Clifton Hill House, Bristol

Name: Clifton Hill House
Address: Lower Clifton Hill, Bristol, United Kingdom

#194 among attractions in Bristol

Georgian architecture, Thomas Paty

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Facts and practical information

Clifton Hill House is a grade I listed Palladian villa in the Clifton area of Bristol, England. It was the first hall of residence for women in south-west England in 1909 due to the efforts of May Staveley. It is still used as a hall of residence by the University of Bristol. ()

Completed: 1750 (274 years ago)Architectural style: Palladian architectureCoordinates: 51°27'12"N, 2°36'47"W

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Lower Clifton HillClifton EastBristol United Kingdom

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Clifton Hill House – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Bristol Museum & Art Gallery, Whiteladies Road, SS Great Britain, Park Street.

0.4 miNE
Museum, Art museum, History museum
Bristol Museum & Art Gallery, Bristol
11 min walk • Bristol Museum & Art Gallery, nestled in the heart of the vibrant city of Bristol in the United Kingdom, is a cultural treasure trove that beckons visitors from near and far. This esteemed institution, which houses an eclectic collection spanning natural history, art...
0.4 miN
Shopping, Shopping district
Whiteladies Road, Bristol
11 min walk • Whiteladies Road is a vibrant shopping and leisure district located in the heart of Bristol, United Kingdom. This bustling thoroughfare is synonymous with a diverse shopping experience, offering both high-street brands and independent boutiques to its visitors.
~1830 ftSE
Living museum on Brunel's iron steamship
SS Great Britain, Bristol
9 min walk • The SS Great Britain, a majestic vestige of maritime engineering, stands proudly in the city of Bristol, United Kingdom. Launched in 1843, this revolutionary iron-hulled steamship was designed by the esteemed engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel.
0.4 miNE
Shopping, Shopping district
Park Street, Bristol
11 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Bristol, United Kingdom, Park Street is a vibrant and bustling shopping district known for its eclectic mix of independent shops, boutiques, and eateries. With its steep incline and Georgian architecture, this iconic street offers both a...
~1430 ftE
Tower, Historical place, Observation decks and towers
Cabot Tower, Bristol
7 min walk • Perched atop the lush slopes of Brandon Hill, Cabot Tower stands as a proud emblem of Bristol's historical and maritime heritage. This 32-meter high tower, constructed from red sandstone and Bath stone, offers panoramic views of the city and harborside, enchanting...
0.4 miNE
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Royal West of England Academy, Bristol
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Bristol, the Royal West of England Academy (RWA) stands as a prestigious beacon of art and culture. As the city’s first art gallery, the RWA, founded in 1844, holds the distinction of being one of the United Kingdom's oldest regional art...
0.4 miN
Music and shows, Nightlife, Music venue
Victoria Rooms, Bristol
10 min walk • The Victoria Rooms, also known as the Vic Rooms, houses the University of Bristol's music department in Clifton, Bristol, England, on a prominent site at the junction of Queens Road and Whiteladies Road.
~1390 ftSE
Baths
Jacobs Wells Baths, Bristol
7 min walk • Jacobs Wells Baths, formally called Hotwells Public Baths, is a former public baths on Jacob's Wells Road, Bristol. Built in 1889 and designed by Bristol City Surveyor Josiah Thomas, the baths closed in the late 1970s and were converted in the 1980s into a community managed dance centre, which closed in 2016.
~290 ftSW
Park, Georgian architecture
Goldney Hall, Bristol
2 min walk • Goldney Hall is a self-catered hall of residence in the University of Bristol. It is one of three in the Clifton area of Bristol, England. The hall occupies part of the grounds of Goldney House, built in the 18th century and remodelled in the 1860s.
0.4 miW
Church
Hope Chapel, Bristol
11 min walk • Hope Chapel is home to Hope Community Church in Hotwells, Bristol, England. It is a Grade II listed building.
~1820 ftSE
Ship
Matthew Ship, Bristol
9 min walk • Matthew was a caravel sailed by John Cabot in 1497 from Bristol to Newfoundland, North America. There are two modern replicas – one in Bristol, England and one in Bonavista, Newfoundland.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Clifton Hill House?

Nearby attractions include Goldney Hall, Bristol (2 min walk), Buckingham Baptist Chapel, Bristol (7 min walk), Berkeley Crescent, Bristol (7 min walk), Jacobs Wells Baths, Bristol (7 min walk).

How to get to Clifton Hill House by public transport?

The nearest stations to Clifton Hill House:

Bus

Victoria Square • Lines: 8, 9 (5 min walk)
Students Union • Lines: 8, 9 (7 min walk)

Ferry

Mardyke • Lines: Hotwells-Centre (8 min walk)
Capricorn Quay (8 min walk)

Train

SS Great Britain (13 min walk)
Butterfly Junction (15 min walk)