Bristol - Wikipedia
WebBristol (/ ˈ b r ɪ s t əl / ⓘ) is a city, unitary authority area and ceremonial county in South West England, the most populous city in the region. Built around the River Avon, it is bordered by the ceremonial counties of Gloucestershire to the north and Somerset to …
Bristol | History, Points of Interest, & County | Britannica
WebMay 12, 2024 · Bristol, city and unitary authority, southwestern England. It was part of the historic counties of Gloucestershire and Somerset until the creation of the county of Bristol (1373–1974) and then of the county of Avon (1974–96). When the county of Avon was abolished, Bristol became a unitary authority.
History of Bristol - Wikipedia
WebBristol is a city with a population of nearly half a million people in south west England, situated between Somerset and Gloucestershire on the tidal River Avon. It has been among the country's largest and most economically and culturally important cities for …
Bristol - Wikiwand
WebBristol ( / ˈbrɪstəl / ⓘ) is a city, unitary authority area and ceremonial county in South West England, the most populous city in the region. Built around the River Avon, it is bordered by the ceremonial counties of Gloucestershire to the north and Somerset to the south.
Bristol - Simple English Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
WebBristol is a city and ceremonial county in England. It is home to nearly 430,000 people. The River Avon runs through it to the Severn estuary.
Bristol - Wikiwand
WebBristol is a city and ceremonial county in England. It is home to nearly 430,000 people. The River Avon runs through it to the Severn estuary.
The History of Bristol - VisitBristol.co.uk
WebThe rich and eventful martime history of Bristol stretches back over many centuries. The original town was listed in the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle of 1051 as a port trading regularly with Ireland.
History of Bristol - Discover Bristol | UWE Bristol
WebBristol’s a city of pioneers, engineers, explorers and adventurers – rebellious, restless spirits who changed the world around them. So you’ll be in good company… c.950–1800. c.950 – Bristol grows into a busy market town. 1140 – St Augustine's Abbey is founded (and later becomes known as Bristol Cathedral ). 1216 – First Bristol mayor is appointed.
Bristol summary | Britannica
WebBristol, City and unitary authority (pop., 2001: 380,615), southwestern England. Lying at the confluence of the Rivers Avon and Frome, the city received its first charter in 1155. Long a centre of commerce, it was the point of departure in …
Demographics of Bristol - Wikipedia
WebBristol has a strong White majority population, at 84%, which has declined from 94.5% in 1991. The largest ethnic group is the White British at 77.9% which have declined from 88% of the population in 2001. Black British residents are …
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