Quorn Stone’s Guide to Bristol Architecture
Situated in the southwest of England, Bristol is a city bursting with cultural charm, and rich historical heritage. Home to our Bristol tile shop, Bristol has a variety of beautiful architecture to discover and admire. Our guide lists the must see architectural sites with the stone and materials used to create them.
1. Bristol Cathedral
Starting with one of the oldest buildings in Bristol, Bristol Cathedral was first built in 1140 as an abbey and became a cathedral in 1542. Throughout the years, it has been rebuilt and restored, now standing proudly as a piece of architecture within Bristol. The cathedral was ornately built with local limestone and showcases marble and slate as other materials used.
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Photo Credit: Bristol Cathedral
2. Everards Printing Works
Constructed in 1900, Everards Printing Works draws on the beauty of decorative tiles, built by Henry Williams, as well as William James Neatby, who was the chief designer for Doulton and Co ware (also known as Royal Doulton). The façade to this building is the largest decorative Doulton Carrara ware in Britain, featuring elaborate details and colours.
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3. Blaise Castle
Another architecturally interesting building in Bristol is Blaise Castle, part of the Blaise Castle Estate and House. The folly castle built in 1766 is made of local ashlar natural stone with limestone dressings. A folly is a building constructed primarily for decoration, with a charming and unique appearance. When visiting Bristol, we recommend taking a trip to Blaise Castle to appreciate its character.
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4. Arno's Court Triumphal Arch
Arno’s Court Triumphal Arch is built from Bath stone with classical proportions, as well as encompassing Gothic and Moorish details. This arch sits in the city centre of Bristol along Bath Road, which originally marked the entrance to Arno’s Court Bath House. As a Grade II listed building, this 18th century monument is a piece of architecture appreciated by many visitors to Bristol.
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5. Queen Square House
The final building in our guide to Bristol’s architecture is Queen Square House situated in Queen Square, Bristol. Originally constructed in 1889, this historic house built with red brick features ornate window arches and exterior mouldings in buff terracotta.
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We hope this architectural guide to Bristol has inspired you for your next trip to this vibrant city! Plan your visit to our Bristol tiles store, located in Clifton, with our natural stone, porcelain and decorative tiles on display.
