Welcome to Bristol

Bristol has been crowned European City of the Year after scooping a prestigious award from the Academy of Urbanism, a think tank that champions great place-making.

Bristol is now also rated as the most sustainable city in the UK according to the charity Forum for the Future and is the only UK city to be short-listed for the European Green Capital Award.FDI - Large Cities of the Future

Bristol is one of the UK's leading cultural, business and investment hotspots. This website explains why so many businesses are choosing to invest in Bristol.

Bristol's multi-billion pound investment programme includes extensive waterfront office accommodation for our highly successful and growing businesses operating in a variety of sectors.

We are achieving all this while maintaining the unique character of this beautiful, historic city, with its easy access to London and direct connections through one of the country's fastest growing airports.

Why Bristol?

Businesses within Bristol enjoy access to:

  • World-class science, innovation and creativity
  • Outstanding strategic business locations
  • A highly skilled workforce and excellent universities
  • Superb quality of life

Here to help!

Please contact the Economic Development Team for a tailored support service

  • Information on major sites and regeneration areas
  • Help with commercial property search
  • Local and regional economic intelligence

Contact us

Tel: +44(0)117 92 22928

Email: investinbristol@bristol.gov.uk