Avon Bridge, Bristol

Name: Avon Bridge
Address: Bristol, United Kingdom

#315 among attractions in Bristol

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The Avon Bridge is a railway bridge over the River Avon in Brislington, Bristol, England. It was built in 1839 by Isambard Kingdom Brunel and has been designated by Historic England as a Grade I listed building. The contract was originally awarded to William Ranger, who fell behind with the build and had his construction plant seized so the Great Western Railway company could finish construction. Ranger started legal proceedings against the company, but they were eventually quashed by Lord Cranworth. ()

Coordinates: 51°26'59"N, 2°33'28"W

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Lawrence HillBristol United Kingdom

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Day trips

Avon Bridge – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Cabot Circus, Bristol and Bath Railway Path, Arno's Court Triumphal Arch, Circomedia.

1.3 miNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Cabot Circus, Bristol
34 min walk • Cabot Circus is a beacon of modern shopping in the heart of Bristol, United Kingdom. Opened in September 2008, this contemporary shopping centre has quickly become a go-to destination for locals and visitors alike, looking to indulge in retail therapy.
0.9 miNW
Hiking trail, Hiking
Bristol and Bath Railway Path, Bristol
22 min walk • Nestled between the historic cities of Bristol and Bath, the Bristol and Bath Railway Path offers a tranquil escape into the scenic beauty of the English countryside. This popular hiking trail is more than just a route for outdoor enthusiasts; it's a green artery that...
0.5 miS
Memorial
Arno's Court Triumphal Arch, Bristol
15 min walk • Arno's Court Triumphal Arch is an 18th-century monument in Junction Road, Brislington, Bristol, England.
1.4 miNW
Concerts and shows, Theater
Circomedia, Bristol
36 min walk • Circomedia is a school for contemporary circus and physical theatre based in Bristol, England. The school offers a variety of training courses and workshops that teach circus skills in the context of physical theatre, performance and creativity.
0.6 miNW
51°27'19"N • 2°34'9"W
The Climbing Academy, Bristol
16 min walk • Classes and workshops, Climbing, Game and entertainment center
0.7 miSW
Cemetery, Park
Arnos Vale Cemetery, Bristol
20 min walk • Arnos Vale Cemetery, in Arnos Vale, Bristol, England, was established in 1837. Its first burial was in 1839. The cemetery followed a joint-stock model, funded by shareholders. It was laid out as an Arcadian landscape with buildings by Charles Underwood.
1 miNW
Church
Trinity Centre, Bristol
25 min walk • The Trinity Centre, formerly the Holy Trinity Church, in St Jude's, Bristol is designated by English Heritage as a grade II* listed building. The building is protected by a covenant, which states that it is to only be used for community, arts, youth and education services.
0.9 miNE
Park
St George's Park, Bristol
24 min walk • St George Park is a park on the eastern edge of the inner city in Bristol, England, in St George. Built on land that was originally The Fire Engine Farm, the park had many architectural features.
~1660 ftW
Canal
Bristol Feeder Canal, Bristol
9 min walk • The Bristol Feeder Canal is a body of water in Bristol, England, that connects the Floating Harbour with the River Avon. It stretches from Netham Lock where it connects with the tidal Avon in the east, to Totterdown Basin where it connects to the Floating Harbour and the original course of the Avon in the west.
1.2 miW
Nightlife
Stag and Hounds Public House, Bristol
30 min walk • The Stag and Hounds is a grade II listed pub in Old Market, Bristol. The oldest parts of the building date to 1483, when it was probably as a private house. The current building is predominantly from the early 18th century, when it became a pub. It was partly rebuilt in the 1960s, and refurbished in 1987.
1.1 miW
Temple
Temple Quay, Bristol
29 min walk • Temple Quay is an area of mixed-use development in central Bristol, England. The project was initiated by Bristol Development Corporation in 1989, under the name Quay Point until 1995.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Avon Bridge?

Nearby attractions include Netham Lock, Bristol (6 min walk), Bristol Feeder Canal, Bristol (9 min walk), Barton Hill, Bristol (11 min walk), St Philip's Marsh, Bristol (14 min walk).

How to get to Avon Bridge by public transport?

The nearest stations to Avon Bridge:

Bus

Heber Street • Lines: 43 (15 min walk)
Edward Street • Lines: 43 (16 min walk)

Train

Lawrence Hill (18 min walk)
Bristol Temple Meads (25 min walk)