Downend High Street

Downend is a welcoming suburb known for its tree-lined streets, local businesses and strong community connections.

Once part of the ancient parish of Mangotsfield, Downend has grown into a lively neighbourhood with a high street that blends everyday essentials with independent charm.

What makes Downend unique

Downend’s high street features a diverse mix of established independent businesses, supermarkets and specialist services.

You will find florists, cafes and restaurants as well as businesses offering financial services, health and wellbeing support, and hair and beauty treatments.

Throughout the year vibrant floral displays provide a backdrop to community events including summer fairs and food markets.

The area’s strong local spirit makes it an inviting destination for residents and visitors keen on celebrating its heritage and creativity.

Explore local businesses and traders

Choosing to visit Downend keeps the high street booming and supports the workers and community behind every shopfront.

Getting to Downend

You can get to Downend by public transport.

Discover cycle routes you can use to get to Downend and nearby walking routes.

There is free parking in the public car park behind the high street which can be accessed from Cleeve Hill Extension or Downend Road.

Supporting the high street

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

Recent initiatives include the installation of wayfinding signs to help residents and visitors navigate the high street and surrounding area.

The high street has also benefitted from funding for new planting schemes as well as post-Covid 19 funding to support local businesses and 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 Downend high street remains a lively and inclusive destination.

Discover more about Downend

Learn more about Downend including information about events, individual businesses and community groups:

Downend & Bromley Heath Parish Council
Downend & Bromley Heath in Bloom (Facebook)
Cleeve Wood Road Shops