Bristol is a major city located in South West England, United Kingdom. It lies about 190 km (118 miles) west of London and around 48 km (30 miles) northeast of Bath.
The city is known for its maritime history, vibrant cultural scene, and iconic suspension bridge. You can easily reach Bristol by train, bus, or car from London and nearby cities.
Bristol City - Facts
Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
Country | England |
Region | South West |
County status | 1,373 |
Location | South west of England |
Status | City, county and unitary authority |
Coordinates | 51°27′N 2°35′W |
Government | Unitary authority |
Area | 110 km2 (40 sq mi) |
Population (2017) | 463,400 (Ranked 10th district and 43rd ceremonial county) |
Demonym(s) | Bristolian |
Time zone | GMT (UTC), • Summer (DST) UTC+1 (BST) |
Postcode | BS |
Area codes | 0117, 01275 |
ISO 3166 code | GB-BST |
Climate | oceanic |
Stadium | The Memorial Stadium |
Bristol Railway Stations | Bristol Temple Meads, Great Western Railway |
Airport | Bristol Airport (BRS) |
Website | www.bristol.gov.uk |