOPAWAY HEALTH FOODS 113 Gloucester Rd. Tel: 0117 987 2199 • Independent health food store with fairtrade and ethical emphases. Unfailingly cheerful staff. A MUST-VISIT: SCOOP AS MUCH OR AS LITTLE AS YOU WANT!
SHEEPDROVE ORGANIC FARM FAMILY BUTCHERS 3 Lower Redland Rd. Tel: 0117 973 4643. Web: www.sheepdrove.com • Bristol’s only fully organic butcher. Organic wines, own-brand honey, preserves and flour. SMITHFISH 23 North View, Westbury Park. Tel: 0117 973 1666 • Wonderful, slightly old-fashioned fishmongers with genuine customer service. FAMILY-RUN FOR AROUND 30 YEARS
SOURCE 1-3 Exchange Ave, St Nicholas Market. Tel: 0117 927 2998. Web: www.source-food.co.uk • Foodie heaven so-named to emphasise the link to the produce’s origins. Meat from Barrow Gurney, organic chicken from Chew Valley, top fish counter offering cod cheeks, razor clams and more. AT LEAST SIX DIFFERENT KINDS OF OYSTER DURING OYSTER FESTIVAL 13-17 NOV
SOUTHVILLE DELI 262 North St, Southville. Tel: 0117 966 4507. Web: www.southvilledeli.com • Proper neighbourhood deli. Organic produce, cured meats, salamis, olives, roasted peppers, cured meats, seasonal cheeses and other Mediterranean fare. ALFRESCO AREA, GREAT ESPRESSO
ST NICHOLAS MARKET Corn St • Diverse range of foods to eat in,
TONY’S CARIBBEAN FOOD 128 Grosvenor Rd. Tel: 0117 941 4266 • Absolute gem of a grocery shop selling exotic fresh fruit and veg, spices and fish plus eye-catching rarities like Kool Aid. DROP IN FOR MATOKIE, CHO-CHO AND CALLALOO PLUS BUSTA SWEETS FROM JAMAICA
TOVEY’S SEAFOODS 198-200 Stapleton Rd, Easton. Tel: 0117 951 0987. Web: www.toveys.co.uk • Longestablished, family-run wholesaler: fantastic range of fresh fish and shellfish. Also open to the public. Game and poultry too. TREASURE ISLAND SWEETS 70 Covered Market, St Nicholas Market. Tel: 0117 927 9918. Web: www. treasureislandsweets.co.uk • Oldfashioned confectionery, plus sugar-free and vegetarian sweets. AROUND 600 LINES STOCKED!
TRETHOWAN’S DAIRY SHOP Glass Arcade, St Nicholas Market. Tel: 0117 902 0332 • Great selection of Welsh and seasonal cheeses. Brilliant toasted sarnies plus wedding cakes. CHEESE-TASTING EVENINGS
WAI YEE HONG SUPERMARKET Eastgate Oriental City, Eastgate Rd. Tel: 0845 873 3388. Web: www.waiyeehong. com • Fabulous Chinese supermarket with massive variety of seriously cheap ingredients and equipment. EXOTIC FRESH FRUIT AND VEG A SPECIALITY
WILD OATS 9-11 Lower Redland Rd. Tel: 0117 973 1967. Web: www.wild-oats.co.uk • One of the region’s most comprehensive stocks of natural foods and goodies. Certified organic and GMOfree products wherever possible. Grains, pulses, yogurts, jams, flour, deli products, fresh bread, gourmet sandwiches, soups. Helpful, knowledgeable staff. SPECIAL DIETS CATERED FOR
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to resist the temptation to flex the plastic at some of Bristol and Bath’s finest emporia. At one end of the scale, there’s all the usual big-name, high-street franchise action you can handle at the retail meccas known as Bristol’s Cabot Circus and Bath’s SouthGate; at the other, there are all manner of smaller, quirkier, more individual shops and markets striking a blow for retail independence. Check the following pages for the best places to blow your loan on anything from records and books to trainers, retro fashions and tattoos.
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Bath BATH COMPACT DISCS 11 Broad St. Tel: 01225 464766. Web: www. bathcds.btinternet.co.uk • In its 30th year, founded by Chicago native John Cervenka, this is well established as one of the UK’s leading classical music shops: new and secondhand classical, opera, ballet, you’ll find it all here. BROAD STREET JAZZ 11 Broad St. Tel: 01225 427494. Web: www. broadstreetjazz.co.uk • Jazz. Generally an all-in-one category. So, when it’s broken down as per here – ‘Bop and Modern’, ‘Free Jazz and Avant Garde’, ‘Jazz Rock and Fusion’ and many more – you know you’re in expert hands.
BRISTOL THE BEAT GOES ON 24 Cotham Hill. Tel: 0117 973 7211. Email: mclaren7500@aol.com • Handily placed in student central, with a wealth of new and secondhand vinyl (soul, dance, classic rock, indie, beyond) to swiftly build yourself a hipper-than-thou collection. Same with DVDs, too. CHEMICAL RECORDS Unit C2, St Vincents Trading Estate, Feeder Rd. Tel: 0117 971 4924. Web: www.chemicalrecords.co.uk • Try-before-you-buy listening booths augment all manner of dancecentric vinyl, CDs and MP3s, straddling drum & bass, dubstep, house, techno, hip-hop, electro, breaks, trance and more. Similarly clued up in clubs wear and DJ equipment, it’s little wonder this place tags itself a ‘Music Lifestyle Store’.
DSWAT Unit 34, The Coach House, 2 Upper York St. Tel: 07814 271976. Web: www.dswat.net • Properjob expertise in-house here, run as it is by DJ Parasite of the mighty Death$ucker label, whose Goatlab and Toxic Dancehall nights mapped out the underground rave scene in Bristol. Specialising in breakcore, mash-up, ragga jungle, drum & bass, gabba, dubstep and leftfield electronica, including an excellent selection of local artists and producers. FOPP 27-29 College Green. Tel: 0117 937 7110. Web: www. fopp.com • Oh, you know. Comprehensive – oft cheap – range of CDs , vinyl, books, DVDs and T-shirts. IDLE HANDS 74 Stokes Croft. Tel: 0117 914 7493. Web: www. idlehandsbristol.com • A label for two years, that Idle Hands’ first release was from dubstep pioneer Peverelist should tell you why there was such anticipation when this place opened in February. Drum & bass, house and techno are equally well served. PAYBACK RECORDS 45 St Nicholas Market, Corn St. Tel: 07966 347412 • Old-school vinyl emporium, majoring in reggae but with fine side orders of funk, rock and soul. PLASTIC WAX 222 Cheltenham Rd. Tel: 0117 942 7368. Web: www.plasticwaxrecords.com • Long-established go-to place for eclectic browsing, ranging as it does across every decade and genre. Plenty of bargains to be found amid thousands of releases across vinyl and CDs, with plenty of DVDs besides. PK MUSIC EXCHANGE 51 Gloucester Rd. Tel: 0117 924 1658 • Head
here if you’re looking to buy, trade or sell music, hi-fi gear and DJ equipment. And, while you’re at it, check out the secondhand selection of (largely) dance music. PRIME CUTS 85 Gloucester Rd (below RePsycho Clothing). Tel: 0117 983 0007 • Tucked away beneath the city’s best vintage clothing store, and stocking secondhand vinyl/CDs across whatever genre you care to mention. Good DVD selection, too. PROVIDENCE MUSIC 1 St George’s Rd. Tel: 0117 927 6536. Web: www.providencemusic.co.uk • Huge range of sheet music and tutorial books, plus classical CDs/DVDs and event tickets. RISE 70 Queens Rd, Clifton. Tel: 0117 929 7511. Web: www.rise-music.co.uk • An absolute must-visit. Two large floors stock nonelarger collections of popular and specialist music, DVDs and books (very often at none-cheaper prices), as well as playing host to regular in-store live shows. Not for nothing was this place voted the UK’s Best Independent Music Retailer at the Music Week Awards. ROCK SHOP 63-65 St Nicholas Market. Tel: 0117 927 7300. Web: www.facebook.com/therockshop • That members of Amen and Slipknot stopped by here should tell you just what a rock/metal institution – for both music and merch – this place has become. TUMI Unit 2, Ashmead Business Centre, Ashmead Rd, Keynsham. Tel: 01225 852474. Web: www. tumimusic.com • World music specialists, with the owners particularly expert on the sounds of Latin America. WANTED RECORDS Unit 1, The Covered Market, St Nicholas St. Tel: 0117 929 0524. Web: www.wantedrecords. co.uk • Crate-digging delight here, the daylight home of legendary local Blowpop DJ/promoter John Stapleton. Work your way through a welter of vinyl crossing through rock, jazz, blues, folk, soul, reggae, hip-hop and all things funky. Specialist section for sample-seekers, too.
The real world
• It’s all very well taking an Amazon cruise when you’re looking to bolster your music collection, but you’re missing out on an awful lot. The ‘If you like this, you might also...’ recommendations from online retailers are OK, but nothing beats flicking through the racks to unearth gems – whole genres, even – you’d never even considered. And that’s before you factor in the personal touch: seeking vinyl advice from the none-moreknowledgeable John Stapleton at Wanted Records, talking all things improv at Broad Street Jazz, inquiring about the best of upcoming releases at Rise Records, and so on. Buy from shops and keep your local high street swinging.
Bookshops
Bath AMERICAN DREAM COMICS 72 Walcot St, BA1 5BD. Tel: 01225 424881. Web: www.americandreamcomics.co.uk • A temple to American pop culture selling US candy, cult toys and games plus a wide selection of comics and graphic novels. Friendly and enthusiastic staff on hand plus occasional visits from writers and illustrators. DON’T MISS WORLD FREE COMIC DAY ON THE FIRST SATURDAY IN MAY
Dance music superstore Chemical Records
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BATH OLD BOOKS 9c Margaret’s Buildings, BA1 2LP. Tel: 01225 422244 • Secondhand and antiquarian
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store with very helpful staff whose wide range of reasonably priced books covers everything, though it’s particularly strong on children’s, contemporary fiction and art and architecture.
the fresh coffee, sample the leather chairs and take stock of three floors crammed with every sort of reading delight imaginable (and all with 10% off for NUS) the place will have your vote.
10% DISCOUNT FOR NUS CUSTOMERS
EVERYTHING A GREAT BOOKSHOP SHOULD BE – IT’S OFFICIAL
GEORGE BAYNTUN Manvers St, BA1 1JW. Tel: 01225 466000. Web: www.georgebayntun.com • Topquality antiquarian stockist whose long-established fame for early and first editions of English literature and the best leather-bound volumes attracts customers from all over the world. SHRINE TO THE BOOKBINDER’S CRAFT
GEORGE GREGORY Manvers St, BA1 1JW. Tel: 01225 466000 • Secondhand business in the basement of George Bayntun (above) with a big choice of 19th- and 20th-century fiction, an extensive drama section and plenty of non-fiction paperbacks. GOOD BUY BOOKS 6 North Parade, BA1 1LF. Tel: 01225 469625. Email: mike@goodbuybooks.co.uk • All kinds of books at cut prices from lighttouch chick-lit to coffee table tomes. Students get 10% discount. ITCHY FEET 4 Bartlett St, off George St, BA1 2QZ. Tel: 01225 442618. Web: www.itchyfeet.com • Well-travelled staff at this friendly independent store are happy to help you plan your getaway and furnish you with maps, guides, clothes and all kinds of accessories to help you scratch that itch. JULIAN HOUSE BOOKSHOP 86 Walcot St, Bath, BA1 5BD. Tel: 01225 331114. • The shelves of this well laid-out charity bookshop are groaning with just about every kind of book at knock-down prices – and all for a great cause. MR B’S EMPORIUM OF READING DELIGHTS 14-15 John St, BA1 2JL. Tel: 01225 331155. Web: www.mrbsemporium.com • Not just the best bookshop in Bath – Mr B’s has yet again been named national Independent Bookshop of the Year and once you smell
He is your father: special guests at sci-fi wonderstore Forbidden Planet
OLDFIELD PARK BOOKS 43 Moorland Rd, BA2 3PN. Tel: 01225 427722 • The staff here have one mission – to get that thing you want to read into your hands as quickly as possible. They’ll scour the known world to find little-known obscurities and stuff that’s out of print. And they deliver the goods, too – mostly within 48 hours. OPEN SEVEN DAYS A WEEK
OXFAM BOOKSHOP 4-5 Lower Borough Walls, BA1 1QR. Tel: 01225 469776. Web: www.oxfam.org.uk • Oxfam have got on top of the whole secondhand book thing, and this is a real store, well set out and covering a whole gamut of subjects, especially history. GREAT SELECTION OF VINYL RECORDS TOO
SKOOBS BOOKSTORE Unit 40-42 Guildhall Market, BA2 4AW. Tel: 01225 463133 • There’s something magic about Skoobs, the market bookstall that has all the fiction choices you could imagine, with secondhand copies of even the latest paperback top-seller. And a nice selection of mats and rugs, too. TOPPING & COMPANY 3 The Paragon, BA1 5LS. Tel: 01225 428111. Web: www.toppingbooks.co.uk • The friendliest of independent bookshops devoted to all things printed. Bibliophiles will feel at home within the venerable wood-panelled rooms and mind-boggling stock. Popular ‘meet the author’ evenings this autumn will include Claire Tomalin, Max Hastings and Jeremy Paxman. COFFEE AND TEA are COMPLIMENTARY – SO HELP YOURSELF
WATERSTONE’S 4-5 Milsom St, BA1 1DA. Tel: 0843 290 8139. Web: www.waterstones.com • The Bath Waterstone’s is a megastore, with thousands of titles ranging from top ten
fiction to specialist academic texts, and there’s an in-house Costa coffee shop.
books and graphic novels alongside all the paraphernalia going with fantasy board and card games.
WESLEY OWEN 3-5 Forum Buildings, BA1 1UG. Tel: 01225 315179. Web: www.wesleyowen.com • See Bristol listing.
FREE BOARD GAME EVENINGS ON MONDAYS
WH SMITH 6-7 Union St, BA1 1RW. Tel: 01225 460522. Web: www.whsmith.co.uk • As famous for its stationery, toys and games as it is for books, this high-street institution is worth checking for maps and guidebooks as well as popular fiction and best-selling cookbooks.
Bristol AREA 51 230 Gloucester Rd, BS7 8NZ. Tel: 0117 924 4655. Web: www.area51online.co.uk • Portal to another universe, Area 51 houses comic
ARNOLFINI 16 Narrow Quay, BS1 4QA. Tel: 0117 917 2300. Web: www.arnolfini.org.uk • Keeps an impressively current stock of books on and by some of the greatest contemporary figures in the world of art and culture. There’s a dazzling array of art magazines from around the world and a small but perfectly chosen selection of fiction, poetry and drama. UBERSTYLISH WRAPPING PAPER AND CARDS
AVON BOOKS 4 Waterloo Rd, Clifton, BS8 4BT. Tel: 0117 973 9848. • A classic secondhand bookshop, offering books across all categories at surprisingly reasonable prices.
Independents’ day • Support your local bookshop! If you haven’t yet discovered their joys, then find your way to one of the many delightful independent bookshops still thriving across Bristol and Bath. Drink in the atmosphere of true bibliophilia from intelligently sourced shelves and enthusiastic staff and make sure you do your bit. In these Kindling times it’s places like the fabulous Mr B’s Emporium, the stylish Bloom & Curll, the arcane Mighty Miniature Bookspace and the ever-welcoming Toppings that will be in the recessionary frontline. Use them or lose them! We shall not see their like again.
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BEWARE OF THE LEOPARD BOOKS 66-69 77 Covered Market, St Nicholas Market, BS1 1JG. Tel: 0117 925 7277 • A browser’s paradise – even the most focused customer will find their eye caught by the array of stock on the shelves of this market stall. As well as general fiction, there’s a great stock of technical and vocational books and an especially good music section. BISHOPSTON BOOKS 259 Gloucester Rd, BS7 8NY. Tel: 0117 944 5303. Web: www.bishopstonbooks.com • It might look small but membership of the World Book Market means Bishopston Books can connect you with a global network of secondhand sellers. LOOK UP THE WEBSITE FOR FULL ACCESS TO THE STOCK LIST
BLACKWELL 87 Park St, BS1 5PW. Tel: 0117 927 6602; UWE, Coldharbour Lane, BS16 1QY. Tel: 0117 965 2573. Web: www.blackwell.co.uk • They may have downsized for Jamie but Blackwell’s Bookshop still maintains a comprehensive stock of fiction and non-fiction and aims to ensure that every student can get whatever textbooks they need. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF ONE OF THE CITY’S FASTEST BOOK ORDERING SERVICES
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BLOOM & CURLL 74, Colston St, Bristol BS1 5BB. Tel: 0117 376 3303 • Full of character with a great selection of new and used books and the friendliest service.
independent has a wide-ranging stock with big children’s and sheet music sections. They’re always happy to order what they don’t have in stock and do their best to have it by the next day.
BOOKS FOR AMNESTY 103 Gloucester Rd, BS7 8AT. Tel: 0117 942 2969. Web: www.booksforamnestybristol. org.uk • A legend among charity bookshops, this one, thanks to its huge stocks and wide range of reading matter at very reasonable prices. Friendly volunteer staff will always help you to track down the thing you want (if they have it).
FORBIDDEN PLANET 4&5 Clifton Heights, Triangle West, BS8 1EJ. Tel: 0117 929 7767. Web: www. forbiddenplanet.com • Shrine to all things sci-fi and fantasy with a comprehensive stock of classic and contemporary comics and graphic novels, game gear and cult movie DVDs. Members of certain university societies can get discounts on selected material.
THERE’S CDS AND VINYL IN THE MUSIC SECTION TOO
BOOTY 82 Colston St, BS7 8AT. Tel: 0117 933 0909; Web: www.facebook.com/booty. bristol • There’s all sorts of stuff to be found in Booty, with new and secondhand books nestling alongside retro-clothing, classic vinyl and CDs and any amount of tantalising kitsch. DURDHAM DOWN BOOKSHOP 39 North View, Westbury Park, BS6 7PY. Tel: 0117 973 9095. Email: shop@ durdhamdownbooks.co.uk • Very much part of the local community, this splendid
OCCASIONAL AUTHOR AND ARTIST SIGNINGS
FOYLES 6 Quakers Friars, Cabot Circus, BS1 3BU. Tel: 0117 376 3975. Web: www.foyles.co.uk/ bookstore-bristol • Bookseller of the Year 2010 stocking a range of subjects including law, medicine, science and philosophy plus large fiction section. 10% STUDENT DISCOUNT
THE MIGHTY MINIATURE BOOKSPACE 182 Cheltenham Rd, BS6 5RB. Tel: 0117 944 3100 • Microstore stocking only the best
Bath markets • Nurture the Lovejoy within with a stroll around the almost-visible-from-space Giant Flea & Vintage Market held at Bath Racecourse. A whopping 250 stalls promise every antique you can imagine (and probably some you can’t). Staged roughly once a month, check the website for dates. Back in town, Green Park Station’s Saturday market boasts farmers’ fare amid 60 stalls with shopping on offer throughout the week. The city’s Guildhall Market hosts some charming specialist craft, book and fancy dress shops, as well as sporting a café and a deli.
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quality secondhand and vintage fiction, cult books and philosophy. They have an eye for the collectable, too, so bibliophiles can expect to find some juicy stuff.
Kingswood, BS15 8LP. Tel: 0117 961 2251; The Mall, Cribbs Causeway, BS34 5GG. Tel: 0117 950 9525. Web: www.whsmith.co.uk • See Bath listing.
OXFAM BOOKSHOPS 1 Queens Rd, BS8 1QE. Tel: 0117 929 4890; 1 Canford Lane, Westbury-on-Trym, BS9 3DB. Tel: 0117 950 2146; 26 Princess Victoria St, BS8 4BU. Tel: 0117 946 7926. Web: www. oxfam.org.uk • It’s a very good cause, of course, but also a very well organised business when it comes to secondhand books – a good range, well set out and with helpful staff. Lots of music at the Westbury branch – sheet music, vinyl and CDs.
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STANFORDS 29 Corn St, BS1 1HT. Tel: 0117 929 9966. Web: www.stanfords.co.uk • From a street plan of Beijing to a route map to Machu Pichu or an A-to-Z of Bristol and Bath, the odds are Stanfords’ll have it, with atlases, travel guides and fiction linked to global destinations. There’s an NUS discount of 10%, too. CHAT TO TRAVEL-SAVVY STAFF FOR INSIDE INFO ON WHEREVER YOU’RE HEADED
WATERSTONE’S 11a Union Gallery, Broadmead, BS1 3XD. Tel: 0843 290 8185; 33 The Mall, Cribbs Causeway, BS34 5GF. Tel: 0843 290 8183. Web: www.waterstones.com • There’s no dedicated university Waterstone’s any more, so the Galleries branch has taken on all their academic stock and updated it for reading lists from both Bristol University and UWE. It’s a big store, with extensive fiction and non-fiction across all genres. WESLEY OWEN 60 Park St, BS1 5JN. Tel: 0117 926 4426. Web: www.wesleyowen.com • One of a national chain of Christian bookshops offering academic texts, bibles, children’s books and other literature as well as DVDs and religious music CDs. WH SMITH 24 Clifton Down Rd, BS8 2NN. Tel: 0117 973 5063; The Galleries, Broadmead, BS1 3XB. Tel: 0117 925 2152; Kings Chase Shopping Centre,
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Bath APPY DAZE 4 London St, BA1 5BU. Tel: 01225 789795 • Bath’s original head shop stuffed with smoking paraphernalia a-plenty. BARTLETT ST ANTIQUES MARKET 5-10 Bartlett St, BA1 2QZ • This big market plays host to dozens of antiques dealers. Open every day but Sunday. LOVELY FOR AFTERNOON STROLLS
BATH FLEA MARKET Walcot St, BA1 5BW • Cheap but individual furniture on a budget and fantastic vintage clothing. EVERY SATURDAY
BIJOUX BEADS 2 Abbey St, BA1 1NN. Tel: 01225 482024. Web: www.bijouxbeads.co.uk • Beads and jewellery, plus kits, books and jewellerymaking classes. BLOWOUT SAX South Lodge, North Parade, BA2 4EU. Tel: 01225 339007. Web: www.blowoutsax.com • Cute little shop. Lessons for sale as a gift – and they’re the very best saxophone teachers.
www.cigar-connoisseur.co.uk • Eminent tobacconist for over 100 years, stocking around 20 pipes and 30 baccies plus papers. FUNTASTIC 9 & 22-25 Guildhall Market, BA2 4AW. Tel: 01225 442916 • Two shops in this lovely market, one selling party stuff like balloons and streamers, the other selling affordable and fun fancy dress.
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DICK WILLOW’S FARM SHOP Box Rd, Bathford, BA1 7LR. Tel: 01225 859780. Web: www.dickwillows.com• Fresh veg, cheeses, chutneys and cider in the farm shop; florist, cycle shop, boutique and art workshop also on site.
GENESIS FURNITURE PROJECT 31a West Ave, BA2 3QB. Tel: 01225 421111. Email: furniture@genesistrust.org.uk. Web: on way • Large range of recycled donated household items, from fridges and cookers to bedroom furniture.
EUREKA TRADING 9-10 The High St, BA1 5AQ. Tel: 01225 462259 • Ethnic bits and pieces – accessories, bedding, ornaments and jewellery from India and Asia.
GIANT FLEA & VINTAGE MARKET Bath Racecourse, Lansdown, BA1 9BU. Web: www.bathfleamarket.co.uk • While away a pleasant Sunday (9am-4pm) browsing through 250 stalls offering everything vintage, antique and shabby chic. Next dates 23 Oct and 13 Nov.
FREDERICK TRANTER 5 Church St, BA1 1NL. Tel: 01225 466197. Web:
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GREEN PARK MARKET Green Park Station, BA1 1JB Web: www. greenparkstation.co.uk • Busy daily with stalls selling crafts, clothes, pottery, books, records, gourmet food. Farmers’ Market on Saturdays, with local and organic produce from 60 stalls. Vintage and antiques market on last Sunday monthly. HARVEST 37 Walcot St, BA1 5BN. Tel: 01225 465519. Web: www.harvest-bath.coop • One of the country’s longest-established whole food stores, also home to ethical household goods and beauty products. NUS DISCOUNT 10%
LONDON CAMERA EXCHANGE 13 Cheap St, BA1 1NB. Tel: 01225 462234. Web: www.lcegroup.co.uk • Family-owned chain stocking everything from brand new digital cameras to secondhand models and accessories. Development and printing. MINERVA ART SUPPLIES 12A Trim St, BA1 1HB. Tel: 01225 464054. Web: www.minervaartsupplies.co.uk • Friendly art shop, with a wide range of
Festive delights If you’re into books and authors, then keep your eye out all year round for book signings and discussions with writers around Bristol and Bath, but litfests are the really big fix and hereabouts we’re surprisingly well-blessed in that respect. This year’s Bristol Poetry Festival’s just gone, but there’s also the Times Cheltenham Literature Festival (7-16 Oct), the Bath Literature Festival (25 Feb-6 Mar) and the legendary Hay Festival (31 May-10 June) – dubbed “the Woodstock of the mind” by Bill Clinton. And don’t forget Stokes Croft’s uniquely characterful Bristol Anarchist Bookfair (May, tbc).
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MONTANA STUDIOS 14a Westgate Buildings, BA1 1EB. Tel: 01225 789911. Web: www.montana-tattoo.com • Specialises in freehand, custom, Oriental, tribal, portraits, Maori, Polynesian and biomechanical. Also includes piercing studio. STUDENT DISCOUNT
ON THE VIDEO FRONT 7 Terrace Walk, BA1 1LN. Tel: 01225 462033 • Fantastic range of titles from this independent video store – heaven for film buffs. Owner Philip Raby also runs film classes. ALL FILMS ON WEDNESDAY ARE £1
OXFAM 12 Argyle St, BA2 4BQ. Tel: 01225 466798; 12a George St, BA1 2EH. Tel: 01225 464838; 4-5 Lower Borough Walls, BA1 1QR. Tel: 01225 469776 • More designer labels then you’d normally find in charity shops. Shop or volunteer – it’s all good. GEORGE ST BOUTIQUE MAINLY STOCKS EXPENSIVE TREASURES
PINK ART 9a York St. Tel: 01225 330121 • Cute shop round the corner from the Baths that sells ‘gifts from the heart’ including jewellery, decorations and fused-glass pieces. SOUNDS INTERNATIONAL 5 Monmouth Pl, BA1 2AT. Tel: 01225 319979. Web: www.soundsinternational.co.uk • New guitars, bass, amps, drums, percussion, brass, woodwind, keyboards, electrical pianos and accessories. Some sheet music. Discounts available. HELPFUL STAFF
VINTAGE & RARE GUITARS 11 Queen St, BA1 1HE. Tel: 01225 463777. Web: www.vintageandrareguitars.com • Extraordinary range of top-quality used and vintage guitars, basses and boutique FX pedals. STUDENT FRIENDLY
BRISTOL 50:50 8 Park St, BS1 5HR. Tel: 0117 930 4990. Web: www.5050store.com • Independent store run by skaters for skaters: the best place in town for all your board needs. AREA 51 230 Gloucester Rd, BS7 8NZ. Tel: 0117 924 4655. Web: area51online.co.uk • See Bookshops. ARNOLFINI 16 Narrow Quay, BS1 4QA. Tel: 0117 9172300. Web: www.arnolfini.org.uk • See Bookshops. ART@BRISTOL 44 Gloucester Rd, BS7 8AR. Tel: 0117 923 2259. Web: www.artatbristol.co.uk • Lovely,
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ARTRAGEOUS Scrapstore House, Sevier St, BS2 9LB. Tel: 0117 914 3025. Web: www. childrensscrapstore.co.uk • Art-and-crafts store providing art supplies and great gifts. Profits go to local charity Children’s Scrapstore. AV BRISTOL The Malt House, Burnford St, BS3 2AW. Tel: 0844 800 6598. Web: www.avbristol. co.uk • CD players, iPod docks, speakers and more from top brands at good prices. NUS discount. BIKEWORKSHOP 88 Colston St, BS1 5BB.Tel: 0117 926 8961. Web: www.bikeworkshop.co.uk • See Transport. BISHOPSTON TRADING 193 Gloucester Rd, BS7 8BG. Tel: 0117 924 5598. Web: www.bishopstontrading.co.uk • Fairtrade co-operative supplying organic, hand-woven cotton clothing. PROVIDES EMPLOYMENT FOR A SOUTHERN INDIAN VILLAGE
BRISTOL FLEA & VINTAGE MARKET Dolman Exhibition Hall, Ashton Gate Stadium, Ashton Rd, BS3 2EJ. Web: www. bathfleamarket.co.uk • The second Sunday monthly sees 100 stalls selling all sorts of fascinating antiques and unique items from 9am-2.30pm. BRISTOL KITE STORE 39a Cotham Hill, BS6 6JY. Tel: 0117 974 5010. Web: www.kitestore.co.uk • Hi-tech sports kites, plus kids’ kites for the timid. BRISTOL UNI KITESOC MEMBERS GET A DISCOUNT
BRISTOL MUSIC ROOM 30 College Green, BS1 5TB. Tel: 0117 929 0390. Web: www.musicroom.com • Woodwind, brass, guitars, digital pianos and accessories, woodwind and brass repairs, drums and digital drums. 10% NUS DISCOUNT ON SHEET MUSIC
CARTRIDGE RIGHT 53 Gloucester Rd, BS7 8AD. Tel: 0117 924 8888; 526 Filton Ave, Filton, BS7 OQE. Tel: 0117 979 9547; 9 Regent St, Kingswood, BS15 8JX. Tel: 0117 967 6767 • Print cartridge supplies and computer (PC and Mac) repairs. New and reconditioned computers sold. CARTRIDGE WORLD 28 Temple St, Keynsham, BS31 1EH. Tel: 0117 986 8686; 184 Wells Rd, Totterdown, BS4 2AL. Tel: 0117 971 9305. Web: www. cartridgeworld.co.uk • Refill your printer cartridges here. SAVE UP TO 60% COMPARED TO BUYING NEW
CLIFTON ROCKS 100 Queens Rd, Clifton, BS8 1NF. Tel: 0117 973 1342. Web: www.cliftonrocks.co.uk
• Vintage and contemporary jewellery shop. Also offers commissions, repairs and alterations. Exhibits jewellery by local and national designers. 5% NUS discount. DIGITAL VILLAGE 21, The Mall, Clifton Village, BS8 4JG. Tel: 0117 946 7700. Web: www.dv247.com • Local outlet of nationwide retailer selling digital music equipment including instruments, studio and recording equipment, DJ equipment and software, guitars and drums. DRUM BANK MUSIC 203 Gloucester Rd, BS7 8NN. Tel: 0117 975 5366. Web: www.drumbankmusic.co.uk • Drummers well catered for (including digital kits). Percussion, PAs, FX and amps. Student discount. TUITION AVAILABLE
DUNMORE-CUEVAS Web: www.dunmore-cuevas.com • Chilean artist Vivi Cuevas’s funky ‘hichi’ soft toys combine art with adorability. Suitable for all ages, each is unique and handmade from felt with individual commissions available. Prices range from £8-£20. Joseph Dunmore’s original artwork includes paintings, linocuts and digital prints. GIFTS DON’T GET COOLER THAN THESE
EASY RUNNER 6 Horfield Rd, off St Michaels Hill, BS2 8EA. Tel: 0117 929 7787. Web: www.easyrunner. co.uk • Expert advice, plus all the trainers and equipment you’ll need if you take your running seriously. NUS DISCOUNT 10%
EMMAUS BRISTOL Barton Manor, St Philips, BS2 0RL. Tel: 0117 954 0886. Web: www.emmausbristol. org.uk • Local charity that gives work to formerly homeless people reconditioning secondhand furniture for re-sale. ALL PROFITS TO CHARITY
FORBIDDEN PLANET 4&5 Clifton Heights, Triangle West, BS8 1EJ. Tel: 0117 929 7767. Web: www. forbiddenplanet.com • See Bookshops.
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• Whether you’re kitting out your bedroom walls, wardrobe, living room or kitchen shelves, St Nicholas Market brings you the weird and the wonderful from Monday to Saturday. One of the country’s 10 best (so says the Guardian) and boasting Bristol’s biggest collection of independent traders: drop in for clothing, clairvoyancy and cycling, flowers, fossils and falafels, as well as stash boxes, scrapbooking and spiked collars. All forms of human life are here. Over at Bristol City FC’s Ashton Gate Stadium, a monthly Bristol Flea and Vintage Market provides 100 stalls offering similarly wide variety.
