Schmap.com supports the following browsers:
PC
 Accessories for every occasion |
67 Broadmead Broadmead Bristol BS1 3DX United Kingdom +44 117 929 9097 http://www.accessorize.co.uk |
Ladies, you know those little things that really pull an outfit together? Well, you'll find them all here - hence the name. This is a great place to come to dress up something already in your wardrobe with a funky belt, shawl or scarf. They keep a particularly good selection of hats - warm velvet and woollen ones during the winter season and straw sun hats in the summer. There's also a wide range of fashion jewellery, soft floaty scarves and wraps, handbags and even feather boas, all displayed in various colour co-ordinated sections. Those with long hair will love their range of sparkling hair grips, slides, bands and scrunchies. And let's not forget the all-important final touches - taken care of by their make-up and nail polish range. There is another branch at The Mall at Cribbs Causeway. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: wcities |
 Sleek and stylish jewellery |
9 All Saints Lane St Nicholas Market Bristol BS1 1JH United Kingdom |
This small unit, inside quaint St Nicholas Market, contains a wonderful selection of stylish, designer jewellery, most of which is actually made in the shop. You can watch the owner create pieces behind the counter. The window displays are full of bracelets, necklaces, earrings and rings of gold, white gold and silver, with precious and semi-precious stones (amber, jade, moonstone and turquoise), as well as some of the less common stones (jasper and onyx). There's a particularly good selection of Art Deco-inspired items. If you don't see anything you fancy - which is highly unlikely - individual items of jewelery can be custom-made, just ask. Access to the shop involves a step, so is restricted for wheelchair users. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Planes, trains and automobiles, in miniature |
8 Fairfax Street Bristol BS1 3DB United Kingdom +44 117 927 3744 |
This store is a model-enthusiast's dream come true! It's packed with all types of model kits and ready-made replicas of various forms of transport. There's a massive selection of model vehicles, from tiny matchbox minis, through Formula One racing cars, to enormous (relatively speaking of course) shiny, remote control oil tankers. Airplanes are equally well-represented, with kits for jumbo jets to spitfires. As for trains, there's absolutely everything for model railways, from the locomotives and track right down to the tiny people for standing on the platform. All paints and brushes etc. needed to decorate your models are also for sale. They also sell historical figures and accessories - plinths for figurines and small electrical components. Everything required for the serious model maker, in fact. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: wcities |
 A great day's shopping! |
St Philips Causeway Bristol BS2 0SP United Kingdom +44 (0)870 444 0654 (Tourist Information Centre) |
The Avonmead Retail Park provides both shopping and entertainment on one large, pleasantly sprawling site. The Showcase Multiplex Cinema sits beside a spacious ten-pin bowling complex, and for dining out there's TGI Friday's American restaurant, McDonalds and a Deep Pan Pizza here. Shops include a couple of large electrical stores, both usually trying to outdo the other in price cuts - it's possible to find real bargains here — Boots, and Staples the office supplier. Fashion is provided by Outfit and Brantano Footwear. There is plenty of parking space, and the Retail Park is close to the large local Sainsbury's supermarket, making this a convenient place to shop no matter what you're after. Payment methods vary by shops. Review © 2007, Wcities |
|
Classic middle-of-the-road store |
39-46 Broadmead Bristol BS1 3HB United Kingdom +44 117 929 2261 |
BHS is a bit of a British institution. You wouldn't expect to find wildly exciting and innovative stuff in here, but what you can expect are basics of high quality at reasonable prices. They have recently revamped their image somewhat with the help of various big-name designers, who have created lines of clothing or stylish home-accessories for them. So, definitely worth a look for designer-inspired gear at department store prices. It's also a good place to get kids' clothes and if you find you've run out of underwear or need a cheap swimming costume whilst you're visiting the city, you'll be spoilt for choice. They also have a range of accessories, hats and footwear. Cold drinks and snacks to takeaway can be bought on the ground floor and there is a self-service restaurant if you need some sustenance after all that shopping. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: wcities |
