Laurel Hill, Cribbs Causeway, Bristol – The Best of City Life and West Country Charm on Your Doorstep

At Strongvox, we love to champion the location of our great new homes. And our contemporary Laurel Hill development of apartments and two, three and four bedroom houses at Cribbs Causeway, Bristol is no exception.

Situated on the edge of Cribbs Causeway, Laurel Hill offers modern living on the cusp of city life. Excellent local amenities include The Mall Retail Park and The Venue leisure complex, while the heart of Bristol is only seven miles away. If you are seeking out that rural idyll, the glorious West Country is right on your doorstep, just waiting to be discovered.

Travel Made Easy

Strongvox’s Laurel Hill development is certainly well connected… the neighbouring cities of Bristol (7 miles) and Bath (24 miles) have all you could wish for from beautiful, historic buildings and architecture, to rich heritage and culture, to world-class gastronomy, shopping and leisure.

If you’re heading further afield, Laurel Hill is a few minutes’ drive from Junctions 17 and 16 of the M5, connecting you northbound to the Midlands, or southbound to Britain’s stunning southwest. Junction 16 is also the interchange with the M4, which leads east to London, or west into South Wales, directly across the Severn Bridge.

Five miles from Laurel Hill, The Bristol Parkway mainline train station at Stoke Gifford will get you to London’s Paddington station in one hour and eight minutes if you catch the fastest train, or Cardiff in 30 minutes. For domestic and international air travel, Bristol International Airport is only a 30-minute drive.

Bristol and Bath – The Perfect City Pairing

Only 13 miles apart, these cities’ differences make them equally fascinating places to discover. Bristol has an edgy independent spirit, vibrant colour, historic engineering prowess and a rich maritime history, in contrast to Bath’s ancient Roman roots, stunning Georgian architecture and literary connections.

Bristol’s city centre and Old City are bordered by distinct and diverse neighbourhoods including leafy Clifton Village with designer boutiques and the world-famous suspension bridge; arty Stokes Croft/Gloucester Road with its array of independent artisan shops and eateries; bohemian Old Market; and the buzzing Harbourside, boasting pop-up shops and dining at Wapping Wharf, museums, traditional pubs and Brunel’s restored SS Great Britain – the world’s first ocean liner.

A city spanning more than two millennia, Bath is a thriving tourist destination and World Heritage Site. Built by the Romans for pleasure and relaxation, it is still a destination for wellbeing today, thanks to its thermal hot springs. A compact city nestled in the Avon valley on the southern edge of the Cotswolds, it is famed for beautiful historic landmarks including Bath Abbey, the Royal Crescent and the Roman Baths https://www.romanbaths.co.uk/. Check out its fine independent shops, plethora of restaurants and bars, theatre, diverse collection of museums and galleries and the sensational modern Thermae Bath Spa.

A Flavour of the West Country

Both Bristol and Bath are surrounded by glorious, unspoilt countryside. Three designated Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty are within easy striking distance, from The Wye Valley to The Cotswolds and The Mendip Hills.

Characterised by rolling hills and farmland, quaint towns and villages, plus stretches of rugged coastline, Somerset has something for everyone. There are heaps of places to discover, from Glastonbury, Watchet, Wells, Cheddar Village and Gorge, Frome and Bruton. Simply stroll, ramble, hike or bike around. Seek out refined dining, a traditional local pint of Somerset cider, or fresh produce from award-winning local sustainable suppliers.

We’ve a particular favourite near Bruton – The Newt in Somerset celebrated by The Times, The Guardian and many other hit lists as one of “the top places to visit in the UK” is a country estate with carefully thought-out gardens, farmland and a Georgian house at its core; visitors can enjoy a walk, eat out and even stay as lockdown rules ease.

Laurel Hill is perfectly placed to become your gateway not only to Bristol and Bath, but also to the whole of the southwest, South Wales, M4 Corridor, Birmingham and beyond. Tempted? To find out more, contact our Laurel Hill Sales Office and they’ll gladly show you around!

Laurel Hill really does have the glorious West Country right on its doorstep, just waiting to be discovered. Hopefully we’ve given you some inspiration to explore – we’d love you to share your own favourites and hidden gems with us too! Use #strongvoxdoorsteps @strongvoxhomes to tag us in your posts.