Situated on the western side of the city, Newbridge offers convenient access to Bristol or Bath and shares many characteristics with its neighbouring suburb, Weston. Several highly regarded state schools are close by, including Newbridge Primary School and Oldfield School. Chelsea Road is a busy and popular high street with a number of independent cafes, restaurants, a bakery, hairdresser and a convenience shop. Regular bus links run into the city centre, and also out towards Bristol on the A4.
Where Do Newbridge Locals Go?
Bristol & Bath Railway Path - A flat, traffic-free 13-mile route on the National Cycling Network connecting Bath and Bristol. The cycle path is equally useful to commuters as it is to those in search of a leisurely day out with a pint at the end of it.
Electric Bear Brewing Company - enjoy a cold one at this brewery, where you can sup an artisan beer straight from the source in the relaxed brewery taproom bar. They have a shop too so that you can take your favourites home with you.
Lansdown Cricket Club – always welcoming new members, this cricket club has been around since 1825.
Minerva Bath Rowing Club - small and friendly rowing club welcoming all ages and abilities of rowers, scullers, coxes and coaches. Courses are available for those wanting to learn the skills.
Novel Wines - Novel's founders Ben & Gyorgy made it their mission to introduce more exciting and 'novel' wines to the UK, sourced from family winemakers and community co-ops across central and eastern Europe, the Med, Asia, South American & Canada. Their monthly Explorer's Club is a connoisseur's dream.
Rooted Cafe - diverse vegetarian dishes bearing influences from around the world. The Grand Thali evenings are a joy with traditional thali dishes served alongside craft beers and wine.
The Boathouse - soak up the picturesque views over the Rivers Avon whilst enjoying a mouth-watering meal al fresco at this riverside pub. A wide range of beers and wine are on offer to accompany your meal.
The Chelsea Café - settle down with a cup of New Zealand coffee and some delicious food made from British produce in this relaxed café. A range of breakfast options are available, as well as a tasty lunch menu and a choice of alcoholic drinks.
The Locksbrook Inn - visit this relaxed gastropub for coffee and smoothies in the morning, tasty lunch and evening meals and grazing in between. Brunch is served at the weekend as well as roasts on Sundays.
Schools
Transport
CITY CENTRE: 2 Miles / 10 minute drive
RAILWAY STATION: 2 Miles / 10 minute drive
MOTORWAY: 10 Miles / 25 minute drive