 You never know what you might find |
Stalls 66-9 and 77, Corn Street St Nicholas Market Bristol BS1 1LJ United Kingdom +44 117 925 7277 |
Having expanded several times in recent years, this second-hand bookshop offers a vast selection of titles. There are enormous piles of general fiction (from trashy romances to highly respected modern authors) plus a number of featured subjects including art, theology, science, and other academic disciplines including classical literature - all of which overflow off the shelves, sit in piles on the floor and are even stacked up outside the shop in the market alleyways. Maps and sheet music are also bought and sold and a number of first editions and other rarities are also on offer. It's a great place to browse and the owner is one of those eccentric and friendly second-hand bookshop proprietors that have almost all died out - it's well-worth a visit. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: wcities |
|
For all your stationery needs |
25 St Stephen's Street Bristol BS1 1JY United Kingdom +44 117 927 7407 |
Blandfords is a long-established, comprehensive stationer right in the heart of Bristol's old centre. The shop stocks everything expected of such a store, from diaries, calendars and two different sizes of Filofax stationery and accessories, through pens and pencils, files and folders, to calculators - everything you need to get your life, or at least your schedule, into order. The proprietors have managed to cram an awful lot of stock into a relatively small area without it feeling claustrophobic - it's surprising quite what you can find, or what the staff can find for you! However, this does mean that the aisles are quite narrow, making movement very difficult for those in wheelchairs. Review © 2007, Wcities |
|
Large store selling brand-name shoes |
Avonmead Retail Park St Philips Causeway Bristol BS2 0SP United Kingdom +44 117 972 8147 |
This large store actually manages to make shoe-shopping a pleasure! The range of high quality products plays a large part in this - Clarks, Ikon, Lotus, Hush Puppies and Kookai are all represented and there's a section for the broader foot as well. Of particular significance is the children's section. Trained staff are on hand to measure the child's feet carefully and are more than willing to both give advice and offer assistance (and the children love their little play area!). The shoes are sturdy, very good quality and long-lasting, even with the tough treatment children dish out. It also stocks accessories - bags, gilets, socks and other footwear. For variety, quality, and good value for money, this is certainly a good place to go. Review © 2007, Wcities |
|
A Mecca for classical music lovers |
59 Broad Street Bristol BS1 2EJ United Kingdom +44 117 927 6536 |
As its name suggests, this is a specialist shop offering a comprehensive selection of classical music CDs—it's one of those now rare, slightly eccentric places where the staff's knowledge of all things classical is outstanding and the atmosphere is slightly esoteric. Although it's not large its considerable stock is well laid-out and clearly categorized, making browsing particularly convenient—they have a particularly good selection of opera. They also offer a mail order service. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: wcities |
|
Lots of big-name shops, under one roof |
69 Broadmead (Office) Bristol BS1 3DX United Kingdom +44 (0)117 925 7053 http://www.bristolbroadmead.co... |
Positioned right in the middle of the Broadmead shopping area, The Galleries Shopping Centre has more than 100 shops under its roof and plenty of car parking spaces. There are big names like Boots, Waterstones, zavvi, The Gap and WHSmiths, plus a few more quirky and individual outlets. Very popular is the large cut-price clothing store TK Maxx, selling various labels for bargain prices. There's also a large food area serving various different foods (Chinese, coffee, baked potatoes etc.) on the top floor—all floors are served by lifts and escalators. It's the city centre's answer to the massive shopping mall at Cribbs Causeway - but it has to be said that the older Galleries is not only smaller, but less slick and slightly more down-market. Despite that it has got a good number of decent shops inside and is definitely worth a visit. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Martin Griffiths |
 Photo: Fred Homewood |
 Photo: Insilgo |
|
For all your smoking needs |
35 Baldwin Street Bristol BS1 1RG United Kingdom +44 117 927 3676 |
