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We are the students and staff of OISE Bristol language school. Some students are here for just a week, others stay for months.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Where can I catch my bus home?


A. Ask your host family or reception which bus number you need.
Click on the bus below for a
map of the bus stops in the city centre.
The website for First Bus is http://www.firstgroup.com/ukbus/bristol_bath/
The website for Wessex Connect is  http://wessexconnect.com/




Q. Where can I buy an adapter?







A. At nomad on Park Street.


Click the picture to see the location on Google Maps.




Q. Where can I change money?










A. At American Express on Queen's Road.


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Q. Where's the nearest chemist / pharmacy?









A. Boots is just around the corner in the centre.


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Q. Where is the nearest Post Office?


A. Just across the centre, inside, at the back of the Co-operative in Baldwin Street.


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Q. What will the weather in Bristol be like this weekend?


A. Click on the picture to find out.




Q. Do you have the number of a taxi company?


A. Try Streamline Taxis on 0117 9264001. Click on the picture to go to their website.




Q. Where can I buy paper, pens and things like that for school?










A. Try Stationery World on Park Street.


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Q. Where can I buy presents for my family?

A. Try the Tourist Information Centre on the waterfront, next to the Watershed cinema.

Click on the picture to see the location on Google Maps.

Q. Where is the train station?
Click on the picture to see the location on Google Maps.
Bristol Temple Meads

Go to the First Great Western website for more information and to book tickets:
or phone National Rail Enquiries on 0845 7 48 49 50



Q. Where is the Bristol Bus and Coach Station?
Click on the picture to see the location on Google Maps.

Go to the National Express website for more information and to book tickets:


Q. What if I need a doctor?

A. If there is a medical emergency, dial 999 on your phone.
This is the number for an ambulance (a medical emergency), police and fire brigade. 
They will ask "Which service do you require?"

If it is not an emergency, you can go to the Bristol Walk-in Centre. They offer information and treatment, and you do not need an appointment.
It is open Monday to Saturday from 8am to 8pm
and Sundays and Bank Holidays from 10am to 6pm.

Click the picture to see the location on Google Maps.