Arthur Daley Posted April 11, 2018 Report Share Posted April 11, 2018 On 05/04/2018 at 11:42, BRISTOL86 said: Further to another thread I started a while back (and not wishing to hijack the similar thread in here now....) I’m looking for some opinions on some S. Glos suburbs. We’re considering our next house move and the criteria is no more than 30-40 mins drive to BS1/BS2. We like where we are now (BS30) and I’ve got very used to being able to get home in 20-30 minutes so there’s only so far I can go in any direction if I don’t want to go back to spending the best part of an hour each way commuting. Personally I’d be keen to head south and look at the likes of Midsomer Norton/Pensford etc if it weren’t for the commute. I’m familiar with our current location and immediate surroundings (BS30/BS15) but casting the net a little wider, properties are coming up in places I’m not very familiar with at all, namely... Downend Mangotsfield Staple Hill Coalpit Heath Frampton Cotterell Yate Chipping Buggery Sodbury We’re trying to keep an open mind as much as possible so not ruling anything in and out as yet, just gathering info. If anyone is familiar with these areas I’d be keen to hear your thoughts. Ta I live in Frampton Cotterell and have done all my life just to add to the numbers listed on here. Would echo the thoughts of @Masala and @winterbournered that anywhere around FC, Coalpit Heath and Winterbourne are all lovely areas to live in with decent pubs and food outlets. The schools too, Manor & Watermore and then the Ridings International Academy are excellent. With the ring road, which takes you onto the M32 you can be in town in under 20 minutes traffic permitting. However, without being rude, I am unsure if your budget will get you a 4 bed detached house in those areas but I have taken my eye off the market in recent times. Good luck with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRISTOL86 Posted April 11, 2018 Author Report Share Posted April 11, 2018 Thanks @Arthur Daley and all others who have helped with advice. I think we’ve decided that we’d like to stay in BS30 if possible, but not ruling anything out at this stage. Just for some balance we’re going to see a couple of properties in Emersons and Downend later Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Posted April 11, 2018 Report Share Posted April 11, 2018 I'm in CH easy access to ring road and motorways and a nice area to live. Glad I moved now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Posted April 11, 2018 Report Share Posted April 11, 2018 54 minutes ago, BRISTOL86 said: Thanks @Arthur Daley and all others who have helped with advice. I think we’ve decided that we’d like to stay in BS30 if possible, but not ruling anything out at this stage. Just for some balance we’re going to see a couple of properties in Emersons and Downend later Well thanks for wasting everyone's time.......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRISTOL86 Posted April 11, 2018 Author Report Share Posted April 11, 2018 3 minutes ago, Super said: Well thanks for wasting everyone's time.......... Haha! Knowledge is power and all that! You never know we may see somewhere that we love and just go for it. We never planned to end up in BS30, it just kind of happened! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BS2 Red Posted April 12, 2018 Report Share Posted April 12, 2018 On 11/04/2018 at 09:52, Arthur Daley said: The schools too, Manor & Watermore and then the Ridings International Academy are excellent. Watermore? It’ll always be Highcroft to me! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ska Junkie Posted April 13, 2018 Report Share Posted April 13, 2018 On 11/04/2018 at 10:56, BRISTOL86 said: Haha! Knowledge is power and all that! You never know we may see somewhere that we love and just go for it. We never planned to end up in BS30, it just kind of happened! Nothing wrong with BS30 fella, we love it. The new motorway junction will make a massive difference as does the ring road, if they EVER finish the bridges at Hambrook. Out of interest, we're closer to the RR than you are currently but can't hear it. The other side of Craven way IS affected by road noise so bear that in mind if you look at any properties north of Craven way. Years ago, we looked at a lovely house in Palmers close, it was stunning but my old man stood outside and noticed it straight away. I wouldn't have thought about it at all. Experience eh! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRISTOL86 Posted April 13, 2018 Author Report Share Posted April 13, 2018 1 minute ago, Ska Junkie said: Nothing wrong with BS30 fella, we love it. The new motorway junction will make a massive difference as does the ring road, if they EVER finish the bridges at Hambrook. Agreed, we love it here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dollymarie Posted April 13, 2018 Report Share Posted April 13, 2018 2 hours ago, Ska Junkie said: Nothing wrong with BS30 fella, we love it. The new motorway junction will make a massive difference as does the ring road, if they EVER finish the bridges at Hambrook. Thankfully due to reopen the last weekend in April Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PHILINFRANCE Posted April 13, 2018 Report Share Posted April 13, 2018 2 minutes ago, ziderheadarmy said: It’s where the Beaufort Pub is of course! And The Fox. The Compass at nearby Tormarton was always a favourite of mine (Wadworths 6X), but whenever I suggested going to Tormarton for a good night out people always used to give me funny looks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Posted April 13, 2018 Report Share Posted April 13, 2018 2 hours ago, tommytank1985 said: Why don’t you look at places off junction 18, I live 5 mins up the road in the sticks and I can get to Bristol in under 30mins and Southmead hosp in 25 mins with a clear run. Depends what you’re looking for! It’s quiet and peaceful where I am. @BRISTOL86 has decided to stay put. Timewaster..! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ska Junkie Posted April 13, 2018 Report Share Posted April 13, 2018 38 minutes ago, Dollymarie said: Thankfully due to reopen the last weekend in April So I heard Dolls. I assume they'll start on the other side then though! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dollymarie Posted April 13, 2018 Report Share Posted April 13, 2018 8 minutes ago, Ska Junkie said: So I heard Dolls. I assume they'll start on the other side then though! I thought it was just that bit cos of the ruddy Metrobus that needed sorting? The concrete on the viaduct was knackered. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRISTOL86 Posted April 13, 2018 Author Report Share Posted April 13, 2018 16 minutes ago, Super said: @BRISTOL86 has decided to stay put. Timewaster..! We actually went to see a house in Downend the other day. Nice little area, house not so good ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ska Junkie Posted April 13, 2018 Report Share Posted April 13, 2018 16 minutes ago, Dollymarie said: I thought it was just that bit cos of the ruddy Metrobus that needed sorting? The concrete on the viaduct was knackered. I'm sure you're correct. I was thinking that they would need an additional lane on the Northern bridge as well as the Southern bridge for the metrobus though? The Southern one is noticeably wider now judging by that video. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dollymarie Posted April 13, 2018 Report Share Posted April 13, 2018 Just now, Ska Junkie said: I'm sure you're correct. I was thinking that they would need an additional lane on the northern bridge as well as the Southern bridge for the metrobus though? It’s already there isn’t it? Just all coned off at the moment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ska Junkie Posted April 13, 2018 Report Share Posted April 13, 2018 Just now, Dollymarie said: It’s already there isn’t it? Just all coned off at the moment. Before and after the bridge is Dolls. I can't say I've noticed a coned off area on the bridge itself TBH as I'm jut glad to get through the roadworks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spoonbed Posted April 13, 2018 Report Share Posted April 13, 2018 14 hours ago, BS2 Red said: Watermore? It’ll always be Highcroft to me! Yep Mr Bond was my era! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arthur Daley Posted April 13, 2018 Report Share Posted April 13, 2018 Yes @Spoonbedand @BS2 Redit was Highcroft back in my day. Was there in the late 70s, early 80s. I remember Mrs Nicholls who was really good and maybe a Mrs Hall but my memory is not what it was. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesBCFC Posted April 13, 2018 Report Share Posted April 13, 2018 On 05/04/2018 at 11:42, BRISTOL86 said: Further to another thread I started a while back (and not wishing to hijack the similar thread in here now....) I’m looking for some opinions on some S. Glos suburbs. We’re considering our next house move and the criteria is no more than 30-40 mins drive to BS1/BS2. We like where we are now (BS30) and I’ve got very used to being able to get home in 20-30 minutes so there’s only so far I can go in any direction if I don’t want to go back to spending the best part of an hour each way commuting. Personally I’d be keen to head south and look at the likes of Midsomer Norton/Pensford etc if it weren’t for the commute. I’m familiar with our current location and immediate surroundings (BS30/BS15) but casting the net a little wider, properties are coming up in places I’m not very familiar with at all, namely... Downend Mangotsfield Staple Hill Coalpit Heath Frampton Cotterell Yate Chipping Buggery Sodbury We’re trying to keep an open mind as much as possible so not ruling anything in and out as yet, just gathering info. If