The shop for the dedicated tobacco-fan, Wrigley's is filled with just about every type of tobacco imaginable, both loose and as packets of cigarettes and cigars. The shop also stocks all varieties of lighter, tobacco tins and pouches, cigarette papers of various kinds, pipe cleaners, cigarette and cigar holders, pipes of all descriptions - all the accessories a smoker could require in fact. Specialist shops such as Wrigley's are now in short supply, since smoking has become less socially acceptable, which is a pity, as they constitute a small part of the history of the UK, especially in Bristol, whose wealth owes much to the tobacco trade. So, visit while you still can! Review © 2007, Wcities |
|
Crystal gifts for all |
The Galleries Shopping Centre, Broadmead Bristol BS1 3XE United Kingdom +44 117 929 7466 http://www.crystalshop.co.uk |
This unusual shop, specialises in precious and semi-precious minerals. A wide variety of minerals are stocked, ranging in price from around £1 (for a tumble polished piece of hematite) to around £500 for a carved water agate Buddha. The stock changes regularly, so it's worthwhile ringing to see if they have anything new or special. Crystals also sells beautiful silver and semi-precious stone jewellery - amber, moonstone, turquoise, spectrolite - and occasionally provide unusual items, such as jade chopsticks. It's an ideal place to visit for an unique gift. Review © 2007, Wcities |
|
Department store that's on the up |
1-5 St James Barton Broadmead Bristol BS1 3LT United Kingdom http://www.debenhams.com |
Originally quite bland and old-fashioned, this vast store has updated its image and now attracts a younger, more fashion-conscious crowd, as well as its traditional devotees. This is largely thanks to the various outlet units on its three floors, such as Topshop, Oasis and Levis. Along with fashion for men, women and children, they sell a good range of china and glass - Wedgwood, Royal Doulton, Coalport as well as everyday kitchen items and glassware. There is a cafe on the ground floor serving light refreshments and a self service restaurant on the fourth floor. It's a particularly good place to come for cosmetics, as it houses a Clinique Beauty Station, as well as other counters from all the big names in the beauty world, complete with assistants offering make-overs and advice. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Keith Stanley |
 The latest styles in footwear |
The Galleries 91 Broadmead Bristol BS1 3DT United Kingdom +44 117 925 3367 |
There aren't too many good shoe shops in Bristol - go up Park Street and you'll find a couple of rather expensive, highly trendy outlets, but where to go if you're after funky footwear on a budget? Faith is the answer - it fills a gap in the city for those young women (nothing for men I'm afraid) looking for shoes to wear either at work, out clubbing or to formal occasions. The styles are versions of the latest fashions and occasionally some designs can look slightly clumpy and ungainly, but there are also some very dainty little numbers, including exotic-looking, strappy sandals and sparkly mules. But, it has to be said that its biggest sellers are the wedged-heels and high-heeled boots - the kind of thing you see hundreds of young females tottering about on in the city centre come Friday night, in fact! Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: wcities |
|
Buy local organic produce straight from the farm |
Corn Street Bristol BS1 1JQ United Kingdom +44 117 922 4017 http://visitbristol.co.uk/site... |
This rather wonderful and extremely popular market sells a wide range of organically produced, local produce. There's yoghurt, taboulleh, salads and sandwiches from the Radford Mill Farm stall, freshly pressed apple juice, delicious breads and cakes, honey from local beekeepers, herbs and wild flowers for your garden, free-range meats such as pork, venison, lamb, duck, and pates and sausages made from the same. Don't miss the fish stall, which sells absolutely divine smoked trout and salmon, fish cakes and smoked haddock chowder - there's always a queue. The stall-holders are extremely friendly and helpful, just ask them any question about their produce and they're happy to tell you more - even exactly which of their cows your pot of yoghurt came from! Get there early, it starts winding-down at around 1.30pm. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Paul Townsend |
|
Unisex Hairdresser |
8 St.Nicholas St Bristol BS1 1UQ United Kingdom |
