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The stunning 6 O’clock Gin at The Glassboat(Image: 6 O’clock Gin)<\/p>\nFrom salons to boutique townhouse stays, and Bristol’s winning bar venueThe stunning 6 O’clock Gin at The Glassboat(Image: 6 O’clock Gin)<\/p>\n
The recent Muddy Stilettos Awards shone a light on a number of local Bristol businesses, this week.<\/p>\n
It also named Bristol gin bar 6 O’Clock Gin at The Glassboat<\/a> among the best bar in the country, taking the crown in its category at the regional awards ceremony<\/a>.<\/p>\n But this year’s list included a vast number of Bristol businesses in amongst the finalists, in categories including yoga\/pilates studio, sport<\/a> and fitness instructor, hair salon, children’s business, boutique stay, and beauty<\/a> salon.<\/p>\n So we thought we would compile a list of them all, so our Bristol readers can check them out next time their in the market for one of their services.<\/p>\n The Awards, now in their 12th year, saw some half a million votes cast this year by readers of the award-winning lifestyle website Muddy Stilettos<\/a>, and this year’s awards have been dubbed the most popular to date, reaching more than 11 million people nationally in eight weeks.<\/p>\n Here are Bristol’s finalists and what previous customers have said about them…<\/p>\n Sona Pilates<\/p>\n Address<\/strong>: 253 Wells Road, Knowle, BS4 2PH<\/p>\n Sona Pilates<\/a> offers online pilates classes, as well as in-person classes at its Bristol pilates studio.<\/p>\n It currently boasts a five-star Google rating. One review reads: “I started Pilates at Sona Pilates a year ago as a complete novice, and have fallen in love with Pilates and Sona Pilates.<\/p>\n “There are a huge range of classes to choose from each week. Leanne is a wonderful teacher – so enthusiastic, encouraging and always ready for a giggle!<\/p>\n “I always finish a class with a sense of achievement. And the Sona Community means there is the feel of a live class at your local studio while also the convenience being at home.”<\/p>\n Sarah W\u00e4sser PT<\/p>\n Address<\/strong>: 31 Laurie Crescent, BS9 4SZ<\/p>\n Sarah<\/a> is described as offering ‘realistic, achievable health and fitness coaching that fits around your schedule’, through personal training, small group training, pilates, mobility training, and wellness coaching.<\/p>\n With a five-star Google rating, one review reads: “Sarah is by far one of the most reliable, professional, kind, high-spirited, and motivating people I have ever worked with.<\/p>\n “I have been training with Sarah since the beginning of April this year (2022) and already feel stronger an more confident about myself.<\/p>\n “She keeps me motivated all the time and is always available to talk to and give feedback & advice.<\/p>\n “Sarah has also provided ample nutritional info & advice and is always flexible with her schedule in order to fit in her clients needs. I strongly recommend Sarah without any hesitation!”<\/p>\n Lori Lori Address<\/strong>: 23 Chandos Road, Redland, BS6 6PG<\/p>\n Described as ‘an eco-friendly hair salon in Redland, where beauty meets sustainability’, Lori Lori<\/a> offers cuts, styles, treatments and colours.<\/p>\n It too boasts a five-star Google rating, with one reviewer writing: “Going to Lori Lori is like a warm hug!<\/p>\n “I actually used to loathe going to the hairdressers. Always used to feel like it was such a big chunk of time I would never get back but since going to Lori (at least 5 years if not much more!!) it feels like time well spent!<\/p>\n “The hair goes without saying, and I am always complemented, but it\u2019s the company and camaraderie created by Lori and now Hannah that gives me the satisfaction of spending large chunks of time in the salon!<\/p>\n “Now my whole family is involved and my girls both boast Lori Lori hair from the amazing talent of both Loren and Hannah. Thank you girls.”<\/p>\n ILO<\/p>\n Address<\/strong>: 240-248 West Street, Bedminster, BS3 3NE<\/p>\n ILO<\/a> is a ‘joyful, sustainable fashion’ brand and clothing store for children, born from owner Violeta Llano’s love for organic, comfortable and fun clothing which she believes “every child deserves”.<\/p>\n Another five-star rated Google business, one reviewer says: “We’ve got quite a collection of ILO clothing now, and we love it!<\/p>\n “Not only are they nice to look at, they are super soft and practical and they last longer than 1 year. My son is on his second winter of his romper, or it might be third!? AND it’s organic. Yes!! Lovely brand, lovely people, lovely clothes.”<\/p>\n Address<\/strong>: Oakfield Place, Clifton, BS8 2BJ<\/p>\n The Lido Townhouse<\/a> is a five-bedroom Georgian townhouse located just a stone’s throw from the Lido Spa and Restaurant.<\/p>\n The beds here are handmade in the UK, and boast fine linens, soft furnishings, free WiFi, large 40″ mounted TVs, Nespresso coffee machines, and a selection of teas, organic products and access to the Lido Pool and Spa throughout their stay.<\/p>\n Boasting a 4.2 TripAdvisor rating, one reviewer says: “Nice newly renovated place to stay just opposite the Lido with the option to use the Lido spa.<\/p>\n “Very comfortable bed and peaceful at night so slept very well. Friendly and helpful staff.<\/p>\n “Very much enjoyed my stay as a previous Lido member returning for a trip down memory lane. The Lido itself is as fabulous as ever\u2026more than just an outdoor pool and a spa\u2026a community where everyone can find a home for a few days. Looking forward to the next visit.”<\/p>\n Artist Residence Address<\/strong>: 28 Portland Square, St Paul’s, BS2 8SA<\/p>\n Another Georgian townhouse making it to the list of finalists this year, Artist Residence<\/a> is unique in the fact that it was an old boot factory and is now a rather eccentric home in the heart of the city.<\/p>\n With a 4.4 star rating on Google, one review reads: “This is the BEST hotel in Bristol!!<\/p>\n “I highly recommend this amazing and beautiful place. They have such a unique atmosphere and I loved all the little details they have from the reception to my gorgeous room. Absolutely stunning!<\/p>\n “My room has a wonderful view and every single piece of the room was \u201cartistically\u201d perfect! I loved my room so much.”<\/p>\n Kabuki<\/p>\n![\"Lori](\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/0_Lori-Lori.png\")
Lori Lori hair salon on Chandos Road, Bristol<\/p>\n![\"The](\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/1_EFR_BRI_061022_Lido_02JPG.jpg\")
The Bristol Lido in Clifton(Image: A.Pattenden \/ Bristol Lido)Lido Townhouse<\/p>\n![](\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/0_BR200422artistsPAG-110.jpg\")
(Image: Paul Gillis\/Bristol Live)<\/p>\n
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The stunning 6 O’clock Gin at The Glassboat(Image: 6 O’clock Gin)<\/p>\n