County Court · South West
Bristol Civil and Family Justice Centre
2 Redcliff Street, Bristol, BS1 6GR
Hearing lists
The official service currently shows no Crown or magistrates' list for this court. We last checked on . Lists are not published on weekends and holidays, and some courts do not sit every day.
First names are masked: defendants appear as ******, or ****** SURNAME where the list gives one. Lists can change at short notice, so check the official list before you travel.
Plan your hearing day
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Map and getting there
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Aim to arrive at least 30 minutes before your hearing to allow for security checks.
Check you have the right building
Other courts close by, so you can be sure which one is on your paperwork:
- Bristol Crown Court – The Law Courts, Small Street, Bristol, BS1 1DA (0.4 km away)
- Bristol Magistrates' Court and Tribunals Hearing Centre – Marlborough Street, Bristol, BS1 3NU (0.8 km away)
Before you go
- Bring your court paperwork and photo ID.
- Expect airport-style security. Leave sharp or prohibited items at home.
- If you will be late or cannot attend, contact the court and your solicitor as soon as possible.
- Mobile phones must usually be silent, and recording is not allowed.
Venue details
Opening times
Contact
Telephone
Building facilities
- Parking
There is pay and display parking in Redcliff Street. NCP Public parking is also available at Redcliffe Parade, BS1 6SW and the Mall (Galleries) Shopping Centre, BS1 3XD.
- Disabled access
This court has disabled access and lift facilities.
- Hidden Disabilities Sunflower network
Lanyards available on request.
- Assistance dogs
Assistance and Guide dogs are welcome at this court.
- Hearing Loop
The building has a portable hearing enhancement system available by prior arrangement. Please contact the court by telephone or email to let us know of your requirements.
- Refreshments
Hot and cold vending facilities are located on the 1st floor District Judges reception area.
- Interview room
Interview rooms are available on all hearing floors.
- Children's waiting room
A children's room is available at this court.
- Baby changing facility
Baby changing facility available in this court.
- Prayer / Quiet room
A quiet contemplation room is available.
- Video facilities
Court/hearing room video conferencing facilities and prison to court video link facilities are available (by prior arrangement).
- Wireless network connection
Access to the Internet via WiFi is available at this court free of charge. This service will advertise itself on your device as GovWifi.
- Witness service
Support Through Court (previously known as the PSU) is available via their new on-line service: www.supportthroughcourt.org
This location handles
- Adoption
- Bankruptcy
- Childcare arrangements if you separate from your partner
- Divorce hearings
- Domestic abuse
- Claims against employers
- Female Genital Mutilation
- Financial Remedy
- Forced marriage
- High Court cases – serious or high profile criminal or civil law cases
- Housing
- Money claims
- Benefits
Scammers sometimes imitate court phone numbers: never pay anyone who contacts you unexpectedly.
What this court deals with
Bristol Civil and Family Justice Centre is classed as: County Court.
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Help and support
- Witness Service (Citizens Advice) – Free support for witnesses and victims at criminal courts.
- Legal aid (GOV.UK) – Check whether you can get help with legal costs.
- Citizens Advice – General advice on legal and other problems.
For journalists and observers
Check any reporting restrictions before publishing, and confirm details with the court. See our journalist guide and the public gallery guide.
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I find the hearing list for Bristol Civil and Family Justice Centre?
Official lists are published by HMCTS. Use the "View the official list" button on this page to go straight to the list page for Bristol Civil and Family Justice Centre.
Can I watch a hearing?
Most hearings in criminal and civil courts are open to the public, but some are private or restricted. Expect security screening on entry.
What should I do if I will be late or cannot attend?
Contact the court named on your paperwork and your solicitor (if you have one) as early as you can. Do not simply stay away.
Why can’t I find my case on the list?
See our guide on why a case may not be listed. Lists are published at different times and some hearings are never published.
Sources and updates
- Hearing lists: official list page for this court on the HMCTS Court and Tribunal Hearings service. Each list shows when HMCTS updated it and when we last checked. How we get our lists.
- Venue details: official Find a court or tribunal page (dataset checked 2026-10-04), live details last checked 13 Oct 2026.
- Court information is based on HM Courts & Tribunals Service data. Used under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
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