Guy Fawkes Hairdressing opened in 1971 as Bristol's first unisex salon and has continued to live up to its reputation as a Centre for Technical Excellence by keeping up-to-date with the latest hair trends and technical services. This includes being the only salon in Bristol to offer TANAGRA, the Permanent Hair Repair Treatment system, as well as the advanced hair straightening system YUKO - and all complimented further by contemporary and traditional beauty treatments. The one-to-one client and stylist relationship is an essential part of the service, and you can take it from us that each client is given a professional and personalized service. Managed by Glenn Holmes, with 22 years experience in hair and make-up, the team has maintained its name and reputation as one of Bristol's best colour salons around. For needs that range from colouring to hair straightening, and also caring for Afro-Caribbean hair, Guy Fawkes can offer clients the best in every field. Review © 2007, Wcities |
|
A major chain with a reliably comprehensive stock |
21-23 Broadmead Bristol BS1 3HF United Kingdom +44 117 929 7467 |
Comprising two floors dedicated to all genres of music, this city centre store (there are over 100 nationwide) offers a wide range of music including that from all the top pop groups as well as more obscure dance and soul tracks, and indie/rock bands. That's probably why it's usually full of youngsters after the latest single, middle-aged folk after back-catalogue albums and the occasional aesthete after an rare box-set of Bulgarian opera - it's where almost everyone comes for their aural fix. They stock CDs, cassettes, DVDs and a good selection of videos and a few 12 inch singles, although vinyl is pretty rare in here. It also has a programme of special events, including album signings by artists and you can buy tickets for local gigs here too. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 A healthier way of life |
83 The Horsefair Broadmead Bristol BS1 3JP United Kingdom +44 117 929 3170 |
If you've got a cold and need some vitamin C, head here, to the nation's most accessible healthfood shop - they've got plenty of natural remedies, vitamin supplements, tablets and capsules for a whole range of conditions, deficiencies and remedial therapies. They also sell aromatherapy oils for massages and treatments for hair such as tea-tree oil. You can get some great health foods here too - soya milks, nuts and grains, dried fruit, frozen veggie sausages/burgers and a good range of snacks that are healthier than your average packet of crisps or chocolate bar. There are other branches at The Mall at Cribbs Causeway and Clifton Down Shopping Centre. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: wcities |
|
Large, classy store |
The Horsefair Broadmead Bristol BS1 3HT United Kingdom +870 160 7228 http://www.houseoffraser.co.uk |
Standing right in the heart of the city's shopping area, this is the biggest and most swish department store in town. Remember the old days when perfectly coiffured ladies breezed around spraying you with perfume? Well, they still exist here and the old fashioned maxim still applies that more or less whatever you need, you can find it here under one roof. There are five floors: ground floor is cosmetics, handbags, hats, shoes etc. and also houses a Clarins Beauty Studio; lower ground are where you'll find men's and boy's clothes; first floor it's womens wear, lingerie and swim wear; second floor is home wear and finally, the third floor houses furniture, toys and audio-visual equipment. There is also a cafe and a restaurant inside the store. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Andy Munzer  |
|
Dress up in Versace and Armani |
108 Broadmead Bristol BS1 3DN United Kingdom +44 117 922 0799 |
This is Bristol's only true designer clothes store, and is where all the city's rich, appearance-conscious folk come to dress up in expensive labels - they stock clothes by Armani, Dolce & Gabana, Versace and Firetrap, amongst others. Downstairs is the men's section, selling a large range of suits, shirts, trousers, jackets etc. and a few shoes. Upstairs is the much smaller women's section, which sells very glamorous and unique tops, skirts, dresses and trousers, plus a range of shoes and boots. Both floors only stock garments that are elegant, expensive-looking and it has to be said, slightly flashy. Expect to pay around £60 upwards for a top and around £100+ for shoes/boots. Review © 2007, Wcities |
|
Not just a shop, it's a British institution! |
78 Broadmead Broadmead Bristol BS1 3DS United Kingdom +44 117 927 2000 http://www.marks-and-spencer.com |
