Hotwells, Bristol

Name: Hotwells
Address: Bristol, United Kingdom

#301 among attractions in Bristol

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Facts and practical information

Hotwells is a district of the English port city of Bristol. It is located to the south of and below the high ground of Clifton, and directly to the north of the Floating Harbour. The southern entrance to the Avon Gorge, which connects the docks to the sea, lies at the western end of Hotwells. The eastern end of the area is at the roundabout where Jacobs Well Road meets Hotwell Road. Hotwells is split between the city wards of Clifton, and Hotwells and Harbourside. ()

Area: 99.2 acres (0.155 mi²)Coordinates: 51°26'57"N, 2°37'11"W

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Clifton (Clifton Wood)Bristol United Kingdom

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Hotwells – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Clifton Suspension Bridge, SS Great Britain, Ashton Gate Stadium, Clifton Observatory.

0.5 miNW
Iconic Victorian bridge and symbol of city
Clifton Suspension Bridge, Bristol
14 min walk • Spanning the picturesque Avon Gorge and the River Avon, the Clifton Suspension Bridge stands as an iconic landmark in the city of Bristol, United Kingdom. This magnificent feat of engineering, designed by the celebrated Victorian engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel, has...
0.5 miE
Living museum on Brunel's iron steamship
SS Great Britain, Bristol
13 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.
0.6 miS
Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums, Sport
Ashton Gate Stadium, Bristol
17 min walk • Ashton Gate Stadium stands as a prominent landmark in Bristol, United Kingdom, and has long been a bastion of sports and entertainment in the city. As a versatile sports venue, it has been the home ground of Bristol City Football Club since its inception in 1904...
0.6 miNW
Tower, Historical place, Observation decks and towers
Clifton Observatory, Bristol
15 min walk • Perched high on the cliffs of Clifton in Bristol, United Kingdom, the Clifton Observatory is a historic tower that offers some of the most breathtaking views of the city and the sprawling landscape beyond. This iconic building, originally constructed in 1766, was...
0.5 miNW
Nature, Natural attraction, Canyon
Avon Gorge, Bristol
14 min walk • Nestled within the bustling city of Bristol, United Kingdom, the Avon Gorge stands as a magnificent natural wonder that captivates both locals and tourists alike. This dramatic canyon, carved out by the River Avon, presents a striking contrast to the urban landscape...
~910 ftSE
Museum
Hydraulic engine house, Bristol
5 min walk • The Hydraulic engine house is part of the "Underfall Yard" in Bristol Harbour in Bristol, England. The octagonal brick and terracotta chimney of the engine house dates from 1888, and is grade II* listed, as is the hydraulic engine house itself. It replaced the original pumping house which is now The Pump House public house.
0.5 miE
Baths
Jacobs Wells Baths, Bristol
14 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.
~1860 ftNE
Park, Georgian architecture
Goldney Hall, Bristol
9 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 miN
Nightlife
The Coronation Tap, Bristol
12 min walk • The Coronation Tap is a ciderhouse, a pub that specialises in serving cider, in the Clifton suburb of the English city of Bristol. The Coronation Tap, or Cori to regulars, has existed under that name for at least two hundred years.
~880 ftNW
Church
Hope Chapel, Bristol
5 min walk • Hope Chapel is home to Hope Community Church in Hotwells, Bristol, England. It is a Grade II listed building.
0.5 miE
Ship
Matthew Ship, Bristol
13 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 Hotwells?

Nearby attractions include Cumberland Basin, Bristol (1 min walk), Tower Belle, Bristol (3 min walk), Church of Holy Trinity, Bristol (4 min walk), Dowry Square, Bristol (4 min walk).

How to get to Hotwells by public transport?

The nearest stations to Hotwells:

Ferry

Pumphouse • Lines: Hotwells-Centre (4 min walk)
Nova Scotia Place • Lines: Hotwells-Centre (5 min walk)

Bus

Cumberland Basin • Lines: m2 (5 min walk)
SS Great Britain • Lines: m2 (10 min walk)

Train

Butterfly Junction (5 min walk)
SS Great Britain (16 min walk)