Knowle Neighbourhood Bristol
Mentioned in the Doomsday book as a settlement called Canole..
Your calm and connected base just south of the city centre
Knowling me Knowling you
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.
Travel Guidance and Parking in Knowle
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Bristol Clean Air Zone
Before you travel please check to make sure your car meets the low carbon emission zone requirements OR alternatively, come off the M32 at junction 3 and follow your sat nav directions from there to approach the house without entering the zone.
Check your vehicle on the Bristol City Council site: https://www.bristol.gov.uk/residents/streets-travel/bristols-caz/charges-and-vehicle-checker
Parking at the Studio
Your parking space is in front of the white garage door behind the studio. It’s accessed via a private parking lane (which is on an incline so please let us know if you have any accessibility issues so we can advise you). There is turning space at the bottom of the lane – just mind your wing mirrors when driving past the old ash tree.
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 five minutes from the studio 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.
We’re coming by public transport. What are the nearest bus stops to Red Lion Hill Den?
The Greenleaze bus stops on Wells Road are the closest stops to the den.
At the time of writing, the following buses can be taken to get to the Den from Temple Meads Station.
Knowle Greenleaze North bus stop: for buses to Cribbs Causeway, Filton, Highridge, Bristol Bus Station
Knowle Greenleaze South bus stop: for buses to Wells, Stockwood, Bath bus station,