Help make a better Bristol
Bristol Civic Society is an independent, voluntary organisation that exists to improve Bristol’s built environment and celebrate its heritage. We are an active and friendly society with over 600 members.
Our next event
Members’ views on the City Centre: 22nd September 2026
An exploratory meeting for members to express their views about Bristol City Centre.
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Our latest news
Those pesky advertisements
A planning application for a large monopole advertising board in Malago Road is now on appeal, having been refused by the Council.
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Leslie Macdonald
A blue plaque on Durdham Down near the water tower commemorates a test flight made by a young pilot, Leslie Macdonald in a Bristol Boxkite aircraft.
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What we do
We influence the city’s evolution as a great place to live through our groups, campaigns and projects.
We celebrate Bristol’s people and places and keep our members engaged and informed.