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Staple Hill is a suburban village in Gloucestershire. Formerly a hamlet in the ancient parish of Mangotsfield, Staple Hill expanded in the 19th century, especially after the opening of Staple Hill railway station in 1888. It saw large-scale suburban development from the early 20th century. It is now contiguous with neighbouring villages Downend and Mangotsfield. It is within the council area of South Gloucestershire.

Place Type: Village
Historic County: Gloucestershire
Lat, Long: 51.481015,-2.503486
Grid Reference: ST651759
Police Area: Avon and Somerset
Council Area: South Gloucestershire
Country: England

GBPNID: 42191
Entry Type: Main listing (P)
URL: https://gazetteer.org.uk/place/Staple_Hill,_Gloucestershire_42191

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