Welcome to Shortwood

Shortwood is a small village located in the county of Gloucestershire, England. It is situated in the Cotswold Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, which makes it a popular destination for tourists who are looking to explore the picturesque countryside. The village is surrounded by rolling hills, lush green fields, and dense forests, which provide ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and horse riding. Shortwood is also home to several historic landmarks, including the 12th-century St. James' Church, which is known for its beautiful stained glass windows and intricate stonework.

Despite its small size, Shortwood has a vibrant community that is known for its friendly and welcoming atmosphere. The village has a range of amenities, including a post office, a village hall, and a pub, which serves traditional English food and locally brewed ale. The village also has a primary school, which is highly regarded for its excellent academic standards and supportive teaching staff. Shortwood is well-connected to the surrounding areas, with regular bus services to nearby towns and cities such as Bristol and Gloucester.

Overall, Shortwood is a charming village that offers a peaceful and idyllic lifestyle for its residents. Its stunning natural surroundings, rich history, and strong sense of community make it a desirable place to live or visit. Whether you are looking for a quiet retreat in the countryside or an active outdoor adventure, Shortwood has something to offer for everyone.

Local Weather

Clear

Temp: 8.4°C

Feels Like: 5.5°C

Wind: 11.6 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Mangotsfield School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Hetty Blackmore	Rodway Hill Mangotsfield Mangotsfield Gloucestershire BS16 9LH 01454862700 School Website
Mangotsfield Church Of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Kirsty Croasdale	Church Farm Road Emersons Green Gloucestershire BS16 7EY 01454867400 School Website
Kings Forest Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Mr Ross Newman Ms Helen Porter	Station Road Kingswood Kingswood Gloucestershire BS15 4PQ 01454866466 School Website
Barley Close Community Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jo Williams	Barley Close Mangotsfield Mangotsfield Gloucestershire BS16 9DL 01454867090 School Website
The Tynings School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Lois Haydon	Eastleigh Close Staple Hill Gloucestershire BS16 4SG 01454866525 School Website
Stanbridge Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Kirby Littlewood	Stanbridge Road Downend Downend Gloucestershire BS16 6AL 01454862000 School Website
Emersons Green Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Soraya Young	Guest Avenue Emersons Green Gloucestershire BS16 7GA 01454867474 School Website
Lyde Green Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Wendy Westwood	C/O Downend School Westerleigh Road Downend Gloucestershire BS16 6XA 01454823150 School Website
Downend School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Linda Ferris	Westerleigh Road Downend Downend Gloucestershire BS16 6XA 01454862300 School Website
Kings Oak Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-19 Head Teacher Ms Katherine Ogden	Brook Road Kingswood Kingswood Gloucestershire BS15 4JT 01179927127 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Bristol Parkway Station Approach Road, Off Hatchet Road, Stoke Gifford, Bristol, Bristol, BS34 8PU 3.69 Miles

Stapleton Road Stapleton Road, Easton, Bristol, Bristol, BS5 6NE 3.84 Miles

Lawrence Hill Church Hill, Lawrence Hill, Bristol, Bristol, BS5 9JJ 3.93 Miles

Filton Abbey Wood Station Road, Filton, Bristol, Bristol, BS34 7JW 4.16 Miles

Keynsham Station Road, Keynsham, Somerset, BS31 2BN 4.28 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Rapid Cars 0117 970 8080 The Ride, Bristol, Bristol, BS15 4SY 0.96 Miles
Book A Limo / Englands Finest Carriages 0117 330 1781 16 Pool Road, Bristol, Bristol, BS15 1XL 1.02 Miles
Abbotswood Taxis 07828 925245 76 Thomas Avenue, Bristol, Bristol, BS16 7TA 1.20 Miles
Champagne Vintage Cars Ltd 0117 967 1179 Holly Hill Road, Bristol, Bristol, BS15 4DG 1.27 Miles
Bobs Minibus Hire 0117 967 2459 40 Spring Hill, Bristol, Bristol, BS15 1XT 1.28 Miles
Diamond Travel Services 0117 956 7353 20 Cleeve Hill, Bristol, Bristol, BS16 6HN 1.32 Miles
Emersonstaxis 07525 622981 134A Bye Mead, Bristol, Bristol, BS16 7DQ 1.34 Miles
Taxi Innovation 0117 957 2929 Unit 5/6/Nelson Ct/Nelson Rd, Bristol, Bristol, BS16 5EY 1.37 Miles
State Express Taxis 0117 949 1141 Staple Hill, Bristol, Bristol, BS16 4PT 1.44 Miles
Anytime Taxis 0117 975 6000 21 Portland St, Bristol, Bristol, BS16 4PT 1.44 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Elizabeth Way No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Mangotsfield Common No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Shortwood No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Mangotsfield Po Box No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Siston Park Bs15 4Pa No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Mangotsfield Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Charnhill Drive No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Station Road (141) No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Siston Hill Bs30 5Lt No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Vinney Green No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Hawthorns No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Emersons Way No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lower Soundwell Bs15 4Rd No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stockwell Drive No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Eastleigh Close No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Willow (Downend Health Group)	The Willow Surgery Hill House Road Bristol Avon BS16 5FJ
Emersons Green Medical Centre 0117 9576000	St Lukes Close Emersons Green South Bristol BS16 7AL
The Downend Health Group 0117 9708950	North Street Downend Bristol BS16 5SG
Christchurch Surgery, Downend - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Christchurch Family Medical Centre North Street Downend Bristol BS16 5SG
Christchurch Surgery, Downend - Covid Local Vaccination Service 3	Christchurch Family Medical Centre North Street Downend Bristol BS16 5SG

