Useful Links

The following pages provide links to pages full of information that may be useful to you and answer some of the questions we are most frequently asked.

If you have any further questions, please contact us.

About Bristol

Information about the city, population, key industries, Bristol City Council and BusinessWest with quick links to other websites.

Accessibility

Information relating to access needs, awards and the Equality Act.

Fairtrade Bristol Network

Bristol is currently one of the leading Fairtrade Cities in the world.The Bristol Fairtrade Network is a group of local volunteers and businesses who support Fairtrade.

Green Business and Sustainability

Information about Bristol as the European Green Capital, the Green Tourism Business Scheme, links to help sustainable business and information about climate change.

National Living Wage

The National Living Wage become law in April 2016. This official site has a list of FAQs for both employers and employees.

Quality Assurance and Grading

For accommodation businesses, visitor attractions and conference venues.

National Code of Practice for Visitor Attractions

VisitEngland’s National Code of Practice for Visitor Attractions can help you demonstrate to your visitors that you take customer service seriously.

Research and Funding

An introduction to research and funding available to businesses. More information for Destination Bristol Members is available in the member's area. This includes detailed information about visitor statistics and the page is password protected.

Starting a Business, Planning and Legislation

An introductory guide and signposts to more information about necessary planning and legislation as well as specific guidelines to starting a business.

Further useful links for tourism related websites

• VisitBritain Corporate Site
• The Tourism Society