The journey so far and next steps
The Temple Quarter Development Framework forms part of the ongoing story to transform the area surrounding Temple Meads station.
2012 the original 70 hectare Temple Quarter Enterprise Zone officially designated by the Government. The original Enterprise Zone has provided investment in public spaces and a range of business initiatives that has resulted in small and large enterprises locating in the zone, landmark developments such as Glass Wharf and Engine Shed and created over 3,000 jobs
2013 Engine Shed opens
2015 2 Glass Wharf office development opens
2015 Brock’s Bridge linking Temple Island completed
2016 3,000 jobs located in TQEZ
April 2017 Enterprise Zone expanded by 30ha
2017 Engine Shed 2 approved
2018 University of Bristol Enterprise Campus granted planning consent
2018 Temple Island scheme announced
2018 Work on Development Framework commences
2019 Engagement with business and communities on vision for the Development Framework
2019 Temple Gate improvements complete
June 2020 Refurbishment of Temple Meads roof commences