FOYLES 6 Quakers Friars, Cabot Circus, BS1 3BU. Tel: 0117 376 3975. Web: www.foyles.co.uk/ bookstore-bristol • See Bookshops. GHANA GOODS 52 Averay Rd, Stapleton, BS16 1BH. Tel: 0117 935 4132. Web: www.ghanagoods.com • Rich selection of drums, percussion instruments, bells and xylophones in this West African-inspired shop. HAROLD HOCKEY 170-174 Whiteladies Rd, BS8 2XX. Tel: 0117 973 5988. Web: www.haroldhockey.com • Art materials and stationery from this family business. HARVEST 11 Gloucester Rd, BS7 8AA. Tel: 0117 942 5997. Web: www.harvest-bristol.coop • See Bath listing.
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HOBGOBLIN MUSIC 36 Park St. BS1 5JG. Tel: 0845 130 9500. Web: www.hobgoblin.com • Long-time acoustic suppliers selling guitars, accordions, Celtic harps, mandolins, ukuleles, bagpipes and accessories.
IOTA BRISTOL 167 Gloucester Rd, BS7 8BE. Tel: 0117 924 4911. Web: iotabristol.com • Everything from jewellery and cool handbags to fauxvintage kitchen accoutrements. Stationery and cards, too.
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HOLEY SKIN 285b Gloucester Rd, BS7 8NY. Tel: 0117 377 0613; (Angels at Holey Skin) 367 Bath Rd, Arnos Vale, BS4 3EW. Tel: 0117 907 6567; (Pins & Needles) 162 Lawrence Hill. Tel: 0117 907 6568. Web: www.holeyskin.com • Specialist tattooists also offering body piercing and jewellery. FUNKY PHOTOS ON FACEBOOK PAGE
KATZE 55 Gloucester Rd, BS7 8AD. Tel: 0117 942 5625 • Variety of Fairtrade clothes plus body jewellery, studs and silver jewellery. Cards, wrap, gifts, bags and scarves. UV MAKE-UP FOR PARTIES
LIMETREE GALLERY 84-86 Hotwell Rd, BS8 4UB. Tel: 0117 929 2527. Web: www.limetreegallery.com • Beautiful, contemporary fine art.
ID EST SU69A, Glasswalk, Cabot Circus, BS1 3BQ. Tel: 0117 927 2850. Web: www.iebristol. com • Heaven for gadget lovers stocking the latest in design and technology, from hi-tech watches to fun novelty stuff.
LONDON CAMERA EXCHANGE 53 The Horsefair, BS1 3JP. Tel: 0117 927 6185; 3 Alliance House, Baldwin St, BS1 1SA. Tel: 0117 929 1935. Web: www.lcegroup.co.uk • See Bath listing.
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IKEA Eastgate Centre, Eastgate Rd, Eastville, BS5 6XX. Tel: 0845 355 2264. Web: www.ikea.com • Student staple: brighten up your life with some modern furniture, sold in handy flat packs for unbelievable prices.
MICKLEBURGH 1-9 Stokes Croft, BS1 3PL. Tel: 0117 924 1151. Web: www.mickleburgh.co.uk • Established in 1870, stocking pianos, banjos, mandolins, guitars, violins, woodwind, brass and percussion, plus large sheet music dept.
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MUD DOCK CYCLEWORKS & CAFE 40 The Grove, BS1 4RB. Tel: 0117 929 2151.
Web: www.mud-dock.co.uk • See Transport. NEAL’S YARD REMEDIES 126 Whiteladies Rd, BS8 2RP. Tel: 0117 946 6034. Web: www.nealsyardremedies.com • Alternative health heaven.
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OXFAM 61-63 Cotham Hill, BS6 6JR. Tel: 0117 946 7443; 26 Princess Victoria St, BS8 4BU. Tel: 0117 946 7926; 1 Queen’s Rd, BS8 1QE. Tel: 0117 929 4890; 11 Regent St, BS8 4BW. Tel: 0117 973 9684; 77 Park Street, BS1 5PF. Tel: 0117 929 2991 • Jewellery, music, books and secondhand clothes at low prices from this international charity. PAUL ROBERTS HI-FI 31-33 Gloucester Rd, BS7 8AA. Tel: 0117 942 9370. Web: www.paulrobertshifi.co.uk • Local electronics specialist with a great range of mini hi-fis, digital radios and enormous TVs. OCCASIONAL STUDENT DISCOUNT
PAULA BOWLES ILLUSTRATION Web: www.paulabowles.co.uk • Established star in Bristol’s renowned illustration scene whose books are on sale in New York! Her website offers original artwork, prints, cards, pocket stories and more. SIGNED COPIES ALSO AVAILABLE
PHOTOGRAPHIQUE 31 Baldwin St, Bristol, BS1 1RG. Tel: 0117 930 0622. Web: www.photographique.co.uk • Specialist photography shop offering digital and film printing, scanning and archiving and framing services. Also state-of-the-art studio for family portraits, actor/model portfolios etc. 10% STUDENT DISCOUNT ON FILM PROCESSING AND PRINTING
PRIMATE SPORTS Tel: 0845 450 1008. Web: www. primatesports.co.uk • Team strip supplier plus embroidery service for hoodies, team kits etc. RETRO AT ZION Zion Bristol, Bishopsworth Rd, Bedminster Down, BS13 7JW. Tel: 0117 923 1212. Web: www.zionbristol.co.uk • Stuffed with 50s-80s collectables in multi-faceted community art space. Classic designer homeware, kitchenware, books and American clothing including Adidas and Fred Perry. Also stock contemporary art and illustrations. RICHER SOUNDS 143 Whiteladies Rd, BS8 2QB. Tel: 0333 900 0024. Web: www.richersounds.com • Huge range of hi-fis, plus plasma tellies, music equipment, other electrical bits and pieces. CHECK WEBSITE FOR DEALS
RIKAXXE MUSIC 50 Bond St, BS1 3CZ. Tel: 0117 929 8481 • Guitars, amps, FX, studio gear and great prices. Full set-up and repair service. FRIENDLY ADVICE FROM EXPERT STAFF FOR PROS AND BEGINNERS
ROLLERMANIA 62 Park Row, BS1 5LE. Tel: 0117 927 9981. Web: www.rollermania.com • Rollerskates, inline skates, ice skates, long boards and skateboards, plus footwear, clothing and equipment.
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SHARK BITE SURF, SNOW & SKATE CENTRE 68 Park Row, BS1 5LE. Tel: 0117 929 9211. Web: www.sharkbite.co.uk • All kinds of boards, clothing and accessories for hardcore riders looking for an adrenaline rush.
VILLAGE 2a Boyces Ave, Clifton, BS8 4AA. Tel: 0117 908 0007 • Lots of funky gift ideas, women’s and children’s clothes, bags and jewellery.
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SOUKOUS 44a-46 Cotham Hill, BS6 6LA. Tel: 0117 923 9854. Web: www.soukous.co.uk • Gorgeous gifts for the home as well as trinkets and jewellery. POSSIBLY THE PINKEST SHOP IN EXISTENCE!
SNOW AND ROCK Units 1-3, Shield Retail Centre, Link Rd, Filton, BS34 7BR. Tel: 0117 914 3000. Web: www.snowandrock.com • Superstore branch of national chain selling winter sports and outdoor specialist products. Workshop for repairs and servicing. SWIFT MUSIC 63 Shirehampton Rd, Stoke Bishop, BS9 2DW. Tel: 0117 968 8427. Web: www. swiftmusic.co.uk • Major Christian centre for all things keyboard/piano/organrelated. TANTRA COMPUTERS 48 Kensington Park Rd, Brislington, BS4 3HU. Tel: 0117 972 4708. Web: www.tantra. co.uk • Apple Mac sanctuary where all is shiny and modern. Helpful staff. VARIOUS SOFTWARE DEALS FOR STUDENTS
TATTOO STUDIO 232 Cheltenham Rd, BS6 5QU. Tel: 0117 907 7407. Web: www.tattoo-bristol.co.uk • Get some ink or some metal with body piercing from Dr Bob and custom tattooing from Ben Boston. TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE E Shed, Canons Rd, BS1 5TX. Tel: 0906 711 2191 (calls charged at 50p per minute plus network charges.) Email: ticharbourside@ destinationbristol.co.uk Web: www. visitbristol.co.uk • T-shirts, mugs, fridge magnets, postcards and funky bits and bobs featuring Bristol institutions like Wallace & Gromit, the ss Great Britain and Banksy sold by Venueland’s most chic staff. French also spoken – ooh la la! STOCKS GUILBERT’S CHOCOLATES – HANDMADE IN BRISTOL
TREBLEROCK 38a Princess Victoria St, Clifton, BS8 4BZ. Tel: 0117 973 7666. Web: www.treblerock.com • Well-stocked music shop specialising in USAmade guitars and amps, plus accessories and guitar lessons. Move made to bigger premises since last year. A GUITARIST’S DREAM COME TRUE
TWENTIETH CENTURY FLICKS 3 Richmond Terrace, Clifton, BS8 1AB. Tel: 0117 974 2570. Web: www.20thcenturyflicks.co.uk • Huge range of videos and DVDs for hire, from American big budget to local arthouse
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WATERSHED 1 Canons Rd, Harbourside, BS1 5TX. Tel: 0117 927 5100. Web: www.watershed.co.uk • Bristol’s arthouse cinema/bar also has a nice little shop in the foyer, with cinematic-themed postcards and hard-to-find DVDs. WESTCOM (SW) LTD 7 The Mall, Clifton, BS8 4DP. Tel: 0117 985 0383. Web: www.westcom-orange.com • Mobile phone shop including Orange-approved dealership and Nokia Care Point. Also stocks other networks and offers impartial advice, tariff analysis and installation team.
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Bath All Saints Unit SU1 1 St Lawrence St, BA1 1AN. Tel: 01225 823080. Web: www.allsaintsshop.co.uk • Individual, edgy style for men and women. Can be a bit pricey, but good quality. Animal 13 St Lawrence St, BA1 1AN. Tel: 01225 422019. Web: www.animal.co.uk. • Surf, snow, bike and board sport inspired clothing. 10% STUDENT DISCOUNT
Banana Republic 24-26 Union St, BA1 1RS. Tel: 01225 429 559. Web: www.bananarepublic.co.uk • Great place for good quality basics.
Bag it in Bath • You can’t spend a day in Bath without doing a spot of vintage shopping and browsing the upmarket boutiques. First head to The Yellow Shop on Walcot St followed by Scarlett Vintage on Queen Street for a good mix of sophisticated and funky pre-loved clothing fit for the student budget. For upmarket boutiques to drool over, head to Mee on Bartlett Street or SW71 on New Bond Street. Finally, make sure you pop into Traffic and Banana Republic, two stores that can’t be found anywhere else in the UK outside London.
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Burton 24-25 Stall St, BA1 ITG. Tel: 01225 447 978. Web: www.burton.co.uk• see Bristol listing. Cath Kidston 3 Broad St, BA1 5LJ, Tel: 01225 331 006. Web: www.cathkidston.co.uk •Quintessentially English prints adorning everything from dresses to pyjamas. Cult 2 St Lawrence St, BA1 5AP. Tel: 01225 421 935. Web: www.cult.co.uk • Urban casual wear from brands including Superdry, Motel and Paul’s Boutique. Debenhams 17 SouthGate Pl, BA1 1AP. Tel: 0844 561 6161. Web: www.debenhams.com • Department store selling the usual range of brands for men and women. Detour 20 Broad St, BA1 5LN. Tel: 01225 471 998. Web: www.detourskatestore.co.uk • Independent skate shop and haven for skaters. Brands sold include: Alife, Carhartt, Obey, Stussy and WeSC. Fabulous 16 SouthGate Pl, SouthGate, BA1
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1AP. Tel: 01225 330 333. Web: www. fabulouscollections.co.uk • Contemporary designer jewellery store selling designers such as Pandora and Thomas Sabo. Gaff 29 Upper Borough Walls, BA1 1RG. Tel: 01225 448 585. Web: www.gaff-clothing. com • Independent boutique primarily selling denim and other casual wear. H&M 16-18 St Lawrence St, BA1 1AN. Tel: 01225 823 020; 40-42 SouthGate Centre, BA1 1TG. Tel: 01225 474411 Web: www.hm.com • Huge store bursting with cheap, fast fashion. Instant Vintage 6 George St, BA1 2EH. Tel: 01225 444 608. Web: www.instantvintage.co.uk • Really girly boutique selling their own-label, vintage-inspired clothing at a great price. Jack Wills 1 New Bond St, BA1 1BL. Tel: 01225 445 698. Web: www.jackwills.com • Expensive preppy clothing: predominantly sells hoodies, jersey tops and gilets. Jollys 13 Milsom St, BA1 1DE. Tel: 0844 800 3704. Web: www.houseoffraser.co.uk • See Bristol listing. Mee Bartlett St, BA1 2QZ. Tel: 01225 442 250. Web: www.meeboutique.com • Really lovely boutique selling all things sparkly as well as scented candles and frilly undies. Mint Manvers St, BA1 1JQ. Tel: O1225 427 516. Web: www.mintbath.com • Cute store selling vintage clothes and accessories. OWNED BY BATH FASHION BLOGGER THE FLOWER GIRL
Office Shoes 3 Burton St, BA1 1BN. Tel: 01225 466 055. Web: www.office.co.uk • Fashionable shoes for men and women. Also stocks a large selection of Converse in every imaginable colour. 10% STUDENT DISCOUNT
Pink Lemons Too 3 Lower Church St, BA1 1NL. Tel: 01225 424 310. Web: www.pinklemons.uk.com • Great little shop selling clothes and accessories, perfect for the student budget and different from the high street. Pretty Eccentric Little SouthGate, BA1 1AS. Tel: 07870 607925. Web: www.prettyeccentric.co.uk • Fashion and accessories to make you stand out from the crowd. 10% STUDENT DISCOUNT
Republic 5 St Lawrence St, SouthGate, BA1 1AN. Tel: 01225 337 198. Web: www.republic.co.uk • Branded fashion for men and women including Diesel, Bench and Miso. 10% STUDENT DISCOUNT
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Route One 24 Harris Court, Little SouthGate, BA1 1AS. Tel: 01225 338 641. Web: www. routeone.co.uk • State-of-the-art store selling street and skate wear for men. Womenswear online and can be ordered and paid for via in-store iPads.
Quintessentially English prints all over everything at Cath Kidston
Sassy and Boo 16 Margarets Buildings, BA1 2LP. Tel: 01225 447938; 13 Milsom Pl, BA1 1BZ. Tel: 01225 489 000. Web: www.sassyandboo.com. • Mix of vintage accessories and vintage inspired clothing for women. Scarlett Vintage Queen St, BA1 1HE. Tel: 01225 338 677. Web: www.scarletvintage.co.uk • Fab small vintage store that sells good quality vintage clothing. Seen To Be Different 35 Walcot St,BA1 5BN. Tel: 01225 480 660. Web: www.seentobedifferent.com • Quirky little store selling new and pre-loved clothing and accessories for women. SW71 11 New Bond St, BA1 1BE. Tel: 01225 447 680. Web: www.sw71.co.uk • Save your pennies to shop here for good quality men’s suiting and casual-wear.
A/Wear Unit SU10, Cabot Circus, BS1 3BF. Tel: 0117 980 0310. Web: www.awear.com • On-trend fashion for women at great prices.
Topshop and Topman 10-11 SouthGate, BA1 1PQ. Tel: 01225 461546. Web: www.topman.com • For the fashion conscious.
Bank Unit SU17, Cabot Circus, BS1 3BF. Tel: 0117 929 1827. Web: www.bankfashion.co.uk • Branded clothing including Super Dry, Pauls Boutique and Lipsey.
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Traffic People 26 Milsom Pl, BA1 1BZ. Tel: 01225 316381. Web: www.trafficpeople.co.uk • Womenswear store selling quirky clothing with a vintage feel. ONLY UK BRANCH OUTSIDE LONDON
Urban Outfitters 10 SouthGate Pl, BA1 1AQ. Tel: 01225 787 480. Web: www.urbanoutfitters.co.uk • Popular American store selling edgy fashions to the cool kids. 10% STUDENT DISCOUNT OFF FULL PRICE AND SALE ITEMS
Uttam London 12-13 The Corridor, BA1 5AP. Tel: 01225 442 227. Web: www.uttamdirect.com • Quirky, young, fast fashion at a reasonable price.
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BS8 34 Park St, BS1 5JG. Tel: 0117 930 4836. • Great collection of independent stores all under one roof, selling everything from street and skate-wear to retro, bohemian and vintage clothing. Burton Unit Su35, Cabot Circus, BS1 3BA. Tel: 0117 926 8282; Unit 122 Upper Level, The Mall, Cribbs Causeway, BS34 5UP. Tel: 0117 950 0513. Web: www.burton.co.uk • Reasonably priced men’s fashion covering casual wear and suiting. 10% STUDENT DISCOUNT
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Cath Kidston 79 Park St, BS1 5PF. Tel: 0117 930 4722. Web: www.cathkidston.co.uk • See Bath listing.
The Yellow Shop 72 Walcot St, BA1 5BD. Tel: 01225 404001. Web: www.myspace.com/yellowshop • Retro store for men and women, crammed full of vintage clothing and accessories.
Clifton Rocks 100 Queens Rd, Clifton, BS8 1NF. Tel: 0117 973 1342. Web: www.cliftonrocks.co.uk • Stylish jewellery boutique to suit all budgets.
GREAT FOR VINTAGE LEATHER AND DENIM
Bristol American Apparel 2 Concorde St, Cabot Circus, BS1 3BF. Tel: 0117 917 0490. Web: www.americanapparel. co.uk • Everything 80s, from leggings to body suits. 10% STUDENT DISCOUNT IN STORE ONLY
COOSHTI 57 Park Street, BS1 5NU. Tel: 0117 929 0850. Web: www.cooshti.com • Easily one of Bristol’s coolest clothes shops, with a range of designer and street-inspired fashion for men and women. Brands include Carhartt, Stussy and Diesel. Great range of rare sneakers too. Cox and Baloney 182 Cheltenham Rd, BS2 9JD. Tel: 0117 944
3100. Web: www.coxandbaloney.com • Beautiful vintage shop with tea rooms. KNITTING CLUB EVERY MONDAY FROM 2-4PM
Elsie Riley 59 Broad St, BS1 2EJ. Tel: 0117 934 9139. Web: www.elsieriley.com • Aladdin’s cave bursting with pretty accessories and unique clothing. H&M Brigstowe St, Cabot Circus, BS1 3BH. Tel: 0844 736 9000; Unit LR 22-23, Cribbs Causeway, BS34 5DG. Tel: 0117 950 9590; Union St, Broadmead, BS1 2DS. Tel: 0844 736 900 Web: www.hm.com • See Bath listing. Hollister Concorde St, Cabot Circus, BS1 3BF. Tel: 0117 927 9526. Web: www.hollisterco.com • You’ll need a torch to shop in this beach hut-like store, selling laidback Californian beach styles. House of Fraser The Circus, Cabot Circus, BS1 3BD. Tel: 0844 800 3710. Web: www.houseoffraser.co.uk • Smart department store selling a wide range of brands for men and women. Joy 70-78 Queens Rd, Clifton, BS8 1QU. Tel: 0117 929 8613. Web: www.joythestore.com • Clothing at a reasonable price that you won’t find elsewhere on the high street. 10% STUDENT DISCOUNT MON-WED
Katze 55 Gloucester Rd, Bishopston, BS7 8AD. Tel: 0117 942 5625 • Great shop selling fair-trade clothing, body jewellery, silver jewellery, gifts and cards, Directions hair colour and haberdashery. The place to go for UV make-up for parties. Miss Selfridge The Mall, Cribbs Causeway, BS34 5DG. Tel: 0117 959 2340; 81 Broadmead, BS1 3DT. Tel: 0117 930
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4402. Web: www.missselfridge.com • Great high-street brand selling on-trend clothing for women.
RECESSION 8 Jacob’s Wells Rd. Web: www.recessionshop. webs.com • An oasis in the middle of Hotwells, Recession will undoubtedly continue to flourish long after the economic downturn has disappeared. If it disappears. Gill Loats – theatre whizz, writer, DJ and general goodtime gal – is the brains behind this retro-minded, vintage fashionhouse packed with clothes, accessories, male styling products, hats, bags, and bits from over five decades of style. Pop in, chat, touch (the goods), try on, and have a good time.
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RePsycho 85 Gloucester Rd, Bishopston, BS7 8AS. Tel: 0117 983 0007 • Great vintage shop crammed with men’s and women’s retro clothing and accessories.
My Yard 40 Park St, BS1 5JG. Tel: 0117 316 9438. Web: www.my-yard.co.uk • Small independent boutique selling own-label street-inspired fashion.
Shop Dutty 116 Cheltenham Rd, Stokes Croft, BS6 5RW. Tel: 0117 924 9990. Web: www.shopdutty.com • Clothing boutique selling a mix of pre-loved, re-worked and hand-made garments.
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Motel 24 Park St, BS1 5JA. Tel: 0117 934 9173. Web: www.motelrocks.com • This flagship store is home to the famous Motel Rocks brand. With their finger on fashion’s pulse, Motel brings you the hottest styles each season, as well as unique, hand-picked treasures and reworked garments from their Motel Vintage label.
Naff Clothing 13 Cotham Hill, Cotham, BS6 6LD. Tel: 0117 973 7458 • The place to go if you’re heading to a fancy dress party. The shop is brimming with everything you could possibly need for the perfect costume: wigs, masks, capes and head pieces. Costumes are available to buy or hire and there is also a fab selection of vintage dresses on sale at bargain prices, perfect for the vintage fashionista on a student budget. OXFAM BOUTIQUE 77 Park Street, BS1 5PF. Tel: 0117 929 2991. Web: www.oxfam.org.uk • A new addition to Bristol’s vintage shopscene – an Oxfam shop full of stock carefully pre-selected for its fashion/retro appeal. Pulp 83-85 The Horsefair, BS1 3JP. Tel: 0117 239 8572. Web: www.thisispulp.co.uk • Alternative clothing from Amplified, David and Goliath, and Criminal Damage to name a few.
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Soukous 46 Cotham Hill, BS6 6LA. Tel: 0117 923 9854. Web: www.soukous.co.uk • With two floors brimming with gorgeous girly, sparkly things, this beautiful shop is the place to go for fun and funky gifts, jewellery, clothing and home accessories. It’s also a great place to find pretty floral day dresses. Topshop and Topman Unit SU25, Brigstowe St, Cabot Circus, BS1 3BH. Tel: 0117 929 4991. Web: www.topshop.com • See Bath listing. UNCLE SAM’S 54a Park Street, BS1 5JN. Tel: 0117 929 8404 • Long-established clothes emporium in the NYCthrift-store style, great for pre-loved Americana, leather jackets and unusual vintage finds, from fake fur to feather boas, caps to cravats. Great for a rummage. Urban Outfitters SU38 Cabot Circus, Concorde St, BS1 3BF.
Yumi 68 Queens Rd, Clifton, BS8 1QU. Tel: 01179 298 664. Web: www.yumidirect.co.uk • See Bristol listing for Uttam. Zara George White St, Cabot Circus, BS1 3BA. Tel: 0117 945 1800. Web: www.zara.com • Great store selling catwalk fashion at high-street prices.
BATH A Brush with Beauty 3 Church St, Abbey Green, BA1 1NL. Tel: 01225 447788. Web: www.abrushwithbeauty. co.uk • Make-up studio and beauty retreat with lovely boutique feel: the perfect place to treat yourself. Artizan 5 Bartlett St, BA1 2QZ. Tel: 01225 420611; 8A George St, BA1 2EH. Tel: 01225 447087. Web: www.artizan.co.uk • Great salon charging reasonable prices. Ladies’ cut & blow dry from £33, men’s from £29. 10% STUDENT DISCOUNT MON-FRI
Bath Beauty Centre The Health & Beauty Centre, 5 Old King St, BA1 2JW. Tel: 01225 310014. Web: www. bathbeautycentre.co.uk • Wide range of treatments for men and women. SEE WEBSITE FOR REGULAR MONTHLY PROMOTIONS
Dappa Hairdressers 24 Broad St, BA1 5LW. Tel: 01225 329800. Web: www.dappa.co.uk • Freshly ground coffee, a chilled beer and even Sky sports are all part of the service in this retrostyled salon for men and women. STUDENT CUTS ARE £25 FOR LADIES AND £14 FOR MEN
Shop-shaped Bristol fashion • It’s the eclectic range of independent boutiques and highstreet shops that gives Bristol its unique style, so a good mix of both is required to get the Bristol look. First head to Park Street and try BS8 and Motel, where you’ll find fab collection of vintage clothes and footwear to start your outfit. Next, head to Soukous and Naff clothing on Cotham Hill for some quirky accessories and more vintage treasures. Finally, take a trip to Cabot Circus for some good old fast fashion to add to the mix, and there you have it – your very own Bristol style.
Essentials 1 Upper Borough Walls, BA1 1RG. Tel: 01225 465300. Web: www.essensuals.com • Part of the Toni and Guy empire: also has a beauty room offering a full range of facials, body treatments, manicures and pedicures. Frontlinestyle 4-5 Monmouth St, BA1 2AJ. Tel: 01225 478478. Web: www.frontlinestyle.co.uk • State-of-theart hair and beauty salon with a boutique feel, offering a huge range of treatments. BEAUTIFUL EYES PACKAGE FOR £37
Gary Hatto 28-28a Broad St, BA1 5LW. Tel: 01225 422227. Web: www.ghattobarbershops.com • Modern-day men’s barbershop. STUDENT CUT FOR £12.50 ON WEDNESDAY
Sparkly things and funky gifts abound at Soukous
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Green Street House 4 Green St, BA1 2JZ. Tel: 01225 426000. Web: www.greenstreethouse.com • Peaceful and tranquil day spa for men and women. STUDENTS GET 15% OFF ALL TREATMENTS ON MONDAYS
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Hacketts Green Park Station, Green Park Rd, BA1 1JB. Tel: 01225 465200. Web: www.hackettsmenshairdressers.co.uk • Stylish barbershop. 15% STUDENT DISCOUNT MON-FRI
Headmasters 30-32 Westgate St, BA1 1EL. Tel: 01225 447028. Web: www.hmhair.co.uk • Hair salon offering the latest styles. 25% STUDENT DISCOUNT MON-FRI 9AM-4PM
Melanie Giles 59 Walcot St, BA1 5BN. Tel: 01225 444448. Web: www.melanie-giles.co.uk • Beautifully styled Aveda exclusive salon for men and women. 15% OFF FOR STUDENTS
New Savill Row 14 Northgate St, BA1 5AS. Tel: 01225 310110 • Good old-fashioned barbershop offering great value cuts. WET CUT AND BLOW DRY £17
No. 3 Hairdressing 3 Saville Row, BA1 2QP. Tel: 01225 443222. Web: www.no3hairdressing.co.uk • Stylish salon that doubles as a gallery, showcasing work from local artists. 20% STUDENT DISCOUNT
Toni and Guy 2 New Bond St, BA1 1BL. Tel: 01225 484284; 31 SouthGate, BA1 1TP. Tel: 01225 329555. Web: www.toniandguy.com • If you’re looking for the latest hair styles, then head here. STUDENT CUT AND BLOW DRY FOR £30.50
BRISTOL Aka Style 23 Zetland Rd, Redland, BS6 ZAH. Tel: 0117 904 2244. Web: www.akastyle.co.uk • Enjoy a cuppa or a beer in this relaxed yet professional environment. ANGELA GAUDI HAIR DESIGN 49 Baldwin St. Tel: 0117 929 8009. Web: www. gaudihairdesign.co.uk • A short stroll from Cabot Circus and Bristol’s main thoroughfares lies this welcoming, Med-style hair salon with some of the best snippers in the biz. Services include specialist afro hairdressing, X-tenzia hair extensions, full range L’Oreal colouring and special wedding packages. More than that though, you won’t find a friendlier, better value cut in town. Barbour Browns 48 Bedminster Parade, BS3 4HS. Tel: 0117 963 9795. Web: www.barberbrown.com • Unisex hairdresser offering a ladies’ cut and blow dry for £26 and a gents’ wash and cut for £12.50.
Beautology 107 Coldharbour Rd, BS6 7SD. Tel: 0117 944 6655. Web: www.beautology.co.uk • Manicures, spray tans and facials for women; handsome hands, fantastic feet and waxing for men. Bespoke Male Grooming 124 St Georges Rd, BS1 5UJ. Tel: 0117 927 7127. Web: www.bespokemalegrooming.com • Indulge yourself in this salon designed for men with a free mini bar, Xbox and Playstation. Bojo Brownz 10 Park Row, BS1 5LJ. Tel: 0117 922 7744. Web: www. bojobrownzhairdesign.co.uk • Get a personal experience in this relaxed, unintimidating salon. CHECK WEBSITE FOR REGULAR OFFERS
Bonomini 22 Alma Vale Rd, Clifton, BS8 2HY. Tel: 0117 923 9169. Web: www.bonominihair.co.uk • Award-winning salon for men and women. 10% STUDENT DISCOUNT MON-FRI
Central Studio Queen Charlotte St. Tel: 0117 929 0120. Web: www. central-studio.co.uk • Contemporary salon in the heart of the city catering for men and women. THEIR ‘EXPRESS BLOWDRY’ AT £1 A MINUTE IS PERFECT IF YOU’RE RUNNING LATE FOR A NIGHT OUT
Top deals • Whether you’re after the latest hairstyle, a new you or just a trim, most salons cater for the student market. To make it easier, here are three of the top student offers. Hobbs offers students a whopping 50% off every Tuesday. RSR is the place to go for a great value cut at £9 and Noosa Heads Hair and Beauty offer students 40% off all hair and beauty services every Wednesday. There’s no excuse for looking anything other than your best!
Bristol’s leading afro, curly & European hair salon Free hair consultation available Great after care advice Wella, Sebastian, KeraCare stockist 50 Fairfax street, Bristol BS1 3BL Tel 0117 925 7700 www.cococheno.co.uk
Equinox Hairdressing & avalon beauty Bikini line waxing: Hollywood / Brazilian only £9.50...wow! Full & wide range of hair & beauty services available Unisex salon with top stylists at affordable prices Student discounts available - Refer to vouchers at back of guide 91b Whiteladies Road Clifton Bristol BS8 2NT (Next door to bar humbug)
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Clifton Beauty Company 104-106 Queens Rd, Clifton, BS8 1NF. Tel: 0117 923 9080. Web: www.cliftonbeauty.co.uk • Wellestablished salon in the heart of Clifton Village offering a full range of beauty treatments for men and women.
Gloden 135 Whiteladies Rd, BS8 2PL. Web: www.gloden. co.uk • With six salons in Bristol. Get a glowing tan for 60p/minute. Also sells teeth whitening kits for home use and premium tanning lotions.
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Guy Faulks 8 St Nicholas St, BS1 1UQ. Tel: 0117 926 0401. Web: www.gfhairandbeauty.co.uk • Boutique hair and beauty salon complete with chill-out room for while you wait for your colour to take.
Cococheno 50 Fairfax St, BS1 3BL. Tel: 0117 925 7700. Web: www. cococheno.co.uk • Stylish salon that specialises in working with Afro, European, curly and multicultural hair. Ego Perry Rd, BS1 5BQ. Tel: 0117 316 9292. Web: www. egosalons.co.uk • Bold salon offering edgy styles. 10% STUDENT DISCOUNT WITH VALID NUS CARD
EQUINOX HAIR & BEAUTY 91b Whiteladies Road. Tel: 0117 923 7630. Web: www.equinoxhair.co.uk • A complete – and very (student) friendly – hair and beauty salon that includes a special beauty room run by Avalon Beauty who offer everything from facials, massage and hair removal, to manicures, semi-permanent make-up and bikini line waxing. STUDENT DISCOUNT AVAILABLE
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Hair @ 58 Cotham Hill, BS6 6JX. Tel: 0117 973 7793. Web: www. hairat58.co.uk • Beautiful little salon offering gents’ cuts from £28 and women’s cut and blow dry from £48. FREE WIFI TO ALL CUSTOMERS
Hair On The Hill 30 Cotham Hill, BS6 6LA. Tel: 0117 973 7333. Web: www.blahblah.co.uk • Great little salon if you’re on a tight budget.
