Bristol, History, Points of Interest, & County
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Bristol, city and unitary authority, southwestern England. It was part of the historic counties of Gloucestershire and Somerset until the creation of the county of Bristol (1373–1974) and then of the county of Avon (1974–96). When the county of Avon was abolished, Bristol became a unitary authority.
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12 Top-Rated Tourist Attractions in Bristol, England
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12 Top-Rated Tourist Attractions in Bristol, England
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Know Your Bristol: empowering community exploration and co-creation of local history and heritage
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Birthplace of a Nation's Music
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THE 10 BEST Bristol Sights & Historical Landmarks to Visit (2024)
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12 Top-Rated Tourist Attractions in Bristol, England
Bristol Historical & Preservation Society
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Bird's eye view of Bristol, R.I : 1877. Indexed for points of interest Bird's eye view of
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Bristol County Savings Bank