Bishopsworth, Bristol

Flower Delivery to Bishopsworth with Clare Florist

Bishopsworth is the name given to both a council ward and suburb in Bristol, with the suburb lying within the ward. Apart from the suburb of Bishopsworth, the same-name ward is also comprised of Bedminster Down, Highridge and Withywood.

Bishopsworth – The Suburb

Formerly a civil parish, the suburb of Bishopsworth is largely residential. Historically, it was the thing of Bishport in the parish of Bedminster in Somerset.

From 1894 to 1898, the rural southern parts of Bedminster became the civil parish of Bedminister Without. This parish was then abolished in 1898 to become parts of the parishes of Bristol and Bishopsworth.

In 1930 and 1933, Bristol absorbed a large portion of the civil parish. However, it was abolished in 1951 when it was mostly absorbed into Bristol.

The ecclesiastical parish of Bedminster Down was established in 1928 as a response to the development in the area. It was created from the north of Bishopsworth. Years after, the ecclesiastical parishes of Hartcliffe and Withywood were also created.

The municipal services of the suburb are run by the Bristol City Council. On the other hand, the Bristol South and West Primary Care Trust manage the local health services.

Attractions

Church – a Neo-Norman structure dedicated to St Peter and was the work of Samuel Charles Fripp. The building is listed as Grade II.

Bishopsworth Manor – constructed around 1720 and is a Grade II listed building. The late Denis Bristow owned the property during the 70s and the 80s. Much of its present state is owed to the restoration works he had done on the place.

Although this property has an early 18th century formal garden, it is not open to the public. That said, you might have to look elsewhere if you want to see flowers in Bishopsworth.

School House – a Tudor Revival structure which has attached school rooms. It's a Grade II listed property.

Chestnut Court – a Georgian-style structure built during the 18th century.

Bishopsworth – The Council Ward

Bedminster Down – much of this area was built during the 1930s and is mostly built over coal mines.

Withywood – located on the southern border of Bristol, between Hartcliffe and Bishopsworth. Withywood is a large estate that began in the 1950s.

There are a number of primary schools in this area, including Fair Furlong, Four Aces, Merchants Academy and St Pius. All of these schools have large sports fields and grounds. In addition, the Withywood district has its own “University” where studying and lectures happen.

A number of shops can be found along Queen's Road. The same is true in Four Acres Road.

There are also a couple of public houses, including Queens Head and Elm Tree. Shopping can be done at The Junction while entertainment is offered at Cineworld.

In and Around Bishopsworth

If you can't find any park or garden to see some Bishopsworth flowers, taking a trip nearby might just do it. Here's a list of places you can go to for blooms or to just have a leisurely time:

CREATE – Bristol's Environment Centre

Located about 2.4 miles away, this is a unique environment centre located in Cumberland Basin, which is close to the Clifton Suspension Bridge. The place can also be used for different events and exhibitions, which you can decorate with blooms. If you need specific blooms, you can always send flowers to Bishopsworth.

Brunel's ss Great Britain

This is the steam ship is a remnant of the Victorian times where it was a passenger liner.

Bristol's Georgian House

A great example of a town house.

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