Directions

Please note: if using Google Maps or  'sat-nav' we are incorrectly plotted; we are actually diagonally opposite where your device is likely to indicate, so please read the instructions in yellow below.

When visiting us Directions and a Map are available.  A printable version is also available here.

By Car

From the North and Midlands, take the M5 to junction 17. Follow the A4018 signposted to Clifton, A4176 for the Zoo and second left (after the Zoo) into Clifton Down. Follow through into Clifton Down Road and then Regent Street, past two zebra crossings into Clifton Hill. Emmaus House is on the corner of Clifton Hill and Hensman's Hill (where Regent Street ends and the level part of Clifton Hill begins).  The entrance to the drive and small car park* is immediately on the right just past Hensman's Hill.

From Wales take the M4 to junction 20 then the M5 South to junction 17. Then follow the A4018 signposted to Clifton (as above).

From Cornwall, Devon and Somerset take the M5 to junction 19. Follow the A369 to Clifton, crossing the Suspension Bridge (toll fee 50p), turn right at the next roundabout into Clifton Down Road and Regent Street (then as above).

From London and the East take the M4 to junction 19, and the M32 to the City Centre. Follow signs to the Bus Station and Bristol Royal Infirmary and on up to Clifton. Bear left at the Victoria Rooms (large fountains out front) into Queen's Road and all the way to the T-junction at the end. Turn left into Regent Street - Emmaus House is about 50 yards down on your right.

By Rail or Coach
Rail passengers are recommended to alight at Bristol Temple Meads Station - Bristol Parkway is further away on the outskirts of the city.  From Temple Meads or from Bristol Bus/Coach Station you have the choice of a taxi, or bus 8 to Clifton Village - alight at W H Smith in Clifton Down Road then proceed as in directions above. 

By Air
From Bristol International Airport there is a regular Flyer coach service to Bristol Temple Meads train station, Bristol Bus Station and other stops - please see:

A single taxi fare from the Airport to Emmaus House costs approximately £26 (as at March 2011).

Limited parking is available on site (including 2 spaces for disabled guests). Preference is given to people on residential retreats and courses. Alternative non-metered parking may be found in the vicinity to the side and rear of the House.