anyone is familiar with these areas I’d be keen to hear your thoughts. Ta I realise this isnt the most helpful but thought I'd chip in. I've lived in a range of places around Bristol, but rarely in a place for a truly extended amount of time meaning I only have vague knowledge on each place. However my Grandad lived in the same house in Downend since (I think) the 70s and from the weekly visits and walks round the area it always seemed a very nice area and I dont recall him having many (any) issues. His house was on Overndale Road, someone with better knowldege of Downend may be able to expand on that immediate area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Turnip Posted April 13, 2018 Report Share Posted April 13, 2018 1 hour ago, Ska Junkie said: Before and after the bridge is Dolls. I can't say I've noticed a coned off area on the bridge itself TBH as I'm jut glad to get through the roadworks. 1 hour ago, Dollymarie said: It’s already there isn’t it? Just all coned off at the moment. I have some knowledge on this... The viaduct works were nothing to do with the Metrobus. The southern viaduct had literally reached the end of its life and needed to be strenghthen and refurbished. The Northern Viaduct is a lot younger and if I remember correctly has 10-15 years of life left. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ska Junkie Posted April 13, 2018 Report Share Posted April 13, 2018 12 minutes ago, Paul Turnip said: I have some knowledge on this... The viaduct works were nothing to do with the Metrobus. The southern viaduct had literally reached the end of its life and needed to be strenghthen and refurbished. The Northern Viaduct is a lot younger and if I remember correctly has 10-15 years of life left. Thanks Paul. I've run out of 'likes' so consider your post 'liked'. Where's the Metrobus going to go then, moving all the other traffic into 1 lane I guess? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Turnip Posted April 13, 2018 Report Share Posted April 13, 2018 1 hour ago, Ska Junkie said: Thanks Paul. I've run out of 'likes' so consider your post 'liked'. Where's the Metrobus going to go then, moving all the other traffic into 1 lane I guess? Guess so. Towards the M32 lane 1 was always a bus/2+ lane, so don't know if they'll make lane 1 a permanent bus lane coming back the other way... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harry may Posted April 13, 2018 Report Share Posted April 13, 2018 Just to add to your list of potential places. I know you asked about SE wales on a previous thread ( to which I replied ) - however one place I would strongly recommend is Tutshill. Its on the English side of the Wye , literally just over the A48 road bridge from Chepstow. So, you've got the shops and pubs etc of Chepstow, plus the rural charm of a small english village all on your doorstep. There is a small estate ( 30 homes ) currently being built on the outskirts of the village. House prices are definitely going up but I think you could get something really nice for your budget. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BS2 Red Posted April 14, 2018 Report Share Posted April 14, 2018 22 hours ago, Spoonbed said: Yep Mr Bond was my era! Mr Hill was headmaster when I was there (late 80s). Nasty bastard that he was, I can remember getting his knuckles on my head. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BS2 Red Posted April 14, 2018 Report Share Posted April 14, 2018 On 13/04/2018 at 09:22, tommytank1985 said: Try explaining where Hawkesbury Upton is Is that where West Ham used to play? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spoonbed Posted April 14, 2018 Report Share Posted April 14, 2018 2 hours ago, BS2 Red said: Mr Hill was headmaster when I was there (late 80s). Nasty bastard that he was, I can remember getting his knuckles on my head. Remember him well. Think he used to drive an MGB. Was dep head then. ( late 70’s/early 80’s) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PHILINFRANCE Posted April 14, 2018 Report Share Posted April 14, 2018 1 hour ago, ziderheadarmy said: Isn’t the Fox shutting? No idea. It was probably back in the 1980s when I was there last. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Super Posted April 16, 2018 Report Share Posted April 16, 2018 Live very close to the ring o'bells in CH but never been in there! Any good? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BS2 Red Posted April 16, 2018 Report Share Posted April 16, 2018 4 hours ago, Super said: Live very close to the ring o'bells in CH but never been in there! Any good? It was pretty good back in the day, but I haven’t been in there for over 10 years. The Globe and The Star used to be my watering holes, unfortunately the Star is now gone and the Globe is more of a family restaurant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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