Local Stores

Downend Road
Downend Road
Downend
Bristol
Gloucestershire
BS16 5UJ
01179 573414
Store Website
1.32 miles

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SPAR Kaur Mangotsfield
1 Northcote Road
Mangotsfield
Bristol
BS16 9HF
01179 570498
Store Website
0.6 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Bristol Emersons Green Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home, The Village, Emerson Way Emersons Green Bristol Gloucestershire BS16 7AE carla.puime@vets4pets.com 0.99 miles


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Emerson'S Green Veterinary Surgery
114 Emerson Way Emersons Green Bristol Gloucestershire BS16 7AS 0117 957 1110 mypets@emersonvet.co.uk Website 1.06 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Victoria Veterinary Clinic
47 Victoria Street Staple Hill Bristol Gloucestershire BS16 5JP 01179 566880 info@victoria-vets.co.uk Website 1.26 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Avenue Veterinary Centre
Pendennis Avenue Staple Hill Bristol Gloucestershire BS16 5DW 0117 956 9038 enquiries@avenue-vets.com Website 1.45 miles
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Animals Treated
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Animal House Vets
Downend Centre 11 Cleeve Wood Road Downend Bristol Bristol BS16 2SF 0117 335 5999 reception@animalhousevets.com Website 1.71 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Fernlea Veterinary Clinic
Blackhorse Road Kingswood Bristol Gloucestershire BS15 8DZ 0117 960 6145 admin@fernleaorthopaedics.co.uk Website 1.90 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Oldbury Court Estate
Frome Valley Walkway Bristol Lancashire BS16 1HR 2.32 miles As You Drive Along Oldbury Court Road, You Will Think You'Re Lost As It Is A Very Residential Area And There Are No Clues As To The Huge Estate At The End Of The Road! Have Faith! The Car Park And Open Green Space Will Suddenly Appear Before You When The Road Can Go No Further.

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Willsbridge Mill
Avon Wildlife Trust - Pretty Walk Located Next To Syston River Surrounded By Woodland With Plenty Of Bird Wildlife, Circular Walk Not 25 Mins But Can Go Different Routes For Longer. Decked Area Next To Brook (It Called A River But Not Wide And Only Max Foot Deep) To Let Your Dog Splash Around. A Cafe Has Opened Recently, Castle Cottage 44 Willsbridge Hill Willsbridge Bristol BS30 6EY 3.13 miles Parking For 4 Cars On Main Road A431.

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Eastville Park
784 Muller Rd Bristol Lancashire BS5 6XA 3.39 miles

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Conham River Park And Avon River Trail
82 Conham Hill Lancashire 3.40 miles

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Purdown / Stoke Park Estate
33 Lindsay Rd Lockleaze Bristol Lancashire BS7 9NP 3.95 miles The Green Space Shown On The Map Is Misleading - The Space Fills That Entire Wedge Above The M32 Up To The Lakes.

Location what3words themes.wings.extra

Hanging Hill
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk To Hanging Hill, In Lansdown, Which Lies Between Bath And Bristol. BA1 9BY 4.78 miles Take The Lansdown Road, Heading North Out Of Bath. Pass By Lansdown Golf Club On Your Left Followed By Two Entrance Roads Leading To Bath Racecourse. You Then Want To Take The Next Road On Your Left, Which Leads To A Small Parking Area.

Weather Forecast

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Temp	-0.3°C	-0.5°C	-0.7°C	-1.4°C	-2.4°C	-3.9°C	-5.7°C	-7.2°C	-8.4°C	-6.9°C	-7.6°C	-9.5°C
Feels Like	-4.2°C	-4.3°C	-4.6°C	-5.5°C	-7.4°C	-9.7°C	-11.8°C	-13.9°C	-15.9°C	-13.7°C	-14.9°C	-17.2°C

Sunday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Clear	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	-10.1°C	-11°C	-11.9°C	-12.5°C	-12.6°C	-11.6°C	-9.6°C	-7.9°C	-7.3°C	-7.6°C	-9°C	-9.6°C
Feels Like	-18.1°C	-19.2°C	-20°C	-20.6°C	-20.6°C	-19.1°C	-16°C	-13.1°C	-11.4°C	-10.9°C	-12.9°C	-15.8°C

Monday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Clear	Partly Cloudy	Cloudy	Cloudy	Overcast	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	-10.4°C	-10.2°C	-9.3°C	-8.1°C	-6.5°C	-3.7°C	0°C	2.5°C	3°C	2°C	0.4°C	-5.3°C
Feels Like	-16.1°C	-16.1°C	-15.6°C	-14.7°C	-13.3°C	-10.3°C	-5.7°C	-2.5°C	-1.4°C	-1.9°C	-3.7°C	-10°C

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