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Hobbs 50 Park Row, BS1 5LH. Tel: 0117 929 1635. Web: www. hobbs-style.co.uk • Bristol’s premium hair salon, set in tranquil surroundings and award-winning landscaped gardens. The perfect destination for transforming or simply maintaining your image, when in need of a relaxing head massage or just wanting time out from the hectic pace of student life.
Nails 1 17-19 Portland St, BS8 4JA. Tel: 0117 973 0454 • Nail salon offering manicures from £28 and mini pedicures for £24.
50% STUDENT DISCOUNT TUESDAYS
Kuchikoo 2C & 2D Chandos Rd, BS6 6PE. Tel: 0117 973 9177. Web: www.kuchikoo.co.uk • Modern salon offering up-to-the-minute styles to keep you looking bang on trend. 15% STUDENT DISCOUNT
STUDENT DRY CUT £8.50 FOR MEN AND £12 FOR LADIES
La Beautique 156 Henleaze Rd, BS9 4NB. Tel: 0117 962 2255. Web: www.labeautique08.co.uk • Friendly little salon with a range of treatments including lash flicks for £35.
Harry Blades and Angry Daves 3 Christmas Steps, BS1 5BS. Tel: 0117 316 9455. Web: www.angrydaves.co.uk • Unique salon combining unisex hairdressers with a streetwear store.
Lido Spa Oakfield Pl, BS8 2BJ. Tel: 0117 933 9530 • This pool, sauna, steam room and spa pool combine to create a little oasis in the centre of
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RSR Men’s Hair 37 Baldwin St, BS1 1RB. Tel: 07599 401402. Web: www.rsrmenshair.co.uk • Contemporary men’s hairdresser, owned and managed by one of Bristol’s leading stylists, conveniently located on Baldwin Street. RSR offers the finest traditions in men’s grooming with the latest in contemporary cuts in a relaxed environment. The team uses the latest products from American Crew and Fudge. Saks: award-winning Noosa Heads Hair and Beauty 243 Cheltenham Rd, BS6 5QP. Tel: 0117 924 5570. Web: www.noosaheads.co.uk • Modern, minimalist-styled salon that offers hair and beauty treatments to men and women and uses New York hair care range Bumble and Bumble. STUDENTS GET 40% OFF ALL HAIR AND BEAUTY SERVICES EVERY WEDNESDAY
Reflections Whiteladies Rd, BS8 2PL. Tel: 0117 973 8718. Web: www.reflectionshair.net • Part of a large chain of salons around the UK, 13 of which are in and around Bristol, so you’ll never be far away from a decent cut and colour. 15% STUDENT DISOUNT MON-WED AND FRI
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Saks 14 Regent St, Clifton, BS8 4HG. Tel: 0117 973 9471. Web: www.saks.co.uk • Award-winning nationwide network of salons. 15% STUDENT DISCOUNT MON-THUR
Sanctuary Spa Quakers Friars, BS1 3BU. Web: www.thesanctuary.co.uk • Luxury spa offering a range of treatments just for women. There’s a skin imaging camera that will determine the condition of your skin so it can be treated effectively – and a champagne nail bar to spoil yourself in. Sean Hanna 13 Quakers Friars Sq, BS1 3BU. Tel: 0117 934 9393. Web: www.seanhanna.co.uk
• Futuristic-looking salon offering contemporary styling to men and women. 20% STUDENT DISCOUNT OFF CUT & COLOUR, SUN-WED, 15% OFF THUR-FRI
SK:N Clare St, BS1 1XH. Tel: 0844 669 7546. Web: www.sknclinics.co.uk • State-of-the-art clinic offering a large range of treatments such as laser hair removal, skin peels and laser tattoo removal. Slocombe & Griffiths Hair and Beauty The Clifton Arcade, Boyces Ave, BS8 4AA. Tel: 0117 974 3221 • Persian manicures, pedicures, threading, eyelash/eyebrow tinting and extensions. Tattoo Studio 232 Cheltenham Rd, BS6 5QU. Tel: 0117 907 7407. Web: www.tattoo-bristol.co.uk • With 15 years under their belt, this well-established studio is the place to go for tattoos and piercings. You Lifestyle Salon 241 North St, BS3 1JN. Tel: 0117 953 1184. Web: www.you-lifestylesalon.co.uk • Cute salon with a retro feel. 15% STUDENT DISCOUNT
A new you • Bath was the place to go in Georgian times thanks to the spa and its rejuvenating waters. Today, Bath is still popular amongst people looking for some time out thanks to the fabulous selection of spa, beauty and hair salons that fill the streets. For a truly revitalising day, book yourself into Green Street House for some holistic therapy. Follow that up with a wax at Frontlinestyle and end the day with a re-style at Artizan.
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health & fitness Bath APTHORP CENTRE FOR CHIROPRACTIC & HOLISTIC THERAPIES Apthorp Centre, Weston Rd. Tel: 01225 423333. Web: www.apthorpcentre.com • Various treatments and practitioners, including clinical psychologist, acupuncturist, nutritionist, holistic vet, body control pilates. Some practitioners offer student rates. BARNES SPORTS CLINIC 50 Box Rd, Bathford. Tel: 01225 859047. Web: www.barnessportsclinic.co.uk • Huge range of services: personal fitness training, innovative fitness programmes, extensive gym, martial arts and physio. BASKERVILLE’S HEALTH & FITNESS CLUB Englishcombe Court, Englishcombe Lane. Tel: 01225 330001. Web: www.baskervillesgym.co.uk • Bath’s premier gymnastics and fitness centre for the whole family. State-of-the-art airconditioned fitness suite, fitness classes, adult gymnastics training. Instructors will help devise personal workout programmes. Personal training sessions start at £6. BATH NATURAL HEALTH CLINIC Alexander House, James St West. Tel: 01225 313153. Web: www.bathnaturalhealthclinic.co.uk • Qualified practitioners. Treatments include osteopathy, pilates, homeopathy, acupuncture, allergy testing, hypnotherapy, reflexology, Malaysian massage, shiatsu. Some practitioners offer concessions to those in full-time education. BATH ROYAL UNITED HOSPITAL Combe Park. Tel: 01225 428331. Web: www.ruh. nhs.uk BATH SCHOOL OF SHIATSU & YOGA Tel: 01225 859209. Email: frank@bssy.co.uk Web: www.bssy.co.uk • Offering shiatsu and yoga all the way from drop-in classes to professional training. CONCESSIONS OFFERED
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BATH SPORTS & LEISURE CENTRE North Parade Rd. Tel: 01225 486905. Web: www. aquaterra.org • Facilities include two swimming pools, badminton and squash courts, gym, fitness centre, sauna and steam room. Classes include boxercise, aqua aerobics, pilates. BATH YMCA HEALTH & FITNESS SUITE International House, Broad St Pl. Tel: 01225 325913. Web: www.bathymca.co.uk • Excellent value: £7 day pass for gym, with students paying £26 monthly. State-of-the-art cardio gear includes resistance machines, cross-trainers, steps. Tae kwondo, hip-hop, street dance and body attack among numerous classes. CHLAMYDIA TESTING Tel: 0845 180 0050. Email: karl.pye@nhs.net. Web: www.chlamydiascreening.nhs.uk • Aged 15-24? Ever had sex? The Avon NHS Chlamydia Screening Programme is free and completely confidential. The test doesn’t hurt and you don’t need to be examined. CONTRACEPTION & SEXUAL HEALTH Riverside Health Centre. Tel: 01225 474242 • Confidential contraception and pregnancy advice. CULVERHAY SPORTS CENTRE Rush Hill. Tel: 01225 480882. Web: www.aquaterra. org • Open eves and weekends for badminton, five-a-side football, gym, swimming, water aerobics. STUDENTS GET 20% OFF MEMBERSHIP IF PAYING BY DIRECT DEBIT
EXCEL TENNIS IN THE PARK Royal Pavilion, Royal Victoria Park, Bath. Tel: 01225 425066. Web: www.tennisintheparkbath. co.uk • Seven courts (four floodlit) which become indoors in winter via some natty inflatable domes. Pay and play on a nonmembership basis. Racquet hire. Students £3.50 per hour, adults £4. FITNESS FIRST Basement, 5-10 St James St West, Odeon Complex. Tel: 01225 787170. Web: www.fitnessfirst.co.uk • All-singing, all-dancing complex with pool, sauna,
steam room, physiotherapy, group exercises and the latest entertainment on all gym equipment. STUDENTS GET 20% OFF ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP, 10% OFF FOUR-MONTH MEMBERSHIP
GREEN GYM See Bristol listing. HOMEOPATHY DIRECT 18 Charles St. Tel: 01225 429427. Web: www. homeopathydirect.com • Homeopaths from NHS backgrounds offering a range of services making homeopathy more accessible. STUDENT CLINIC OFFERS DISCOUNTS.
KEYNSHAM LEISURE CENTRE Temple St, Keynsham. Tel: 01225 395161 • Pool (25m) plus classes including circuits, spinning, yoga, zumba dance, kickboxing, aerobics. REDUCED STUDENT RATES WITH LEISURE CARDS
OFF THE RECORD Tel: 01225 312481/0800 389 5551. Web: www. offtherecord-banes.co.uk • Freephone advice line and drop-in centre for young people. PHASE ONE 7-9 Comfortable Pl. Tel: 01225 461463. Web: www. phase-one.co.uk • Two gyms: full cardio and free weights. Martial arts and aerobics classes plus sauna. Students get half-price joining fee (£25) and £30 non-contractual monthly membership. SPACE 7 Hayesfield Park. Tel: 01225 337030. Web: www. spacegym.co.uk • Facilities include cardio room, weights, fitness assessments, personalised eating plans. Resident sport massage therapist and sport nutritionist. Running club, circuit classes. Annual student membership £199. THE STUDIO 6-7 Trim St. Tel: 01225 758383. Web: www. thestudiobath.co.uk • Bath’s only women’s health club, for complete novices upwards. Fully equipped gym, Kick Start programmes, waist management, personal training plus Power-Plates. Pole-dancing classes, zumba, kettle bells. Membership and payas-you-go. Students pay £25 monthly. UNIVERSITY OF BATH SPORTS TRAINING VILLAGE University of Bath, Claverton Down. Tel: 01225 383597. Web: www.teambath.com • Very extensive sports centre with every conceivable machine, weight, court, track, hall and class to give rise to the athlete within.
Look good, feel good in Bath Green Gym Hampton Row • Work up a sweat enhancing your city (and enjoy a great sense of achievement too). Baskerville’s Health & Fitness Club • Get some rhythm rediscovering gymnastics. Bath YMCA Broad Street Pl • Hip-hop and street dance taught (so no need for cheesy dancefloor moves). Excel Tennis in the Park Royal Victoria Park • Because tennis is too good a sport to leave to two weeks in summer. Bath School of Shiatsu & Yoga (generally) Still Point, Broad Street Pl • Work your body and mind at this long-established school.
BRISTOL ACTION INDOOR SPORTS Bamfield, Whitchurch. Tel: 0117 903 1434. Web: www.actionsportuk.com • Massive sports centre: indoor cricket, badminton, netball, football and workouts. Membership or pay-as-you-go. ACTIVE8 HEALTH & FITNESS 30 Chandos Rd, Redland. Tel: 0117 974 1852. Web: www.active8hnf.co.uk • Personal trainers designing individual, holistic fitness programmes. 10% OFF FIRST STUDENT SESSION
BANNATYNE HEALTH CLUB 80 Redland Rd. Tel: 0117 942 5805. Web: www bannatynegroup.co.uk • Gym, aerobics/fitness
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studio, 20m pool, saunas, spas etc, plus plenty of classes. BRISTOL CITY COUNCIL SPORT FACILITIES Web: www.bristol-city.gov.uk/sport • One-stop website for all Bristol City Council sports facilities. BRISTOL LAWN TENNIS & SQUASH CLUB Redland Green. Tel: 0117 973 1139 • Five grass, four artificial and four hard tennis courts, squash courts, coaching, fully equipped gym, aerobics studio. STUDENTS GET HALF-PRICE FULL MEMBERSHIP (£190) AND JOINING FEE (£50)
BRISTOL MARRIOTT ROYAL HOTEL College Green. Tel: 0117 925 5100 • Gym, 15m pool, sauna, steam room, jacuzzi, personal training, Pilates and more. Students pay £41.66 peak membership monthly. Free car parking and towel. BRISTOL ROYAL INFIRMARY Marlborough St. Tel: 0117 923 0000. BRISTOL SCHOOL OF TAI CHI CHUAN Tel: 0117 949 3955. Web: www.bristoltaichi.com • Expert tai chi tuition including popular outdoor sessions. Classes follow the academic year (roughly). BEGINNERS CAN DROP IN FOR FREE TASTERS IF THERE’S SPACE
BS7 SPORT & FITNESS CLUB Gloucestershire County Cricket Club, County Ground, Nevil Rd. Tel: 0117 910 8000. Web: www. glosccc.co.uk • Impressive facilities in UWE heartland. Two cardiovascular rooms, resistance room, new functional training room, free weights room, squash court, tennis court, exercise studio for classes including boxercise, pilates, body conditioning, circuits, yoga and zumba. Male and female saunas. Students pay £22 monthly. ALL MEMBERS GET FREE CRICKET! CHLAMYDIA TESTING See Bath listing. BRISTOL CITY YOGA 16 Backfields Lane, Stokes Croft. Tel: 0117 924
4414. Web: www.bristolcityyoga.co.uk • Drop-in classes from beginner upwards. Student discounts.
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CLIFTON COLLEGE SPORTS CENTRE Guthrie Rd, Clifton. Tel: 0117 315 7678. Web: www. cliftoncollegeuk.com • Extensive range of weights and cardio equipment in the gym, plus 25m pool, squash courts, badminton, tennis, numerous classes. Membership gives access to the college’s sports ground and workshop (see below).
EMMA ROSS DANCE MOVEMENT PSYCHOTHERAPIST Tel: 07919 043343. Email: dance-therapy@live. co.uk Web: www.movewithemma.co.uk • Emma Ross offers personal development via workshops and sessions in authentic movement and dance movement psychotherapy.
CLIFTON COLLEGE SPORTS GROUND & WORKSHOP Abbots Leigh Rd. Tel: 0117 923 7780. Web: www. cliftoncollegeuk.com • Sports ground with indoor tennis, netball courts, Astroturf pitches. Membership gives access to the college’s sports centre (see above). CLIFTON PHYSIOTHERAPY 111 Pembroke Rd. Tel: 0117 970 6390. Web: www. cliftonphysio.co.uk • Sports-injury assessment and treatment. STUDENT DISCOUNT
CLIFTON PRACTICE 8-10 Whiteladies Rd, Clifton, BS8 1PD. Tel: 0117 973 3260. Web: www.thecliftonpractice.co.uk • Hypnotherapy specialists offering treatment for everything from quitting smoking to examtime stress. CONTRACEPTION & SEXUAL HEALTH Tower Hill, Bristol. Tel: 0117 342 6900 • Confidential contraception and pregnancy advice. DAVID LLOYD LEISURE Ashton Rd, Long Ashton. Tel: 0117 953 1010. Web: www.davidlloydleisure.co.uk • Spacious, well-equipped centre: 18 tennis courts, three squash courts, gym, four badminton courts, two aerobics studios, two pools, spa, sauna etc. Lively social life. Injury treatment clinic. THREE-MONTH STUDENT MEMBERSHIP AVAILABLE
EASTON LEISURE CENTRE Thrissel St, Easton. Tel: 0117 955 8840. Web: www.everyoneactive.com • Popular community leisure centre with pool plus Everyone Active gym. Four badminton courts, new squash court,
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EMPIRE SPORTS CLUB 223 Newfoundland Rd. Tel: 0117 955 8478 • Training in Olympic lifting, body building and power lifting for the seriously muscular. Dumbbell room, free weights, huge cardiovascular centre, rigorous circuit-training classes. Women only Tue & Thur, men only Mon, Wed & Fri (and Sun till 12.30pm). Very competitive prices – ladies just £12 monthly, men £70 for 3 months, £80 for 4, £90 for 5 and £100 for 6. JUST £3 PER SESSION AND EXCELLENT MEMBERSHIP RATES
ENERGISED PERFORMANCE Tel: 07720 845849. Web: www. energisedperformance.com • Uberinspirational head coach Kim Ingleby runs bootcamps and beastings throughout the year, perfect for getting rid of the hangover (student prices too – just mention when booking!). Weekly kettlebell training is perfect for fat burning and strength – small groups for quick results. Charity fun on 29 October for breast cancer – all fitness levels welcome. Numerous other courses include ski fitness, pre-Christmas burn, running, triathlon and sports NLP coaching. MENTION VENUE TO RECEIVE FREE TASTER BOOTCAMP SESSION (IF SPACE PERMITS, BOOKING ESSENTIAL)
FRENCHAY HOSPITAL Frenchay Park Rd, Frenchay. Tel: 0117 970 1212. GOOD VIBRATIONS 22 Kellaway Ave, Redland. Tel: 0117 944 6650. Web: www.goodvibrationshq.co.uk • Exercise studio offering revolutionary vibration training (full body workout in 10 mins). No membership required. Free session available. Thai massage therapy.
GREEN GYM Tel: 07739 447995/0117 929 1624. Web: www. btcv.org/avon • Contribute to conservation while getting a workout! Groups meet Tue at Hampton Row, Bath; Wed at Weston Woods, Weston-super-Mare; Thur at Three Brooks, Bradley Stoke and Northern Slopes, Wedmore Vale, Knowle; Fri in Eastville Park, Bristol. HORFIELD LEISURE CENTRE Dorian Rd, Horfield. Tel: 0117 903 1643. Web: www.everyoneactive.com • Facilities include competition pool, learning pool, massive health and fitness suite, badminton and squash courts, table tennis. Activity programme includes yoga, pilates, boxercise etc. Pay-and-play or monthly/annual membership. £1 SPORTSCARD-HOLDING STUDES SWIM FOR £2 BEFORE 4PM, £3.40 AFTER (NOT £3.70)
JAMES ROSS HEALTHCARE Workout Bristol, Brewery Court, North St, Ashton. Tel: 0117 377 9265. Web: www. jamesrosshealthcare.co.uk • Specialist sports and physiotherapy centre (which has moved premises since last year’s guide) offering physiotherapy, osteopathy, pilates, rehabilitation and massage therapy. JUUL AND PAYNE 70 Alma Rd, Clifton. Tel: 0117 973 5929. Web: www.juulandpayne.co.uk • Independent optometrists offering free assessments to students suffering from visual stress. KINGSDOWN SPORTS CENTRE Portland St, Kingsdown. Tel: 0117 903 1633. Web: www.everyoneactive.com • Facilities include three squash courts, five badminton courts, sauna, steam room. Classes include martial arts, aerobics, body pump, table-tennis, boxercise. Best to book ahead for squash and badminton. STUDENTS GET 10% OFF CLASSES MENINGITIS TRUST Tel: 0800 028 1828. Web: www.meningitis-trust. org • 24hr helpline answered by trained nurses. Contact them or your university for symptom cards. NHS DIRECT Tel: 0845 4647. Web: www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk
Inspiration & perspiration in Bristol Temple Gate Dojo • Aikido brings a toned body and focused mind. BS7 Sport & Fitness Club Glos CCC, Nevil Rd • Rub shoulders with the stars! Membership also brings free cricket. Energised Performance • Positive teachers and participants make reaching your goal easier. Horfield Sport Centre Dorian Rd • Opened by an Olympic gold medallist. Empire Sports Club Newfoundland Rd • Small prices lead to big muscles at this highly respected club.
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• 24-hour confidential telephone service. Ring for health information and advice. NUFFIELD HEALTH, FITNESS & WELLBEING Old Maples Store Building, Pavilion, Queen’s Rd, Clifton. Tel: 0117 925 2538. Web: www. nuffieldhealth.com • Members-only aerobics studios, gym, 20m pool, numerous classes. 10% student discount. PARKER SEDGEMORE Tel: 0117 967 3789 (Kingswood), 0117 956 9255 (Staple Hill). 0117 955 7625 (Easton), 0117 977 6202 (Brislington), 0117 950 1868 (Henbury), 01225 466110 (Bath). Web: www.opticians-bristol.com • Five outlets across Bristol and one in Bath for this friendly opticians. REDWOOD HOTEL & COUNTRY CLUB Redwood Lodge, Beggar Bush Lane, Failand. Tel: 0870 609 6144 • 100-plus pieces of gym equipment, two outdoor pools, one indoor, seven squash courts, five tennis courts, five badminton courts, saunas, steam rooms: over 80 classes weekly. Student discount. RELAXATION CENTRE 9 All Saints Rd, Clifton. Tel: 0117 970 6616. Web: www.relaxationcentre.co.uk • Facilities include jacuzzi, hot tub, steam room, two saunas, plunge pool and a lounge. Indian head massage, reiki, reflexology, holistic massage and more. CONCESSIONS AVAILABLE ON SPA MONFRI DAYTIME
RIVERSIDE LEISURE CLUB Station Rd, Little Stoke. Tel: 01454 888666. Web: www.riversidesports.com • Gyms and aerobic studios, plus cardio theatre, spa, steam room etc. SEAN VeiRA Tel: 07850 715961/0117 904 2336 • World champion and third-degree black belt offering friendly, expert tuition in lau gar, kung fu, kickboxing. SOUTHMEAD HOSPITAL Southmead Rd. Tel: 0117 950 5050.
SOUTHVILLE CENTRE Beauley Rd, Southville. Tel: 0117 923 1039. Web: www.southvillecentre.org.uk • Classes include yoga, circuit training, tai chi, pilates, tae kwando.
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SPIRE BRISTOL The Glen, Redland Hill. Tel: 0117 980 4000. Web: www.spirehealthcare.com/bristol • Leading private hospital.
AMERICAN MUSEUM & GARDENS Claverton Manor. Tel: 01225 460503. Web: www. americanmuseum.org • Museum (plus lovely gardens) showing American domestic life, from the first New England settlers to the Civil War. Traditional American crafts, charming gallery of folk art, excellent temporary exhibitions (Marilyn Monroe to end of Oct 2011) and occasional displays by re-enactors.
TEMPLE GATE DOJO Second Floor, Victoria House, Temple Meads (above Peugeot garage.) Tel: 0117 925 5678. Web: www.templegatedojo.org.uk • Aikido involves using your opponent’s energy to gain control over them and this renowned dojo provides expert aikido tuition. STUDENT DISCOUNT OFFERED
UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL CENTRE FOR SPORT, EXERCISE & HEALTH Bristol University, Tyndalls Park, Clifton. Tel: 0117 928 8810. Web: www.bris.ac.uk/sport • Impressive centre packed with hi-tech facilities including gym, running track, highly trained instructors. Numerous classes (from body/pump/combat/ sculpt to yoga) and treatments like sports massage, physiotherapy, osteopathic services. AFTER INDUCTION COURSE (NONMEMBER) STUDENTS PAY £5 TO USE GYM IN HOLIDAYS
WELSH BACK SQUASH & HEALTH CLUB Welsh Back. Tel: 0117 937 8020. Web: www. welshback.co.uk • Full-on fitness emporium: squash, aerobics, low-impact aerobics, early-morning sessions. Specially equipped cardiovascular centre. Massage, personal training, squash coaching and a wicked gym. Students pay £250 annually. Non-contract off-peak membership is £25 for all, peak is £35/£45 student/non-student. SUBSTANTIAL STUDENT DISCOUNT
WING CHUN ACADEMY Tel: 07841 904404. Web: www. wingchunacademy.co.uk • Wing chun taught in a progressive, open manner (classes and privately), suitable for all. Classes on Wednesdays at Totterdown Methodist Church.
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BATH BOATING STATION Forester Rd. Tel: 01225 312900. Web: www. bathboating.com • Pretend you made it to Oxbridge after all, hire a boat and mess about on the river. Best day out ever (provided you bring a picnic, fall in love and have an amusing episode where you’re stuck in the water clinging to a punt pole). BECKFORD’S TOWER & MUSEUM Lansdown. Tel: 01225 460705. Web: www.bathpreservation-trust.org.uk • This 120ft-high neoclassical tower was built in the early 19th century by one of the richest, gayest men who ever lived, William Beckford. (Don’t get too carried away; the money came from sugar, therefore slavery.) Beautifully restored and off the tourist trail. A must-see. Limited opening hours. BIZARRE BATH Tel: 01225 335124. Web: www.bizarrebath.co.uk • Not a guided tour, more a live comedy performance with walking. Runs every night in season, but not in winter. Don’t miss. BUILDING OF BATH MUSEUM Countess of Huntingdon’s Chapel, The Vineyards, The Paragon. Tel: 01225 333895. Web: www.bathpreservation-trust.org.uk • Museum about how Bath got here, why it looks the way it does. FASHION MUSEUM Bennett St. Tel: 01225 477173. Web: www. fashionmuseum.co.uk • World-class collection of clothes and accessories from the 18th century to present day, plus regular extra exhibitions.
If there aren’t any weddings/functions going on, your ticket also gets you into the Assembly Rooms, where nobs gathered in days of yore. GHOST WALKS OF BATH Tel: 01225 350512. Web: www.ghostwalksofbath.co.uk • Bath’s most celebrated guided tour, taking in the city’s extraordinary wealth of spooky stories. Book now for the Halloween one, as it sells out quickly. MUSEUM OF BATH AT WORK Julian Rd. Tel: 01225 318348. Web: www.bathatwork. org.uk • Not everyone in Bath’s history was some wealthy parasite or Jane Bloody Austen. Bath has a surprisingly rich heritage of honest industrial toil, and this here museum’ll tell you all about it. MUSEUM OF EAST ASIAN ART 12 Bennett Street. Tel: 01225 464 640. Web: www. meaa.org.uk • Just a short trot from Bath’s famous Circus lies this curious and very rare collection of ceramics, jades, bronzes and much more from China, Japan, Korea and Southeast Asia. The MEAA also runs a cracking programme of visiting exhibitions and events providing an often interactive insight into Eastern culture with origami workshops, visiting Tibetan monks, puppet-making sessions, games and much more. PRIOR PARK LANDSCAPE GARDEN Ralph Allen Drive. Tel: 01225 833422. Web: www. nationaltrust.org.uk/priorpark • Restored 18thcentury landscaped garden, with lakes, grotto and woodland, Palladian bridge and more. No car parking except for disabled (phone beforehand). Also good starting-point for the wonderful Bath Skyline Walk, which everyone must do. ROMAN BATHS & PUMP ROOM Entrance via Pump Room, Stall St. Tel: 01225 477785. Web: www.romanbaths.co.uk • One of the best-preserved Roman sites in Europe, with some extraordinarily vivid finds. An excellent visitor attraction from which you’ll emerge feeling intellectually enriched. Ticket also gets you into the 18th-century Pump Room, where you can taste the Bath water. THERMAE BATH SPA The Hetling Pump Room, Hot Bath St, Bath.
Out of town must-sees Avebury Stone Circle Avebury, nr Marlborough, Wilts (www.nationaltrust.org.uk)… Berkeley Castle nr Dursley, Glos (www.berkeley-castle.com)… Glastonbury Abbey Glastonbury, Somerset (www.glastonburyabbey.com)… Lacock Abbey & Fox Talbot Museum Lacock, nr Chippenham, Wilts (www.nationaltrust.org.uk)… Longleat Wilts (www.longleat.co.uk)… Steep Holm Island Bristol Channel (www.steepholm.org)… Stonehenge nr Amesbury, Wilts (www.english-heritage.org.uk)… Tyntesfield Wraxall, North Somerset (www.nationaltrust.org.uk)... Wells Cathedral Wells, Somerset (www.wellscathedral.org.uk)… Westonbirt Arboretum nr Tetbury, Glos (www.forestry.gov. uk/westonbirt)... Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust Slimbridge, Glos (www.wwt. org.uk/visit/slimbridge)... Woodchester Mansion Nympsfield, Glos (www. woodchestermansion.org.uk) For loads more ideas of places to visit in the South West and Wales for sightseeing, walking, cycling and other adventures, the West’s best Days Out guide is at www.venue.co.uk/daysout
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BRISTOL PACKET Tel: 0117 926 8157. Web: www.bristolpacket. co.uk • Scheduled tours of the docks (with excellent commentary). River trips along the Avon (Sundays, May-Oct) and out to the Chequers Inn at Hanham. The Packet’s excursion to Beeses Tea Gardens (it’s OK, they have alcohol, too) is a local institution. BRISTOL ZOO GARDENS Guthrie Rd, Clifton. Tel: 0117 974 7300. Web: www.bristolzoo.org.uk • Easily one of the best days out in the West, with loads of creatures to see and a commitment to wildlife conservation programmes. Just been celebrating its birthday (in 2011) with loads of gorilla statues all over town. Avon Ski Centre Tel: 01225 331234. Web: www.thermaebathspa. com • The reason for Bath’s existence is the warm waters that come up out of the ground and their alleged “healing” properties. This here spa enables you to try them once more. Wide range of soakings and pamperings available. VICTORIA ART GALLERY Bridge St. Tel: 01225 477233. Web: www. victoriagal.org.uk • Municipal gallery with very impressive collection, including paintings by Turner, Gainsborough and Sickert. The latter spent his final years in Bath and some people say he was Jack the Ripper, you know. HERSCHEL MUSEUM OF ASTRONOMY 19 New King St. Tel: 01225 446865. Web: www. bath-preservation-trust.org.uk • Home of siblings William and Caroline Herschel, 18thcentury musicians who were astronomers in their spare time and discovered Uranus. Museum looks at the Herschels’ lives and features a VR trip through the solar system.
BRISTOL ARNOS VALE CEMETERY Main entrance via A4 Bath Rd. Web: www. arnosvale.org.uk • Bristol’s own PèreLachaise, and the city’s main burial place for most of the Victorian era. Features loads of history and, on account of its unusual ecology, interesting wildlife, too. Now restored/preserved and run by a charitable trust, it’s free to get into and wander round, though the regular guided are well worth it. BLAISE CASTLE HOUSE MUSEUM Henbury Rd, Henbury. Tel: 0117 903 9818. Web: www.bristol.gov.uk/museums • Museum of domestic life in bygone Bristol, with children’s toys, cooking ranges, baths, toilets, wash-tubs, fireplaces etc, plus some costumes and a Victorian school room. It’s surrounded by the massive expanses of Blaise Castle Estate, with 400 acres of walking, trees, grass etc. BRISTOL AQUARIUM Anchor Rd, Harbourside. Web: www. bristolaquarium.co.uk • Impressive display of native and tropical fish in 40 or so naturallythemed habitats: everything from octopuses,
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seahorses and puffer fish to living corals and tropical sharks, cuttlefish and more. Get up close via an underwater walk-through tunnel. BRISTOL CATHEDRAL College Green. Web: www.bristol-cathedral. co.uk • Originally a 12th-century abbey church, with loads of history. Bristol is a very rich environment for church-fanciers. Other historic must-sees include The New Room (The Horsefair, Broadmead, www. newroombristol.org.uk), where John Wesley set up the first Methodist chapel in 1739, and St Mary Redcliffe (Redcliffe Way, www. stmaryredcliffe.co.uk), which is Bristol’s most famous church, dating back to medieval times, and which has loads of interesting and spooky historical connections. Thomas Chatterton, your original teenage suicide, started out here, you know. Also visit St Stephens, in St Stephen’s St, off the Centre, for the tomb of the man who invented blankets (local myth) and other historic weirdness to do with the secretive cabal who used to run Bristol. Excellent café, too. BRISTOL CHANNEL CRUISES Tel: 0845 130 4647 (office hours). Web: www. waverleyexcursions.co.uk • Paddle steamer the Waverley and her sister ship the Balmoral do various trips around the Bristol Channel from spring to autumn. These are utterly brilliant outings, stopping at various places (the one to Lundy Island is best of all). Both ships have bars and restaurants, so go mobhanded and see who can eat the most greasy food. Hooray and up she rises. BRISTOL CITY MUSEUM & ART GALLERY Queens Rd, Clifton. Tel: 0117 922 3571. Web: www.bristol-city.gov.uk/museums • Bristol’s original museum, with good collections on local geology, prehistory, local and world wildlife, a bit of local history and an interesting selection of paintings. Also has a Banksy original donated by the great man after his hugely popular exhibition there in 2009. BRISTOL FERRY BOAT CO Tel: 0117 927 3416. Web: www.bristolferry.com • One of the best ways to be a tourist in Bristol. Water bus service around the Docks used by commuters as well as sightseers. River trips and booze cruises, too.
