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Factory No. 1, Bristol, BS3 4HH

A gated community of stylish 1 & 2 bedroom apartments set around private gardens at the former Grade II listed tobacco factory

Prices from £275,000 to £460,000

£20,000 to spend your way, available on selected plots, for a limited time only!*

£20,000 to spend your way, available on selected plots, for a limited time only!*

OVER 87% NOW SOLD OUT, FINAL PHASE JUST LAUNCHED

Live in a beautifully crafted home, built by an award-winning developer. City & Country have been named Whathouse? Housebuilder of the Year 2024.

Factory No.1 is an award-winning residential development of conversion and new build homes located at the gateway to Bedminster.

Formerly the first tobacco factory of W.D and H.O Wills, a new chapter has started for the historic site, with 1 & 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom penthouses for sale in Bristol. Urban homes are being crafted from the former factory’s buildings, alongside five new build apartment buildings, all set around the communal courtyard gardens. These apartments boast light-filled interiors and a premium, fully-inclusive specification throughout with allocated parking provided to selected homes.

An urban oasis in every sense, Factory No.1 benefits from beautifully landscaped outside spaces and pretty terrace gardens, but at the same time offers the reassurance that when you need it, the city centre is close at hand. For convenience and peace of mind, residents at this secure gated development can make use of the on-site concierge.

Located on East Street, Factory No.1 is just a short walk from North Street and its array of independent bars, shops and restaurants, as well as Bristol Temple Meads Station with regular train services to London or Cardiff.

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*Terms & conditions apply and can not be used in conjunction with any other incentive, to find out more click here.**Price correct at time of publication & subject to availability. 

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City & Country crowned Housebuilder of the Year 2024

City & Country has gone for gold, securing victory for a third year in a row at this year’s esteemed Whathouse? Awards winning Housebuilder of the Year, as well as Gold for Best Medium Housebuilder.

The awards were presented by actor James Nesbitt, bringing together over 1,300 industry professionals at the JW Marriott Grosvenor House hotel in London

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HOME OF THE WEEK

PLOT 4211
2 Bedrooms | 840 sq ft | £425,000

*£20,000 to spend your way!^
*West facing balcony
*Ready to move in

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City & Country win Gold! 

City & Country have won the In-House Research Ltd Gold Award for Customer Satisfaction 2025!

This is a significant achievement and a major step forward in our commitment to delivering exceptional customer service. We’re especially proud to have achieved an outstanding 95.5% recommendation rate from our customers, reflecting the trust and satisfaction they have in our homes and service.

