Montpelier is an area of North Bristol.
It is bounded by Cheltenham Road to the west, St Paul's to the south, St Werburgh's to the east and St Andrew's to the north.
It has its own railway station, and a reputation as bohemian.
Picton Street is a haven for lovers of organic and vegetarian cuisine.

Previously, Montpelier was carved by French prisoners of war (POWs) from the Napoleonic conflicts.
Almost all streets are named after famous generals or have military connotations, such as Wellington, York and Banner Roads.
Stories are told of the POWs transporting spoil from the New Cut to lay the foundations for the terrace housing.
Original cobble stones laid by the POW's can be seen in the gutters and some secluded alleys.

Picton Street was built and named in honour of Sir Thomas Picton who, as Captain Picton, in 1783 endeared himself to Bristolians by bravely facing the rebellious 75th Regiment on College Green and averting a military mutiny.
There is a double-bayed villa in the street named after him, Picton Lodge.
Montpelier is an area of North Bristol. It is bounded by Cheltenham Road to the west, St Paul's to the south, St Werburgh's to the east and St Andrew's to the north. It has its own railway station, and a reputation as bohemian. Picton Street is a haven for lovers of organic and vegetarian cuisine.
Previously, Montpelier was carved by French prisoners of war (POWs) from the Napoleonic conflicts. Almost all streets are named after famous generals or have military connotations, such as Wellington, York and Banner Roads. Stories are told of the POWs transporting spoil from the New Cut to lay the foundations for the terrace housing. Original cobble stones laid by the POW's can be seen in the gutters and some secluded alleys.
Picton Street was built and named in honour of Sir Thomas Picton who, as Captain Picton, in 1783 endeared himself to Bristolians by bravely facing the rebellious 75th Regiment on College Green and averting a military mutiny. There is a double-bayed villa in the street named after him, Picton Lodge.
Ashley (Bristol ward)