BRUNEL’S ss GREAT BRITAIN Great Western Dockyard, Gas Ferry Rd. Tel: 0117 926 0680. Web: www.ssgreatbritain. org • If you’re new in Bristol, this should be your second excursion after M Shed (see below). The world’s first real ocean liner, the ss Great Britain was designed and built by Brunel in Bristol, incorporating two revolutionary innovations – an iron hull and a screw propeller. Brought back as a wreck in 1970, now restored as an award-winning visitor attraction. Admission also gets you aboard the Matthew (if she’s not off sailing somewhere), a replica of the tiny ship in which John Cabot and his stout-hearted Bristolian crew sailed in 1497 to discover America. Yes, they did. CITY SIGHTSEEING BRISTOL Tel: 0870 444 0654. Web: www.bristolvisitor. co.uk • See all the best bits of Bristol from the vantage point of an open-top bus; tours run Mar to Oct. EXPLORE-AT-BRISTOL Anchor Sq, Harbourside. Tel: 0845 345 1235. Web: www.at-bristol.org.uk • Hands-on familyattraction science centre that encourages visitors to play with stuff, push buttons, pull levers, have loads of fun and learn science in the process. THE GEORGIAN HOUSE 7 Great George St, Clifton. Tel: 0117 921 1362. Web: www.bristol-city.gov.uk/museums • In the 1790s this was the home of John Pinney, who made his pile in sugar, from plantations in the West Indies worked by slave labour. His house shows what a wealthy Bristol home of the 1790s would have looked like. GLENSIDE HOSPITAL MUSEUM UWE, Glenside Campus, Stapleton. Web: www.glensidemuseum.org.uk • Hidden gem housed in the chapel of the former Glenside Hospital, with pictures, paintings and artefacts from Bristol’s psychiatric hospitals and the Burden Institute. Fascinating place, but limited opening times. HANHAM COURT GARDENS Ferry Rd, Hanham Abbots. Web: www. hanhamcourt.co.uk • Owned by awardwinning garden designers Julian and Isabel Bannerman, who’ve done gardens for the Prince of Wales and a roster of rich/celebrity clients. Limited opening hours in summer only, but well worth a look as it’s one of the most romantic gardens ever.
Active outings Skating: Bristol Ice Rink, Frogmore St, Bristol (0117 929 2148, www. jnll.co.uk)... Laser Quest: The Old Fire Station, Silver St, Broadmead, Bristol (0117 949 6688, www.laserquest.co.uk)... Paintball: Paintball Adventure, office at Hopps Rd, Kingswood, Bristol, site nr Bristol Airport (0117 935 3300, www.paintballadventures.co.uk); Skirmish Paintball Games, Coast Rd, nr Portishead, Bristol (01934 416507, www. skirmishbristol.co.uk); Go Ballistic Paintball, sites near Bristol (0844 745 5000, www.goballistic. co.uk)... Climbing: Bristol Climbing Centre, St Werburghs Church, Mina Rd, Bristol (0117 941 3489, www.undercover-rock. com)... Adventure: Go Ape! Mallards Pike Lane, Forest of Dean, Glos (0845 643 9215, www.goape. co.uk)... Paragliding: Par Avion, Elm Tree Park, Marlborough, Wilts (01672 861380, www.par-avion. co.uk)... Driving: Castle Combe Racing Circuit, Chippenham, Wilts (01249 782929, www. castlecombecircuit.co.uk) ... Circus Skills: Circomedia, Portland Sq, Bristol (0117 924 7615, www. circomedia.com)
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HORSEWORLD Staunton Lane, Whitchurch. Web: www. horseworld.org.uk • Run by a charity that looks after horses, ponies and donkeys that have been mistreated or neglected. Open to public to raise funds. KINGSWOOD HERITAGE MUSEUM Tower Lane, Warmley. Tel: 0117 960 5664. Web: www.kingswoodmuseum.org.uk • Fascinating, but little-known and scandalously undervalued museum, all made by local enthusiasts on a zero budget. It tells a great story – Kingswood’s social history and its part in the early industrial revolution. Go on a day when they’re offering guided tours of the grotto and grounds (look out for the concrete Neptune), originally the estates of the 18th-century Quaker industrialist who started it all. M SHED Princes Wharf, Wapping Rd. Tel: 0117 352 6600. Web: www.mshed.org.uk • Bristol’s newest museum, opened in summer 2011 after a long (and often troubled) gestation. Housed in a former dockside warehouse, this state-of-theart place tells the story of Bristol’s people, from primeval swamp to the present through three major themed galleries. Admission is free, and if you’re new to Bristol, you really should make this place one of your first stops, unless you plan to spend all your time here living in an exclusive studenty bubble. OAKHAM TREASURES Portbury Lane, Portbury. Tel: 01275 375236. Web: www.oakhamtreasures.co.uk • Astonishing display of everyday domestic stuff from the past 100 years – groceries, sweets, cigs, booze, cleaning products etc. Plus huge collection of advertising material and (should you be interested) farm machinery. Great place to go with grandparents. PIRATE WALKS Tel: 07950 566483. Web: www.piratewalks.com • Yarr! Bristol’s colourful seafaring heritage brought to life by the irrepressible Pirate Pete, with an entertaining tour of the city’s pirate haunts. History undergraduates NB: Pirate Pete is not a primary source. UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL BOTANIC GARDEN The Holmes, Stoke Park Rd, Stoke Bishop. Tel: 0117 331 4912. Web: www.bris.ac.uk/Depts/ BotanicGardens • Well worth the trip as
it’s as much about the science as the pretty flowers. Includes several specimens you won’t see anywhere else in the UK.
Sport For local sport and leisure centres, see Health & Fitness section.
ACTIVITY GROUPS ADVENTUROUS ACTIVITY COMPANY 26 Leading Edge, 80 Hotwell Rd, Bristol. Tel: 0117 925 3196. Web: www. adventurousactivitycompany.co.uk • Custom-designed activity trips to suit your group. Bristol Adventure Days combine canoeing in the docks, climbing/abseiling in the Avon Gorge and Ashton Court, mountain biking. Bristol Urban Challenge is a citybased treasure hunt. BHP INSPIRING EVENTS The Old Stables, Box Hedge Farm, Coalpit Heath, Bristol. Tel: 01454 775541. Web: www. bhpinspiringevents.co.uk • Team-building and development packages for individuals, stags, hens and corporate groups, including quad biking, archery, helicopter flights, high ropes course. BLACK MOUNTAIN ACTIVITIES Three Cocks, nr Hay on Wye, Powys. Tel: 01497 847897. Web: www.blackmountain. co.uk • Outdoor pursuits company: climbing, abseiling, caving, kayaking, raft building, gorge scrambling, white-water rafting. SUPERVISED BOAT TRIPS COVER UP TO 15 MILES. DARE YOU ENTER THE INFAMOUS ‘HELL-HOLE’?
MENDIP OUTDOOR PURSUITS The Warehouse, Silver St, Congresbury, North Somerset. Tel: 01934 834877. Web: www.mendipoutdoorpursuits.co.uk • Activities for groups and individuals, including caving, abseiling, raft building etc. RAPTORCARE Tel: 01454 294258. Web: www.raptorcare. co.uk • Go fly a Harris hawk or even an eagle owl with expert tuition perfect for setting free the falconer within. Bring along mates with cameras for epic pics.
WYEDEAN CANOE AND ADVENTURE CENTRE Symonds Yat East, Forest of Dean. Tel: 01594 833238. Web: www.wyedean.co.uk • Canoeing and kayaking (plus other outdoor activities) on the River Wye to suit all occasions from chilled-out picnic jaunts to testosterone-fuelled adventure excursions.
AIR ACTIVITIES BAILEY BALLOONS 44 Ham Green, Bristol. Tel: 01275 375300. Web: www.baileyballoons.co.uk • Over more than 15 years, thousands have flown with these people offering hot air balloon rides from Bristol, Bath and South Wales. Gift vouchers, flights at short notice and champagne balloon flights for the romantic/decadent/ thirsty. SPECIAL OFFERS ON MIDWEEK MORNING FLIGHTS
BRISTOL & GLOUCESTERSHIRE GLIDING CLUB Nympsfield, Glos. Tel: 01453 860342. Web: www.bggc.co.uk • Trial lessons from £79, week courses, fixed prices for ‘solo and beyond’ schemes. SPECIAL RATES FOR STUDENTS AND CADETS
BRISTOL KITE STORE 39a Cotham Hill, Bristol. Tel: 0117 974 5010. Web: www.kitestore.co.uk, www. blownawaykiteschool.co.uk • All sporting and recreational kiting needs covered, with power-kiting, buggies, mountain-boarding and kite-surfing tuition offered at Blown Away Kite School. Clothing, Reef sandals etc. DISCOUNT FOR UNIVERSITY KITE SURFING CLUB MEMBERS
RISE HELICOPTERS Gloucestershire Airport, Staverton, Cheltenham. Tel: 01452 857083. Web: www. risehelicopters.co.uk • Training, pleasure flying, chartering, wedding flights plus airexperience tasters: 30 mins £148.
BOATS, DIVING & WATERSPORTS BRISTOL ARIEL ROWING Robertson Drive, Birchwood, St Anne’s, Bristol. Web: www.bristolarielrowingclub.
co.uk • Bristol’s longest-established rowing club: rowing, sculling and coxing in regular starter courses. Lively social calendar. ANNUAL STUDENT MEMBERSHIP £100 INCLUDES GYM AND MONDAY CIRCUITS
BRISTOL OCTOPUSH CLUB Tel: 01454 416088. Web: www. bristoloctopush.co.uk • Octopush is a high-speed sport akin to playing ice hockey underwater. Rules are easy, and the club welcomes new arrivals of both sexes. Meets Wed (9-10pm) Bishopsworth Baths, Whitchurch Lane – find them on Facebook! FREE INTRODUCTORY SESSION
BRISTOL SAILING SCHOOL Baltic Wharf, Bristol. Tel: 0117 986 7111. Web: www.bristolsailingschool.co.uk • Sailing lessons from beginners to advanced, including youth courses. EXTREME MARINE 6 Harbury Rd, Henleaze, Bristol. Tel: 0117 962 3363. Web: www.extreme-marine.co.uk • Scuba equipment, huge range of snorkelling equipment, trips, scuba holidays, tuition from absolute beginner to instructor. NUS DISCOUNT 10%
WET & WINDY 5 Ashton Drive, Bristol. Tel: 0117 966 9582. Web: www.wet-windy.co.uk • Popular, well-established company specialising in dinghies, watersports clothing, accessories.
CAVING & CLIMBING AXBRIDGE CAVING GROUP Email: toursandresearch@yahoo.com • Two-hour fun, informative trips around central Bristol’s Redcliffe Caves, suitable for all ages. Also Mendips caving trips. UNDERCOVER ROCK Bristol Climbing Centre, St Werburghs Church, Mina Rd, Bristol. Tel: 0117 941 3489/908 3491. Web: www.undercover-rock. com • Renowned centre offering indoor climbing, all ages and abilities. Over 150 routes plus soft-floored bouldering area. Trips to Avon Gorge, Land’s End etc. LINK TO UWE CLIMBING CLUB
Weird & wonderful • Circle rules football started in NYC and is now played in BS1… Make a whole bunch of
friends by going along to Bristol Roller Derby, an edge-of-your seat spectator sport… Catch a rabbit for your (and your housemates’) supper with a bird of prey and a ferret at Raptorcare… Get lower than Flo Rida under the Mendips with the Axbridge Caving Group… Once you’ve felt the thrill of Castle Combe Rally School driving games will seem very tame.
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CASTLE COMBE RACING CIRCUIT Castle Combe Circuit, Chippenham, Wilts. Tel: 01249 782929. Web: www. castlecombecircuit.co.uk • Make like the numerous F1 legends who’ve driven here with an awesome Formula Ford racing car drive, or get gritty action at the rally school. Motorcycle and car track days, too – BYO! DRIVE TECH AT CASTLE COMBE Castle Combe Circuit, Chippenham, Wilts. Tel: 01249 783010. Web: www.drivetechltd. co.uk • Land Rover off-roading and skidpan driving. Karting on Sat (juniors on first and third Sun). SUPAKART Units 10-11 Leeway Ind Estate, Newport, Wales. Tel: 01633 280808. Web: www. supakart.co.uk • Two-level indoor circuit with outdoor section.
GOLF ASHTON COURT GOLF COURSE Ashton Court Estate, Bristol. Tel: 0117 973 8508. Web: www.ashtoncourtgolf.co.uk • Two 18-hole par-three courses provide pay-andplay fun. Students £6. Free club hire. BATH PUBLIC GOLF FACILITIES Entry Hill, Bath. Tel: 01225 834248/Approach 01225 331162. Web: www.aquaterra.org/golf • Courses open daily except Christmas Day. Club hire available, advisable to book at Entry Hill. Students pay £7 after buying leisure card (valid for a year). FILTON GOLF CLUB Golf Course Lane, Filton, Bristol. Tel: 0117 969 6968. Web: www.filtongolfclub.co.uk • Golf tuition to all standards. During the week, pay and play £36, students pay only £15. UWE AFFILIATED
JUNGLE RUMBLE Glass Walk, Cabot Circus, Bristol, BS1 3BQ. Tel: 0117 929 7771. Web: www.junglerumble. co.uk • Two 18-hole crazy golf courses atop Cabot Circus, imaginatively designed, with jungles, swamps and volcanoes. Studes get discounts – £6 per course, £5.50 per person in 4+ groups, £8.50 for two courses Mon-Fri (not hols). STAGED THE UK MINIATURE GOLF CHAMPIONSHIPS IN 2010
VICTORIA FALLS ADVENTURE GOLF Royal Pavilion, Royal Ave, Royal Victoria Park, Bath. Tel: 01225 425066. Web: www. victoriafallsadventuregolf.co.uk • An 18-hole adventure golf course plus seven tennis courts, some indoor, popular with International House students. Students pay £3.50 (adults £4, children £3) and also get discounted tennis (see Health & Fitness).
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WOODLANDS GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB Trench La, Almondsbury. Tel: 01454 618121. Web: www.woodlands-golf.com • Two 18-hole courses (the Masters and the Signature), both boasting much prettiness and water. The Signature’s elevated parthree 17th hole drops down to a green virtually surrounded by water.
HORSE RIDING CLEVEDON RIDING CENTRE Clevedon Lane, Clevedon, North Somerset. Tel: 01275 858699 • Long-established family business with over 20 horses. All levels of tuition in outdoor floodlit school and indoor arena. Adult group £22.50, child group £17.50, hour private lesson £45, first trial lesson £10. KINGSWESTON STABLES Kingsweston Rd, Lawrence Weston, Bristol. Tel: 0117 982 8929 • Long-established riding school: open Wed-Sun. Group/private lessons, escorted hacking (20-plus-strong stable of horses). Facilities include floodlit outdoor arena, plentiful off-road riding. SHIPHAM RIDING CENTRE Broadway, Shipham, North Somerset. Tel: 01934 843522. Web: www.shiphamriding. co.uk • Expert tuition in all-weather arena. Riding in the Mendips. Adult lessons and hacking from £20. WELLOW TREKKING CENTRE Little Horse Croft Farm, Wellow, Bath. Tel: 01225 834376. Web: www.wellowtrekking. com • Trekking in and around the local countryside for adults and children, with half-hour pony hire £10, an hour’s riding £30. Clay pigeon shooting and archery also offered.
TEAMSPORT Avonmouth Way, Avonmouth, Bristol. Tel: 08444 108108. Web: www.team-sport. co.uk • Formerly the Raceway, still offering indoor karting plus multi-level Laser Tag with two-handed phasers sometimes available. 500M TRACK OVER TWO LEVELS
MOUNTAIN BIKING & CYCLING ASHTON COURT ESTATE MOUNTAIN BIKE TRAILS Ashton Court Visitor Centre, Bristol. Tel: 0117 963 9174 Web:www. ashtoncourtestate.com • 6.5km of adventurous cycling trails. The main trail is graded blue (moderate) and gives a great flowing ride. In places the trail splits to provide blue (moderate) and red (difficult) graded options. Map available from the visitor centre or website.
Water, land & air • You don’t have to go to Oxford or Cambridge to take to the river – check out the introductory courses at Bristol Ariel Rowing Club… Put your bike through its paces on the Ashton Court Estate Mountain Bike Trails… Jumpers for goalposts! Make your own fun in one of Bristol’s parks and green spaces… Talking of which – you’ll never bemoan windy weather after you’ve picked up something wonderful from Bristol Kite Store… Nurture the Tiger Woods within at Victoria Falls Adventure Golf.
ATMOSPHERE 137 St George’s Rd, Bristol. Tel: 0117 908 7153. Web: www.electricbikes.org.uk • Electric bike centre. BLACKBOY CYCLES 180 Whiteladies Rd, Bristol. Tel: 0117 973 1420. Web: www.blackboycycles.co.uk • Specialised brand plus plenty for budget-conscious students. Hire service, quick repairs. STUDENT DISCOUNT 10% ON SPARES AND ACCESSORIES
BRISTOL TRAILS GROUP Tel: 07712 650857. Web: www. bristoltrailsgroup.com • Friendly group repairing and maintaining local mountain bike trails – an ace way to get involved and meet those with similar interests.
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CADENCE 9 Chelsea Rd, Bath. Tel: 01225 446887. Web: www.cadencebikeshop.com • Friendly, informative bike shop where the kettle is always on! Drop in for bikes, accessories, clothing and advice. CYCLE CLUB AND STUDENT DISCOUNTS
EMMAUS (BRISTOL) Barton Manor, Midland Rd, St Philips, Bristol. Tel: 0117 954 0886. Web: www. emmausbristol.org.uk • Charity selling serviced bikes with a 28-day guarantee for around £45-£90. Space nearby for a trial ride. Also sells furniture – your one-stop freshers’ week stop! MUD DOCK CYCLEWORKS & CAFE 40 The Grove, Bristol. Tel: 0117 929 2151. Web: www.mud-dock.co.uk • Cannondale, Trek, Felt, Brompton, Pashley, Santa Cruz and Scott stockists. Free servicing for life on new purchases over £600. Bike mechanics, workshop, secure bike shed plus showers and lockers. OVERBURY’S SPECIALIST CYCLES 138 Ashley Rd, Montpelier, Bristol. Tel: 0117 955 7924 • Long-established, family-run cycle shop selling new cycles, spares and accessories.
WEBBS OF WARMLEY 14 High St, Warmley, Bristol. Tel: 0117 967 3676. Web: www.webbsofwarmley.co.uk • Top mountain bike, BMX, road cycle and accessories suppliers. Very affordable daily hire service. There’s even a tandem available – bring a friend! Repairs. ZERO G 11-13 North St, Bedminster. Tel: 0117 966 0743; 12-14 Park St. Tel: 0117 929 7368; Unit 6, The Willows Centre, Downend, Bristol. Tel: 0117 956 6719. Web: www.zerogcyclecorp.com. • All your cycling requirements.
SKIING, SNOWBOARDING, SKATING & MOUNTAIN BOARDING AVON SKI & ACTION CENTRE Lyncombe Drive, Churchill, Somerset. Tel: 01934 852335. Web: www.avonski. co.uk • Multi-activity centre: everything from dry-slope skiing, snowboarding and tobogganing to mountain boarding, power kiting, archery and air rifles. Can also arrange climbing.
PEMBURY CYCLES 8 Highridge Rd, Bishopsworth, Bristol. Tel: 0117 964 0973. Web: www.pemburycycles. co.uk • Full mountain-bike range, BMX and hybrids, plus servicing, repairs, parts, accessories.
BRISTOL ICE RINK Frogmore St, Bristol. Tel: 0117 929 2148. Web: www.jnll.co.uk • Alas, ice karting is no more but you can still have a lot of fun out on the slippery frozen stuff.
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BUGSBOARDING Overton Cottage, Maisemore, Gloucester. Tel: 07749 897330. Web: www.bugsboarding. co.uk • Mountain boarding for everyone from beginners to experts, trained instructors and a choice of courses.
TOTAL FITNESS 3 Saracen St, Bath. Tel: 01225 444164. Web: www.totalfitnessbath.co.uk • For the serious cyclist: triathlon, road and mountain bikes custom-built or off the peg. STUDENT DISCOUNT 10% ON CLOTHING AND ACCESSORIES
GLOUCESTER SKI & SNOWBOARD CENTRE Matson Lane, Robinswood Hill, Glos. Tel: 0844 815 9055. Web: www.gloucesterski.
com • Tutorial and recreational snow sport on one of England’s largest outdoor slopes. Tubing offers rubber-ring fun – no skill needed. NUS CARDHOLDERS CHARGED JUNIOR RATE
MISCELLANEOUS BATH & DISTRICT FOOTBALL LEAGUE Tel: 01225 833691. Web: www.bdfl.org.uk • Boasts 120 teams playing within a 12-mile radius of Bath. Secretary Bernard Clifford can find you a club. BRISTOL & WEST ATHLETICS CLUB Whitehall Athletics Track, Johnsons Lane, Whitehall. Tel: 07999 511366/01761 462179. Web: www.bristolandwestac.org • Yearlong track and field, road running and cross country. DISCOUNT TO ANYONE IN FULL-TIME EDUCATION
BRISTOL BOXING GYM 40 Thomas St, St Agnes, Bristol. Tel: 0117 949 6699/908 6655. Web: www. westcountryboxing.com • Nationally regarded boxing gym, popular with students for circuit training. One-off trial session £5, various membership packages. THE ONE-TO-ONE HOUR WITH PRO TRAINER (£30) IS GREAT
BRISTOL LAWN TENNIS & SQUASH CLUB Redland Green, Bristol. Tel: 0117 973 1139 • See Health & Fitness. BRISTOL ROLLER DERBY Web: www.bristolrollerderby.com. Twitter, Facebook • Roller derby is a fast and furious all-female sport played on quad skates. Games staged in various Bristol locations with next due in November. Legendary after-parties too. FULL CONTACT, FULL-ON AND NOT FOR THE FAINT-HEARTED
BRISTOL’S PARKS AND GREEN SPACES Web: www.bristol.gov.uk/parks • Bristol boasts a wide range of parks and green spaces suitable for days out. Pack a football, Frisbee and hacky sack and stage your own triathlon. BRITISH MILITARY FITNESS BRISTOL Meet Durdham Downs, Clifton, Bristol. Tel: 0870 241 2517. Web: www.britmilfit. com • Get-fit sessions based on military training. CHEESE ROLLING Coopers Hill, Glos. Web: www.cheeserolling.co.uk • Annual event whereby lunatics chase a cheese down a hill, watched by TV crews from Canada, USA, etc. Crowds of up to 5,000 have attended, 2009 saw the last official rolling. UNOFFICIAL EVENTS HAVE BEEN STAGED IN THE LAST TWO YEARS
CIRCLE RULES FOOTBALL Matches usually played at Queen Sq, Central Bristol, Thursday evenings. Facebook group • Innovative sport devised in NYC combining Gaelic football, football, basketball and more played by both sexes gaining quite a local following. FRIENDLY, FUNKY & FAST
DAMIAN FORDER CRICKET ACADEMY Tel: 07766 801340. Web: www.dfca.co.uk • Batting, bowling and fielding tuition for both sexes from ex-Gloucestershire CCC pro Damian Forder. Damian offers coaching to university cricket clubs, from pre-season group sessions to match-day preparation and evaluation. And if you’re after joining a local team, he can hook you up! DOWNS FOOTBALL LEAGUE Clifton Downs, Bristol. Web: www.bbc. co.uk/bristol • Bristol’s more eminent version of Hackney Marshes.
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• Climbing routes ranging from easy to tricky to very difficult indeed await at Undercover Rock…improve your batting, bowling and fielding with cricket lessons at the Damian Forder Cricket Academy…who’s the fastest in your flat? Speed thrills await putting pedal to the metal go-karting at Teamsport…or for more genteel galloping giddy-up gently at Kingsweston Stables…strengthen your calves, core and quadriceps with fencing classes from Maitre Jim Perry.
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GENESIS NETBALL CLUB Tel: 07810 186897. Web: www.genesisnetball. co.uk • Train Aug-May, with Avon Netball League matches at weekends. GREAT WESTERN RUNNERS Meet Bristol Lawn Tennis & Squash Club, Redland Green, Bristol. Tel: 0117 943 3108. Web: www.greatwesternrunners.org.uk • 250-odd member club meeting at 7pm on Wed through the year to jog between four and 10 miles. JIM PERRY FENCING MAITRE Tel: 07970 426057. Web: www.jimsworld.org • Maitre Jim Perry offers fencing lessons for all levels at Hans Price Sport Centre, Weston-super-Mare on Wednesdays; juniors 5-7pm, adults 7-9pm. FENCING HAS FEATURED AT EVERY OLYMPIC GAMES OF THE MODERN ERA
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LASER FUSION The Station, Silver St, Broadmead, Bristol. Tel: 0117 949 6688. Web: www.laserfusion. info • Formerly Laser Quest but still a wicked student fave. Team games or allagainst-all laser action. ONE GAME £5.95, TWO £9.95, ADDITIONAL GAMES £2
LEUKAEMIA & LYMPHOMA RESEARCH Tel: 01225 311954. Email: freddugan@aol. com. Web: www.runninghigh.co.uk, www. beatingbloodcancers.org • Get inspired to get into shape via running, cycling and other activities while raising funds for an excellent cause. PÉTANQUE The Anchor, Oldbury on Severn. Tel: 01454 413331. Web: www.petanchors.co.uk • This pub, with 14 pistes, is one of the UK’s top pétanque venues. Phone ahead to confirm availability. Small sub required. REAL TENNIS Bristol & Bath Tennis Club, Beggar Bush Playing Fields, Abbots Leigh, Bristol. Tel: 0117 973 3444. Web: www.bbtc.org.uk • A sport dating from Tudor times in one of the region’s most stunning sporting arenas. Junior annual membership (under-25s) £25. PHONE FOR A FREE GO
ST NICK’S GAELIC FOOTBALL CLUB Web: www.stnicksgaa.co.uk • Gaelic football combines football, rugby and basketball, and spawned Aussie Rules. Rookies welcome.
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BIKES ARCHITRAIL Ashton Court Estate, Bristol, BS41 9JN. Web: www.architrail.co.uk • The global biking aces have just opened brand new mountain bike trails through these lovely rolling surrounds, each colour-coded to biking ability. AVON VALLEY CYCLERY Rear Bath Spa Railway Station, Bath, BA1 1SX. Tel: 01225 442442. Web: www. avonvalleycyclery.co.uk • Cavernous place hosting a welter of bikes and equipment, as well as arranging ride to work schemes. BIKEWORKSHOP 88 Colston St, Bristol, BS1 5BB. Tel: 0117 926 8961. Web: www.bikeworkshop.co.uk • Full stock of pedal-driven delights, including both secondhand and brand new models. Plus a workshop and advice on bike security and local routes. BRISTOL CYCLING CAMPAIGN Box 60, Booty, 82 Colston St, Bristol, BS1 5BB. Tel: 0117 927 3416. Web: www. bristolcyclingcampaign.org.uk • From 20mph urban speed limits to cycle priority in transport planning, campaigns to give thanks for. Plenty more cycling-related info besides. CADENCE BIKE SHOP 9 Chelsea Rd, Bath, BA1 3PP. Tel: 01225 446887. Web: cadencebikeshop.com • All manner of bicycles, accessories, and a friendly workshop to boot. JOHN’S BIKES 82-84 Walcot St, Bath, BA1 5BD. Tel: 01225 334633. Web: www.johnsbikes.co.uk • “Fondle the handlebars... stroke your bike. Most importantly, ride it.” Yep, nobody loves bikes quite like John, and he’s got a really big old shop stocked with just about everything to prove it. MUD DOCK CYCLEWORKS & CAFE 40 The Grove, Bristol, BS1 4RB. Tel: 0117 929 2151. Web: www.mud-dock.co.uk • Deadly serious shop stocked with all manner of bikes and extraneous equipment, plus a café upstairs to boot.
BOATS BRISTOL FERRY BOAT CO Harbourside Bistro, 1 Canons Rd, Bristol, BS1 5TX. Tel: 0117 927 3416. Web: www. bristolferry.com • The very finest way to get around Bristol. A trip round the harbour is a must for all newcomers, with unlimited all-day travel just £3 for NUS cardholders if you book online.
BUSES & COACHES BATH BUS COMPANY 6 North Parade, Bath, BA1 1LF. Tel: 01225 330444. Web: www.bathbuscompany.com • Get to know your spectacular city via an open-top bus tour.
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BATH BUS STATION Dorchester St, Bath, BA1 ASS. Tel: 01225 494918 • Snazzy new (-ish, having opened in 2009) station, offering regular tickets plus day/week/month cards for cheaper travel. BRISTOL BUS & COACH STATION Marlborough St, Bristol, BS1 3NU. Tel: 0117 904 7252 • Extensive bus network covers most of the local area, plus the local hub for National Express. The Airport Flyer heads to Bedminster International every 10 mins during peak hours. FIRST Web: www.firstgroup.com • Run the majority of bus and rail services in and around Bristol and Bath. Check www. firstforstudents.co.uk for discounts. NATIONAL EXPRESS COACHES Tel: 0990 808080. Web: www. nationalexpress.com. Ticket offices at Bristol and Bath Bus Stations • Cheapest way to get around the country, with London coaches hourly (half-hourly peak time), most other major cities every two hours or so. Get yourself a Young Person’s Coach Card for serious savings. NIGHT-FLYERS Web: www.travelbristol.org/bus/nightflyer • Eight dead handy late-night bus services from Bristol city centre to suburbs every Fri and Sat (and New Year’s Eve), leaving on the hour from 12midnight-6am. TRAVELINE Tel: 0871 200 2233 (calls cost 10p per min from landlines, plus 6p to connect). Web: www.traveline.info • Timetables and journey planners for bus, coach and rail services.
CARS CITY CAR CLUB www.citycarclub.co.uk. Tel: 0845 330 234 • Spare yourself tax and insurance on a car you barely use and instead sign up to this nationwide car pool, allowing members to hire vehicles on an hourly rate. Copious parking spaces at numerous points around Bristol and Bath.
PLANES BRISTOL INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Bristol Airport, BS48 3DY. Tel: 0871 334 4344. Web: www.bristolairport.co.uk • Fly direct to tons of European destinations, plus North Africa, the US and Mexico. Bus connections from both Temple Meads and Bristol Bus Station.
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LIMOS THE LIMO PEOPLE Tel: 0800 180 4305. Web: www. thelimopeople.co.uk • Squawk your way around town via the open windows of super-stretch limos, hummers or even a fire engine.
TRAINS NATIONAL RAIL Train enquiry number charged at local rate: 0845 748 4950. Web: www.nationalrail.co.uk • We’re well-served by mainline services in Bath and, especially, Bristol. Be sure to get yourself a Young Person’s Railcard for a third off most fares. SEVERN BEACH RAILWAY Web: www.severnbeachline.org • Jump aboard a success story! Accountants have oft held axes above its head in the past, but recent growth figures (passenger numbers up over 90% between 2007-08 and 2010-11) should put paid to that. Regular services between Bristol Temple Meads and Severn Beach, stopping at Lawrence Hill, Stapleton Rd, Montpelier, Redland, Clifton Down, Sea Mills, Shirehampton.
TRAVEL BATH BACKPACKERS 13 Pierrepont St, Bath, BA1 1LA. Tel: 01225 446787. Web: www.hostels.com/ BathBackpackers • WiFi all over, security lockers, common room with telly, washing machine/dryer, ironing and more. Oh, and beds, in single sex and mixed dorms. BRISTOL BACKPACKERS 17 Saint Stephen’s St, Bristol, BS1 1EQ. Tel: 0117 925 7900. Web: www. bristolbackpackers.co.uk • City-centre hostel with all mod cons and very competitive prices.
Cycle of life • Frankly, if you’re not cycling your way Round These Parts you’re missing out. Not least culturally, for Bristol is the UK’s first official Cycling City and home to go-bybike pioneers Sustrans (www.sustrans.org.uk). The first ever section of Sustrans’ National Cycle Network links Bristol and Bath with 13 miles of flat, traffic-free path, and views of the countryside you just won’t see from road or rail. And neither city is exactly free from traffic snarl-up, so biking is your quickest mode of transport. See listings for the copious number of organisations and stores offering bounteous back-up support.
