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Address, contact details and practical information for Bristol Civil and Family Justice Centre in Bristol.
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National Contact Centre for Civil & Family Court - Monday to Friday 8:30am-5pm
DX: 95903 Bristol 3 · civil
DX: 95905 Bristol 3 · family
Digital process for case numbers starting with C5
Check the entrance and address against your appointment or hearing notice. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Open a larger mapFor an in-person hearing at Bristol Civil and Family Justice Centre, start with the address and time on your hearing notice. Plan the journey to BS1 6GR and allow extra time for the security checks at the entrance.
Family hearings can involve sensitive personal information. The judge decides who may attend, and different rules can apply to different hearings. Check arrangements for a supporter, children or a separate waiting area with the court in advance.
Bring your hearing notice, case reference and the documents you have been asked to provide. Keep important papers organised so you can find them during the hearing. Check the court’s security rules before packing food, drinks or other items, and put your phone on silent before entering a hearing room.
The court lists children's waiting room, baby changing facility, disabled access, hearing loop among its facilities. The descriptions below explain what is available. If you need an adjustment, contact the court beforehand so staff can discuss the arrangements for your visit.
Follow the signs to security, then find reception or an usher. Give your case reference if asked and check the courtroom or waiting area. If you do not understand a practical instruction, ask staff to explain it. Tell the usher if you need a break, assistance or cannot hear what is being said.
Check before bringing a supporter or child. Public access and permission for supporters depend on the type of hearing and any order made by the judge. A person accompanying you is not automatically allowed to speak for you.
Contact the court using the number for your type of case and tell your legal representative as soon as possible. Explain the problem and follow the court’s instructions. Do not assume that sending a message changes the hearing date.
Use the venue on your current hearing notice. Buildings can handle different types of work, and a listing on this directory does not confirm where an individual case will be heard. Telephone and video hearings have separate joining instructions.
General preparation guidance; the court’s instructions for your hearing take priority. Read the attending-court guide and official sources.
8:30am to 4pm (9am to 4pm Thursday)
9:30am to 2pm (High Court and Administrative Court 4pm)
Monday to Friday 8.30am to 5pm for civil and family queries (except Business and Property Court and Court of Protection which are open 9am to 4pm)
Employment Tribunal telephones are open 9am to 4pm
Building and counter opening times may differ from your hearing time. Follow the time and venue on your hearing notice.
Use the postcode BS1 6GR to plan your journey, then check the building name and entrance against your court letter.
Directions open in Google Maps. Check live services, parking charges and accessibility with the transport operator. Allow time for court security.
Lanyards available on request.
A quiet contemplation room is available.
A children's room is available at this court.
Baby changing facility available in this court.
This court has disabled access and lift facilities.
There is pay and display parking in Redcliff Street. NCP Public parking is also available at Redcliffe Parade, BS1 6SW and the Mall (Galleries) Shopping Centre, BS1 3XD.
Interview rooms are available on all hearing floors.
Hot and cold vending facilities are located on the 1st floor District Judges reception area.
Access to the Internet via WiFi is available at this court free of charge. This service will advertise itself on your device as GovWifi.
Support Through Court (previously known as the PSU) is available via their new on-line service: www.supportthroughcourt.org
Assistance and Guide dogs are welcome at this court.
The building has a portable hearing enhancement system available by prior arrangement. Please contact the court by telephone or email to let us know of your requirements.
Court/hearing room video conferencing facilities and prison to court video link facilities are available (by prior arrangement).
Contact the court before your visit if you need an adjustment, interpretation or other support. A listed facility does not confirm it is available for your particular hearing.
Use your hearing notice to confirm which court is dealing with your case.
Solicitor office
BRISTOL · BS1 6TP · 0.0 miles away
Intellectual Property · Property - Residential · Probate and Estate Administration · Employment · Litigation - Other · Wills, Trusts and Tax Planning · Financial Advice and Services (Regulated by SRA) · Property - Commercial · Commercial / Corporate Work for Non-Listed Companies and Other · Commercial / Corporate Work for Listed Companies · Planning
Solicitor office
BRISTOL · BS1 6HU · 0.1 miles away
Litigation - Other · Property - Residential · Employment · Property - Commercial · Arbitration and alternative dispute resolution · Personal Injury · Commercial / Corporate Work for Listed Companies · Commercial / Corporate Work for Non-Listed Companies and Other · Wills, Trusts and Tax Planning
Solicitor office
Bristol · BS1 6BN · 0.1 miles away
Arbitration and alternative dispute resolution · Children · Commercial / Corporate Work for Non-Listed Companies and Other · Landlord and Tenant (Commercial and Domestic) · Property - Residential · Planning · Litigation - Other · Employment · Intellectual Property · Immigration · Probate and Estate Administration · Family / Matrimonial · Property - Commercial · Wills, Trusts and Tax Planning · Non-Litigation - Other · Commercial / Corporate Work for Listed Companies
Solicitor office
Bristol · BS1 6BY · 0.1 miles away
Litigation - Other · Commercial / Corporate Work for Non-Listed Companies and Other · Personal Injury · Wills, Trusts and Tax Planning · Employment · Children · Property - Commercial · Family / Matrimonial
Legal-aid provider
Bristol · BS1 6BX · 0.1 miles away
Crime: appeals and reviews · Crime: investigation and proceedings
Legal-aid provider
Bristol · BS1 6BX · 0.1 miles away
Claims against public authorities · Community Care · Education · Family · Public Law
Legal-aid provider
Bristol · BS1 1DE · 0.3 miles away
Crime: appeals and reviews · Crime: investigation and proceedings · Family
Distances are straight-line distances from the listed court coordinates, within 30 km. Listings are not recommendations. Ask each provider about your case, funding and availability.