Marks & Spencer - the quintessential British department store and the nation's favorite place to buy its knickers! Mixing the traditional (twin-sets, slacks, cardigans etc.) with up-to-date fashions (a recent innovation that sees leather jackets, denim and sparkly, halter-necked clubbing tops on the shelves), it attempts to cater for everyone. One thing that has remained the same is the high quality, which is still a benchmark amongst retailers. There are all sorts of garments for both sexes (including some very good value suits), a fantastic lingerie selection, children's clothes, sportswear, shoes and toiletries. From the Food Hall you can buy basic groceries (more expensive than any other supermarket) plus gloriously indulgent foods, wines and chocolates. There is another branch, which also stocks larger household items, at Mall at Cribbs Causeway (The). Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: don pedro |
 Photo: whambrands |
 A nostalgic view of Bristol |
St Nicholas Market, Corn Street Bristol BS1 1JQ United Kingdom |
A thoroughly delightful place for the nostalgic. The stall deals primarily in beautiful, black and white, mostly mounted photographs of old Bristol. It's fascinating to find images of the way your home or place of work used to look. Of particular interest are the photographs of St Augustine's Parade, the centre of Bristol, showing how far the dock used to extend into what is now a pedestrianised area. It also sells a selection of gift items, including Jellycat soft toys, cute and quirky animals for kids of all ages and some fine examples of Bristol Blue Glass. Memories has also, recently, started stocking items made of Bath Aqua Glass (a beautiful pale turquoise colour reminiscent of the hue of the hot springs in this historic city). Review © 2007, Wcities |
|
Celtic jewellery and crafts |
St Nicholas Market Corn Exchange Bristol BS1 1JQ United Kingdom |
Orient Express specialises in bold and dramatic Celtic jewellery and other silver pieces - like the beautiful selection of flasks, of varying shapes and sized, designed to hold everything from the traditional whisky to cool and refreshing eau de cologne. High quality workmanship, attractive knotwork designs, and sturdy construction make it a good place to hunt down that special gift. The stall also sells chunky silver neck chains, silver bangles, clocks, and some very attractive watches, as well as replacement watch straps and batteries. Review © 2007, Wcities |
|
Outlet store for big name brands |
Avonmead Retail Park, St Philips Causeway Bristol BS2 0SP United Kingdom +44 117 971 4821 |
Outfit is an outlet for some prestigious names in the fashion world, amongst them Wallis and Warehouse (for women) and Lee and Wrangler (for men). The store is spacious, comfortable and shopping here is a real pleasure - a world away from the hassle of the high street. The prices tend to reflect the labels (this isn't the cheapest place to shop) but the quality is high, and it is possible to find some real bargains if you visit at the right time. It's nice to find clothes in colours other than what the designers have decreed are "in" this season, too! Well worth visiting - and re-visiting. Review © 2007, Wcities |
|
Mediterranean delicacies to delight |
40-42 Glass Arcade St Nicholas Market Bristol BS1 1LJ United Kingdom +44 117 909 9587 |
A very big favourite with Bristolians, this stall is piled high with large wooden barrels, all full of different kinds of olives - black, green, Kalamata, stuffed, plain or smothered in herbs and garlic. They also sell delicious home-made pesto and harissa sauces, feta cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, dolmades, couscous, artichoke hearts, pimientos and hummous. Buy to take home, or go for their bargain lunch offer - three items from the above, with granary bread or ciabatta. There's no seating, but a couple of minutes away is a quiet cobbled street called Welshback, where you can sit at the riverside wooden benches opposite Bar Med and watch the river traffic go by - usually a swan or two - as you enjoy a Mediterranean lunch, Bristol-style. Review © 2007, Wcities |
|
Old market tradition |
Corn Street Bristol BS1 1JQ United Kingdom +44 (0)117 922 4017 |
This 250 year-old market is divided into three parts—Exchange Hall, Glass Arcade and Covered Market—each with a slightly different focus. The Exchange Hall is the only part completely enclosed and contains a wide variety of stalls selling clothes, candles, jewellery, second-hand books, crockery and sweets. It also houses a cafe and even a resident psychic! Glass Arcade features Real Olive Company, and South west Fine Foods and a selection of vegetables, flowers, food and vintage clothing. Covered Market offers second-hand book shops, a milliner's, cafes, jewellery and a computer repair unit. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Steve Chapple |
