Christmas Steps
Christmas Steps
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Cymro
Coimbra, Portugal3,305 contributions
Feb 2020
The steps cover a distance of about 60 metres and are not difficult to climb . They are far more difficult to find. If you go to the statue of Colston, cross over the road and then walk to your right for about 50 metres and then take a sharp left into a lane, you will find the steps on your right after about 20 metres. There are some interesting shops lining the steps, a coffee house and even a video rental shop - the first one I have see for a decade.
Written February 25, 2020
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Cathy H
Orlando, FL1,380 contributions
There was not a lot going on when we went to the Christmas steps. Maybe my opinion is biased by the fact I am not as mobile as I once was. In general, it was just a big staircase. Maybe at sometimes of the year, it is decorated, but even the few stores etc, we’re closed.
Written August 14, 2024
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David
Madrid, Spain4,075 contributions
Sep 2020
One of the oldest and most popular streets in Bristol, it dates back to the 17th century. Currently the area is home to art shops restaurants ... without a doubt one of the places to visit in Bristol.
Written September 28, 2020
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Paul F
Chesterfield, UK5,273 contributions
Jan 2022 • Family
Achingly lovely this street descends towards the Nicholas area and quayside. It's a historic cobbled stepped alley lined with interesting artisan shops selling a whole host of products.
It's really worth utilising this cut through and enjoy the experience of going back in time!
It's really worth utilising this cut through and enjoy the experience of going back in time!
Written January 29, 2022
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Europeanfemaleshere
Istria, Croatia182 contributions
Sep 2021
I was expecting a lot more from The Christmas Steps, but it was so disappointing!
There were lots of closed and empty shops and nothing on the steps that made you want to step inside and have a look.
Scaffolding was also another major issue, the place looks run down and tbh it looks better at the bottom of the steps facing up, there a couple of very old shops at the bottom before you get onto the Christmas Steps and an interesting mosaic eye on the wall.
Maybe in the 1600's it would have been a hive of activity with all the hustle and bustle but in the 21st century it could do with an injection of cash and independent quirky shops lining the route.
There were lots of closed and empty shops and nothing on the steps that made you want to step inside and have a look.
Scaffolding was also another major issue, the place looks run down and tbh it looks better at the bottom of the steps facing up, there a couple of very old shops at the bottom before you get onto the Christmas Steps and an interesting mosaic eye on the wall.
Maybe in the 1600's it would have been a hive of activity with all the hustle and bustle but in the 21st century it could do with an injection of cash and independent quirky shops lining the route.
Written October 23, 2021
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macedonboy
Glasgow, UK186,135 contributions
Sep 2021
This is a narrow lane on a hill with mainly independent shops lining either side of steps of the lane. It's not all that exciting.
Written September 11, 2021
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il_padrino_9
Penarth - Vale of Glamorgan - Wales114 contributions
Dec 2013 • Family
If you approach Christmas Steps from Colston Street and look down the crooked line it traces you could feel as if you might accost characters from an Anthony Trollope novel. It could Venerable be Jane Austen as steep steps were completed in 1669. You could imagine Harry Potter there too. There are quaint bijou establishments lining both sides and many are curious – each in their own way. There is an excellent cider shop too. Christmas Steps have featured in a fair few films and television productions: it is easy to understand why. A wonderful experience for anyone with a love of history and for anyone wishing to shed a few pounds un weight (like me) try a few turns up and down Christmas Steps and you will be amply rewarded.
Written July 11, 2014
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MarcelaPomphrey
Bristol, UK165 contributions
Jun 2014 • Couples
I like this little historic part of Bristol, it gives you an idea how Bristol used to look like in the past. The quirky independent shops are worth visiting, there is a cool hairdresser with stuffed animals in the windows. I specially like the stuffed fox!
Shame about the hideous LED street lights they installed there recently. Not quite sure who signed off the planning for these out of character LED lamps. Very disappointed with Bristol City council!
Love this spot specially in the winter time, walking back home up the steps after we had few drinks in the town.
Shame about the hideous LED street lights they installed there recently. Not quite sure who signed off the planning for these out of character LED lamps. Very disappointed with Bristol City council!
Love this spot specially in the winter time, walking back home up the steps after we had few drinks in the town.
Written June 7, 2014
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JohnC0106
Bath, UK118 contributions
Perhaps as a local I cannot fully appreciate these steps. At the bottom is an excellent fish and chip shop that is very highly recommended. Up the steps are a number of specialist shops. Personally, I thought they were very specialist, and not that browsable. At the top is zero-degrees brew-pub, producing its own Lagers of good quality, and apparently the food is OK as well. Basically, if you are nearby and looking for a decent beer or fish and chips, it's worth a visit, but otherwise, not particularly worth a detour.
Written January 19, 2006
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Goal100Countries
Cheltenham, UK596 contributions
Sep 2018 • Friends
The steps provide a blast from the past with its historical roots! The small independent shops scattered along the journey are cute and offer many small odds and end that are great gifts! The steps are well maintained but still have a rugged nature serving as a reminder of their age.
Written September 18, 2018
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