Airport Guide for Bristol Airport

Tue, 22 Nov 2005 11:28:37 +0100

Introduction and History - Bristol Airport serves over 3 million passengers a year, with flights to many destinations across Europe on offer. HRH Prince George opened the airport in 1930. De-requisitioned in 1956. Used as an RAF base for the previous 10 years, was opened by The Duchess of Kent in 1957. In 1989 over 34,000 passengers used Bristol airport. In 2000 the new terminal opended by HRH the Princess Royal, designed to carry 3.5 million passengers. From the South leave the M5 at Junction 22, at roundabout take 3rd exit signposted A38. At East Brent roundabout joining the A370 take the 2nd exit signposted A38 & airport. Continue on this road for approx 11 miles, the airport is on the left. From the East, at Junction 20, join the M5 southbound. Exit the M5 at junction 18 (signposted A4 Bristol & Airport). Take the A4 towards Bristol following signs for the airport. Bristol International is located 8 miles south of Bristol City Centre. From the north leave the M5 at junction 18 (signposted A4 Bristol & Airport). Take the A4 towards Bristol following signs for the airport. Go past Bristol City Football ground and connect with the A38 towards Taunton.

Facilities - Introduction:- There are babycare facilities in two of the the toilets on the ground floor. There is a separate babycare facility on the mezzanine floor and several babycare facilities on the first floor within the departures lounge Once inside the terminal you will find all of the facilities you would expect at a small international airport. There are two airport lounges, currency exchange bureaus and a number of ATMs. There is a good range of eating options, excellent disability facilities and duty free shopping.

Food: Delice de France (24 hour) | The Food Village | Burger King | Airside (after security) La Brioche Dorée | Viva Coffee Shop | Bar des Voyageurs

Shops: Flying Visit (Convenience Store) | WH Smith | Dorothy Perkins | Serendipity Games Zone | Claire's Accessories |

Disabled Facilities: Special Assistance Parking available with allocated spaces, accessible toilet facilities throughout terminal, llifts to upper levels, low level telephones and wheelchair use.

Business Travellers - Located close to shops and restaurants, the lounge makes maximum use of the terminal's natural light through the use of glass offering Complimentary drinks & snacks | Newspapers | Fax | Internet | E-Mail | Telephones | T.V. | Credit card phone | Complimentary drinks & snacks Newspapers Fax Internet E-Mail Telephones T.V. Credit card phone

Getting There and Local Travel Connections....

Road: Bristol airport is 9 miles outside the city centre, just off the A38. Bristol Airport Directions Bristol Airport from the North M5 Leave the M5 at junction 18 (signposted A4 Bristol & Airport). Take the A4 towards Bristol, following signs for the airport. Go past Bristol City Football ground and connect with the A38 towards Taunton the airport is situated 8 miles South of Bristol on the A38. Bristol Airport from the South M5 Leave the M5 at Junction 22, at roundabout take 3rd exit signposted A38. At East Brent roundabout joining the A370 take 2nd exit signposted A38 & airport. Continue on this road for approx 11 miles, airport is on the left. Bristol Airport from the South M5 Leave the M5 at Junction 22, at roundabout take 3rd exit signposted A38. At East Brent roundabout joining the A370 take 2nd exit signposted A38 & airport. Continue on this road for approx 11 miles, airport is on the left. Bristol Airport from the East M4

Train: Bristol Temple Meads train station is closest, with trains to London, Bath and Exeter.

Taxi: Airportcarz operate from the airport providing pre-quotes, air conditioned, Ford Galaxys 24hrs a day. The booking desk is in the Terminal, opposite Arrivals. They also operate wheelchair accessible minibuses.

Bus or Coach: Bus 121 goes to Weston Super Mare from the airport. The Bristol International Flyer coach system runs between Bristol train station and the airport.

Local Tourist Attractions Near to Bristol International Airport - Bristol also offers a celebrated cathedral, Clifton Suspension Bridge, Clifton Observatory, caves, and Bristol Zoo. The city is bursting with grand architecture and ornate buildings, containing diverse shops, cafés, theatres, museums and concerts.

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