Student Accommodation in Bristol
Bristol Etymology - Where Does the Name Bristol Come From?
Bristol originated from an old English word “Brycgstow” which means “place at the bridge”.
What Is Bristol famous for?
Bristol Location
Bristol is around two hours and 20 minutes away from London with a total distance of 117.7 mi/188km by car. Using the underground, it will take around an hour and 40 minutes from Bristol Temple Meads station to Paddington station.
Why Book Student Accommodation in Bristol?
The city’s total population is estimated to be more than half a million with almost 50,000 students inside the city. Bristol is a real treasure for students thanks to its high-level language institutions, colleges, and universities; for example, the City of Bristol College, University of Bristol, and the University of the West of England. It is also only 90 minutes away from London which makes it a central and important location for students looking to experience more than just studying in the city.
Bristol also has a lot of free and cheap things you can do as a student to enjoy your time. Bristol City Museum is one of the places that you can visit; it is in the heart of the University district of Bristol and it includes everything from the normal stuffed animals to Egyptian mummies and art galleries and exhibitions. The museum also has a small cafe in front of the kids' area for a quick cup of coffee during your visit. The Clifton suspension bridge is the landmark of the city and it is, of course, free if you wish to visit the bridge and walk around it, you can. You should try and visit Clifton Village; it is a beautiful village that is just a 5-minute drive from the city, a quick visit won’t cost much and you can visit the Clifton Observatory and the Zoo while you are there.
Bristol Climate
Weather and Temperature
The average temperature is 10.4 °C | 50.8 °F. Heavy rainfall is present throughout the year. February is considered to be the driest month in Bristol while the heaviest rainfall happens in October. July is the warmest with an average temperature of 16.9 °C | 62.4 °F and February is the coldest with an average temperature of 5.0 °C | 41.0 °F. Make sure when booking your student accommodation in Bristol to ask if there are available heating systems.
What to Pack and Bristol Local Timing
Pack the basics for any cold weather as you find it fitting. Rain gear is a must in Bristol as the rainfall is continuous throughout the year. Thermals, scarves, jackets, coats, gloves, and heat preserving shoes are your best friends. GMT is Bristol’s local timing so you need to keep this in mind when booking your travels and student accommodation in Bristol.
Is Bristol Rural or Urban?
Bristol is urban. Closeby rural areas can be found in Gloucestershire, the countryside near the city.
What are Some Must-Visit Places in Bristol?
Bristol has a lot of festivals some of which are international and fun to visit. Bristol Balloon Fiesta is one of these festivals; it attracts hot air balloons from all over the world and it is the largest hot air balloon festival in Europe. It is held yearly in August. Another good festival is the Bristol Harbour Festival; It is the biggest festival in the city and it’s been ongoing for more than 45 years now. It includes a great combination of music stages, food markets, water display teams, dance areas, and circus acts.
Universities in Bristol
3- University of the West of England, Bristol
4- University of the West of England Bristols International
5- University of the West of England (UWE), Bristol’s International College
6- University of Law - Bristol
Transportation In Bristol
If you intend to live in Bristol as a student, you are definitely concerned about transportations. First Bus is the main bus operator in Bristol with many bus stops close to university campuses. Traveline is a good app you can use to plan your transportations inside the city and if you are a cycling lover, you can plan your cycling trip and check the maps for cycling roads on betterbike website. There are also a number of boat companies that operate in Bristol: Bristol Ferry Boats is the most popular of them.
Famous Neighbourhoods For Student Accommodation in Bristol
Clifton, Dighton St, Colston Avenue, Marlborough Street, Hotwell Rd, Colston Avenue, Tailor's Ct, Baldwin Street.
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