Knowle Neighbourhood Bristol
Mentioned in the Doomsday book as a settlement called Canole..
Your calm and connected base just south of the city centre
Staying in our Knowle Studio? You’re in one of South East Bristol’s most peaceful neighbourhoods — a leafy hillside spot with local pubs, independent cafés, and excellent transport links. Whether you’re in town for work, a visit, or just passing through, Knowle offers the perfect balance of calm and connection.city.
A Bit of Local History
It takes one to Canole one..
Knowle’s roots run deep. It was recorded in the Domesday Book of 1086 as a small settlement called Canole, with just 11 households at the time — making it one of the smaller communities in the area. Fast forward nearly 1,000 years, and Knowle has grown into a welcoming, residential area full of charm, greenery and community spirit.
Public Transport from Knowle
100 yards from a main bus route into Bristol Temple Meads and the City Centre
Our studio is just 2 miles from Bristol Temple Meads Station, with regular buses running along the A37 (Wells Road) into the city centre.
- Greenleaze Bus Stop (2 min walk): Buses 2 and 36 into Bristol, every 10–15 minutes
- Beechmount Grove Stop (7–10 min walk): For the A4 AirDecker to Bristol Airport (26 mins) or Bath (30 mins)
- Outbound buses: The 376 gets you to Wells, Glastonbury, and Street
Return journeys are easy — the stop to get back from town is just two houses down from our front door.
Local Pubs, Cafes and Bars
good eateries and cafes nearby
The Knowle
Your nearest local, just 7 minutes’ walk. Great food, beer, a dog-friendly garden, and good atmosphere.
Check the menus here – Visit website
The George Pub
A cosy pub about 10–15 minutes away. No food menu, but you’ll often find a taco truck outside. Say hello from the family with the wolfdog!
Live entertainment every Saturday, poker every Thursday and there’s a skittle alley for all you skittlers out there.
Totterdown Canteen
Head downhill into Totterdown for a solid breakfast, brunch, or takeaway coffee in this laid-back local favourite.