Chipping Sodbury High Street | BETA - South Gloucestershire Council

Row of shops along the high street including Chipping Sodbury Pharmacy. Cars are parked in front of the shops.

Founded in the 12th century, Chipping Sodbury is a picturesque market town steeped in medieval history.

Situated on the edge of the Cotswolds, the town has one of the widest streets in England. The broad street layout was designed to host bustling markets which is a tradition that continues today.

What makes Chipping Sodbury unique

The town’s traditional architecture, long-standing independent businesses and regular community events reflect a strong local spirit.

You will find butchers, bakers, greengrocers, coffee shops, pubs, restaurants, and one-of-a-kind boutiques alongside well-known high street names. Residents will also find specialist businesses offering financial services, health and wellbeing support and hair and beauty treatments.

The farmers and artisan markets and annual community events such as the Big Lunch and the town festival are a key part of life in Chipping Sodbury.

Explore local businesses and traders

Choosing to shop locally means less travel, less waste and more support for the people around you.

Getting to Chipping Sodbury

You can get to Chipping Sodbury by public transport.

Located on the Frome Valley Walkway and close to the Cotswold Way, the town and surrounding area are pleasant to explore on foot and by bike. Discover local walking guides and cycle routes.

There is free parking on the high street and in the public car park off Barnhill Road. Find out more about council car parks and charges in neighbouring areas.

Supporting the high street

We are proud to support the vibrancy and resilience of Chipping Sodbury high street through a range of investments and community grants.

Recent initiatives include the installation of wayfinding signs and the creation of paper maps to help people find their way around the town centre.

The high street has also benefitted from funding to support local businesses and community groups to move into empty shops, new planting schemes, and post-Covid 19 funding to encourage people back to the area.

These initiatives, funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and administered by the West of England Mayoral Combined Authority, will help make sure Chipping Sodbury high street remains a lively and inclusive destination.

Discover more about Chipping Sodbury

Learn more about the town by visiting:

Chipping Sodbury Tourist Information Centre
Sodbury Town Council