Available at Factory No.1

LARGE BALCONY

Watkins House (Plot 5307) – New Build

£280,000

1 Third Floor 516 Sq. Ft
WEST FACING BALCONY

Watkins House (Plot 5305) – New Build

£365,000

2 Third Floor 727 Sq. Ft
TOP FLOOR

Watkins House (Plot 5405) – New Build

£375,000

2 Fourth Floor 727 Sq. Ft
£20K TO SPEND YOUR WAY^

Wills House (Plot 4211) – New Build

£425,000

2 Second Floor 840 Sq. Ft
PARKING INCLUDED

Watkins House (Plot 5204) – New Build

£460,000

2 Second Floor 956 Sq. Ft
WEST FACING

Watkins House (Plot 5106) – New Build

£275,000

1 First Floor 508 Sq. Ft
PARKING INCLUDED

Watkins House (Plot 5104) – New Build

£445,000

2 First Floor 934 Sq. Ft
IMPRESSIVE TERRACE SPACE

Watkins House (Plot 5101) – New Build

£435,000

2 First Floor 789 Sq. Ft
DUPLEX APARTMENT WITH PARKING

Watkins House (Plot 5002) – New Build

£450,000

2 Ground Floor 925 Sq. Ft
£20K TO SPEND YOUR WAY^

Wills House (Plot 4202) – New Build

£415,000

2 Second Floor 769 Sq. Ft
BALCONY OVERLOOKING GARDENS

Wills House (Plot 4203) – New Build

£400,000

2 Second Floor 742 Sq. Ft
PARKING INCLUDED

Wills House (Plot 4204) – New Build

£440,000

2 Second Floor 906 Sq. Ft
FINAL PENTHOUSE APARTMENT

Wills House (Plot 4404) – New Build

£400,000

2 Fourth Floor 774 Sq. Ft
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Specification

Kitchens

Kitchens

  • Contemporary linear kitchen with burnished brass handles
  • Quartz worktops, splashback & upstands
  • SMEG single oven to all apartments
  • SMEG combi microwave oven to 2 & 3-bedroom apartments
  • Integrated SMEG dishwasher & fridge/freezer

 

Principal En-Suites

Principal En-Suites

  • Wall hung Roca Gap sanitaryware
  • Vado Elements brushed gold brassware
  • Roca matt black flush plate
  • Anthracite heated towel rail
  • Retro anthracite porcelain floor & wall tiles
  • Matt black shaver socket

2nd Bathrooms

2nd Bathrooms

  • Wall hung Roca Gap sanitaryware
  • Vado Elements chrome brassware
  • Roca chrome flush plate
  • Anthracite heated towel rail
  • Porcelain floor & wall tiles
  • Chrome shaver socket

Interior Finishes & Fittings

Interior Finishes & Fittings

  • Luxury Amtico flooring to the main hallway & most living areas*
  • 100% wool carpets in light grey to bedrooms
  • Floor tiling to bathrooms & en-suites
  • Fitted wardrobes to principal bedrooms with internal lighting
  • Dressing rooms feature hanging rails & shelves

*Please ask a Sales Executive for more details

Detailing

Detailing

  • Modern ironmongery with brushed steel finish
  • Conversion homes
    • Traditional panel doors & skirting
    • Restored wood panelling & feature fireplaces to apartments R107, R111, R112, R113 & R207
    • Detailed ornate ceilings to apartments R107 & R207
  • New build homes
    • Modern doors & shadow gap skirting

Electrical & Lighting

Electrical & Lighting

  • Combination of recessed downlights & pendant light fittings throughout the property; ceiling pendants to all living/dining areas & bedrooms
  • Communal satellite dish
  • Internal cabling to receive a full range of broadband, digital television signals (satellite and terrestrial) & DAB/FM radio to allow for easy installation of broadband, digital & satellite television

Heating

Heating

  • Radiators & hot water powered by a communal wet heating system
  • SALUS Quantum smart thermostat^
  • Conversion homes
    • Painted column radiators to panelled kitchen/living/dining rooms

^SALUS Smart Home Universal Gateway to be purchased by homeowner if full smart functions required

Ultrafast Broadband & TV Networks

Ultrafast Broadband & TV Networks

Fibre to the Home from Open Fibre Networks (OFNL) are providing access to multiple service providers connected to its network of end-to-end fibre optic cables. The infrastructure allows increasing bandwidth requirements, allowing you to perform multiple online tasks simultaneously. A range of television services are accessible via the different broadband providers. Please ask for further details.

Security

Security

Factory No.1 is a secure gated development with CCTV covering each of the various pedestrian and vehicular entrances

Concierge service during specified working hours (which will vary according to stage of development)

Video activated door entry to communal areas where applicable

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  • Culture

    In recent years Bedminster has created a name for itself as a hub of creativity for artists, developing its own distinctive character. It is hard to walk far without spying the conspicuous works of art by talented local street artists, including the world-famous Banksy. The Upfest Gallery on North Street is Bristol’s longest running urban art gallery and most years it hosts UPFEST, Europe’s largest street art festival.

  • Connectivity

    For destinations that can’t be reached on foot or by bike, there is an excellent network of bus routes across the city. Regular train services run to both London and Exeter from nearby Bristol Temple Meads Station. Bedminster Station offers services to Cardiff, Exeter and Taunton, while a local service between Bristol Parkway and Weston-Super-Mare calls at Bedminster every hour during the week.