BRISTOL YOUTH HOSTEL 14 Narrow Quay, Bristol, BS1 4QA. Tel: 0845 371 9726. Web: www.yha.org.uk • Proper-job urban YHA franchise, dead central in a smartly transformed former waterfront grainhouse. FLIGHT CENTRE 15 Union Passage, Bath, BA1 1RF. Tel: 01225 444413; 37 Queens Rd, Bristol, BS8 1QE. Tel: 0117 929 8560. Web: www.flightcentre. co.uk • Competitive airfares, city breaks, adventure holidays and so forth from this youth travel specialist.
FAST TRACK TAXIS Bristol. Tel: 0117 965 9973 • Reliable, friendly and available. What more could you want from a taxi firm? Not much. We’ve got ’em on speed dial.
FULL MOON BACKPACKERS HOTEL & ATTIC BAR 1 North St, Stokes Croft, Bristol, BS1 3PR. Tel: 0117 924 5007. Web: www.fmbristol.co.uk • Gracious old building in the heart of Stokes Croft, offering bars, pool room, laundry and suchlike. Dorm beds from £17pppn.
V CARS Bristol Tel: 0117 925 2626. Bath Tel: 01225 464646. Web: www.v-cars.com • Over a quarter-century to the good in offering reliable, competitive private hire taxi services, with over 900 cars in the area. Also minibuses, airport runs and long distance.
GLASTONBURY BACKPACKERS 4 Market Pl, Glastonbury, BA6 9HD. Tel: 01458 833 353. Web: www. glastonburybackpackers.com • Nicely located in a 16th-century coaching inn, with public bar/café, regular live music and dorm beds from £16.50pppn.
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ITCHY FEET 4 Bartlett St, Bath, BA1 2QZ. Tel: 01225 442618. Web: www.itchyfeet.com • Books, clothing, footwear, gadgets, expert tip givers – if it’s travel-related, it’s in here. MARCO POLO TRAVEL ADVISORY SERVICE 24a Park St, Bristol, BS1 5JA. Tel: 0117 929 4123. Web: www.marcopolotravel.co.uk • Independent travel agency boasting 22 years of knowledge, ripe for the passing on. ST CHRISTOPHER’S INN 9 Green St, Bath, BA1 2JY. Tel: 01225 481444. Web: www.st-christophers.co.uk • Centrally located backpacker hostel boasting its own bar, the below-stairs St Christopher’s Inns sports pub. STA TRAVEL University of Bath, BA2 7AY. Tel: 0871 702 9802; 43 Queens Rd, Bristol, BS8 1QQ. Tel: 0871 702 9808. Web: www.statravel.co.uk • Very experienced specialists in travel for students and young folk. TRAVEL MOOD 54 Park St, Bristol, BS1 5JN. Tel: 0117 317 8417. Web: www.travelmood.co.uk • Offering flights and tailor-made holidays across the globe. WHITE HART Widcombe Hill, Bath, BA2 6AA. Tel: 01225 313985. Web: www.whitehartbath.co.uk • An old pub – even by Bath’s standards – with dorm beds from £15pppn, private rooms from £25. WILD WINGS Davis House, Lodge Causeway, Bristol, BS16 3JB. Tel: 0117 965 8333. Web: www.wildwings. co.uk • Brilliantly eclectic wildlife-related tours to weird and wonderful destinations.
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THE BASICS Aside from your uni and student union, there are two sites which every new arrival in Bristol should investigate. That’s Bristol City Council www.bristol.gov.uk
with a stupendous amount of information you don’t care about now, but will need sooner or later, especially when not living in hall. Then there’s www.visitbristol. co.uk Until you’ve decided to stay here on graduation, you’re a tourist, too, and this knows all the fun and interesting stuff. Same applies to Bath noobs: www.bathnes.gov.uk and www. visitbath.co.uk Naturally, you should also keep tabs on www.venue.co.uk, website of the West’s biggest arts and entertainment magazine (i.e. Venue, i.e. us). There’s news, what’s on listings, reviews and several fiendishly useful and unbiased guides to getting the best out of Bristol, Bath and the area.
CABOT CIRCUS www.cabotcircus.com • Bristol shopping centre, with lots of clothes shops and a Harvey Nichols and smart restaurants and everything (but no bookshops until Foyles arrived a while back). Oh, and there’s the all-important Apple store. Other shopping centres are also available, e.g. The Mall, Cribbs Causeway (www.mallcribbs.com), Broadmead (www. bristolbroadmead.co.uk) and Bath’s new Southgate Centre (www.southgatebath. com).
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DIGITAL BRISTOL www.digitalbristol.org • Community portal for seeking out everything from plumbers to clubs and societies. Way better than most of the shabby opportunistic portal operations Google searches will take you to.
BRISTOL PICTORIAL TOURS www.about-bristol.co.uk • Superb series of illustrated tours around Bristol. THE MAYOR’S CORPS OF HONORARY GUIDES www.bathguides.org.uk • Get a free guided tour of Bath. PORTCITIES BRISTOL www.discoveringbristol.org.uk • Excellent intro to Bristol’s trading past, with lots of information on slavery.
SURVIVAL ADVICE WEST advicewest.org.uk • Excellent portal for help on all sorts of issues from housing to debt and discrimination. Useful if the student union or uni welfare can’t help. AVON & SOMERSET POLICE www.avonandsomerset.police.uk • Sound advice on personal and home security plus lots of pics and CCTV footage of wrong ‘uns. See if there’s anyone you know and shop ‘em! BRISTOL BIKE PROKECT www.thebristolbikeproject.org • Repairing and selling unwanted bicycles.
CHARADE STYLE www.charadestyle.com • Fashion tips for girl students by a Bristol girl student.
DRINKING OUT WEST www.venue.co.uk/dow • Your essential local drinking guide, from Venue Publishing (us). EATING OUT WEST www.venue.co.uk/eow • Also brought to you by Venue Publishing. Other local food websites are available, but this is the most comprehensive and informative (and we’re really, honestly not just saying that because we made it). There’s a print version if you’d prefer. FREECYCLE www.groups.yahoo.com/group/ freecyclebristol, www.groups.yahoo.com/ group/bathfreecycle • For when you need free stuff, or have stuff you want to give away. Use it when you rent a house, and use it again when you leave. GUMTREE gumtree.com/bristol, www.gumtree.com/ bath • Free classified ads – jobs, cars, rental, flat-share etc. See also tradeit www.trade-it.co.uk and of course craigslist bristol.craigslist.co.uk, bath. craigslist.co.uk
TRAVEL BRISTOL www.travelbristol.org • Absolutely essential stuff to help you get round on foot, by bike, car or public transport as painlessly as possible. Bus users should take advantage of related site Next Bus Bristol at bristol.acislive.com which tells you what time they’re going to be at the stop outside your house.
MEDIA BBC BRISTOL NEWS www.bbc.co.uk/bristol/news • See also www.bbc.co.uk/somerset/news for Bath side of things. BRISTOL 24-7 www.bristol247.com • New independent site for local news, sport, comment, sport and lifestyle. HEART FM www.heartbristol.co.uk ITV WEST www.itv.com/westcountry-east • Local ITV station with a bit of news, though not much. JACK FM www.jackbristol.com LOCAL PEOPLE www.localpeople.co.uk • Chain of ultralocal ‘parish’ news websites, the idea being that residents will contribute news as well. None in Bath yet, but there are sites for Clifton, Bedminster, Westburyon-Trym and Redland in Bristol. THIS IS BATH & THIS IS BRISTOL www.thisisbath.com, www.thisisbristol. com • Best online sources for local news, with content from the Bath Chronicle and Bristol Evening Post. Loads of useful other stuff too, including house and job ads.
POLITICS THE AUTONOMIST bristolautonomist.blogspot.com • Bristol area radical/anarchist newsletter with news and events diary.
Check the app store! • Don’t forget to check out your smartphone app store to see what’s on offer that’s relevant to Bristol or Bath. At the time of writing, there seem to be more Bristol-specific iPhone apps than Android ones, but the latter will probably overtake soon. If you’re going to be travelling a lot by bus and have limited/ expensive internet access on your phone, you should certainly look for the latest bus timetable app. There are also a fair few iPhone touristy apps (some free) which will help you get to know the place. See what’s on offer as there’s new ones coming along all the time.
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BRISTOL STREETART bristolgraffiti.blogspot.com • All the latest local graf.
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BRISTOL TRAFFIC bristolcars.blogspot.com • Dead funny satire on Bristol’s car culture, complete with photos of offenders. BRISTLE’S BLOG FROM THE BUNKERS bristle.wordpress.com • Inner-city Bristolian on politics, community issues, comics and movies. ENEMIES OF REASON enemiesofreason.co.uk • Bristolian Steve Baxter runs one of the UK’s leading left/ liberal blogs. He’s very funny about right-wing media.
THE BATH BOMB www.thebathbomb.blogspot.com • Bath’s leading radical politics and scandal-sheet. BRISTOL & SOUTH GLOUCESTERSHIRE CONSERVATIVES www.bsgconservatives.com BRISTOL INDYMEDIA www.bristol.indymedia.org • Where anyone can post news and views on local matters. Popular with radical leftists and anarchists. GREEN PARTY www.bristolgreenparty.org.uk, bath. greenparty.org.uk LABOUR PARTY www.bristollabourparty.org.uk, www. baneslabour.org.uk LIBERAL DEMOCRATS www.bristol-libdems.org.uk, bathlibdems. org.uk WORKING FOR THE CLAMPDOWN bristolwestpaul.wordpress.com • Bristol Labour party activist Paul Smith. Most local MPs have bland blogs that are no better than spin. The only one worth reading is Kerry McCarthy’s at kerrymccarthy.wordpress.com – she’s Bristol East MP and former Labour “Twitter Tsar”.
CAUSES BATH STOP THE WAR COALITION www.bathstopwar.org.uk • There’s also a Bristol group, though they don’t have a site. BRISTOL CIVIC SOCIETY www.bristolcivicsociety.org.uk BATH PRESERVATON TRUST www.bath-preservation-trust.org.uk BRISTOL CYCLING CAMPAIGN www.bristolcyclingcampaign.org.uk BRISTOL FRIENDS OF THE EARTH www.bristolfoe.org.uk
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BRISTOL RADICAL HISTORY GROUP www.brh.org.uk • Because Bristol’s history is much more interesting than the bland tourist-guide version. SOCIAL ECONOMY BRISTOL socialeconomybristol.org • Info on the city’s community and not-for-profit local business scene. STOP BRISTOL AIRPORT EXPANSION www.nobristolairportexpansion.co.uk • What it says on the tin. TRANSITION CITY BRISTOL www.transitionbristol.org • Trying to wean us off our fossil-fuel habits. TRANSFORM www.transform-drugs.org.uk • Bristolbased campaign for effective drug policies.
BLOGS THE ANIMAL DISCO theanimaldisco.blogspot.com • Bathbased journalist Melissa Blease. AUREA MEDIOCRITAS aureamediocritas-tonyd.blogspot.com • There’s loads of local green/ environmental bloggers locally, but this, by Green activist and local historian Tony Dyer, is one of the more readable.
EUGENE BYRNE eugenebyrne.wordpress.com • Local author and journalist. Blogs on Bristol matters, science fiction and history whenever he can be bothered to get off his lazy arse. ANYONE ELSE HATE THEIR JOB? officeworkerseven.blogspot.com • Anonymous Bristol wage slave blogs amusingly on the (lack of) joys of office life. JAMES BARLOW jamesbarlow.co.uk/blog • Bone-dry, incisive and funny local right-wing blogger and business consultant. Excellent forensic examinations of council documents. KIRSTEN ELLIOTT LOOKS AT BATH kirsten-elliott-bath.blogspot.com • Bath historian, author and civic activist. RECREATION GROUND www.recreationground.blogspot.com • Bristol author, poet and journalist Tom Phillips.
A FEW REASONS WHY WE LOVE IT ROUND HERE AARDMAN ANIMATIONS www.aardman.com • Wallace and Gromit, and Shaun the Sheep. Nuff said. BANKSY www.banksy.co.uk • Some bloke who paints on walls.
BOY FROM FISHPONDS www.bs16.com • Trojan skinhead from East Bris. Music, politics, local history.
BEAST CLOTHING www.beast-clothing.com • You’re not a proper-job Bristolian until you own something from here.
BRISTOL CULTURE bristolculture.wordpress.com • Readable, thoughtful stuff on Bristol arts, entertainment, eating and drinking.
• Facebook has hundreds of local groups, but many are just trying to sell you stuff. It’s still worth a search if you have particular cultural interests, such as in Bristol’s thriving graffiti scene (www.facebook. com/BristolGSA). You should definitely check out the Flickr groups (www. flickr.com/groups/ bristol, www.flickr. com/groups/bath) for gorgeous pics. There are too many specialist and general forums to mention, just Google for whatever interests you and you may well find a website with a discussion board. Most of your favourite sites and bloggers are also on Twitter, so seek them out there. For funzies, don’t miss the local newspaper sites for neanderthal user comments.
SIAN & CROOKED RIB sianandcrookedrib.blogspot.com • Lively blog from Bristol feminist.
BLOOD RED SOUNDS bloodredsounds.blogspot.com • Bristol music blog, with a bit of politics.
BRISTOL BITES bristolbites.wordpress.com • Foodie stuff.
Social media
BRISTOL FESTIVAL OF IDEAS www.ideasfestival.co.uk • Bristol examines other people’s ideas and tries to have some of its own. BRISTOL MEDIA www.bristolmedia.co.uk • Organisation
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representing Bristol’s plethora of old and new media firms. A must if you’re looking for work/internships in this field. CUBE MICROPLEX www.cubecinema.com • Bristol’s brilliant little independent cinema/arts centre. M SHED mshed.org • New museum of all things Bristolian. PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF STOKES CROFT www.prsc.org.uk • Artists and activists trying to beautify and regenerate Bristol’s inner city. SWNS swns.com • Bristol-based news agency specialising in red-top stories. Some of the stuff here is very funny. For sites for music, nightlife, theatre etc, see relevant sections.
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ACCOMMODATION FINDING PRIVATE SECTOR ACCOMMODATION Don’t let the thought of having to find secondyear accommodation, spoil your first-year fun. Relax! Over time you’ll work out which parts of your city you’d like to live in come autumn 2012. Once you’re sure of the ’hood, check websites, halls of residence noticeboards and newsagents’ windows for properties or tell the world what you’re after via Facebook or Twitter. When ready, arrange viewings and meetings with the letting agent or landlord. There are plenty of properties in Bristol and Bath, but wherever you end up ensure your new pad has a Gas Safety Certificate and an Energy Performance Certificate. BATH UNIVERSITY ACCOMMODATION OFFICE Tel: 01225 383111. Web: www.bath.ac.uk/ accommodation • Has guides and private sector lists. The Advice & Representation Centre (www.bathstudent.com/welfare) checks contracts and offers free legal advice.
BATH STUDENT LETS 14 Widcombe Crescent, Bath, BA2 6AH. Tel: 01225 422387. Web: www.bathstudentlets.co.uk • Well-trusted landlords with a small portfolio of attractive properties to let. BRISTOL UNIVERSITY ACCOMMODATION OFFICE Tel: 0117 954 5740. Web: www.bristol.ac.uk/ accommodation • Offers online guidance and lists of properties. CITY PROPERTY LETS 58 Gloucester Rd, Bristol, BS7 8BH. Tel: 0117 908 0062. Web: www.city-property-lets.co.uk • Clean, spacious properties across Bristol. DIGS 1 Triangle South, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 1EY. Tel: 0117 930 8750. Web: www.bristoldigs.co.uk • Specialist student providers with a wide selection of accredited flats and houses. MORE THAN 1,000 BED SPACES AVAILABLE
HOME LETS 1 Edgar Buildings, George St, Bath, BA1 2EE. Tel: 01225 484811. Web: www.homeletsofbath. co.uk • Experienced independent agency letting a wide variety of properties including student accommodation in central Bath and surrounding areas. UWE ACCOMMODATION OFFICE Tel: 0117 32 83601. Web: www.uwe.ac.uk/ accommodation • Lists properties (helpfully graded) and gives advice.
ARTS & MEDIA AARDMAN ANIMATIONS Gas Ferry Rd, Bristol, BS1 6UN. Tel: 0117 984 8485. Web: www.aardman.com • The world’s leading model animation studio known for Wallace and Gromit. In 2011/12 Aardman may become involved with UWE’s animation curriculum and possibly offer work experience places. AARDMAN EXPERTS STAGE EIGHT MASTER CLASSES AT UWE THIS YEAR
ARNOLFINI 16 Narrow Quay, Bristol, BS1 4QA. Tel: 0117 917 2300. Web: www.arnolfini.org.uk • Exhibitions,
film, live art, dance, music and literature are all on offer. GALLERIES ALWAYS FREE, 10% NUS DISCOUNT AT BOOKSHOP ON WEDNESDAYS
BBC Broadcasting House, Whiteladies Rd, Bristol, BS8 2LR. Tel: 0117 974 1111. Web: www.bbc.co.uk/ pointswest, www.bbc.co.uk/radiobristol • Home to the Natural History Unit and a major force in the region’s media scene. BIG ISSUE SOUTH WEST Tel: 0117 916 6595. Web: www. bigissuesouthwest.co.uk • Regional offices for the magazine supporting homeless people. A location change is likely in 2011/12. BOLEXBROTHERS Web: www.bolexbrothers.co.uk • Bristol film company taking a temporary hiatus. BRISTOL COMMUNITY FM Beacon Centre, Russell Town Ave, Bristol, BS5 9JH. Tel: 0560 112 6659. Web: www.bcfm.org.uk • Local, accessible, community-friendly station with a wide range of programmes on 93.2FM. BRISTOL INDYMEDIA Web: www.bristol.indymedia.org • Web forum and platform for protests and campaigns. E3 MEDIA Unit 2.1-2.3, The Paintworks, Bath Rd, Bristol, BS4 3EH. Tel: 0117 902 1333. Web: www.e3media. co.uk • Creative digital communications agency. ENDEMOL WEST Web: www.endemoluk.com • The Bristol studios responsible for ‘Deal Or No Deal’. FUTURE PUBLISHING 30 Monmouth St, Bath, BA1 2BW. Tel: 01225 442244. Web: www.futureplc.com • One of the UK’s biggest specialist publishers, focusing on niche magazines on topics from cycling to gaming. HEART 1 Passage St, Bristol, BS2 0JF. Tel: 0117 984 3200. Web: www.heart.co.uk • Local offices broadcasting Heart’s upbeat, friendly radio formula to the South West.
HAMILTON HOUSE 80 Stokes Croft, Bristol, BS1 3QY. Tel: 0117 924 9599. Web: www.coexist.hamiltonhouse.org • Eco-friendly creative arts community centre with music and bar venue, dance and yoga studios, organic garden, library and cafe. NON-PROFIT GROUPS GET DISCOUNTED SPACE HIRE
ITV WEST Television Centre, Bath Rd, Bristol, BS4 3HG. Tel: 0844 881 2345. Web: www.itv.com/ westcountry • Mainly local news and current affairs. NORTHCLIFFE MEDIA Tel: 0117 934 3000, Web: www.northcliffemedia. co.uk • Various sections of this publishing conglomerate are based in the South West, including the Bristol Evening Post, Western Daily Press and the Bristol Observer. ORIGIN PUBLISHING Tower House, Fairfax St, Bristol, BS1 3BN. Tel: 0117 927 9009. Web: www.originpublishing. co.uk • Publishing house with a portfolio of some rather specialist magazines such as ‘Cross Stitch Crazy’. SOUTH WEST SCREEN St Bartholomew’s Ct, Lewins Mead, Bristol, BS1 5BT. Tel: 0117 952 9977. Web: www.swscreen. co.uk • Excellent springboard for young graduates looking for guidance in the TV and film industry. THE SPARK 86 Colston St, Bristol, BS1 5BB. Tel: 0117 914 3434. Web: www.thespark.co.uk • Quarterly free magazine providing a green, ethical, holistic alternative. TIGRESS PRODUCTIONS LTD 1-2 Oakfield Ct, Oakfield Rd, Bristol, BS8 2BD. Tel: 0117 933 5600. Web: www.tigressproductions.co.uk • TV production company specialising in wildlife, science and adventure documentaries. VENUE PUBLISHING Temple Way, Bristol, BS99 7HD. Tel: 0117 942 8491. Web: www.venue.co.uk • Producers of Venue and Folio, two awesome magazines bundled together into one unbeatable monthly package – and absolutely free; plus numerous handy guides such as Eating Out
Love your planet! • Congratulations! You’re part of a year group whose A-level results exceeded those of 2010. Now, can you do the same for recycling? Last year students helped Bath & North East Somerset recycle an impressive 46% of its rubbish. The first step to beating that figure is to visit Bath Council’s website at www. bathnes.gov.uk. Students in Bristol can get in on the act with advice from Bristol Council’s website www.bristol.gov.uk/recycling Stay informed on environmental and community issues plus social justice via the films shown by Chessels Community Cinema, established with the help of Bristol Green Store (www.bristolgreenstore.co.uk).
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WATERSHED Canons Rd, Bristol, BS1 5TX. Tel: 0117 927 5100. Web: www.watershed.co.uk • Media centre promoting creation and innovation and featuring three cinema screens for arthouse and more mainstream films. Also a bar/restaurant. STUDENT FILM CONCESSIONS: £3.60 (NOT £4.60) BEFORE 4PM, £5.60 (NOT £7.20) AFTER
MUSIC SERVICES A1 ENTERTAINMENT 36 Lanaway Rd, Fishponds, Bristol, BS16 2NN. Tel: 0117 902 0048. Web: www.a1entertainment. co.uk • Everything you need for a big event: staging, lighting, projectors etc. ASH KEYS MUSIC 24 Camelford Rd, Greenbank, Bristol, BS5 6HW. Tel: 07855 826228. Web: www. ashkeysmusic.com • Live music promotion and booking agent. FACTORY STUDIOS Barton Hill Trading Estate, Bristol, BS5 9RD. Tel: 0117 952 5655. Web: www. factorystudios.co.uk • Friendly space for rehearsals and live recordings. JACOB MORRISON GUITAR & UKULELE TEACHER Web: www.jacobmorrison.com • Guitar and ukulele lessons from expert tutor. VENUE’S MUSICIANS GUIDE Everything you need to know about Bristol and Bath’s music scene. Find the latest edition here: www.venue.co.uk/ musicians/11415-musicians-guide-2011
CHARITIES & VOLUNTEERING RAISING AND GIVING Your first port of call if you’re thinking of volunteering should be your university’s Raising and Giving (RAG) society: Bath University Web: www. bathstudent.com/rag/ Bath Spa University Web: www. bathspasu.co.uk Bristol University Web: www.ubu.org. uk/activities/rag/ UWE Web: www.uwesu.org/ ALLIES IN BRISTOL 17 Midland Rd, Bristol, BS2 0JT. Tel: 0117 907 7270. Web: www.csv.org.uk • Valued independent visitors who act as friends to young people who need them. FANTASTIC PLACE TO VOLUNTEER AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE
BTCV CONSERVATION GROUP Tel: 07739 447995. Web: www.btcv.org.uk • See Green Gym in Health section.
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EMMAUS BRISTOL Shaftesbury House, Kingsland Rd, Bristol, BS2 0QW. Tel: 0117 954 0886. Web: www.emmaus. org.uk • Enables people to move on from homelessness, providing work and a home in a supportive environment. JULIAN HOUSE 55 New King St, Bath, BA1 2BN. Tel: 01225 354650. Web: www.julianhouse.org.uk • Direct support for Bath’s homeless via a variety of projects including night shelter. JULIAN TRUST Little Bishop St, Bristol, BS2 9JF. Tel: 0117 924 4604 (eves only). Web: www.juliantrust.org.uk • City-centre night shelter for the homeless. OFTEN IN NEED OF VOLUNTEERS
NHS BLOOD & TRANSPLANT Tel: 0300 123 2323. Web: www.blood.co.uk • Give a bit of your time to give blood. It’s virtually painless and quick and you could save someone’s life. Sessions staged regularly across the region; appointments can be booked in advance at Southmead Donor Suite. TEA AND BISCUITS AFTER!
TERRENCE HIGGINS TRUST 8-10 West St, Bristol, BS2 0BH. Tel: 0117 955 1000. Web: www.tht.org.uk • Supports people diagnosed with HIV/Aids. Always looking for volunteers. VICTIM SUPPORT Bishopsworth Police Station, Kings Head La, Bishopsworth, Bristol, BS13 7DD. Tel: 0117 947 3065. Web: www.victimsupport.org.uk • Volunteers offer a listening ear and practical support to victims and witnesses of crime. Help is also needed with administration and running events. FULL TRAINING PROVIDED AND EXPENSES COVERED
VOLUNTEER BRISTOL Royal Oak Ave, Bristol, BS1 4GB. Tel: 0117 989 7733. Web: www.volunteerbristol.org.uk • Great resource for finding your own niche in the volunteering community.
WESTERN COMPUTER Victoria House, Temple Gate, Bristol, BS1 6PW. Tel: 0117 922 5661. Web: www.western. co.uk • Local Apple experts: brand new kit and invaluable advice from friendly staff. OPPOSITE TEMPLE MEADS STATION
COUNSELLING & HELPLINES GETTING HELP Your university will offer free counselling to students during term time, which can be the easiest and cheapest way of getting help with any problem. Bath University Visit www.bath. ac.uk/counselling to make an online appointment. Bristol University Tel: 0117 954 6655. Web: www.bristol.ac.uk/studentcounselling UWE Tel: 0117 32 82558. Web: www.uwe. ac.uk/students/healthandwellbeing/ counsellingservice ADDICTION RECOVERY AGENCY King’s Court, King St, Bristol, BS1 4EF. Tel: 0117 930 0282. Web: www. addictionrecovery.org.uk • Free confidential advice, information and counselling for people concerned about drink, drug use or gambling. AVON COUNSELLING & PSYCHOTHERAPY SERVICE 11 Orchard St, Bristol, BS1 5EH. Tel: 0117 930 4447; 4 Bridge St, Bath, BA24AS. Tel: 01225 463054 • Counselling and psychotherapy for individuals and couples experiencing emotional or psychological difficulties. SESSIONS £42, OCCASIONAL DISCOUNTS
BRISTOL CONFIDENTIAL COUNSELLING SERVICE Tel: 01275 853342. Web: www. bristolcounselling.org.uk • Counselling across the Bristol area.
COMPUTER SERVICES
BRISTOL CRISIS SERVICE FOR WOMEN See ‘TESS’ listing below.
CLEAN BEAN 274 Gloucester Rd, Bristol, BS7 8PB. Tel: 0117 924 1002. Web: www.thecleanbean.co.uk • Uber-faceted internet cafe and launderette. Dinky rear garden.
BRISTOL DRUGS PROJECT 11 Brunswick Sq, BS2 8PE. Tel: 0117 987 6000. Web: www.bdp.org.uk • Independent agency offering free and confidential advice on drug abuse with a focus on harm reduction.
CHEAPER THAN BUYING A PRINTER!
DAVID KONIG MAC TUITION Tel: 07795 264246. Web: www.mactuition. com • One-stop shop for sorting out your Apple Mac. MYTECH BRISTOL 78-86 Pennywell Rd, Bristol, BS5 0TG. Tel: 0117 230 5620. Web www.mytech-bristol.co.uk • Covers the whole of Bristol, Bath and in between, and can fix up, repair and upgrade most PCs and Macs. 10% STUDEN DISCOUNT
Be a giver • Superman and Spiderman may have saved a few lives in the goddam movies and all but you can save a life here in the real world. Giving blood need take only an hour, is virtually painless and is guaranteed to leave you feeling extraordinarily virtuous. Appointments can be booked (please phone ahead) at the Southmead Donor Suite, only minutes from the UWE student heartland. You even get crisps afterwards! And a sticker. Alternatively, get involved with your uni’s Raising And Giving society or volunteer for charities such as BTCV, Emmaus or Victim Support. You – and many others – will be glad you did.
BRISTOL MINDLINE Tel: 0808 808 0330. Web: www. bristolmind.org.uk • Free confidential helpline from 8pm-12midnight Wed-Sun for anyone feeling low. BROOK ADVISORY CLINIC 1 Unity St, Bristol, BS1 5HH. Tel: 0808 802 1234. Web: www.brook.org.uk • Sexual health clinic for under-25s providing counselling, information and support relating to issues like unplanned pregnancy etc.
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furniture project
Quality furniture and white goods available to people on a low income. We can recycle unwanted furniture and household goods to those in need. Monday - Friday 9.15am to 4.30pm 31a West Avenue Oldfield Park, Bath, BA2 3QB
t: 01225 421111
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DEVELOPING HEALTH & INDEPENDENCE The Beehive, Beehive Yard, Walcot St, Bath, BA1 5BD. Tel: 01225 329411. Web: www.dhionline.org.uk • Local charity offering services in areas such as drugs, alcohol, housing, support, families, carers, criminal justice and brokerage services. PLATFORM 51 Knowle West Health Pk, Downton Rd, Knowle, Bristol, BS4 1WH. Tel: 0117 966 4856. Web: www.platform51.org • Free drop-in counselling and support for women of all ages going through postnatal depression, the criminal justice system etc. SAMARITANS Tel: 08457 909090. Email: jo@samaritans.org. Web: www.samaritans.org • The best number to call to discuss anything: they listen and don’t judge.
CITY OF BRISTOL COLLEGE Various venues, Bristol. Tel: 0117 312 5000. Web: www.cityofbristol.ac.uk • Over 1,000 full-time and part-time courses. CLAUDIA AURORA DA SILVA Tel: 07866 785240. Web: www.afro-sambabristol.co.uk • Leading Afro-Brazilian dance teacher and performer started a 10-week samba Rio Carnival dance course on 23 Sept (you can probably join if you’ve some experience) and runs weekly drop-in classes on Mondays and Tuesdays. VILLAGE POTTERY 70 Princess Victoria St, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 4DD. Tel: 0117 973 4343. Web: www. thevillagepottery.co.uk • Jen Hamilton teaches pottery in this lovely little Clifton studio. 30-MIN INTRODUCTORY SESSIONS AVAILABLE
24/7 SERVICE
TESS SMS: 07800 472908. Web: www. selfinjurysupport.org.uk • Support system for young women (aged 11-25) who injure themselves. Text service available Mon-Thur 7-9pm. EMAIL SERVICE AVAILABLE ON WEBSITE
COURSES BRISTOL FOLK HOUSE 40a Park St, Bristol, BS1 5JG. Tel: 0117 926 2987. Web: www.bristolfolkhouse.co.uk • Courses on everything from pottery to songwriting. LOVELY IN-HOUSE CAFÉ
CITY OF BATH COLLEGE Avon St, Bath, BA1 1UP. Tel: 01225 312191. Web: www.citybathcoll.ac.uk • Career-minded courses at this city-centre college. CHEAP OR FREE HAIRCUTS AND BEAUTY TREATMENTS AVAILABLE
LIBRARIES BATH LIBRARY The Podium, Bath, BA1 5AN. Tel: 01225 394041. Web: www.bathnes.gov.uk • Modern, bright and friendly, and offering books, DVDs, CDs, games, research and reference materials. BRISTOL CENTRAL LIBRARY College Green, Bristol, BS1 5TR. Tel: 0117 903 7200. Web: www.bristol.gov.uk/libraries • Free internet as well as the usual wide range of media on offer. There are 27 other libraries around the city.
POLICE AVON & SOMERSET POLICE Tel: 101 (0845 456 7000 to mid-autumn 2011). Web: www.avonandsomerset.police. uk• Bristol and Bath’s police service. You can find local station addresses online or by giving them a ring.
RECYCLING: BATH COLLECTIONS Tel: 01225 394041. Web: www.bathnes.gov.uk/ wasteservices • If you are living off campus, use your weekly food waste recycling bins to recycle all of your cooked and uncooked food waste. Use your green box to recycle plastic household packaging, paper, newspaper, catalogues, Yellow Pages, envelopes, food and drink cans and aerosols, glass bottles and jars, foil, clothes and shoes, batteries, car batteries, engine oil, toner and ink cartridges, mobile phones and spectacles. Use your blue bag for cardboard and brown paper. Recycling and rubbish are collected on the same day of the week. Please put containers out by 7am on collection day at the front edge of your property. Please bring containers back in as soon as you can after emptying. To find out your weekly collection day or to order a recycling container, go to www. bathnes.gov.uk/myarea, call Council Connect on 01225 394041 or email councilconnect@ bathnes.gov.uk. Alternatively, you can put your recycling out in any suitable container (e.g. plastic box or plastic bags). COMPOST BINS Composting at home is the most environmentally friendly way of using up organic matter. Buy cut-price bins via B&NES Council. RECYCLING CENTRES You can take items for recycling, reuse or composting to Midland Road in Bath or Pixash Lane in Keynsham. Donate unwanted furniture and household appliances to organisations like the SOFA project or Genesis Furniture Project.
