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Why choose Bristol
Known as the capital of the South West, Bristol is a renowned centre of culture, business and education in the region.
- A smaller, friendlier city than London
- Just 90 minutes from London by train
- Close to the countryside and the coast
Bristol life
Enjoy studying in a beautiful, safe and lively city.
- Britain’s first cycling city
- With two universities and several colleges, Bristol has a large student population
- Diverse and multicultural, the city is well-known for its street art and music scenes
Just some of the reasons why Bristol is such a great destination
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- Festivals
There really is something for everyone.
Bristol has appeared alongside Buenos Aires, Cape Town and Washington DC as one of the top 10 cities to visit in the world. (DK's Eye Witness Travel Top 10 Cities).
Bristol is a large commercial centre and a very popular destination for relocating companies. The city has always offered attractive business opportunities within locally based companies such as Aardman Animations, BBC, BAE Systems, Rolls Royce, Lloyds TSB and Orange.
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