  • Cafes & Bars

    There is no shortage of places to eat, shop and hang out in Bedminster. A thriving nightlife scene is supported by numerous restaurants, bars and cafés, from international groups to independent start-ups. The local restaurants serve a wide range of cuisine to indulge in.

  • Convenience

    A short walk away is North Street with its collection of independent shops and eateries. East Street itself offers an assortment of shops perfect for all your grocery needs. Close by is the summer hotspot of Victoria Park, whilst Bedminster Station is just around the corner.

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Landscaped Gardens

Beautiful landscaped gardens consist of fine lawns, ornamental planting, hedges and several species of trees. This private oasis creates attractive outside spaces set back from the busy high street, where residents can relax and revive.

Parking

The parking area beneath Tobacco Store is concealed by the gardens, providing secure parking for many residents. There is also the opportunity to upgrade to an electric car charging point, subject to availability. *Image is indicative

Imperial Arcade

Located directly below Consort and Regent House is the rejuvenated arcade, which houses creative workspaces, alongside new retail units. The space pays homage to the local area’s arts community, having been adorned with the artwork of local street artist SP:Zero.

Concierge Service

The on-site concierge is on hand to assist with daily tasks, providing residents with peace of mind and a well-managed environment.

Site Plan

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Anything this quality that I had looked at before was much further out of Bristol. The finish of the homes City & Country has created here is exceptional – my one-bedroom flat is a huge space and the ceilings and large windows make it feel so spacious. Alex Winn Resident at Factory No.1

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Brochures

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Factory No. 1 Location

Factory No. 1 Marketing Suite
Imperial Arcade
East Street
Bedminster
Bristol
BS3 4HH

Directions

Call 01174 536 983

Our Marketing Suite and Show Homes are open daily, from 10am to 5pm. Contact the Sales Team to book your appointment.

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Bristol Loaf - 0 miles

This ethical and sustainable artisan bakery handcrafts the tastiest breads as well as savouries, pastries and cakes using the highest quality, organic ingredients sourced as locally and ethically as possible. The café also offers delicious coffee served by trained extract baristas and natural organic wines.

The Toast Room - 0 miles

The Toast Room, inspired from European café culture, is a family run establishment which offers coffee and locally sourced light bites on toast.

The Steam Crane - 0.3 miles

This stylish vintage styled pub, serves a variety of drinks including local beers and cask ales alongside classic bar snacks.

Coffee55 - 0.4 miles

A speciality coffee shop serving high quality, affordable coffee sourced from local roasters in the South-West.

North St Standard - 0.4 miles

North St Standard is an independent restaurant, serving breakfast and lunch Tuesday-Sunday.

Albatross Café - 0.5 miles

This local, independent café serves locally roasted coffee alongside locally baked cakes and its seasonal menu.

Tobacco Factory - 1 mile

This multi-purpose building features a variety of establishments including a vibrant Café Bar and provides a combination of food, drink, music and art, as well as a Sunday market.

East Street - 0.1 mile

East Street offers an assortment of shops perfect for all your grocery needs.

West Street - 0.6 miles

Similar to East Street, West Street has a high concentration of family butchers, bakers, jewellers, antique shops, vintage boutiques.

North Street - 0.8 miles

North Street further boasts a range of independent and local based stores including Hugos, an independent Greengrocer, which seeks to source all fresh fruit and vegetables locally.

Ashton Gate Primary School - 1.1 miles

Cleve House (Private Preparatory) - 1.7 miles

Colston's School (Private Preparatory and Secondary) - 3.7 miles

Bristol Grammar School - 1.5 miles

St Mary Redcliffe and Temple School (State Secondary) - 0.5 miles

Bristol Cathedral Choir School (State Secondary) - 1.1 mile

Clifton College (Private Secondary) - 3.6 miles

University of Bristol - 1.6 miles

University of the West of England - 5.5 miles

Windmill Hill City Farm - 0.1 mile

Windmill Hill City Farm is a 4.5 acre green space offering education, recreation and therapy to the community.