Strum, strut, spin, rule! • Maintain balance in your life by learning something for fun. Playing the guitar is cool and lessons from local teacher Jacob Morrison will get your mojo working in no time. Killer moves on the dancefloor come in handy too; samba classes from Claudia Aurora da Silva will get you going Brazilian with no pain involved. Watching a potter’s wheel brings relaxation: Jen Hamilton at the Village Pottery is the lady to see.
RECYCLING: BRISTOL BRISTOL GREEN STORE 109-111 Chessel St, Southville, BS3 3DQ. Tel: 0117 963 5333. Web: www.bristolgreenstore.co.uk • One-stop shop for all things sustainable plus links to organisations promoting recycling and providing instruction in activities such as foraging – and keeping chickens! COLLECTIONS Tel: 0117 922 2100. Web: www.bristol. gov.uk/recycling • Use your black box (you can order a new black box online). Collectable items are food and drinks cans, newspapers and magazines, Yellow Pages and telephone directories, glass bottles and jars, clothes, blankets and material, pairs of shoes, aluminium foil and containers, household batteries (inc rechargeable), spectacles, aerosol cans.
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COMPOSTING Tel: 0845 600 0323. Web: www.recyclenow. com/home_composting • The best way to recycle garden waste and cardboard; the Recycle Now Home Composting Campaign offers advice on recycling and composting.
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TANTRA 940 9292 COMPUTERSwww.tantra.co.uk
APPLE MACINTOSH SYSTEMS
for Designers & Musicians. New, 2nd Hand, Repairs, Upgrades, Advice, Support, Internet Services.
ADSL Services 48 Kensington Park Road, Brislington, Bristol, BS4 3HU
Brook Young People’s Sexual Health Clinic offers Free & Confidential services to under 25s, including:
Contraceptive advice & provision • STI (Sexually Transmitted Infection) testing & treatment • Chlamydia & Gonorrhoea self-testing kits • Condoms • Pregnancy testing • Emergency Contraception • Counselling • Relationships advice • Signposting to other services (e.g. Pregnancy Advisory Services, NHS Terminations, HIV/ syphilis/ hepatitis testing etc) Clinic Opening Times Monday 10am – 7pm Tuesday 10am – 7pm Wednesday 1pm – 7pm Thursday 10am – 7pm Friday 10am – 7pm Saturday 11am – 4pm To make an appointment call on 0117 929 0090 Or you can call the Ask Brook Helpline 0808 802 1234 (Free from landlines and mobiles) You can find Brook at 1 Unity Street, just off Park Street and opposite College Green, Bristol BS1 5HH, Clinic tel: 0117 929 0090
www.brook.org.uk/bristol Registered Charity No. 900431
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HOUSEHOLD WASTE & RECYCLING CENTRES Folly Lane, off Days Road, St Philips, Bristol BS2 0QS/Kingsweston Lane, Avonmouth BS11 0YS • Household waste and recycling centres accept bulky and hazardous waste, garden waste for composting, cardboard, plastic bottles, scrap metal etc. Facilities for recycling plastic at Folly Lane. Superstores across Bristol including Sainsburys at Castle Court (St Philips Causeway), Morrisons at Fishponds and Tesco at Eastville provide recycling facilities for a range of materials. SOFA PROJECT 48-54 West St, St Philips, BS2 0BL. Tel: 0117 954 3567. Web: www.sofaproject.org.uk • Charity that will deliver and collect furniture and electrical appliances for free and sell them at affordable prices to those on low incomes.
RELIGION STUDENTS OF FAITH All universities have their own chaplaincies, places for worship, contemplation, discussion and socialising with like-minded people. Bath’s chaplaincy even offers a fantastic late-night free tea and toast service to tired partygoers. Bath Claverton Down, Bath, BA2 7AY. Tel: 01225 386458. Web: www.bath.ac.uk/ chaplaincy Bristol The Grange, 1 Woodland Rd, Bristol, BS8 1AU. Tel: 0117 954 6600. Web: www.bristol. ac.uk/chaplaincy
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UWE The Octagon, Frenchay Campus, Bristol, BS16 1QY. Tel: 0117 328 2334.
Tel: 0117 915 9826. Web: www.bisc.org.uk • Christian organisation linking international students to local people and each other.
400 923. Web: www.buddhism.org.uk/ buddhism-meditation-centre/bath • Offers weekly guided meditation sessions and regular lectures and courses.
BATH ABBEY Abbey Churchyard, next to Pump Room, Bath, BA1 1LT. Tel: 01225 422462. Web: www. bathabbey.org • Obligatory viewing for all Bath students – graduation ceremonies and the charming Christmas carol services are held here.
BRISTOL MUSLIM CULTURAL SOCIETY 404 Stapleton Rd, Bristol, BS5 6NQ. Tel: 0117 952 1802. Web: www.bmcs.org.uk. Email: bmcs@bmcs.org.uk. Facebook. • Citywide Muslim organisation.
FREEDOM BATH & BRISTOL Tel: 01225 445577. Web: www. freedombathandbristol.com • Colourful, vibrant, fun-filled church.
BRISTOL BUDDHIST CENTRE 162 Gloucester Rd, Bristol, BS7 8NT. Tel: 0117 924 9991. Web: www.bristol-buddhist-centre. org • One of a handful of local Buddhist centres.
BRISTOL SIKH TEMPLE 71-75 Fishponds Rd, Eastville, Bristol, BS5 6SF. Tel: 0117 902 0104. Web: www. bristolsikhtemple.co.uk • Holds regular events and celebrates festivals.
ISLAMIC INFORMATION CENTRE 460 Stapleton Rd, Bristol, BS5 6PA. Tel: 0117 902 0037. Web: www. islamicinformationcentre.co.uk • Accessible education trust established to help fulfil the religious needs of the local community.
INTRODUCTORY COURSES IN MEDITATION AND YOGA
BRISTOL CATHEDRAL College Green, Bristol, BS1 5TJ. Tel: 0117 926 4879. Web: www.bristol-cathedral.co.uk • Beautiful city-centre church that holds musical concerts and regular services. BRISTOL HEBREW SYNAGOGUE 9a Park Row, Bristol, BS1 5LP. Tel: 0117 927 3334. Web: www.brijnet.org/bristol • Lovely synagogue dating from 1871. BRISTOL HINDU CENTRE 163b Church Rd, Redfield, Bristol, BS5 9LA. Tel: 0117 935 1007. Web: www.bristolhindutemple. co.uk • Normally open for morning prayer and contemplation 8.30-10.30am & 6.30-8.30pm. BRISTOL INTERNATIONAL STUDENT CENTRE 45 Woodland Rd, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 1UT.
BRISTOL VINEYARD CHURCH 419 Gloucester Rd, Bristol, BS7 8TZ. Tel: 0117 373 1414. Web: www.bristolvineyard. com • Non-denominational church offering a friendly, open environment in which to worship. CHABAD-LUBAVITCH OF BRISTOL Web: www.bristolchabad.org • Offers an open, warm and friendly environment for all those seeking to learn more about their Jewish heritage and its spiritual dimension. CLIFTON CATHEDRAL Clifton Park, Bristol, BS8 3BX. Tel: 0117 973 8411. Web: www.cliftoncathedral.org.uk • Bristol’s active Catholic cathedral. DIAMOND WAY BUDDHISM 4 Stuart Place, Bath, BA2 3RQ. Tel: 01225
PIP ’N’ JAY SS Philip & Jacob Church, Tower Hill, Bristol, BS2 0ET. Tel: 0117 929 3386. Web: www.pipnjay.org.uk • Cute nickname for an old building with a modern approach to worship. SAKYA BUDDHIST CENTRE 121 Sommerville Rd, Bristol, BS6 5BX. Tel: 0117 924 4424. Web: www.dechen. org • Offers simple half-hour meditation sessions. No experience/knowledge required. WOODLANDS CHRISTIAN CENTRE Belgrave Rd, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 2AA. Tel: 0117 946 6807. Web: www. woodlandschurch.net • Nondenominational church with a wide range of events for students.
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Out for the discount ? • Get your scissors out. Not only do we tell you about
where to splash your cash, we’re going to help you save it as well. Over the next 36 pages, you’ll find hundreds of discount vouchers for the best bars, shops, restaurants and all manner of other local businesses that’ll keep you in cheap drinks, cheap meals and cheap just about anything else for months to come.
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50% Off a Cut & Finish
Free Cut & Finish
Tuesday – Friday 10 am – 4 pm Not including December. New clients only. Valid till Sep 2012 Quote VENUE Student Guide when booking
Tuesday – Friday 10 am – 4 pm Not including December. New clients only. Valid till Sep 2012 Quote VENUE Student Guide when booking
£20 Off any Colour Services or Afro Technical Services
Free Luxury Conditioning Treatment
(ladies and gents)
Tuesday – Friday 10 am – 4 pm Not including December. New clients only. Valid till Sep 2012 Quote VENUE Student Guide when booking
& Scalp Massage with ANY full paying service Tuesday – Friday 10 am – 4 pm Not including December. New clients only. Valid till Sep 2012 Quote VENUE Student Guide when booking
2 for the price of 1
Student Thursdays
Save £6
Save £1.50 off a round of golf
at Ashton Court Golf Course
at Ashton Court Golf Course
Bring this voucher with you and pay for a round of golf and a second golfer plays for free. Free club hire available.
Bring this voucher with you on any Thursday and pay £4.50 for a round of golf. Free club hire available.
Terms and conditions apply – see website for details.
Terms and conditions apply – see website for details.
2 for the price of 1
Student Thursdays
Save £6
Save £1.50 off a round of golf
at Ashton Court Golf Course
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at Ashton Court Golf Course
Bring this voucher with you and pay for a round of golf and a second golfer plays for free. Free club hire available.
Bring this voucher with you on any Thursday and pay £4.50 for a round of golf. Free club hire available.
Terms and conditions apply – see website for details.
Terms and conditions apply – see website for details.
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Angela Gaudi Hair Design 49 Baldwin Street, Bristol, BS1 1RA 0117 929 8009 www.gaudihairdesign.co.uk
Angela Gaudi Hair Design 49 Baldwin Street, Bristol, BS1 1RA 0117 929 8009 www.gaudihairdesign.co.uk
Angela Gaudi Hair Design 49 Baldwin Street, Bristol, BS1 1RA 0117 929 8009 www.gaudihairdesign.co.uk
Angela Gaudi Hair Design 49 Baldwin Street, Bristol, BS1 1RA 0117 929 8009 www.gaudihairdesign.co.uk
This voucher may not be used in conjunction with any other offer.
This voucher may not be used in conjunction with any other offer.
Valid from 01/11/11 until 28/02/12.
Valid until 31/03/12.
Ashton Court Estate
Ashton Court Estate
Tel: 0117 973 8508 Web: www.ashtoncourtgolf.co.uk
Tel: 0117 973 8508 Web: www.ashtoncourtgolf.co.uk
This voucher may not be used in conjunction with any other offer.
This voucher may not be used in conjunction with any other offer.
Valid from 01/11/11 until 28/02/12.
Valid until 31/03/12.
Ashton Court Estate
Ashton Court Estate
Tel: 0117 973 8508 Web: www.ashtoncourtgolf.co.uk
Tel: 0117 973 8508 Web: www.ashtoncourtgolf.co.uk
Long Ashton, Bristol BS8 3PX
Long Ashton, Bristol BS8 3PX
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Long Ashton, Bristol BS8 3PX
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BUY ONE GET ONE FREE ON BOTTLES OF WKD & BECKS WITH THIS VOUCHER
BUY 4 MAIN MEALS AND GET A FREE BOTTLE OF HOUSE WINE WITH THIS VOUCHER
all house drinks £2.50 sunday - weds 8pm til midnight
all house drinks £2.50 sunday - weds 8pm til midnight
*with NUS card until the end of October 2010*
*with NUS card until the end of October 2010*
subject to availability
The Bath Beer Festival
The Bath Beer Festival
1 FREE drink for every paying cutomer
1 FREE drink for every paying cutomer
www.clstickets.co.uk 01225 330304
www.clstickets.co.uk 01225 330304
14th and 15th October This voucher entitles you to
This voucher entitles you to a
14th and 15th October This voucher entitles you to
This voucher entitles you to a
Student 2-4-1
Student 2-4-1
FREE cider flagon when you buy4.5 pints of draught cider.
FREE "I Love Cider" sticker.
One per customer, subject to availability.
One per customer, subject to availability.
on all ferry fares
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323 Gloucester Road, Bishopston Tel: 0117 924 1769
323 Gloucester Road, Bishopston Tel: 0117 924 1769
84 Stokes Croft Bristol BS1 3QY
84 Stokes Croft Bristol BS1 3QY
www.thebankofstokescroft.com
www.thebankofstokescroft.com
This student voucher entitles you to 2-4-1 on all ferry fares.
This student voucher entitles you to 2-4-1 on all ferry fares.
• T: 0117 927 3416 • W: www.bristolferry.com •
• T: 0117 927 3416 • W: www.bristolferry.com •
Terms and conditions apply. This voucher may not be used in conjunction with any other offer. Valid until 31/12/2011
Terms and conditions apply. This voucher may not be used in conjunction with any other offer. Valid until 31/12/2011
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Caesars Buy a bag of Donuts
GET ONE FREE! with this voucher - valid until December 2012
Caesars Buy a bag of Donuts
GET ONE FREE! with this voucher - valid until December 2012
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Caesars Buy a bag of Donuts
GET ONE FREE! with this voucher - valid until December 2012
Caesars Buy a bag of Donuts
GET ONE FREE! with this voucher - valid until December 2012
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Caesars Coffee - Donuts - Churros - Hot Food Milkshakes - Ice Cream.
Coffee - Donuts - Churros - Hot Food Milkshakes - Ice Cream.
CAESARS - By the Bank. Welshback. Bristol.
CAESARS - By the Bank. Welshback. Bristol.
Caesars
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Caesars Caesars
Coffee - Donuts - Churros - Hot Food Milkshakes - Ice Cream.
Coffee - Donuts - Churros - Hot Food Milkshakes - Ice Cream.
CAESARS - By the Bank. Welshback. Bristol.
CAESARS - By the Bank. Welshback. Bristol.
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2-4-1 on Pints of any Butcombe Cask Beer / Blond Premium / Ashton Press / Ashton Still
2-4-1 on Pints of any Butcombe Cask Beer / Blond Premium / Ashton Press / Ashton Still
Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer - Valid until 31/3/12
Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer - Valid until 31/3/12
2-4-1 on Pints of any Butcombe Cask Beer / Blond Premium / Ashton Press / Ashton Still
2-4-1 on Pints of any Butcombe Cask Beer / Blond Premium / Ashton Press / Ashton Still
Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer - Valid until 31/3/12
Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer - Valid until 31/3/12
2-4-1 on Pints of any Butcombe Cask Beer / Blond Premium / Ashton Press / Ashton Still
2-4-1 on Pints of any Butcombe Cask Beer / Blond Premium / Ashton Press / Ashton Still
Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer - Valid until 31/3/12
Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer - Valid until 31/3/12
2-4-1 on Pints of any Butcombe Cask Beer / Blond Premium / Ashton Press / Ashton Still
2-4-1 on Pints of any Butcombe Cask Beer / Blond Premium / Ashton Press / Ashton Still
Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer - Valid until 31/3/12
Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer - Valid until 31/3/12
2-4-1 on Pints of any Butcombe Cask Beer / Blond Premium / Ashton Press / Ashton Still
2-4-1 on Pints of any Butcombe Cask Beer / Blond Premium / Ashton Press / Ashton Still
Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer - Valid until 31/3/12
Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer - Valid until 31/3/12
2-4-1 on Pints of any Butcombe Cask Beer / Blond Premium / Ashton Press / Ashton Still
2-4-1 on Pints of any Butcombe Cask Beer / Blond Premium / Ashton Press / Ashton Still
Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer - Valid until 31/3/12
Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer - Valid until 31/3/12
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Colston Yard, Colston Street, Bristol BS1 5BD.
Colston Yard, Colston Street, Bristol BS1 5BD.
0117 376 3232
0117 376 3232
Colston Yard, Colston Street, Bristol BS1 5BD.
Colston Yard, Colston Street, Bristol BS1 5BD.
0117 376 3232
0117 376 3232
Colston Yard, Colston Street, Bristol BS1 5BD.
Colston Yard, Colston Street, Bristol BS1 5BD.
0117 376 3232
0117 376 3232
Colston Yard, Colston Street, Bristol BS1 5BD.
Colston Yard, Colston Street, Bristol BS1 5BD.
0117 376 3232
0117 376 3232
Colston Yard, Colston Street, Bristol BS1 5BD.
Colston Yard, Colston Street, Bristol BS1 5BD.
0117 376 3232
0117 376 3232
Colston Yard, Colston Street, Bristol BS1 5BD.
Colston Yard, Colston Street, Bristol BS1 5BD.
0117 376 3232
0117 376 3232
9/13/2011 11:30:52 AM
169
BOGOF on meals
BOGOF on meals
BOGOF on cocktails of the day
BOGOF on cocktails of the day
when one is paid at full price
20% OFF
20% OFF
YOUR FIRST VISIT WITH A STYLIST ON PRODUCTION OF A VALID NUS CARD
YOUR FIRST VISIT WITH A STYLIST ON PRODUCTION OF A VALID NUS CARD
Qualified stylists offering all aspects of hairdressing – Relaxers, cuts, colours, perms and restyling.
Qualified stylists offering all aspects of hairdressing – Relaxers, cuts, colours, perms and restyling.
20% OFF
p169.indd 2
when one is paid at full price
20% OFF
YOUR FIRST VISIT WITH A STYLIST ON PRODUCTION OF A VALID NUS CARD
YOUR FIRST VISIT WITH A STYLIST ON PRODUCTION OF A VALID NUS CARD
Qualified stylists offering all aspects of hairdressing – Relaxers, cuts, colours, perms and restyling.
Qualified stylists offering all aspects of hairdressing – Relaxers, cuts, colours, perms and restyling.
9/13/2011 11:35:25 AM
170
Pulteney Bridge
ND PA
Victoria Art Gallery
DE
Guildhall and Market
RA
OR
A GR
T E S ID G BR D PL
ID T H E C O RR
BATH ST T HO
E
CHEA
ST
P ST
ABBEY RD CHURCHYA
HO
T
S WE
R B OR
OUG
REET L ST STA L
Thermae Bath Spa
BEA U ST
H WA LL
P IE R R E P O N T ST
ST BATH
BATH ST
BATH ST
P IE R R E P O N T ST
T
DE
HO
RA
ST
Podium Shopping Centre & Library
H IG H S T
ST
BATH ST
PA SO U T H PA R A D E
HEN RY
NEW ORCHARD ST
N ’HU M BRLN
PA SS A G
U N IO N
LA N E
G ATE
Sally Lunn’s House
ABBEY GREEN
S
ST
U N IO N
NAG E
T
ND
H WA LL
B O N D ST
PA R S O
LD E B W E ST G A T
HO
A GR
H IG H S T
REET L ST STA L
OUG
ST YO RK
ST
LA N E
ST
P ST
LLS H WA O UG BO R PPE R
W E LL
W EST
Pulteney Bridge
Guildhall and Market
E
ST
EW
ND O LD BO
B R ID E
LO SE SAW C
HEN RY
PA SS A G
LA N E
ST
NEW ORCHARD ST
U N IO N
NAG E
TO N
U
Victoria Art Gallery
R O RR ID O
Postal Museum
ST T R IM
LO
SO U T H PA R A D E S
BA R
H WA LL
R B OR
EN G RE
N
T EN S
OUG
Thermae Bath Spa
BEA U ST
WE
ST
QUE
R B OR
Sally Lunn’s House
D PL
ABBEY RD CHURCHYA
ET
WE
ST YO RK ABBEY GREEN
T Q U IE
Komedia KINGSMEAD SQUARE
P IE R R E P O N T ST
Thermae Bath Spa
REET L ST STA L
S LD E B W E ST G A T
ST BATH
N ST JO H
DE
LA N E
LA N E
P ST
ABBEY RD CHURCHYA
THE C
CHEA
ST
ST R E OM M IL S
ST
RA
Theatre Royal
T E S ID G BR
N ’HU M BRLN
ST BATH
S
CES
PA
Guildhall and Market
D ST WOO
P R IN
ND
OR
E
ST
W E LL
NAG E
PA SS A G
U N IO N
B R ID E
LO SE SAW C
PA R S O
U N IO N
H IG H S T
ST
ST
D PL
ID T H E C O RR
Victoria Art Gallery
Pulteney Bridge
A GR
ND O LD BO
T EN S
N ’HU M BRLN
CHEA
BEA U ST
PA R S O
LD E B W E ST G A T
N Q U E E RE SQUA
Podium Shopping Centre & Library T E S ID G BR
G ATE
ST
ST
B O N D ST
ST
LA N E
NEW ORCHARD ST
LLS H WA O UG BO R PPE R
G ATE
W E LL
QUE
ST
W EST
B R ID E
LO SE SAW C
HEN RY
Podium Shopping Centre & Library
LLS H WA O UG BO R PPE R U N IO N
ST
ST
REET M ST
N JO H
CES
TO N
U
W EST
SO U T H PA R A D E S
Postal Museum
EW
U
LO
O M IL S
EN G RE
N
ST
B O N D ST
ST
TO N
Sally Lunn’s House
ABBEY GREEN
EW
ND O LD BO
BA R
H WA LL
T R IM
ST
Postal Museum
T EN S
ST
OUG
ST YO RK
ST
N
Komedia KINGSMEAD SQUARE
P IE R R E P O N T ST
R B OR
T Q U IE
QUE
CES
P ST
REET L ST STA L
Thermae Bath Spa
BEA U ST
WE
EN G RE
ET
P R IN
Theatre Royal
DE
Guildhall and Market
R O RR ID O
ABBEY RD CHURCHYA
ST
ST T R IM
LO
p169.indd 1
RA
CHEA
ST
ST BATH
T Q U IE
Komedia KINGSMEAD SQUARE
PA
S LD E B W E ST G A T BA R
P R IN
Theatre Royal
Victoria Art Gallery
Pulteney Bridge
ND
LA N E
LA N E
D ST WOO
THE C
D PL
D ST WOO
E
ST
W E LL
NAG E
PA SS A G
U N IO N
U N IO N
B R ID E
LO SE SAW C
G ATE
N ’HU M BRLN
H IG H S T
LLS H WA O UG BO R PPE R PA R S O
W EST
LO
N Q U E E RE SQUA
T E S ID G BR
ST
ST
ST
U
N Q U E E RE SQUA
Podium Shopping Centre & Library
B O N D ST
A GR
ST
Komedia KINGSMEAD SQUARE
EW
ND O LD BO
TO N
CES
Theatre Royal
ST
Postal Museum
N
T EN S
BA R
P R IN
T R IM
EN G RE
ST
N ST JO H
T Q U IE
QUE
D ST WOO
ST R E OM M IL S
ST
REET M ST
N JO H
O M IL S
N Q U E E RE SQUA
ST YO RK ABBEY GREEN
Sally Lunn’s House
SO U T H PA R A D E S
NEW ORCHARD ST
HEN RY
ST
All discounts are with selected stylist only. Offer excludes Saturdays. Valid until: November 2011
All discounts are with selected stylist only. Offer excludes Saturdays. Valid until: November 2011
50 Fairfax street, Bristol BS1 3BL Tel 0117 925 7700 www.cococheno.co.uk
50 Fairfax street, Bristol BS1 3BL Tel 0117 925 7700 www.cococheno.co.uk
All discounts are with selected stylist only. Offer excludes Saturdays. Valid until: November 2011
All discounts are with selected stylist only. Offer excludes Saturdays. Valid until: November 2011
50 Fairfax street, Bristol BS1 3BL Tel 0117 925 7700 www.cococheno.co.uk
50 Fairfax street, Bristol BS1 3BL Tel 0117 925 7700 www.cococheno.co.uk
9/13/2011 11:35:48 AM
171
wine bar
wine bar
4 Stella Bottles £10
4 Becks Bottles £10
Not valid in conjuction with any other offer
Not valid in conjuction with any other offer
Valid until 30th Dec 2011
wine bar
4 Thatchers Gold Cans £10
wine bar
2 for 1 House Vodka & Mixer
Valid until 30th Dec 2011
(mixer excludes energy drinks) Valid until 30th Dec 2011
Not valid in conjuction with any other offer
Not valid in conjuction with any other offer
wine bar
4 Stella Bottles £10
Valid until 30th Dec 2011
Not valid in conjuction with any other offer
p171.indd 2
Valid until 30th Dec 2011
wine bar
4 Flavoured Vodka Shots for £5
10pm - Midnight Thurs - Sun Valid until 30th Dec 2011 Not valid in conjuction with any other offer
9/13/2011 2:21:12 PM
172 Opening times Mon - Thurs 11am - 10pm (or when the last person leaves!) Fri 11am - late // Sat & Sun 9.30pm - late
Opening times Mon - Thurs 11am - 10pm (or when the last person leaves!) Fri 11am - late // Sat & Sun 9.30pm - late
the soul of bristol music dub/ reggae/ soul/ funk/ hip-hop/karnival beat low expense no pretence - cosies day or night
the soul of bristol music dub/ reggae/ soul/ funk/ hip-hop/karnival beat low expense no pretence - cosies day or night
34 Portland Square Bristol
34 Portland Square Bristol
0117 9424 110 // www.cosies.co.uk
0117 9424 110 // www.cosies.co.uk
Opening times Mon - Thurs 11am - 10pm (or when the last person leaves!) Fri 11am - late // Sat & Sun 9.30pm - late
Opening times Mon - Thurs 11am - 10pm (or when the last person leaves!) Fri 11am - late // Sat & Sun 9.30pm - late
the soul of bristol music dub/ reggae/ soul/ funk/ hip-hop/karnival beat low expense no pretence - cosies day or night
the soul of bristol music dub/ reggae/ soul/ funk/ hip-hop/karnival beat low expense no pretence - cosies day or night
34 Portland Square Bristol
34 Portland Square Bristol
0117 9424 110 // www.cosies.co.uk
0117 9424 110 // www.cosies.co.uk
Opening times Mon - Thurs 11am - 10pm (or when the last person leaves!) Fri 11am - late // Sat & Sun 9.30pm - late
Opening times Mon - Thurs 11am - 10pm (or when the last person leaves!) Fri 11am - late // Sat & Sun 9.30pm - late
the soul of bristol music dub/ reggae/ soul/ funk/ hip-hop/karnival beat low expense no pretence - cosies day or night
the soul of bristol music dub/ reggae/ soul/ funk/ hip-hop/karnival beat low expense no pretence - cosies day or night
34 Portland Square Bristol
0117 9424 110 // www.cosies.co.uk
p171.indd 1
34 Portland Square Bristol
0117 9424 110 // www.cosies.co.uk
9/13/2011 2:21:23 PM
173
20% OFF
YOUR TOTAL HAIR BILL
YOUR TOTAL HAIR BILL
Monday - Friday only voucher vaild from 1st Sept 2011 until 1st Dec 2011
Monday - Friday only voucher vaild from 1st Jan 2012 until 1st Sept 2012
BIKINI WAXING
BIKINI WAXING
FOR £9.50 Hollywood / Brazilian
FOR £9.50 Hollywood / Brazilian
£5 OFF
£5 OFF
ANY HAIR SERVICE FOR MENS & LADIES
ANY HAIR SERVICE FOR MENS & LADIES
NOT IN CONJUCTION WITH ANY OTHER OFFER
NOT IN CONJUCTION WITH ANY OTHER OFFER
Monday - Friday only voucher vaild from 1st Sept 2011 until 1st Dec 2011
Monday - Friday only voucher vaild from 1st Jan 2012 until 1st Sept 2012
Bring this voucher with you and receive a complimentary Shea conditioning treatment on Student Tuesdays. When booking please mention this offer to receive your free treatment.
Bring this voucher with you and receive a complimentary Shea conditioning treatment on Student Tuesdays. When booking please mention this offer to receive your free treatment.
Bring this voucher with you and receive a complimentary Shea conditioning treatment on Student Tuesdays. When booking please mention this offer to receive your free treatment.
Bring this voucher with you and receive a complimentary Shea conditioning treatment on Student Tuesdays. When booking please mention this offer to receive your free treatment.
Bring this voucher with you and receive a complimentary Shea conditioning treatment on Student Tuesdays. When booking please mention this offer to receive your free treatment.
Bring this voucher with you and receive a complimentary Shea conditioning treatment on Student Tuesdays. When booking please mention this offer to receive your free treatment.
Available 21st Sept - 26th Oct 2011.
Available 21st Sept - 26th Oct 2011.
Available 21st Sept - 26th Oct 2011.
p173.indd 2
20% OFF
Available 21st Sept - 26th Oct 2011.
Available 21st Sept - 26th Oct 2011.
Available 21st Sept - 26th Oct 2011.
9/13/2011 11:47:47 AM
174
Equinox Hairdressing & avalon beauty
Equinox Hairdressing & avalon beauty
91b Whiteladies Road Clifton Bristol BS8 2NT
91b Whiteladies Road Clifton Bristol BS8 2NT
01179237630
01179237630
Equinox Hairdressing & avalon beauty
Equinox Hairdressing & avalon beauty
91b Whiteladies Road Clifton Bristol BS8 2NT
91b Whiteladies Road Clifton Bristol BS8 2NT
01179237630
01179237630
Equinox Hairdressing & avalon beauty
Equinox Hairdressing & avalon beauty
91b Whiteladies Road Clifton Bristol BS8 2NT
91b Whiteladies Road Clifton Bristol BS8 2NT
01179237630
01179237630
50 Park Row, Bristol BS1 5LH, Tel: 0117 929 1635
50 Park Row, Bristol BS1 5LH, Tel: 0117 929 1635
Facebook - Hobbs Hairdressing
Facebook - Hobbs Hairdressing
(Next door to bsb)
(Next door to bsb)
(Next door to bsb)
www.hobbs-style.co.uk
(Next door to bsb)
(Next door to bsb)
www.hobbs-style.co.uk
50 Park Row, Bristol BS1 5LH, Tel: 0117 929 1635
50 Park Row, Bristol BS1 5LH, Tel: 0117 929 1635
Facebook - Hobbs Hairdressing
Facebook - Hobbs Hairdressing
www.hobbs-style.co.uk
www.hobbs-style.co.uk
50 Park Row, Bristol BS1 5LH, Tel: 0117 929 1635
50 Park Row, Bristol BS1 5LH, Tel: 0117 929 1635
Facebook - Hobbs Hairdressing
Facebook - Hobbs Hairdressing
www.hobbs-style.co.uk
p173.indd 1
(Next door to bsb)
www.hobbs-style.co.uk
9/13/2011 11:48:04 AM
175
p175.indd 2
9/13/2011 11:50:16 AM
176
p175.indd 1
9/13/2011 11:50:27 AM
177
179.indd 2
free shot with your first drink
free shot with your first drink
valid until 16th October 2011
valid until 16th October 2011
free shot with your first drink
free shot with your first drink
valid until 16th October 2011
valid until 16th October 2011
9/13/2011 11:58:43 AM
178
Not to be used in conjuction with any other offer.
madame geneva's
69 Gloucester road, Bristol
Not to be used in conjuction with any other offer.
madame geneva's
69 Gloucester road, Bristol
179.indd 1
Not to be used in conjuction with any other offer.
madame geneva's
69 Gloucester road, Bristol
Not to be used in conjuction with any other offer.
madame geneva's
69 Gloucester road, Bristol
9/13/2011 11:58:55 AM
179
2 free shots
with this voucher @ Mandalyns
with this voucher @ Mandalyns
2 free shots
2 free shots
Bath’s No.1 Gay -Venue
with this voucher @ Mandalyns
Bath’s No.1 Gay -Venue
p179.indd 2
2 free shots
Bath’s No.1 Gay -Venue
with this voucher @ Mandalyns
Bath’s No.1 Gay -Venue
9/13/2011 12:06:51 PM
180
p179.indd 1
*selected shots only subject to availablility.
*selected shots only subject to availablility.