 Photo: Dru Marland |
 Photo: Graham Tait |
 Photo: Balas Trychydts Mark |
 Photo: Margaret Richardson |
 Photo: Andrea Piscopo |
 Photo: Nick Bartlett |
 Photo: junkyard_dog28 |
 Photo: Normann |
 Photo: Carlos Leira |
 Photo: MG/4 |
 Photo: Sarah Wimperis |
 Photo: Geoff Burns |
|
Not stationery, but official books and documents |
Southey House, 33 Wine Street Bristol BS1 2BQ United Kingdom +44 117 926 4306 |
This place is also known as the HMSO bookshop - which stands for Her Majesty's Stationery Office - which should give you a clue as to what's inside. It specialises in non-fiction, in particular official documents relating acts of parliament. Not especially exciting, but don't write it off just yet - it also offers a good range of Ordnance Survey maps, business titles, teacher's curriculum documents, guide books (including geology) and a very good local history section - so head here if you want to learn more about Bristol's past. There is also a good selection of user-friendly titles on computing and software. If history is your thing, look out for the series of recently published documents from official archives, relating to subjects such as the "Irish Uprising" and "The Loss of the Titanic". Review © 2007, Wcities |
|
Large cut-price fashion retailer |
The Galleries Center, 31/32 Castle Gallery Broadmead Bristol BS1 3XE United Kingdom +44 117 930 4404 |
Don't visit TK Maxx unless you've got hours to browse—it's addictive! There's a huge range of clothes and underwear for men, women and children—the store is split into sections such as co-ordinates, formal wear, active wear, designer labels (not too many of these), underwear, sportswear and footwear. There are also accessories, gifts, household goods and a good selection of luggage, briefcases, back packs and sports holdalls. You can certainly find some amazing bargains if you're prepared to hunt for them, but will encounter an awful lot of rubbish on the way - expect to see items with arms hanging off, seams undone etc. so examine what you've picked carefully before you make your way to the till. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Adnan Khan |
|
Bristol's main railway station |
Temple Way Bristol BS2 0BY United Kingdom 0870 580 8080 |
This rather grand station was built in 1841 and designed by Brunel (who also designed the Clifton Suspension Bridge and SS Great Britain). It's ten minutes walk from the city center and is served by numerous buses. From here you can catch a train that will take you either directly or via connections, to any other station in the country, as well as many of Bristol's neighbourhood stops. Inside the station there are a couple of coffee vendors, some food outlets, a newsagent, phones, toilets, cash points and bus and taxi ranks. The ticket office is open 5am-9.30pm Mon-Fri and 6.45am-9.30pm Sat-Sun for immediate travel and there's also an office for European train travel and advance bookings, as well as two enquiry points. Queues often form at all of these, so allow yourself at least fifteen minutes prior to travel to ensure you get your ticket in time. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Nick Piggott |
 Photo: A Stormonth-Darling |
 Photo: Nicola Cockerham |
 Photo: Vanessa Julye |
 Photo: Mark Ware |
 Photo: Laurence Ramsey |
 Photo: Oliver Tupman |
 Photo: Sandra M. Pereira Pe |
 Photo: Craig Olivant |
 Photo: Alison Cownie |
 Photo: YaddaBing |
 Photo: edgeworths2000 |
 Photo: Keir Whitaker |
 Photo: chriscanonlottie |
 Photo: poundhounds |
 Photo: Andrew Walkden |
 Photo: Henry Haselgrove |
 Photo: Patrick Linsley |
 Photo: Bill Wright |
 Photo: Jock Turner |
 Photo: Brian Wong (Brunei) |
 Photo: ShadowSpirit. |
 Photo: conor wilson |
 Photo: Kev.s |
|
Trendy streetwear for men |
The Galleries Broadmead Bristol BS1 3XD United Kingdom +44 117 927 6002 |
If you're looking for something to wear which is smart but not boring, trendy but not faddish and definitely slightly different from the norm, look no further. Catering mainly for the 18-45 age group, this shop stocks a great range of shirts, jackets, coats, casual tops, jumpers and all different types of jeans. Don't expect any bright colours, everything here is black, grey or dark blue without exception, but do expect high quality and correspondingly high prices. Labels stocked include the super-hip Diesel and Replay, plus the erstwhile upper-class and traditional but now painfully-trendy Thomas Burberry. They also sell record bags - the final touch for the modern man-about-town! Review © 2007, Wcities |
