Have your say on the future of Timber Mills, Fishponds 

Exciting plans are underway to transform a brownfield site at Goodneston Road into Timber Mills, a vibrant new neighbourhood for Fishponds. Developed by Castel, this project could deliver up to 1,600 much-needed homes, along with green spaces, community facilities, and improved transport links. Timber Mills is part of the wider Atlas Place Framework, supporting Bristol City Council’s Local Plan. 

Residents, businesses, and community groups are invited to help shape the proposals by attending upcoming community drop-in events or taking part in the online consultation. 

Join the conversation 

Two public drop-in events will give people the chance to explore the vision for Timber Mills, meet the project team, and share their thoughts: 

Dates and times:  

• Friday 21st March from 2:00pm to 7:30pm  
  
• Saturday 22nd March from 9:30am to 1:30pm 

 

Location: Fishponds Old Library, Fishponds Road, Bristol, BS16 3UH 

For those unable to attend, the plans will be available online from midday Monday 17th March at www.tmfishponds.co.uk, where residents can also complete a survey to provide feedback.  

Simon Crocker, Property Manager at Castel, said: “We’re excited to launch this consultation and hear from the local community about how Timber Mills can contribute positively to the future of Fishponds and Hillfields.  This is a fantastic opportunity to transform a well-connected brownfield site into a thriving, sustainable neighbourhood, and we want local people to help shape our plans. 

“Our vision is to create a community where people can live, work, and relax, with excellent connections to Bristol city centre and beyond. We encourage everyone to get involved, share their views, and be part of this conversation.” 

The consultation will highlight the key features of the Timber Mills development, including: 

• Up to 1,600 energy-efficient homes of various sizes and styles, including affordable homes to help meet Bristol’s housing needs. 
  
  
• A central green spine, pocket parks, and biodiverse areas to enhance wildlife habitats and provide recreation spaces. 
  
  
• Improved pedestrian and cycling routes, connections to the Bristol and Bath Railway Path, and easy access to public transport, encouraging greener travel. 
  
  
• New spaces for shops, services, and facilities to support Fishponds’ growing population. 

 

Feedback gathered during the consultation will play a crucial role in shaping the planning application for Timber Mills, which is expected to be submitted to Bristol City Council later this year. 

For more information, visit tmfishponds.co.uk or contact the project team at timbermills@jbp.co.uk or 0800 130 3270.