Expires 31st October 2011
Expires 31st October 2011
Visit our website for more info. www.mandalyns.co.uk or join our facebook group to keep up to date with the latest news.
Visit our website for more info. www.mandalyns.co.uk or join our facebook group to keep up to date with the latest news.
13 Fountain Buildings Bath BA1 5DX (Closed Mondays)
13 Fountain Buildings Bath BA1 5DX (Closed Mondays)
Tel: 01225 425403 Email: mandalynsbar@aol.com
Tel: 01225 425403 Email: mandalynsbar@aol.com
*selected shots only subject to availablility.
*selected shots only subject to availablility.
Expires 31st October 2011
Expires 31st October 2011
Visit our website for more info. www.mandalyns.co.uk or join our facebook group to keep up to date with the latest news.
Visit our website for more info. www.mandalyns.co.uk or join our facebook group to keep up to date with the latest news.
13 Fountain Buildings Bath BA1 5DX (Closed Mondays)
13 Fountain Buildings Bath BA1 5DX (Closed Mondays)
Tel: 01225 425403 Email: mandalynsbar@aol.com
Tel: 01225 425403 Email: mandalynsbar@aol.com
9/13/2011 12:07:10 PM
181
3 jager bombs FOR £5 valid until 16th October 2011
3 jager bombs FOR £5 valid until 16th October 2011
9181.indd 2
3 jager bombs FOR £5 valid until 16th October 2011
3 jager bombs FOR £5 valid until 16th October 2011
9/13/2011 12:10:09 PM
182
Not to be used in conjuction with any other offer.
Mothers' ruin
7-9 st.nicks street, bristol
Not to be used in conjuction with any other offer.
Mothers' ruin
7-9 st.nicks street, bristol
9181.indd 1
Not to be used in conjuction with any other offer.
Mothers' ruin
7-9 st.nicks street, bristol
Not to be used in conjuction with any other offer.
Mothers' ruin
7-9 st.nicks street, bristol
9/13/2011 12:10:19 PM
183
2-4-1 on bottles of Becks
2-4-1 on main meals
Vaild until end of November 2011
Vaild until end of November 2011
2-4-1 on bottles of Becks
2-4-1 on main meals
Vaild until end of November 2011
Vaild until end of November 2011
1 Free Jager Bomb
p183.indd 2
50% Off Food
9/14/2011 3:50:13 PM
184
p183.indd 1
15 George Street, Bath, BA1 2QS 01225 424 104 www.theporter.co.uk
15 George Street, Bath, BA1 2QS 01225 424 104 www.theporter.co.uk
15 George Street, Bath, BA1 2QS 01225 424 104 www.theporter.co.uk
15 George Street, Bath, BA1 2QS 01225 424 104 www.theporter.co.uk
5 Gloucester Road Bishopston Bristol BS7 8AA 0117 9245552 www.powbristol.co.uk
5 Gloucester Road Bishopston Bristol BS7 8AA 0117 9245552 www.powbristol.co.uk
Valid until 1st December 2011
Valid until 1st December 2011
9/14/2011 3:50:43 PM
185
BUY ONE GET ONE FREE ON
BUY ONE GET ONE FREE ON
MAIN MEALS
MAIN MEALS
OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 11AM - 11PM DAILY
BUY ONE GET ONE FREE ON
BUY ONE GET ONE FREE ON
MAIN MEALS
MAIN MEALS
OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 11AM - 11PM DAILY
OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 11AM - 11PM DAILY
BUY ONE GET ONE FREE ON
BUY ONE GET ONE FREE ON
MAIN MEALS
MAIN MEALS
OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 11AM - 11PM DAILY
P185.indd 2
OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 11AM - 11PM DAILY
OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK 11AM - 11PM DAILY
9/13/2011 12:19:29 PM
186
16 YORK STREET, BATH
16 YORK STREET, BATH
16 YORK STREET, BATH
16 YORK STREET, BATH
16 YORK STREET, BATH
16 YORK STREET, BATH
T: 01225 330 121 VALID UNTIL MAY 2012
T: 01225 330 121 VALID UNTIL MAY 2012
T: 01225 330 121 VALID UNTIL MAY 2012
P185.indd 1
T: 01225 330 121 VALID UNTIL MAY 2012
T: 01225 330 121 VALID UNTIL MAY 2012
T: 01225 330 121 VALID UNTIL MAY 2012
9/13/2011 12:19:39 PM
187 Gorgeous Gifts, Jewellery & Cards
Gorgeous Gifts, Jewellery & Cards
15% Student Discount 15% Student Discount with Voucher
with Voucher
Expiry date 15 Nov 2011
Expiry date 15 Nov 2011
MAXIMUM ONE VOUCHER PER VISIT EXPIRY DATE 31/12/11
241
241
in the Factory and Brewery Theatre Bars on Bristol Beer Factory No 7, Golden & Milk Stout
in the Factory and Brewery Theatre Bars on Bristol Beer Factory No 7, Golden & Milk Stout
241
241
in the Factory and Brewery Theatre Bars on Bristol Beer Factory No 7, Golden & Milk Stout
p187.indd 2
MAXIMUM ONE VOUCHER PER VISIT EXPIRY DATE 31/12/11
in the Factory and Brewery Theatre Bars on Bristol Beer Factory No 7, Golden & Milk Stout
9/14/2011 10:24:11 AM
188
p187.indd 1
Gorgeous Gifts, Jewellery & Cards
Gorgeous Gifts, Jewellery & Cards
44a-46 Cotham Hill, Bristol, BS6 6LA Tel 0117 9239854 Open 10-6pm Mon-Sat www.soukous.co.uk
44a-46 Cotham Hill, Bristol, BS6 6LA Tel 0117 9239854 Open 10-6pm Mon-Sat www.soukous.co.uk
Raleigh Road Southville, Bristol, BS3 1TF
Raleigh Road Southville, Bristol, BS3 1TF
www.tobaccofactorytheatre.com
www.tobaccofactorytheatre.com
Raleigh Road Southville, Bristol, BS3 1TF
Raleigh Road Southville, Bristol, BS3 1TF
www.tobaccofactorytheatre.com
www.tobaccofactorytheatre.com
9/14/2011 10:30:12 AM
189
p189.indd 2
“Stunning East Asian food in big servings at small prices” The Observer
“Stunning East Asian food in big servings at small prices” The Observer
Terms and Conditions:
Terms and Conditions:
• Present voucher to your server on arrival • Valid Until 31st July 2012 • Available Sun - Thurs • Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer including Eastern Express • Least expensive dish is free
• Present voucher to your server on arrival • Valid Until 31st July 2012 • Available Sun - Thurs • Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer including Eastern Express • Least expensive dish is free
www.tampopo.co.uk
www.tampopo.co.uk
Glasshouse (Level 3), Cabot Circus Bristol BS1 3BX (Next to Cinema De Lux) Tel: 0117 927 7008 CODE: VENUESTUDENT241
Glasshouse (Level 3), Cabot Circus Bristol BS1 3BX (Next to Cinema De Lux) Tel: 0117 927 7008 CODE: VENUESTUDENT241
“Stunning East Asian food in big servings at small prices” The Observer
“Stunning East Asian food in big servings at small prices” The Observer
Terms and Conditions:
Terms and Conditions:
• Present voucher to your server on arrival • Valid Until 31st July 2012 • Available Sun - Thurs • Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer including Eastern Express • Least expensive dish is free
• Present voucher to your server on arrival • Valid Until 31st July 2012 • Available Sun - Thurs • Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer including Eastern Express • Least expensive dish is free
www.tampopo.co.uk
www.tampopo.co.uk
Glasshouse (Level 3), Cabot Circus Bristol BS1 3BX (Next to Cinema De Lux) Tel: 0117 927 7008 CODE: VENUESTUDENT241
Glasshouse (Level 3), Cabot Circus Bristol BS1 3BX (Next to Cinema De Lux) Tel: 0117 927 7008 CODE: VENUESTUDENT241
9/13/2011 12:35:47 PM
190
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Glasshouse (Level 3), Cabot Circus Bristol BS1 3BX (Next to Cinema De Lux)
Glasshouse (Level 3), Cabot Circus Bristol BS1 3BX (Next to Cinema De Lux)
Tel: 0117 927 7008 www.tampopo.co.uk
Tel: 0117 927 7008 www.tampopo.co.uk
Glasshouse (Level 3), Cabot Circus Bristol BS1 3BX (Next to Cinema De Lux)
Glasshouse (Level 3), Cabot Circus Bristol BS1 3BX (Next to Cinema De Lux)
Tel: 0117 927 7008 www.tampopo.co.uk
Tel: 0117 927 7008 www.tampopo.co.uk
9/13/2011 12:36:04 PM
191
p191.indd 2
9/13/2011 12:37:14 PM
192
p191.indd 1
9/13/2011 12:37:31 PM
Index 193
Numbers in bold refer to display ads or vouchers Numbers in light print refer to listings or feature entries
A
A BRUSH WITH BEAUTY 127 A CAPPELLA 88, 103, 106 A/WEAR 124 A1 ENTERTAINMENT 151 AARDMAN ANIMATIONS 149, 150 ABOUT SOUP 106, 110 ACTION INDOOR SPORTS 137 ACTIVE8 HEALTH & FITNESS 137 ADAM & EVE 74 ADAM GALLERY 56 ADDICTION RECOVERY AGENCY 151 ADVENTURE CAFÉ 102 ADVENTUROUS ACTIVITY COMPANY 142 ADVICE WEST 148 AFENDI RESTAURANT & CAFE 100 AFRIKA EYE 16 AHMED’S CURRY CAFE 96 AIÓ 97 AKA STYLE AL FALAFEL 105 AL’S TIKKA GRILL 96 ALBERT INN 77 ALBION PUBLIC HOUSE & DINING ROOMS 77 ALFRED’S 95 ALFRESCO & VELLORE AT THE BATH SPA HOTEL 88 ALL BAR ONE 62 ALL SAINTS 123 ALLIES IN BRISTOL 151 ALMA TAVERN 77 ALMA TAVERN THEATRE 51 ALMOUROL 104 ALWAHA 106 AMERICAN APPAREL 124 AMERICAN DREAM COMICS 115 AMERICAN MUSEUM & GARDENS 140 AMICI 99 AMOEBA 104 ANCHOR 77, 80, 161 ANGELA GAUDI HAIR DESIGN 129, 131, 157 ANIKA 37 ANIMAL 123 ANIMAL DISCO 149 ANSON ROOMS 37, 39 ANTIX 63 ANTLERS GALLERY 57 ANYONE ELSE HATE THEIR JOB? 149 APPLE 63, 79, 159 APPY DAZE 118 APTHORP CENTRE FOR CHIROPRACTIC & HOLISTIC THERAPIES 137 AQUA ITALIA 97 AQUA ITALIAN RESTAURANT & BAR 99 ARABESQUE 100 ARC BAR 46 ARCHES INDIAN FAST FOOD 106 ARCHITRAIL 147 AREA 51 116, 121 ARNOLFINI 15, 39, 51, 53, 55, 57, 63, 116, 121, 150, 157 ARNOLFINI CAFE-BAR 88 ARNOS VALE CEMETERY 141 ART TRAILS 58 ART@BRISTOL 121 ARTIZAN 127 ARTRAGEOUS 121 ARTS HOUSE 65 ASH KEYS MUSIC 151 ASHTON COURT ESTATE MOUNTAIN BIKE TRAILS 143 ASHTON COURT GOLF COURSE 136, 143, 157 ASK (BATH) 97 ASK (BRISTOL) 99 ASSEMBLY INN 23, 71 ATMOSPHERE 143 ATTIC 110 AUREA MEDIOCRITAS 149 AUTONOMIST 148 AV BRISTOL 121 AVEBURY STONE CIRCLE 140 AVON & SOMERSET POLICE 148, 153 AVON BOOKS 116 AVON COUNSELLING & PSYCHOTHERAPY SERVICE 151 AVON PACKET 77 AVON SKI & ACTION CENTRE 144 AVON VALLEY CYCLERY 147 AXBRIDGE CAVING GROUP 142
B
BACCHUS BACK TO MINE 46 BAILEY BALLOONS 142 BANANA REPUBLIC 123 BANCO LOUNGE 65 BANES TAXI SAFE 20 BANES WASTE SERVICES 152 BANK 124 BANK OF STOKES CROFT 46, 65, 67, 161 BANKSY 149 BANNATYNE HEALTH CLUB 137 BANTHON ORIENTAL SUPERMARKET 108 BAR 100 65 BAR HUMBUG 65 BARBOUR BROWNS 129 BARLEY MOW 71 BARNES SPORTS CLINIC 137 BARTLETT & SONS BUTCHERS 108 BARTLETT ST ANTIQUES MARKET 118 BASEMENT 45 46 BASKERVILLE’S HEALTH & FITNESS CLUB 137
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BATH & DISTRICT FOOTBALL LEAGUE 144 BATH ABBEY 155 BATH ARTISTS’ STUDIOS 56 BATH BACKPACKERS 147 BATH BAKERY 108 BATH BAKERY CAFÉ 102 BATH BEAUTY CENTRE 127 BATH BOATING STATION 140 BATH BOMB 149 BATH BUN 102 BATH BUS COMPANY 147 BATH BUS STATION 147 BATH CITY FC 59 BATH COFFEE FESTIVAL 28 BATH COMEDY FESTIVAL 28 BATH COMPACT DISCS 115 BATH CONTEMPORARY 56 BATH DELI 102, 108 BATH FARMERS’ MARKET 108 BATH FESTIVALS TRUST 42 BATH FILM FESTIVAL 28, 55 BATH FLEA MARKET 118 BATH FORUM 37 BATH FRINGE FESTIVAL 28, 51 BATH INTERNATIONAL MUSIC FESTIVAL 28, 42 BATH LIBRARY 153 BATH LITERATURE FESTIVAL 28, 118 BATH MOZARTFEST 28 BATH NATURAL HEALTH CLINIC 137 BATH OLD BOOKS 115 BATH PAVILION 44, 37, 39, 46, 161 BATH PRESERVATON TRUST 149 BATH PRIORY HOTEL & RESTAURANT 88 BATH PUBLIC GOLF FACILITIES 143 BATH RACECOURSE 59 BATH ROYAL UNITED HOSPITAL 137 BATH RUGBY 59 BATH SCHOOL OF SHIATSU & YOGA 137 BATH SPA LIVE 53 BATH SPA UNIVERSITY THEATRE 51 BATH SPORTS & LEISURE CENTRE 137 BATH STOP THE WAR COALITION 149 BATH STUDENT LETS 150 BATH TEA ROOMS 102 BATH UNIVERSITY ACCOMMODATION OFFICE 150 BATH YMCA HEALTH & FITNESS SUITE 137 BATHWICK BOATMAN 87 BAUHINIA 101 BAY 65 BBC 150 BBC BRISTOL NEWS 148 BBC RADIO BRISTOL 37 BCFM 37 BEAR (BATH) 71 BEAR (BRISTOL) 77 BEAST CLOTHING 149 BEAU NASH 71 BEAUFORT 77 BEAUFORT ARMS 77 BEAUFORT POLO CLUB 59 BEAUJOLAIS BISTRO BAR 95 BEAUTOLOGY 129 BEAUX ARTS 56 BECKFORD’S TOWER & MUSEUM 140 BEEHIVE BAKERY 108 BEESES BAR & TEA GARDENS 65, 104 BELL (BATH) 37, 71 BELL (BRISTOL) 39, 77 BELL’S DINER 91 BELLA ITALIA 99 BELUSHI’S 62 BEN’S COOKIES 102 BEN’S COOKIES 108 BEN’S PANCAKES 102 BENGAL BRASSERIE 94, 96 BERKELEY 77 BERKELEY CASTLE 140 BERWICK LODGE 91 BESPOKE MALE GROOMING 129 BEST OF BRITISH 108 BETTER FOOD CO 110 BETTER FOOD COMPANY CAFÉ 104 BEWARE OF THE LEOPARD BOOKS 117 BHP INSPIRING EVENTS 142 BIERKELLER 46 BIG BANANA 104, 106 BIG CHILL BAR 48, 65 BIG ISSUE SOUTH WEST 150 BIJOU 48 BIJOUX BEADS 118 BIKEWORKSHOP 121, 147 BILLY BURGERS 105 BISHOPS 77 BISHOPSTON BOOKS 117 BISHOPSTON TRADING 121 BISTRO LA BARRIQUE 95 BIZARRE BATH 52, 140 BLACK MOUNTAIN ACTIVITIES 142 BLACK SWAN 48 BLACKBOY CYCLES 143 BLACKWELL 117 BLAISE CASTLE HOUSE MUSEUM 141 BLOOD RED SOUNDS 149 BLOOM & CURLL 117 BLOWOUT SAX 118 BLUE JUICE 104 BLUE MOUNTAIN 48 BLUE ROOMS 46, 62 BO.LEE GALLERY 56 BOATER 71 BOATHOUSE 87 BOBBY’S 106 BOCABAR 65 BOJO BROWNZ 129
BOLEXBROTHERS 150 BOMBAY SPICE 96 BONGHY-BO’S 102 BONOMINI 129 BOOJON TANDOORI 96 BOOKS FOR AMNESTY 117 BOOTY 117 BORDEAUX QUAY 91, 110 BORDEAUX QUAY BRASSERIE 104 BOSTON TEA PARTY (BATH) 102 BOSTON TEA PARTY (BRISTOL) 91, 104 BOTANIST BRISTOL 65 BOTTELINO’S 97, 99 BOY FROM FISHPONDS 149 BRACE & BROWNS 65 BRASSERIE BLANC 95 BRASSERIE GERARD 95 BRAVO BRAVE BATS 37 BREADSTORE 110 BREWERS FAYRE BRISTOL CONCORDE 87 BREWERY 51 BRIDGE CAFÉ 91 BRIDGE COFFEE SHOP 102 BRIDGE INN 77 BRISFEST 16 BRISTLE’S BLOG FROM THE BUNKERS 149 BRISTOL & GLOUCESTERSHIRE GLIDING CLUB 142 BRISTOL & SOUTH GLOUCESTERSHIRE CONSERVATIVES 149 BRISTOL & WEST ATHLETICS CLUB 144 BRISTOL 24-7 148 BRISTOL ACADEMY FLYERS BASKETBALL CLUB 59 BRISTOL ANARCHIST BOOKFAIR 118 BRISTOL AQUARIUM 141 BRISTOL ARIEL ROWING 142 BRISTOL BACKPACKERS 147 BRISTOL BEAR BAR 59 BRISTOL BIERKELLER 39 BRISTOL BIKE PROKECT 148 BRISTOL BISONS RFC 59 BRISTOL BITES 149 BRISTOL BOXING GYM 144 BRISTOL BRIDGE 91 BRISTOL BUDDHIST CENTRE 155 BRISTOL BUS & COACH STATION 147 BRISTOL CATHEDRAL 141, 155 BRISTOL CENTRAL LIBRARY 153 BRISTOL CHANNEL CRUISES 141 BRISTOL CIDER HOUSE 77, 161 BRISTOL CIDER SHOP 109, 110 BRISTOL CITY COUNCIL SPORT FACILITIES 138 BRISTOL CITY FC 59 BRISTOL CITY MUSEUM & ART GALLERY 57, 141 BRISTOL CITY YOGA 138 BRISTOL CIVIC SOCIETY 149 BRISTOL CLIMBING CENTRE 141 BRISTOL COMMUNITY FM 150 BRISTOL CONFIDENTIAL COUNSELLING SERVICE 151 BRISTOL CRISIS SERVICE FOR WOMEN 151 BRISTOL CULTURE 149 BRISTOL CYCLING CAMPAIGN 149 BRISTOL CYCLING CITY CAMPAIGN 147 BRISTOL DIVING SCHOOL 57 BRISTOL DRUGS PROJECT 8, 151 BRISTOL FARMERS’ MARKET 110 BRISTOL FASHION BEEFEATER 87 BRISTOL FERRY BOAT CO 8, 141, 147, 161 BRISTOL FESTIVAL OF IDEAS 149 BRISTOL FLEA & VINTAGE MARKET 121 BRISTOL FLYER 77 BRISTOL FOLK HOUSE 153 BRISTOL FRIENDS OF THE EARTH 149 BRISTOL FRYER 106 BRISTOL GALLERY 57 BRISTOL GREEN STORE 153 BRISTOL GUILD CAFÉ 104 BRISTOL HEBREW SYNAGOGUE 155 BRISTOL HINDU CENTRE 155 BRISTOL HIPPODROME 51, 52, 53 BRISTOL ICE RINK 141, 144 BRISTOL INDYMEDIA 149, 150 BRISTOL INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT 147 BRISTOL INTERNATIONAL BALLOON FIESTA 16 BRISTOL INTERNATIONAL KITE FESTIVAL 16 BRISTOL INTERNATIONAL STUDENT CENTRE 155 BRISTOL KITE STORE 121, 142 BRISTOL L&G SWITCHBOARD 59 BRISTOL LAWN TENNIS & SQUASH CLUB 138, 144 BRISTOL MARRIOTT ROYAL HOTEL 138 BRISTOL MEDIA 149 BRISTOL MINDLINE 151 BRISTOL MUSIC ROOM 121 BRISTOL MUSICIAN & ARTIST EXCHANGE 39 BRISTOL MUSLIM CULTURAL SOCIETY 155 BRISTOL OCTOPUSH CLUB 142 BRISTOL OLD VIC 51 BRISTOL PACKET 141 BRISTOL PANTHERS FC 59 BRISTOL PICTORIAL TOURS 148 BRISTOL PITBULLS ICE HOCKEY
CLUB 59 BRISTOL POETRY FESTIVAL 118 BRISTOL RADICAL HISTORY GROUP 149 BRISTOL RAJ 96 BRISTOL RAM 77 BRISTOL ROLLER DERBY 144 BRISTOL ROVERS FC 59 BRISTOL ROYAL INFIRMARY 138 BRISTOL RUGBY 59 BRISTOL SAILING SCHOOL 142 BRISTOL SAUSAGE SHOP 106, 110 BRISTOL SCHOOL OF TAI CHI CHUAN 138 BRISTOL SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL 16 BRISTOL SIKH TEMPLE 155 BRISTOL SILENTS 55 BRISTOL SLOW FOOD MARKET 110 BRISTOL STREETART 149 BRISTOL SWEET MART 110 BRISTOL TRAFFIC 149 BRISTOL TRAILS GROUP 143 BRISTOL UNIVERSITY ACCOMMODATION OFFICE 150 BRISTOL UNIVERSITY STUDENT UNION 52 BRISTOL VINEYARD CHURCH 155 BRISTOL YOUTH HOSTEL 147 BRISTOL ZOO GARDENS 141 BRISTOL’S PARKS AND GREEN SPACES 144 BRITISH MILITARY FITNESS BRISTOL 144 BRITTAN’S PORK BUTCHERS 110 BROAD STREET JAZZ 115 BROOK ADVISORY CLINIC 151, 154 BROUGHAM CUPBOARD 62 BROWNS (BATH) 62, 87 BROWNS (BRISTOL) 65, 87 BRUGADA 62 BRUNEL BUTTERY 104 BRUNEL RAJ 96 BRUNEL’S AT THE ROYAL HOTEL 87 BRUNEL’S SS GREAT BRITAIN 141 BS7 SPORT & FITNESS CLUB 136, 138 BS8 124 BTCV CONSERVATION GROUP 151 BUGSBOARDING 144 BUILDING OF BATH MUSEUM 140 BUNCH OF GRAPES 39, 77 BUNKER 48, 64 BURGER JOINT 65, 85, 90, 163 BURTON (BATH) 123 BURTON (BRISTOL) 124 BUSH TAVERN 77 BV STUDIOS 57 BYZANTIUM 91
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CABOT CIRCUS 148 CADBURY HOUSE 77 CADENCE 144 CADENCE BIKE SHOP 147 CAESARS 104, 109, 165 CAFÉ AU LAIT 102 CAFÉ DELIGHT 104 CAFE DU GLOBE 100, 102 CAFÉ DU JOUR 104 CAFÉ EIGHTY FOUR 102 CAFÉ KINO 37, 104 CAFÉ LUCCA 102 CAFE MAITREYA 102 CAFÉ RETREAT 104 CAFÉ RETRO 102 CAFÉ ROUGE (BATH) 62, 95, 102 CAFÉ ROUGE (BRISTOL) 95, 104 CAFÉ SHOON 102 CAFÉ-BAR @ THE TOBACCO FACTORY 65 CAFFE CLIFTON 104 CAFFE EXCHANGE 104 CAFFÈ NERO 102 CAKE CAFÉ 102 CALIFORNIA KITCHEN 85 CANTEEN 37, 39, 65 CARIBBEAN WRAP 106 CARLUCCIO’S 99 CARNAGE 5, 49 CARTRIDGE RIGHT 9, 121, 165 CARTRIDGE WORLD 121 CARVERY COMPANY 87 CASA MEXICANA 100 CASAMIA 99 CASANIS 95 CASTLE COMBE RACING CIRCUIT 59, 141, 143 CAT & WHEEL 77, 80, 161 CATH KIDSTON (BATH) 123 CATH KIDSTON (BRISTOL) 124 CATHAY RENDEZVOUS 86 CAVENDISH AT THE DUKES HOTEL 87 CAVERN CLUB 48 CELSIUS 46, 62 CENTRAL BAR 62, 89, 169 CENTRAL STUDIO 129 CENTRESPACE 57 CHABAD-LUBAVITCH OF BRISTOL 155 CHANDOS DELI (BATH) 102, 108 CHANDOS DELI (BRISTOL) 110 CHAPEL ARTS CENTRE 39, 51, 102 CHARADE STYLE 148 CHARMBURY ARMS 71 CHE’S CAFÉ BAR 104 CHEESE ROLLING 144 CHEMICAL RECORDS 115 CHEQUERS INN 71 CHEUNG KONG CHINESE 86 CHILLIES 105 CHIN! CHIN! BAR & KITCHEN 87 CHLAMYDIA TESTING 137 CHOPHOUSE RESTAURANT & BAR 88
CHUNG YING CANTONESE 105 CIAO HAMBURGER 106 CIBO RISTORANTE 99 CINEMA DE LUX 55 CINEWORLD 55 CIRCLE RULES FOOTBALL 144 CIRCO 62 CIRCOMEDIA 52, 141 CIRCUS CAFE & RESTAURANT 87, 102 CITY CAFE 91 CITY CAFE FOOD CENTRE 106 CITY CAR CLUB 147 CITY OF BATH COLLEGE 153 CITY OF BRISTOL COLLEGE 153 CITY PROPERTY LETS 150 CITY SIGHTSEEING BRISTOL 141 CLAUDIA AURORA 37, 153 CLEAN BEAN 151 CLEVEDON RIDING CENTRE 143 CLIFTON 77 CLIFTON BEAUTY COMPANY 131 CLIFTON CATHEDRAL 155 CLIFTON COLLEGE SPORTS CENTRE 138 CLIFTON COLLEGE SPORTS GROUND & WORKSHOP 138 CLIFTON KITCHEN 88 CLIFTON LADIES HOCKEY CLUB 59 CLIFTON PHYSIOTHERAPY 138 CLIFTON PRACTICE 138 CLIFTON ROCKS 121, 124 CLIFTON SAUSAGE 88 CLIFTON VILLAGE FISH BAR 107 CLIFTON WINE BAR 65 CLUB XL 46 COACH & HORSES 77 COAL GRILL & BAR 91 COCOCHENO 129, 131, 169 COEUR DE LION 71 COFFEE #1 104 COFFEE@CAMDEN 102 COLONNA & SMALLS ESPRESSO ROOM 102 COLSTON HALL 37, 41, 42, 53 COLSTON YARD 77, 80, 167 COMEDY BOX 53 COMEDY CAVERN 52 COMMERCIAL ROOMS 77 COMMON ROOM 62 COMPASS 16 COMPOST BINS 153 COMPOSTING 153 CONTRACEPTION & SEXUAL HEALTH 137, 138 COOLER 41, 48 COOSHTI 124 CORAL QUAY CAFÉ 102 CORK 63, 71, 169 CORNISH BAKEHOUSE 107 CORNUBIA 77 CORONATION 77 CORONATION TAP 37, 41, 78 COSIES 9, 48, 65, 69, 171 COSMO 86 COSY CLUB 62, 87 CÔTE (BATH) 62, 95 CÔTE (BRISTOL) 95 COTHAM PORTER STORES 78 COWSHED 88 COX AND BALONEY 124 CRASH MANSION 48 CREATE CAFE 104 CREATE CENTRE 58 CROFT 37, 41, 48, 78 CRYSTAL PALACE 71 CUBE 37, 41, 55, 150 CULINARIA 91 CULPEPERS 108 CULT 123 CULVERHAY SPORTS CENTRE 137 CURFEW 71 CURRY HOUSE 96 CURRY MAHAL 96 CYCLING CITY 147
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DA VINCI ITALIAN DELI 108 DAMIAN FORDER CRICKET ACADEMY 144 DAPPA HAIRDRESSERS 127 DARLING DELI 108 DAVID KONIG MAC TUITION 151 DAVID LLOYD LEISURE 138 DAY & NIGHT 48 DEBENHAMS 123 DECO LOUNGE 65 DELIGHT 104 DELMONICO 91 DEMUTHS 101 DESH 96 DESH INDIAN TAKEAWAY & RESTAURANT 105 DETOUR 123 DEV’S KERALA 96 DEVELOPING HEALTH & INDEPENDENCE 153 DEVONSHIRE ARMS 71 DIAMOND WAY BUDDHISM 155 DICK WILLOW’S FARM SHOP 118 DIGITAL BRISTOL 148 DIGITAL VILLAGE 119, 121, 171 DIGS 15, 150 DIM SUM 107 DOCKYARD CAFE-BAR 65, 104 DOJO LOUNGE 48 DOMINO PIZZA 105, 107 DOOR 34 62 DOT TO DOT 16 DOWER HOUSE AT THE ROYAL CRESCENT HOTEL 88 DOWNS FOOTBALL LEAGUE 144
DR BURNORIUM’S HOT SAUCE EMPORIUM 111 DRAWBRIDGE 78 DRINKING OUT WEST 148 DRIVE TECH AT CASTLE COMBE 143 DRUM BANK MUSIC 121 DSWAT 115 DUKE OF YORK 78 DUNMORE-CUEVAS 121 DURDHAM DOWN BOOKSHOP 117 DYNASTY 86
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E3 MEDIA 150 EACH 59 EARL OF MANVERS @ SECOND BRIDGE 63 EARTH MUSIC BRISTOL 42 EARTHBOUND 111 EASTERN EYE 96 EASTERN SPICE 96 EASTERN TASTE 96 EASTON EXPRESS 107 EASTON LEISURE CENTRE 138 EASY RUNNER 121 EAT5STAR 102 EATING OUT WEST 148 EDGAR MODERN 56 EGG 51 EGG CAFÉ 102 EGO 131 EL BAHDJA 96 EL PUERTO 101 EL RINCON 41, 101 ELBOW ROOM 48, 66 ELDON HOUSE 78 ELLIPSE AT MERCURE BRIGSTOW HOTEL 88 ELSIE RILEY 124 EMILY BREEZE 37 EMMA ROSS DANCE MOVEMENT PSYCHOTHERAPIST 138 EMMAUS BRISTOL 121, 144, 151 EMPIRE SPORTS CLUB 138 ENCOUNTERS SHORT FILM FESTIVAL 16, 55 ENDEMOL WEST 6, 150 ENEMIES OF REASON 149 ENERGISED PERFORMANCE 138 ENTELIA 96 ENZO’S 97 EQUINOX HAIR AND BEAUTY 129, 131, 173 ESSENTIAL TRADING 111 ESSENTIALS 127 ETON BAR 48, 66 EUGENE BYRNE 149 EUREKA TRADING 118 EXCEL TENNIS IN THE PARK 137 EXCHANGE SNACK BAR 107 EXPLORE-AT-BRISTOL 141 EXTREME MARINE 142 EZO 96
