Ashton Gate Flea Market

Today, defying the "masive thunderstorm" which was supposed to hit Bristol at some point this weekend (read here), I went to the Flea Market to see if I could find any bargain for my Christmas presents. Finally, the storm did not strike Bristol, at least not so far, although we are having strong wind and rain every now and then. Tonight, perhaps...

There are several ways to go to Ashton Gate by public transport. I took the First Bus 76 and I got off in Bedminster, Parson Street West Street bus stop. From this point until Ashton Gate, there is a 10-minute walk. On the way back, I took the First Bus 24, which stops in Ashton Vale (Smyth Road), a minute walk from Ashton Gate, and goes straight to the city centre in 15 minutes. 

The Flea Market is on the East wing of Ashton Gate Stadium. In order to avoid surrounding the whole Stadium to search for the entrace (which is something I did), check the picture out. The entrances are marked with two red arrows.

There is a free parking in front of the Stadium which was half empty today at midday. If you come by car, you would be able to park it in that car park.

The ticket for the Flea Market is 2 pounds (children free). If you need cash, there is a cash machine in the Sainsbury's in front of Gore's Marsh Park or apparently another cash machine in somewhere at the north side of the Stadium (I just overheard somebody talking about it).

There are around 100 stalls with everything you can imagine. Most of the things selling at the market are old but not everything, which surprised me. There are some arts & craft makers selling their latest works too. If you are redecorating your place, it is worth having a look at the Flea Market as you will probably be able to find some bargains there. 

There are nice pieces of old restored furniture, decorative paintings and posters, flowers, postcards, old jewellery, vintage hats and clothes in general... and there is always something that you are not expecting to find. For me, it was a old wooden children dog you can see in the picture. Don't be afraid of making your offer, they are happy to haggle!

The Bristol Flea Market in Ashton Gate is held once a month during the whole year. Next one is 24th November. The one in County Ground is held a couple of times a year. Check the exact dates on the website.

Some weeks ago, I published a post for market lovers which you might be interested in: Bristol Market Lover's Guide

LINKS

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Bristol Flea Market: http://www.bristolfleamarket.co.uk/