Filton local shops

Filton is a town shaped by engineering excellence. As home to the Bristol Aeroplane Company and the birthplace of Concorde, it was a hub of aviation expertise during the 20th century.

Today its local shops reflect a diverse and dynamic community offering a mix of practical services and independent shops.

What make Filton unique

Filton’s local shops are centred around Gloucester Road North and Church Road as well as in the Shield Centre.

You will find international food stores, cafes, barbers, pharmacies and specialist services catering to a broad population including students, professionals and long-standing residents.

Community life in Filton is supported by active local groups, green spaces like Elm Park and nearby cultural landmarks such as Aerospace Bristol.

Explore local businesses and traders

When you choose to visit Filton, you are investing in a community built on innovation and helping local businesses grow.

Getting to Filton

Filton is served by regular buses, and train services to Filton Abbeywood. Plan your journey by public transport.

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

There is free parking at Station Road car park. Find more information about local parking and charges on our car parks page.

Supporting the high street

We are proud to support the vibrancy and resilience of Filton’s local shops through a range of investments and community grants.

Recent initiatives include a mural inspired by the history of transport on the mobility hub and a creative map of the Filton area.

Filton has also benefitted from wayfinding signs to help people navigate the area and post-Covid 19 funding to support local businesses.

Discover more about Filton

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

Filton Town Council
Filton Community Garden
Shield Retail Centre