Henleaze

Settlement in Gloucestershire

England

Henleaze

Railway bridge over the Muller Road The Muller Road is the major road linking the A38 Gloucester Road and the M32. The railway line runs from Bristol Temple Meads station northwards out of the city to Wales and to Birmingham. — Railway bridge over the Muller Road Credit: Linda Bailey

Henleaze is a suburban area located in the northern region of Bristol, Gloucestershire, England. Situated approximately three miles away from the city center, it is known for its peaceful and family-friendly atmosphere. Henleaze is bordered by Westbury-on-Trym to the west, Golden Hill to the south, and Stoke Bishop to the north.

The area is primarily residential, characterized by a mix of Edwardian and Victorian-style houses, adding to its charm and character. Henleaze boasts several green spaces, including Henleaze Lake, which is a popular spot for leisure activities such as walking, jogging, and picnicking. The lake is home to various species of waterfowl, attracting nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers alike.

Henleaze offers a range of amenities and facilities, making it a desirable place to live. The main shopping area, located along Henleaze Road, features a variety of independent retailers, boutiques, cafes, and restaurants. Additionally, there are several supermarkets, including a large Waitrose, providing convenient shopping options for residents.

Education is well-catered for in Henleaze, with a number of highly regarded schools in the vicinity. These include Henleaze Infant and Junior Schools, which have a strong reputation for academic excellence.

Transport links in Henleaze are excellent, with regular bus services connecting the area to Bristol city center and surrounding neighborhoods. The M5 motorway is easily accessible, providing convenient connections to other parts of the country.

Overall, Henleaze offers a tranquil suburban lifestyle with a strong sense of community, making it an appealing place to live for families and individuals seeking a peaceful yet well-connected location.

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Henleaze Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.484335/-2.5974459 or Grid Reference ST5876. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Railway bridge over the Muller Road

The Muller Road is the major road linking the A38 Gloucester Road and the M32. The railway line runs from Bristol Temple Meads station northwards out of the city to Wales and to Birmingham.

Linda Bailey

Lockleaze Road

Looking east along Lockleaze Road past the blue railings of Filton Avenue Infant School.

Linda Bailey

Dovercourt Road

Looking south down Dovercourt Road, with the Muller Orphanage on the horizon.

Linda Bailey

St Werburgh's Church tower.

St.Werburgh's Church was relocated stone-by-stone to Mina Road in this district from Corn Street, Bristol in 1879. The 15th century church no longer serves any religious purpose; it is now the home of the Bristol Climbing Centre and inside has 12 metre high climbing walls, pillars, fins, overhangs and arches. See also Link

Sharon Loxton

St Werburghs' Church, St Werburghs.

The 15th century St Werburghs' church originally stood in Corn Street in the centre of Bristol. It was moved to the area in 1879, and the whole district was subsequently named St Werburghs. It is now a climbing centre.

Sharon Loxton

Boiling Wells Lane

A house with decorated woodcarvings around the windows on Boiling Wells Lane, St Werburghs.

George Evans

Northern cycling route, Bristol

In 2008, Greater Bristol was chosen as England's first official Cycling City, and this is part of a recently-completed section of a major cycling route into the centre of the city from the northern suburbs. It is also the site of Ashley Hill Station, which closed in 1964 after almost exactly 100 years of use. The path on the left crosses under the railway line to Station Lane and Muller Road. Seen from Station Road.

Derek Harper

Open space by Jack Knight House

Jack Knight House is a sheltered housing complex. The view is from Petherbridge Way across a valley used by the main line railway as it climbs north from Bristol.

Derek Harper

Allotments Off Sir John's Lane

Geoff Pick

Allotments Off Sir John's Lane

Geoff Pick

Eco Houses Mina Rd St Werburghs

These are a few of the eco houses that have been built on a 2.1 acre site in north central Bristol by the Ashley Vale Action Group.(AVAG) AVAG bought the site which used to belong to Scaffolding Great Britain (SGB) in 2001.The money to buy was raised by selling building plots to self-builders. The original site was completely covered by a concrete slab.The site is bounded by Mina Rd on the west and Boiling Wells Lane on the north. This is the view along the site frontage on Mina Rd. The builders had to adhere to ecological guidelines set out by AVAG

Nigel Mykura

Boiling Wells Lane, St Werburghs

View north west along Boiling Wells Lane towards the short tunnel under the railway. On the right is the Ashley Vale Action Group site which has had a variety of environmental friendly eco houses built on it, mainly by self builders. On the left there are similar houses but not part of the AVAG site. Most of the houses are wooden framed.

Nigel Mykura

Boiling Wells Brook

This brook runs through the valley of Ashley Vale. At one time the water was piped from here to the city centre in Quay Pipe to a water fountain on the quayside at the Stone Bridge, formerly called St Giles' Bridge, which was the highest point of the Frome navigable by the Severn trows and was known as Quay Head. It was called boiling because of its bubbling nature and not because of its temperature. In the background is the Boiling Wells site of St Werburghs City Farm. This is under construction and will provide an open air amphitheatre.

Nigel Mykura