Fun facts about Bristol
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The name 'Bristol' derives from the Old English 'Brycgstow', meaning 'assembly place by the bridge'.
Bristol
United Kingdom
Bristol is a city and ceremonial county in South West England. It is located on the River Avon, and bordered by Gloucestershire to the north and Somerset to the south with a short coastline on the Bristol Channel to the west.
From the “Toponymy” section
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Bristol was the place of exile for Diarmait Mac Murchada, the Irish king of Leinster.
Bristol
United Kingdom
Bristol is a city and ceremonial county in South West England. It is located on the River Avon, and bordered by Gloucestershire to the north and Somerset to the south with a short coastline on the Bristol Channel to the west.
From the “History” section
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Bristol was the second most important port in England during the 15th century.
Bristol
United Kingdom
Bristol is a city and ceremonial county in South West England. It is located on the River Avon, and bordered by Gloucestershire to the north and Somerset to the south with a short coastline on the Bristol Channel to the west.
From the “History” section
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Bristol was bombed twice by the IRA, in 1974 and again in 1978.
Bristol
United Kingdom
Bristol is a city and ceremonial county in South West England. It is located on the River Avon, and bordered by Gloucestershire to the north and Somerset to the south with a short coastline on the Bristol Channel to the west.
From the “History” section
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Photo: Chris Lathom-Sharp · CC BY-SA 4.0
Bristol was ranked as Britain's most sustainable city in 2008 based on its environmental performance.
Bristol
United Kingdom
Bristol is a city and ceremonial county in South West England. It is located on the River Avon, and bordered by Gloucestershire to the north and Somerset to the south with a short coastline on the Bristol Channel to the west.
From the “Geography” section
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Photo: Chris Lathom-Sharp · CC BY-SA 4.0