The farm has a range of on-site facilities, including:

  • On-site café
  • Farm shop
  • Children’s nursery
  • Community and kitchen gardens
  • Variety of farm animals
  • Picnic and play areas

Luxe Fitness - 0.1 miles

Luxe Fitness is a 24 hour boutique gym, housed in a grade II listed building in Bedminster.

Victoria Park - 0.3 miles

A large, open green space in Bedminster which has a selection of facilities and features, including:

  • Cafe
  • Under 12s Play Area
  • Tennis Courts
  • Five-a-Side Area
  • Bowling Green

Bristol South Swimming Pool - 0.3 miles

Bristol South is one of Bristol’s most historically significant pools and is housed in a Grade II listed building. The 30.5 m pool is available for a range of activities, including award-winning swimming lessons.

Bristol Pilates Studio - 0.6 miles

Bristol Pilates Studio is a classical studio located in the heart of south Bristol.

Bristol Escape Rooms - 0.6 miles

Bristol Escape Rooms involves players solving a series of puzzles, with their team, using clues and hints.

Broad Plain Rugby and Football Club - 0.7 miles

Broad Plain Rugby and Football Club is a family friendly rugby club, open to adults and children of all abilities.

Upfest Gallery - 0.7 miles

Bristol’s longest running urban art gallery holds regular exhibitions, with work from some of the top local, national and international graffiti and street artists.

Bristol Aquarium - 0.8 miles

Bristol’s largest aquarium features over 40 naturally-themed displays hosting a range of aquatic creatures including Tropical Sharks &, Rays, Bristol aquarium also holds a botanical house hosting hundreds of exotic plant and tree species.

Tobacco Factory Theatres - 0.9 miles

Tobacco Factory Theatres provides an outlet for creative individuals, offering opportunities to learn and share ideas as an inclusive community. There are a variety of performances available for the public to see as well as artist development schemes available.

ODEON Bristol - 1.1 miles

SUP Bristol - 1.2 miles

SUP Bristol is an award-winning stand up paddle boarding centre offering coaching by world-class professionals.

Ashton Gate Stadium - 1.3 miles

Home to Bristol City Football Club and Bristol Bears. The stadium also has a wide range of function rooms for corporate or private hire.

Bedminster Cricket Club - 2.4 miles

One of the Premier clubs in the South West, offering opportunities for both senior and youth cricket.

David Lloyd Bristol Long Ashton - 2.6 miles

Set in a leafy spot south-west of the city, this health club’s excellent racquets facilities are matched by cutting-edge gym, swimming and group exercise options. In addition to this, their Clubroom, crèche and free parking make David Lloyd Bristol Long Ashton far more than just a gym.

Bedminster Station - 0.2 miles

Bristol Temple Meads Station - 1 mile

Bristol Temple Meads to London Paddington (direct train) – 1h 36 minutes

Bristol Airport - 6.7 miles

M32 - 2.0 miles

M4 - 6.8 miles (via M32)

M5 - 10.3 miles

Factory No.1 is a Beacon of Bristol’s Industrial Past

The rich history of this Bristol development makes it a compelling and interesting place to live. Located on the site of what was once a medieval hospital and then a tannery, the building is better known for being the first factory of tobacco importers and manufacturers, W.D & H.O Wills.

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“The lively, trendy feel of Bedminster was the biggest factor in choosing to buy here, it really reminded me of home…”

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Central Landscaped Gardens

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Historic Site

City Centre

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We look forward to welcoming you to Factory No. 1, Bedminster’s 'eye-catching', exciting new development consisting of conversion and new build apartments. Designed around a hidden oasis of open space and landscaped gardens. This gated development is the new address for urban living. Vikki Osborne, Sarah Stubbs, Cilla O’Reilly & Emma Arkwell Sales Executives at Factory No. 1 Make An Enquiry