Locations
The Guildhall, Small Street
The former Crown Court building, this Grade II listed building was built in the 1840s by Richard Shackleton Pope. The assize courts were attached to the rear.
Read More »The Nails
Four bronze tables are located outside the exchange on Corn Street, probably modeled after mobile tables which were taken to trade fairs and markets. Before the Corn Exchange was built in the 18th century, the tables — called nails — were located in the...
Read More »The Nails Market
Every Friday and Saturday on Corn Street and Wine Street 10am to 5pm. Local independent traders selling a fantastic array of gifts, from original artwork and photography to handcrafted jewellery and vintage clothing.
Read More »Bristol Book Market
The first Sunday of every month on Wine Street 10am until 4pm. This small but well-formed market offers customers the chance to hunt out their favourite authors, and browse the hundreds of titles on offer. This market was only launched in October 2010...
Read More »St Nicholas Church, St Nicholas Street
The present church is probably the fourth building on this site. It is very close to the original quayside on the Avon, which explains the dedication to St Nicholas, the patron saint of sailors. The crypt of the church, built in about 1400, still remains...
Read More »Christ Church
Probably the third church on this site, with regular services; re-built after demolition in 1786 – but going back to Norman times. The brightly coloured Quarter Jacks or Quarter Boys are a survival from the original church. Every quarter hour the figures...
Read More »Bristol Farmers’ and Producers’ Market
Bristol Farmers’ and Producers’ Market is held every Wednesday, (from 7th June 2017) from 8:00am to 2:30pm. in Old City's Corn Street and Wine Street, around the historic four Nails on which Bristolians traditionally sealed their dealings. The award...
Read More »The Lanes & Rock n Bowl Hostel
Forget 10 pin bowling past, The Lanes Bristol is not your normal bowling alley. Our venue combines the fun of bowling in a great venue, complete with pizzeria, laneside bar serving craft beers and hard shakes plus we host a range of fun club and band...
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