Goldney Hall

Goldney Hall is a self-catered hall of residence in the University of Bristol. It is one of three in the Clifton area of Bristol, England. The hall occupies part of the grounds of Goldney House, built in the 18th century and remodelled in the 1860s. The house and several garden features are listed structures, and the garden is designated Grade II* on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens. The Goldney family were Quakers but their beliefs did not prevent them developing a significant range of enterprises; ventures included: co-founding Goldney, Smith and Co., one of the first banks in Bristol, and funding several ships that took part in the Atlantic slave trade. The current house was built in 1724, and occupies a hilltop position overlooking the city of Bristol and Brandon Hill. The landscape garden is used for weddings and receptions. The main house is a Grade II listed building. Other facilities in the main house include a bar, library, common room and dark room. It also contains an ornate mahogany parlour complete with original wooden panelling dating back to 1725, which is reserved for meetings and special events.