Where is Stoke Gifford?
Stoke Gifford is located in the South West, in the county of South Gloucestershire. It’s around 20 minutes’ drive from Bristol city centre and 40 minutes’ drive away from Bristol Airport. It’s also a short distance from the banks of the River Severn and with several nearby motorways, it has easy access to South Wales and the cities of Newport and Cardiff.
Transport in Stoke Gifford
Stoke Gifford is home to Bristol Parkway train station. From here, residents can travel into Bristol Temple Meads, as well as the nearby towns and cities within Gloucester, Swindon, Newport, and Cardiff. The station also offers services into London and Manchester, allowing you to reach most major destinations across the UK. As for the roads, Stoke Gifford is within easy reach of a number of motorways; the M4, the M5, the M32, and the M48 are all within 10 minutes’ drive of the area and provide routes towards Newport, London, Gloucester, and Exeter.
Shopping in Stoke Gifford
From our new homes in Stoke Gifford, residents can reach large supermarkets such as Aldi, Lidl and Sainsbury’s, as well as a Tesco Extra in Bradley Stoke for weekly food shops. Nearby, the Abbey Wood Retail Park is an outdoor mall providing an Asda, Pets at Home, B&M, and Matalan. As for more leisurely shopping, Stoke Gifford is located within 20 minutes’ drive of Bristol’s two major shopping locations: The Mall at Cribbs Causeway and Cabot Circus. Notable shops include River Island, New Look, Boots, John Lewis and Marks & Spencer.
Things to do in Stoke Gifford
Stoke Gifford is close to Aerospace Bristol, a space and aviation museum. It contains Concorde Alpha Foxtrot, the last Concorde plane to fly, and also showcases the Bristol Bolingbroke 9048 and the Bristol Freighter. Other day trips in the local area include Bristol Zoo Project and the West Country Water Park, an outdoor lake for swimming, relaxation and entertainment. You’ll also find a number of attractions in Bristol city centre, including an interactive gallery at Wake The Tiger, escape rooms and mini golf at Treetop Golf Bristol.
The best places to buy new homes in Stoke Gifford
Stoke Gifford and the surrounding areas contain several friendly neighbourhoods with a range of new homes, including some with direct access to the city or quiet rural settings for family life. Here are a few of the best places to live near Stoke Gifford.
Yate
Located on the northern edge of Bristol, just 15 minutes’ drive from Stoke Gifford, Yate is a welcoming market town offering everyday convenience. It has a large shopping centre, cafes and leisure activities for all the family, as well as practical transport links into Bristol and beyond, all while the surrounding countryside provides a peaceful setting away from the city centre.
Chippenham
Chippenham lies half an hour east of Bristol, in the county of Wiltshire. This town is located near the M4 motorway, which provides an easy route into Bristol, as does the local train station with services running regularly into Bristol Temple Meads. With several supermarkets, primary and secondary schools, play parks and the Emery Gate Shopping Centre all nearby, our new homes in Chippenham are well-placed for families to settle into town life.
Bath
Bath is a beautiful, historic city around 40 minutes’ drive from Bristol. It’s a popular place for families and commuters who want access to Bristol without living among the hustle and bustle of the city. Bath offers many parks, shops and spas, and is known for its excellent schools and safe neighbourhoods. From Bath Spa train station, you can reach Bristol Temple Meads in less than 20 minutes.
Could living in Stoke Gifford be for you?
Whether you’d like to take advantage of Bristol’s public transport network or access a range of shops, supermarkets and amenities close to home, there are many reasons to live in Stoke Gifford. If you’re interested in moving to the neighbourhood, book an appointment to view our new homes in Stoke Gifford or talk to a member of our team.
