BOOK: Bedminster

The rich and complex history of Bristol’s famous southern suburb comes to life in this collection of old photographs, postcards and drawings. The development of the local coalfield caused a population explosion: from 3,000 in 1801 to 78,000 in 1884. Bedminster became a power-house of industry manned by a huge workforce packed into terraced housing. The late, great Anton Bantock has superbly chronicled Bedminster’s story, its colourful characters and its achievements. (128 pages / Paperback)