Henleaze facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Henleaze |
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 Boundaries of the city council ward. |
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| Population | 10,402 (2011.Ward) |
| OS grid reference | ST585769 |
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| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | BRISTOL |
| Postcode district | BS9 |
| Dialling code | 0117 |
| Police | Avon and Somerset |
| Fire | Avon |
| Ambulance | Great Western |
| EU Parliament | South West England |
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Henleaze is a friendly neighborhood in the northern part of Bristol, a big city in South West England. It's mostly a quiet, residential area with lots of houses. Many of these houses were built between the two World Wars. Some older streets from the Edwardian era (early 1900s) are also found here. Henleaze is close to other Bristol areas like Westbury on Trym and Horfield.
Until 2016, Henleaze was also the name of a special area called a "ward" for the Bristol City Council. A ward is like a local district that elects people to represent it in the city government. This ward included nearby places like Golden Hill and Westbury Park. Today, Henleaze is part of the larger Westbury-on-Trym and Henleaze ward.
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History of Henleaze
The name Henleaze likely comes from a person named Robert Henley. In 1659, he bought a property that became known as Henley's House. Later, this property was called Henleaze Park.
For a long time, Henleaze was a rural area. It was part of the parish of Westbury on Trym. In 1896, some land between Henleaze Road and Durdham Down was sold. This land was then used to build new homes. Most of the rest of the Henleaze area was developed in the 1920s.
Things to Do in Henleaze
Henleaze Lake: A Unique Swimming Spot
On the northern edge of Henleaze, you'll find Henleaze Lake. This lake is actually a former quarry that filled with water. It's now owned by the Henleaze Swimming Club, a charity since 2009. The club celebrated its 100th birthday in 2019! It's a popular spot for swimming.
Old Quarry Park: A Place to Play
Another old quarry in Henleaze was filled in and turned into a park. This park is now known as Old Quarry Park. It was recently updated with new play equipment, benches, and flower beds. This was made possible with help from a grant from the National Lottery.
Local Shops and Entertainment
Henleaze has many useful shops and places to visit. You can find newsagents for papers and magazines, bakeries for fresh bread, and supermarkets for groceries. There are also charity shops, where you can find unique items and support good causes.
For entertainment, Henleaze has a local library. There's also the Orpheus cinema, which is run by 'King' Harold and Scott Cinemas. The Den, a local spot, opened in 2007.
Sports Clubs in Henleaze
If you like sports, Henleaze has a couple of clubs. The Henleaze Old Boys Cricket Club started in 2005. Its members are mostly former students of Henleaze Junior School. They play cricket at the nearby Golden Hill Cricket ground.
There's also a busy Tennis Club located in Tennessee Grove. It has four outdoor courts. Plans have recently been approved to add floodlighting to one of the courts.
The Henleaze Society: Helping the Community
The Henleaze Society is a local group that helps improve the area. It's a charity. They send out a newsletter to keep people informed. They also keep an eye on new building plans and changes in transport and traffic. The society works to make sure Henleaze remains a great place to live. They even bought and look after a public defibrillator, which is a device that can help someone having a heart attack. In 1997, they named a small alley "Dogsmess Alley" to draw attention to a problem with dog fouling there.
Churches in Henleaze
Henleaze has a few churches. St Peter's is the local parish church. It was designed and built in 1926 by A. V. Gough. Trinity-Henleaze United Reformed Church was built earlier, in 1907. It was originally called Henleaze Congregational Church. Frank Wills, who designed many churches in Bristol, was its architect.
Historic Buildings in Henleaze
Some buildings in Henleaze are considered important because of their history or architecture. They are called "listed buildings." This means they are protected by law to make sure they are preserved.
- St Ursula's High School on Brecon Road dates back to the mid-1800s. It is a Grade II listed building.
- 12 The Drive, Greystone House is also a Grade II listed building.
- The Old Lodge was built around 1810 and is a Grade II listed building.
- A Local Hand Pump - Mid C19 cast iron. Round shaft and a long curved handle with a ball end located near 14 Eastfield is a Grade II listed structure.
- 20 Eastfield is a Grade II listed building.
- 10 Eastfield is also a Grade II listed building.
