Cleeve Wood Road Shops

25/09/2026

Thank you to the Downend Voice for the mention of the new book exchange in their latest edition. 📚🥰

21/09/2026

Lincombe Barn Needs Your Help 1st November 2026.

15/09/2026

West 70 Photography in Cleeve Wood are hosting a really interesting talk in October, with limited tickets remaining.

Looking for something unique to do in Bristol this October in the run up to Halloween and spooky season? 📸👻🎃

Grab a ticket, pull up a seat in our studio, and settle in for a captivating talk on Victorian spirit photography with historian Dr Helen Frisby - an internationally recognised expert on the history and folklore of death and funeral customs, author of Traditions of Death and Burial, and a regular commentator on television and radio.

Between 1860 and 1940, spirit photography swept the globe, with camera operators claiming to capture deceased "extras" alongside the living. Was it clever darkroom trickery, outright fraud or a profound expression of hope and ritual?

Your £10 ticket includes: An illustrated talk & live Q&A, Complimentary tea or coffee on arrival (snacks & extra drinks available to buy), a chance to meet Dr Helen and buy a signed book plus exclusive studio photoshoot offers for attendees

Don't miss out! Head to our website to read the full evening schedule and book your tickets: https://www.west70.co.uk/spiritphotography.

07/09/2026

We're thrilled to announce that our new community book exchange at the Cleeve Wood Road shops is officially installed and ready to use!

This fantastic little library has been brought to life thanks to a brilliant community effort. A huge thank you goes to Men in Sheds Downend for their incredible craftsmanship in building and installing such a sturdy, beautiful unit. We're also deeply grateful to the Downend & Bromley Heath Parish Council for supporting this project with grant funding.

You can find the book exchange right around the side of Cleevewood Pharmacy. We specifically chose this spot because it sits on flat, level ground, making it easily accessible for everyone, whether you're pushing a pram or using a mobility aid. It's also fully covered by CCTV and sits right next to the defibrillator, making it a safe, convenient addition to our local rank.

At its heart, this project is all about fostering a love of reading and building a stronger sense of community. The idea is simple: take a book that catches your eye, and leave one behind for someone else to enjoy when you can. Whether you're looking for a quick beach read, something for the kids or a hidden gem, there's a little something for everyone.

As it's just been installed, we'd love a few books to be dropped off to help build up our initial collection! If you have a couple of spare reads at home, please do feel free to pop them on the shelves. To keep the space tidy and easy for everyone to browse, we kindly ask that you only leave a few titles at a time. If you notice the shelves are already full, please hang onto your books until your next visit when some space has cleared, or take your pick from a few titles to make some space!

Next time you're visiting the shops, pop round, have a browse, and help us keep the story going! 😍📚

14/08/2026

🎉 WE’RE TURNING 2! 🎉 This Sunday 16th August !
Come celebrate King George V Pavilion’s 2nd Birthday! 🥳

📅 Sunday 16th August | 11am–5pm
📍 Downend, BS16 6QW

🛍️ 40+ stalls | 🎵 music | 🏰 Bouncy castles | 🍔 Food & family fun!

Bring the family & join the celebration! 💙

10/08/2026

08/08/2026

We’re aware of a water leak in the street outside the front of the shops. It has been reported to Bristol Water who are sending someone out as soon as they’re able. Thanks.

06/08/2026

Dog owner ordered to pay £822 for breaching Public Space Protection Order.

A Downend man was ordered to pay £822 after pleading guilty to failing to clean up after his dog. Following reports of repeated dog fouling outside shops on Cleeve Wood Road, enforcement action was taken to help keep public spaces cleaner and safer for residents, businesses and the wider community.

Find out more about the prosecution and how to report dog fouling and other waste-related offences 👇
https://sites.southglos.gov.uk/newsroom/environment/downend-man-prosecuted-following-dog-fouling-offences/

27/07/2026

27/06/2026

A big thank you to the group of volunteers from businesses within the rank of shops who gave up their time this morning to help tidy up the area around the front of the Cleeve Wood Road shops. This included weeding, strimming, tree pruning, litter picking and so much more general tidying and clearing up. The space looks SO much better for it.

In no particular order thanks to the following for their help: Webbs Flowers, M Coleman Estate Agents, Four Seasons Chinese Takeaway, Webber & Spencer Ltd, West 70 Photography, Cleevewood Pharmacy, Style Collection, Downend Bikes & Scooters Ltd along with Co-Op Funeralcare and AG Surveys.

If you are interested in helping out in the future as a local resident, please keep an eye out on this page. We will share future events and welcome anyone from the local community to join and lend a hand.