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FABULOUS 123 FACTORY STUDIOS 151 FAIRFIELD ARMS 71 FALAFEL KING 107 FAMOUS ROYAL NAVY VOLUNTEER 78 FARM 78 FASHION MUSEUM 140 FAST TRACK TAXIS 8 FIDDLERS 41 FIFTY 88 50:50 121 FILTON GOLF CLUB 143 FINDING PRIVATE SECTOR ACCOMMODATION 150 FINE CHEESE CO 102, 108 FIREHOUSE ROTISSERIE (BATH) 85 FIREHOUSE ROTISSERIE (BRISTOL) 85 FIRST 147 FISH AND CHIPS106 FISHERS 93, 107 FITNESS FIRST 137 FLAMINGOS 48, 59 FLAN O’BRIENS 71 FLEECE 37, 41 FLIGHT CENTRE 147 FLINTY RED 91 FOLK HOUSE 41, 58 FOLK HOUSE CAFE-BAR 66, 104 FOPP 115 FORBIDDEN PLANET 117, 121 FORTUNE COOKIE 106 FORUM 39 FOYLES 117, 121 FRANKIE & BENNY’S NEW YORK ITALIAN 85 FRATELLI’S 99 FREDERICK TRANTER 118 FREECYCLE 148 FREEDOM BATH & BRISTOL 155 FREEDOM YOUTH 59 FRENCHAY HOSPITAL 138 FRIARY 104 FRONTLINESTYLE 127 FUBAR BRASSERIE & LOUNGE 62 FULL MOON/ATTIC 48, 78, 81, 147, 171 FUNTASTIC 118 FUTURE PUBLISHING 150
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GAFF 124 GALA CASINO BRISTOL HARBOURSIDE 88 GANESHA 97
GANGES 90, 97 GARFUNKEL’S 62, 85 GARRICK’S HEAD 71 GARY HATTO 127 GASCOYNE PLACE 73, 87 GENESIS FURNITURE PROJECT 118 GENESIS NETBALL CLUB 145 GEORGE BAYNTUN 116 GEORGE GREGORY 116 GEORGE INN 73 GEORGIAN HOUSE 141 GHANA GOODS 121 GHOST WALKS OF BATH 140 GIANT FLEA & VINTAGE MARKET 117, 118 GIRAFFE (BATH) 95 GIRAFFE (BRISTOL) 95 GIUSEPPE’S 99 GLASS ROOM 58 GLASSBOAT 91 GLASTONBURY ABBEY 140 GLASTONBURY BACKPACKERS 147 GLENSIDE HOSPITAL MUSEUM 141 GLODEN 131 GLOUCESTER SKI & SNOWBOARD CENTRE 144 GLOUCESTERSHIRE CCC 59 GO APE! 141 GOLDBRICK HOUSE 66, 91 GOLDEN LION 37, 41, 48, 78 GOLDEN PLAICE 106 GOOD BUY BOOKS 116 GOOD VIBRATIONS 138 GOODIES 108 GOURMET BURGER KITCHEN 86 GOURMET SCOFFS 102 GRAIN BARGE 41, 58, 78 GRANT BRADLEY GALLERY 58 GRAPES 37, 41, 73 GRAPPA 62 GRAZE BAR & CHOPHOUSE 88 GREAT WESTERN RUNNERS 145 GRECIAN KEBAB HOUSE 96, 107 GREEN GYM (BATH) 137 GREEN GYM (BRISTOL) 138 GREEN MAN 78 GREEN PARK BRASSERIE 62, 88 GREEN PARK MARKET 118 GREEN PARK STATION 117 GREEN PARK TAVERN 73 GREEN PARTY 149 GREEN ROOM AT THE MISSION THEATRE 102 GREEN STREET HOUSE 127 GREENBANK 41 GREENS’ DINING ROOM 88 GREYHOUND 78 GRIFFIN INN 73 GRYPHON 41 GUILD GALLERY 58 GUILDHALL DELICATESSEN 108 GUILDHALL MARKET 117, 119 GUILDHALL MARKET CAFE 102 GUMTREE 148 GUY FAULKS 131
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H BAR 66, 91 H&M (BATH) 124 H&M (BRISTOL) 124 HACKETTS 129 HAIR @ 58 131 HAIR ON THE HILL 131 HALL & WOODHOUSE 62, 73, 87 HAMILTON HOUSE 52, 150 HANHAM COURT GARDENS 141 HANSEL UND GRETEL CAFE & STRUDEL BAR 103 HARBOUR FESTIVAL 16 HARE & HOUNDS 73 HARE ON THE HILL 78 HAROLD HOCKEY 121 HARRY BLADES AND ANGRY DAVES 131 HARVEST (BATH) 108, 118 HARVEST (BRISTOL) 111, 121 HARVEY NICHOLS SECOND FLOOR RESTAURANT & BAR 91 HATCHET 48, 78 HAUSBAR 66 HAVANA COFFEE 104 HAY FESTIVAL 118 HEADMASTERS 129 HEART FM 148, 150 HEN & CHICKEN 78 HERBERTS BAKERY 111 HERBIES 106 HERE 58 HERMANOS 104 HERMANOS CAFE-BAR 66 HERSCHEL MUSEUM OF ASTRONOMY 141 HIGHBURY VAULTS 78 HIJACK 41 HILLGROVE PORTER STORES 78 HIPPIE SHAKE 106 HOBBS 131, 173 HOBGOBLIN 73 HOBGOBLIN MUSIC 122 HOLBURNE MUSEUM 42 HOLE IN THE WALL 78, 87 HOLEY SKIN 122 HOLLISTER 124 HOME LETS 150 HOMEOPATHY DIRECT 137 HON FUSION 86 HONG KONG BISTRO 86 HOOPER HOUSE CAFE 104 HOOTERS 86 HOP POLE 73 HOPE & ANCHOR 78 ➜
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HOPHOUSE 78 HORFIELD LEISURE CENTRE 138 HORSEWORLD 142 HORTS 78 HOTEL DU VIN & BISTRO 66, 91 HOUSE OF FRASER 124 HOUSEHOLD WASTE & RECYCLING CENTRES 155 HUDSON BAR & GRILL 62, 85 HUNTSMAN 73 HUONG QUE 95 HUSH HUSH 66
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ID EST 122 IDLE HANDS 115 IKEA 122 IL GRANO 99 INDIAN SUMMER 97 INN ON THE GREEN 78 INSTANT VINTAGE 124 INSTITUTE OF CONTEMPORARY INTERDISCIPLINARY ARTS (ICIA) 42, 51, 53, 56 IOTA BRISTOL 122 IROKO 95 ISLAMIC INFORMATION CENTRE 155 ISLAND 52 ITCHY FEET 116, 148 ITV WEST 148, 150
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JACK FM 148 JACK WILLS 124 JACKS BAR & BRASSERIE 88 JACOB MORRISON GUITAR & UKULELE TEACHER 151 JACOB’S COFFEE HOUSE 103 JADE PALACE 86 JAFLONG 96 JAMES BARLOW 149 JAMES ROSS HEALTHCARE 138 JAMIE’S ITALIAN 97, 99 JAMUNA 90, 96 JANE AUSTEN FESTIVAL 28 JAVA 48 JAVA COCKTAIL BAR & CLUB 66 JAZZ CAFE 23, 103 JERSEY LILY 81 JIKA JIKA COFFEE HOUSE & CANTEEN 103 JIM PERRY FENCING MAITRE 145 JIMMY SPICE’S 95 JOHN E VISTIC 37 JOHN’S BIKES 147 JOLLYS 124 JOYA 63, 124 JULIAN HOUSE 151 JULIAN HOUSE BOOKSHOP 116 JULIAN TRUST 151 JUNGLE RUMBLE 143 JUNIPER 91 JUUL AND PAYNE 138
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KALAHARI MOON 111 KASHMIR 97 KATHMANDU 97 KATZE 119, 122, 124, 173 KEBAB HOUSE 106 KELVIN STUDIOS 52 KENSINGTON ARMS 81 KEYNSHAM LEISURE CENTRE 137 KILN AT THE RAMADA PLAZA HOTEL 91 KINDLING 103 KING OF WESSEX 73 KING WILLIAM (BATH) 73 KING WILLIAM (BRISTOL) 81 KING’S ARMS 73, 81 KING’S HEAD 81 KINGSDOWN SPORTS CENTRE 138 KINGSWESTON STABLES 143 KINGSWOOD HERITAGE MUSEUM 142 KIRSTEN ELLIOTT LOOKS AT BATH 149 KOBE KARAOKE 86 KOHI NOOR 97 KOMEDIA 39, 46, 52 KOMEDIA CANTEEN 87, 103 KRISHNA’S INN 97 KUCHIKOO 131
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LA BEAUTIQUE 131 LA CAMPAGNUOLA 99 LA CASBAH 104 LA CROISSANTIERE 102, 103 LA GROTTA 99 LA PERLA 101 LA RUCA 104, 111 LA TASCA (BATH) 101 LA TASCA (BRISTOL) 101 LA TAVERNA DELL’ARTISTA 66, 99 LABOUR PARTY 149 LACOCK ABBEY & FOX TALBOT MUSEUM 140 LAKOTA 44, 48, 177 LAL JOMI PAVILION 97 LAMB & LION 73 LANES 15, 41, 48, 175 LANSDOWN 41, 81 LAS IGUANAS 66, 100 LASER FUSION 145 LASER QUEST 141 LAZY DOG 81 LE PARISIEN 103 LEFTBANK 42, 66 LEONIE EVANS 37 LEUKAEMIA & LYMPHOMA
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RESEARCH 145 LIBERAL DEMOCRATS 149 LIBERTY 59 LIDO 91, 131 LIME LOUNGE 87, 103 LIME TREE GALLERY 58, 122 LIMO PEOPLE 147 LITTLE BLACK BOX 52 LITTLE THEATRE CINEMA 54, 55, 177 LIVING ROOM 91 LLANDOGER TROW 81 LOCAL PEOPLE 148 LOCH FYNE (BATH) 93 LOCH FYNE (BRISTOL) 93 LOCKSIDE 91, 104 LONDON CAMERA EXCHANGE (BATH) 118 LONDON CAMERA EXCHANGE (BRISTOL) 122 LONDON ROAD STORES 108 LONGLEAT 140 LOUISIANA 37, 42, 81 LOUNGE (BRISTOL) 59, 66 LOUNGE COCKTAIL BAR & PIZZERIA (BATH) 63 LUNA 48
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M SHED 142, 150 MADAME GENEVA’S 76, 81, 177 MADRAS EXPRESS 97 MAGIC ROLL 107 MAGNET 107 MAGUIRES AT THE CLOCK TOWER 107 MAI THAI 101 MAMMA MIA 99 MANDALYN’S 23, 46, 59, 73, 179 MANGIA BENE 103, 108 MANHATTAN BURGER 106 MANOR KITCHEN 111 MARCO POLO TRAVEL ADVISORY SERVICE 148 MARCO’S OLIVE BRANCH 99 MARK’S BREAD 111 MARKET 63, 87 MARLBOROUGH TAVERN 73 MARMARIS 95, 106 MARRIOTT ROYAL HOTEL 91 MARTINI 97 MASA 100 MASALA CAFE 97 MASON’S ARMS 81 MASSIVE ATTACK 37 MAYFEST 16, 51 MAYFLOWER 86 MAYOR’S CORPS OF HONORARY GUIDES 148 MAZATI LEBANESE CUISINE 100 MBARGO 66 MEE 124 MEGA BITE 106 MELANIE GILES 129 MEME CHOCOLAT 105, 111 MENDIP OUTDOOR PURSUITS 142 MENINGITIS TRUST 138 MERCHANT’S ARMS 81 METROPOLITAN CAFE 103 MEZZALUNA 91, 97 MICHAEL TIPPETT CENTRE 39, 42 MICKLEBURGH 122 MIGHTY MINIATURE BOOKSPACE 117 MINERS ARMS 83 MINERVA ART SUPPLIES 23, 118 MINERVA CHOCOLATES/BATH CHOCOLATE MUSEUM 108 MINT 124 MISS MILLIE’S 107 MISS SELFRIDGE 124 MISSION BURRITO 89, 100, 179 MISSION THEATRE 51 MOGHUL 106 MOLES 43, 37, 39, 46 MOLES MUSIC CAFE 103 MONTANA STUDIOS 121, 125, 179 MOORISH CAFÉ 107 MOREISH 91 MOTEL 125, 127, 181 MOTHER’S RUIN 42, 76, 83, 181 MOTION 2, 48 MOUCHUCK 96 MOZARTFEST 42 MR B’S EMPORIUM OF READING DELIGHTS 116 MR D’S 106 MR WOLF’S 37, 42, 49, 66 MRS BROWN’S CAFÉ 105 MUD DOCK 66, 93, 105, 122, 144, 147 MUSET BY RONNIE 93 MUSEUM OF BATH AT WORK 140 MUSEUM OF EAST ASIAN ART 23, 140 MY BURRITO 100 MY YARD 127 MYRISTICA 97 MYTECH BRISTOL 151
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NAFF CLOTHING 8, 127, 181 NAILS 1 131 NANDO’S (BATH) 101 NANDO’S (BRISTOL) 101 NATIONAL EXPRESS COACHES 147 NATIONAL RAIL 147 NEAL’S YARD REMEDIES 122 NELSON STREET 56 NEW EMPEROR COURT 86 NEW HAPPY GARDEN 107 NEW SAVILL ROW 129
NEW WORLD CIRCUS 6, 181 NHS BLOOD & TRANSPLANT 151 NHS DIRECT 138 NIBBLES 110 NICK CUDWORTH GALLERY 57 NIGHT-FLYERS 147 NIKO’S LOUNGE & SHISHA BAR 66 NO. 1 HARBOURSIDE 37, 42, 66 NO. 3 HAIRDRESSING129 NO. 51 42, 66 NO. 4 93 NOA 100 NOOSA HEADS HAIR AND BEAUTY 133 NORTHCLIFFE MEDIA 150 NOVA SCOTIA 83 NUFFIELD HEALTH, FITNESS & WELLBEING 139, 140, 183 NUMBER 10 105
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O2 ACADEMY BRISTOL 37, 42, 49 OBENTO 100 OCEAN PEARL 86, 106 OCEANA 49 OCTAGON 57 ODEON 55 OFF THE RECORD 137 OFFICE SHOES 124 OH! CALCUTTA! INDIAN KITCHEN 97 OLD CASTLE GREEN 59, 83 OLD DUKE 37, 42, 83 OLD ENGLAND 83 OLD FISH MARKET 83 OLD GREEN TREE 73 OLD INDIA 97 OLD MARKET TAVERN 59, 83 OLD Q BAR 63 OLD TAVERN 83 OLDFIELD PARK BOOKS 116 OLIVE SHED 93, 111 OLIVE TREE 87 OMG! 59 ON THE VIDEO FRONT 121 ONE BEAUFORT 74 194 FAHRENHEIT CAFÉ 105 ONE STOP THALI CAFE 97, 105 ONEFISHTWOFISH 93 OPA 63, 95 OPERA PROJECT 42 OPPO COMEDY 53 ORCHARD 83 ORIGIN PUBLISHING 150 ORPHEUS 55 OSTRICH 83 OVERBURY’S SPECIALIST CYCLES 144 OXFAM (BATH) 121 OXFAM (BRISTOL) 123 OXFAM BOOKSHOP (BATH) 116 OXFAM BOOKSHOPS (BRISTOL) 118 OXFAM BOUTIQUE 125, 127 OZ 96
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P’ZAZZ 106 PACKHORSE INN 74 PAECKERT BUTCHERS 111 PAINTBALL 141 PALACE 59 PAM PAM 48, 66 PANACHE 49 PANAHAR 96 PANASIA ORIENTAL RESTAURANT & BAR 86 PAPA COSTA DELI 105, 111 PAPADELI 105, 111 PAR AVION 141 PARK 49, 66 PARKER SEDGEMORE 140 PARKER’S BAKERY/FRUIT & VEG 110 PAUL ROBERTS HI-FI 123 PAULA BOWLES ILLUSTRATION 123 PAXTON & WHITFIELD 110 PAYBACK RECORDS 115 PEKING CHEF 106 PEKING CHINESE 86 PEMBURY CYCLES 144 PENNY FARTHING 83 PEOPLE’S REPUBLIC OF STOKES CROFT 58, 150 PÉTANQUE 145 PHASE ONE 137 PHOTOGRAPHIQUE 123 PICCOLINO 99 PICNICS 110 PICTURE HOUSE EAST 66, 93 PICTURE THIS 58 PIEMINISTER 105, 107 PIG & FIDDLE 74 PINEAPPLE 59 PINK ART 121 PINK LEMONS TOO 124 PIP ’N’ JAY 155 PIPE & SLIPPERS 83 PIRATE WALKS 142 PITCHER & PIANO 66 PIZZA BELLA 107 PIZZA FRESCA 106 PIZZA HUT (BATH) 97 PIZZA HUT (BRISTOL) 99 PIZZA PROVENCALE 99 PIZZAEXPRESS (BATH) 97, 106 PIZZAEXPRESS (BRISTOL) 99, 107 PK MUSIC EXCHANGE 115 PLANET PIZZA 100 PLANTATION CARIBBEAN BAR & RESTAURANT 85 PLASTIC WAX 115 PLATFORM 1 49 PLATFORM 51 153
PO NA NA 46, 49 POLISH DELICATESSEN 110 PORTCITIES BRISTOL 148 PORTCULLIS 83 PORTER 72, 74, 183 PORTER CELLAR BAR 39 PORTISHEAD 37 PORTO LOUNGE 66 PORTUGUESE TASTE 107 PREMIER 92, 96 PRESTO 103 PRET A MANGER 103 PRETTY ECCENTRIC 124 PREVIEW BUFFET BAR 95 PRIMATE SPORTS 123 PRIME CUTS 115 PRIMROSE CAFÉ & BISTRO 105 PRINCE OF WALES (GLOS RD) 83, 84, 183 PRINCE OF WALES (WESTBURY-ONTRYM) 84 PRIOR PARK GARDEN CENTRE & FARM SHOP 110 PRIOR PARK LANDSCAPE GARDEN 140 PRIVÉ 49 PROM MUSIC BAR & CAFE 42, 66, 81, 187 PROSECCO 100 PROVIDENCE MUSIC 115 PULP 63, 127 PULTENEY ARMS 74 PUMP HOUSE 84, 93 PUMP ROOM 103 PURE PASTA, SOUP & SANDWICH 105, 107
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QUADRANT 66 QUEENSHILLING 49, 59, 66 QUINTON HOUSE 84
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RACKS BAR & KITCHEN 69, 88, 95 RADFORD MILL FARM SHOP 111 RAISING AND GIVING 151 RAJ BARI 97 RAJ TANDOORI 97 RAJPOOT (BATH) 96 RAJPOOT (BRISTOL) 97 RAM 74 RAPHAEL 88 RAPTORCARE 142 RARE BUTCHERS OF SOUTHVILLE 111 RAVEN 74 REAL CHINA ORIENTAL BUFFET 86 REAL ITALIAN ICE CREAM CO 103, 110 REAL ITALIAN PIZZA CO 89, 97, 185 REAL MEAT CO 110 REAL OLIVE CO 107, 111 REAL TENNIS 145 RECESSION 9, 127 RECREATION GROUND 149 RECYCLING CENTRES 153 RED 105 RED RAG GALLERY 57 REDGRAVE THEATRE 52 REDWOOD HOTEL & COUNTRY CLUB 140 REFLECTIONS 133 REFLEX 69 REGENCY TEA ROOMS 103 RELAXATION CENTRE 140 RENATO’S 100 RENATO’S NUMERO UNO 100 RENDEZVOUS 107 REPSYCHO 127 REPUBLIC 124 RETREAT 59 RETRO AT ZION 123 REVIVAL CAFÉ 105 REVOLUTION 63, 69 RICE AND THINGS 85 RICEBOX 107 RICHER SOUNDS 123 RICHMOND 84 RIKAXXE MUSIC 123 RING O’BELLS 74 RIPROAR COMEDY 53 RISE 115 RISE HELICOPTERS 142 RISING SUN 69, 74 RITCHERS BISTRO & WINE BAR 88 RIVER GRILLE AT THE BRISTOL HOTEL 88 RIVERSIDE CAFE 23, 88, 103 RIVERSIDE GARDEN CENTRE 105 RIVERSIDE LEISURE CLUB 140 RIVERSTATION 93 ROAMING NONSENSE COMEDY 53 ROBIN HOOD’S RETREAT 84 ROCK SHOP 115 ROCKFISH GRILL & SEAFOOD MARKET 93 ROCOTILLOS 86 ROLLERMANIA 123 ROMAN BATHS & PUMP ROOM 140 RONDO THEATRE 51, 52 ROO BAR 69 ROOM 212 58 ROSCOFF DELI 103, 110 ROSE OF DENMARK 42, 84 ROSHNI 97 ROSTRA & ROOKSMOOR 57 ROUTE ONE 124 ROYAL OAK 74, 84 ROYAL PAVILION CAFE 103 ROYAL PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY 57 ROYAL UNITED HOSPITAL 57 ROYAL WEST OF ENGLAND ACADEMY 58
ROYCE ROLLS WHOLEFOOD CAFÉ 105 RSR MEN’S HAIR 133 RUMMER HOTEL 84 RUNCIBLE SPOON 88 RUPOSHI 106 RUSTICO BISTRO ITALIANO 99
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SAINT JAMES’ WINE VAULTS 74 SAKS 133 SAKYA BUDDHIST CENTRE 155 SALAMANDER 74 SALATHAI 101 SALLY LUNN’S 87, 103 SAM WELLER’S 74 SAM’S KITCHEN DELI 103 SAMARITANS 152, 153 SAME, SAME BUT DIFFERENT 103 SAN CARLO 100 SANCTUARY SPA 133 SANDS 100 SARACEN’S HEAD 74 SASPARILLA 69, 95 SASSY AND BOO 124 SAUSAGE SHOP 110 SAVANA COFFEE 105 SCARLET RASCAL & THE TRAINWRECK 37 SCARLETT VINTAGE 124 SCHWARTZ BROTHERS 106 SCOOPAWAY HEALTH FOODS 111 SCOTCHMAN & HIS PACK 84 SEAFOODS 106 SEAMUS O’DONNELLS 84 SEAN HANNA 133, 133, 185 SEAN VIERA 140 SEASONS WHOLEFOOD 110 SECOND BRIDGE 46 SECRET GARDEN CAFE AT PRIOR PARK GARDEN CENTRE 103 SEEN TO BE DIFFERENT 124 SERGIO’S 100 SEVERN BEACH RAILWAY 147 SEVERNSHED 69, 93 SHAKEAWAY 106 SHAKESPEARE 84 SHANGHAI NIGHTS 86 SHARK BITE SURF, SNOW & SKATE CENTRE 123 SHEEPDROVE ORGANIC FARM FAMILY BUTCHERS 111 SHEESH MAHAL 97 SHIP INN 84 SHIPHAM RIDING CENTRE 143 SHIRAZ PERSIAN 100 SHOON 103 SHOP DUTTY 127 SHOWCASE 55 SIAM HARBOURSIDE 101 SIAN & CROOKED RIB 149 SIMPLY THAI 107 SK:N 133 SKOOBS BOOKSTORE 116 SKY BLUE FRAMING AND GALLERY 58 SLAPSTICK FESTIVAL 55 SLOCOMBE & GRIFFITHS HAIR AND BEAUTY 133 SLUG & LETTUCE (BATH) 63 SLUG & LETTUCE (BRISTOL) 69 SMITHFISH 111 SMITHS FISH BAR 107 SNAP 58 SNOW AND ROCK 123 SOCIAL 69 SOCIAL ECONOMY BRISTOL 149 SOFA PROJECT 154, 155 SOLO PIZZA 99 SOMA 58 SOMERSET CCC 59 SOUK KITCHEN 95, 105 SOUKOUS 123, 126, 127, 187 SOUNDS INTERNATIONAL 121 SOURCE 111 SOURDOUGH CAFÉ 107 SOUTH WEST SCREEN 150 SOUTHBANK 42 SOUTHMEAD HOSPITAL 140 SOUTHVILLE CENTRE 140 SOUTHVILLE CENTRE CAFÉ 105 SOUTHVILLE DELI 111 SPACE 137 SPARK 150 SPICE OF INDIA 97 SPICE ROUTE 105, 107 SPICE UP YOUR LIFE 107 SPIKE ISLAND 58 SPIKE ISLAND CAFE 105 SPIRE BRISTOL 140 SPORTSMAN 84 SPOTTED COW 84 SPYGLASS BARBECUE & GRILL 93 SQUARE 53, 69 SQUARE KITCHEN 93 ST BONAVENTURE’S SOCIAL CLUB 42 ST CHRISTOPHER’S INN 148 ST GEORGE’S BRISTOL 42 ST JAMES WINE VAULTS 37, 39 ST NICHOLAS MARKET 111, 121, 122 ST NICK’S GAELIC FOOTBALL CLUB 145 ST PAULS CARNIVAL 16 ST STEPHEN’S CAFÉ 105 ST WERBURGHS CITY FARM CAFÉ 105 STA TRAVEL 148 STABLES BISTRO 93 STAG AND HOUNDS 82, 85, 183 STANFORDS 118
STAR & DOVE 85 STAR & GARTER 85 STAR FISH BAR 108 STAR INN 74 START THE BUS 37, 42, 49, 69 STEEP HOLM ISLAND 140 STOKE BISHOP FISH BAR 108 STOKES THE GREENGROCERS 110 STONEHENGE 140 STOP BRISTOL AIRPORT EXPANSION 149 STRADA 99, 100 STUDENTS OF FAITH 155 STUDIO 137 STUDIO ONE AT CINEMA DE LUX 95 SUB 13 63 SUBWAY 106, 108, 109 SUGARLOAF 85 SULIS PIZZA 106 SUPAKART 143 SURAKHAN 95 SUSTRANS 147 SUZY CONDRAD 37 SW71 124 SWIFT MUSIC 123 SWINDON DANCE 53 SWNS 150 SYNDICATE 49
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T&PA MURRAY BUTCHERS 111 TAHIKI 69 TAI PAN 101 TAKE FIVE CAFÉ 105 TALBOT & ANNIE’S KITCHEN 86 TAMPOPO 90, 100, 189 TANTAN 96 TANTRA COMPUTERS 123 TAP & BARREL 85 TASTE OF CHINA 108 TATTOO STUDIO 123, 133 TEA TIME 103 TEAHOUSE EMPORIUM 103 TEAM BATH (NETBALL) 59 TEAMSPORT 143 TEMPLE GATE DOJO 140 TEOHS 101, 111 TERRENCE HIGGINS TRUST 59, 151 TESS 153 TGI FRIDAY’S (BATH) 85 TGI FRIDAY’S (BRISTOL) 86 THAI BALCONY 101 THAI BALCONY MINI MART 110 THAI BASIL 101 THAI BY THE WEIR 101 THAI CLASSIC 101 THAI EDGE 101 THE BEAT GOES ON 115 THEATRE ROYAL BATH 42, 51, 53 THEATRE VAULTS RESTAURANT 87 THEKLA 13, 37, 42, 49, 70, 191 THERMAE BATH SPA 140 THIS IS BATH & THIS IS BRISTOL 148 THREE CANE WHALE 37 THREE TUNS 83, 85, 187 THUNDERBOLT 42, 85 TIFFINS 105, 108 TIGRESS PRODUCTIONS LTD 150 TIKI 70, 95, 93 TIKKA FLAME 97 TILLEYS BISTRO 88 TIMBUK2 44, 49, 187 TIME OUT 103 TIMES CHELTENHAM LITERATURE FESTIVAL 118 TINTO LOUNGE 70 TOBACCO FACTORY 42, 52, 53, 54, 58, 187 TOBACCO FACTORY CAFÉ-BAR 105 TOBACCO FACTORY MARKET 111 TONI AND GUY 129 TONY’S CARIBBEAN FOOD 111 TOPPING & COMPANY 116 TOPSHOP AND TOPMAN 124, 127 TOTAL FITNESS 144 TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE 123 TOVEY’S SEAFOODS 111 TOWNS 37 TRAFFIC PEOPLE 124 TRAMSHED 62, 87 TRANSFORM 149 TRANSITION CITY BRISTOL 149 TRAVEL BRISTOL 148 TRAVEL MOOD 148 TRAVELINE 147 TREASURE ISLAND SWEETS 111 TREBLEROCK 123 TRETHOWAN’S DAIRY SHOP 108, 111 TRINITY CENTRE 39, 42, 49 TUBE DINER 105 TUMERIC 97 TUMI 115 TUNNELS 42 TWENTIETH CENTURY FLICKS 123 TWERTON CHIPPY 106 TYNTESFIELD 140 TYRELLS AT THE GRAND 93
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UNCLE SAM’S 127 UNDERCOVER ROCK 142 UNIVERSITY OF BATH SPORTS TRAINING VILLAGE 137 UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL BOTANIC GARDEN 142 UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL CENTRE FOR SPORT, EXERCISE & HEALT 140 UPFEST GALLERY 58 URBAN OUTFITTERS 124, 127 URBAN WOOD 93
USTINO 51, 53 UTTAM LONDO 124 UWE ACCOMMODATION OFFICE 150
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V CARS 147 VALENTINO 100 VELO LOUNGE 63 VENUE PUBLISHING 150 VENUE’S MUSICIANS GUIDE 151 VICTIM SUPPORT 151 VICTORIA (CLIFTON) 85 VICTORIA (ST WERBURGHS) 85 VICTORIA ART GALLERY 57, 141 VICTORIA FALLS ADVENTURE GOLF 143 VICTORIA PARK 85 VIEW 58 VILLAGE 123 VILLAGE POTTERY 105, 153 VILLAGER 93 VINCE’S ITALIAN PASTA & PIZZA 108 VINCENZO’S PIZZA HOUSE 100 VINTAGE & RARE GUITARS 121 VITO’S 99 VITTORIA 85 VOLUNTEER BRISTOL 151 VOLUNTEER RIFLEMAN’S ARMS 74 VOM FASS 110 VUE (CRIBBS CAUSEWAY) 55 VUE (LONGWELL GREEN) 55
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WAGAMAMA (BATH) 101 WAGAMAMA (BRISTOL) 101 WAI YEE HONG SUPERMARKET 111 WALKABOUT 85 WANTED RECORDS 115 WARDROBE THEATRE 52, 53 WATER SKY BRISTOL 87 WATERSHED 55, 123, 151 WATERSHED CAFE-BAR 71, 93 WATERSTONE’S (BATH) 116 WATERSTONE’S (BRISTOL) 118 WEAPON OF CHOICE 58 WEBBS OF WARMLEY 144 WEIR LOUNGE 46 WELLINGTON 85 WELLOW TREKKING CENTRE 143 WELLS CATHEDRAL 140 WELSH BACK SQUASH & HEALTH CLUB 140 WELSH NATIONAL OPERA 42 WESLEY OWEN 116, 118 WEST THAI KITCHENS AT THE OLD FISHMARKET 101 WEST:GATE 74 WESTBURY PARK TAVERN 85 WESTCOM (SW) LTD 123 WESTERN COMPUTER 151 WESTONBIRT ARBORETUM 140 WET & WINDY 142 WH SMITH (BATH) 116 WH SMITH (BRISTOL) 118 WHITE BEAR 85 WHITE HART (BATH) 74, 148 WHITE HART (BRISTOL) 85 WHITE LION 85 WHITE LION BAR & TERRACE 71 WHOLE BAGEL 110 WICKHAM THEATRE 52 WIDCOMBE HOME BREW 109, 110 WILD CAFÉ 103 WILD OATS 111 WILD WINGS 148 WILDFOWL & WETLANDS TRUST 140 WILDSCREEN 16 WILDSCREEN FESTIVAL 55 WILTSHIRE MUSIC CENTRE 42 WINDMILL 85 WINDMILL HILL CITY FARM 105 WING CHUN ACADEMY 140 WONGS 87 WONKY! 59 WOODCHESTER MANSION 140 WOODLANDS CHRISTIAN CENTRE 155 WOODLANDS GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB 143 WOODS 71, 88 WORKING FOR THE CLAMPDOWN 149 WORKS|PROJECTS 58 WYEDEAN CANOE AND ADVENTURE CENTRE 142
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YAK YETI YAK 96 YE OLD FARMHOUSE 74 YE SHAKESPEARE 85 YELLOW SHOP 124 YEN SUSHI 100 YMCA 103 YO! SUSHI (BATH) 100 YO! SUSHI (BRISTOL) 100 YOU LIFESTYLE SALON 133 YOYO BURGER 108 YUM YUM THAI (BATH) 101 YUM YUM THAI (BRISTOL) 101 YUMI 127
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ZAK’S SANDWICH BAR 108 ZARA 127 ZAZU’S KITCHEN 93, 105 ZEN HARBOURSIDE 87, 92 ZERO G 144 ZERODEGREES 71, 93 ZEST BISTRO 88 ZIO’S 100 ZIZZI 100
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