South Bristol has continued to provide a strong focus for commercial development with a wide range of existing accommodation and a number of exciting development opportunities for businesses.  Established businesses include Somerfield, Matthew Clark and First Bus, whose continuing confidence in the area is reflected in substantial long-term developments.  Major investment has already been attracted to the Wills site.  The Junction has purchased the site and will complete a £70+million business and retail scheme.  A new 15-acre development of mixed business units nearby, at the South Bristol Business Park, has also been completed.

At Symes Avenue in Hartcliffe, a major redevelopment of the existing run-down shopping centre has attracted Wm Morrison Supermarkets Plc.  As well as the major new superstore the centre will include new community and retail space.  This investment, along with substantial funding from national and regional sources, provides a solid platform for sustainable commercial development and a promising future for local business.

Plans for the mixed-use development of the Hengrove Park site include provision of a Community Hospital for South Bristol, new swimming and sports facilities, a landscaped park, plus commercial and residential space.

For more information, contact Bristol City Council's Major Projects Team on 0117 922 4019.