Welcome to theCity and County of Bristol Lieutenancy
The Lord-Lieutenant of the City and County of Bristol,
Mrs Peaches Golding OBE,
is His Majesty's representative in the City and County
As Lord-Lieutenant, Peaches is His Majesty's representative in the City and County of Bristol and her first and foremost duty is to uphold the dignity of the Crown. She will follow the example of the King and other members of the Royal family and seek to promote a good atmosphere and a spirit of co-operation in the City; she will encourage amicable and productive relationships between all sectors, whether involving the voluntary, social, commercial or civic life of the City. Lord-Lieutenants also have traditional links with the Armed Forces and exercise leadership in a wide range of matters, from civil and defence to professional and voluntary. The Lord-Lieutenant is also the Chairperson of the Advisory Committee on Justices of the Peace.
Your Lieutenancy
The Lieutenancy Office for County and City of Bristol is located at Leigh Court, Abbots Leigh, Bristol BS8 3RA - see map at the bottom of this page. The Bristol Lieutenancy is one of 55 Lieutenancies in England and Wales and serves a population of 428,100 (2011). The City is diverse with more than 91 languages being spoken and 45 religions observed. Bristol is proud to be an inclusive and harmonious city.
What We Do
The Lord-Lieutenant is here to help you or your organisation to be of service to the wider community. Whether it is a visit to your organisation to recognise the work being done, a recommendation to attend a Royal Garden Party, advice on how to nominate a colleague or friend for a national honour based on the high quality of service performed and more, the Lord-Lieutenant is pleased to help.
Honours and Awards
Recognising excellence at the level of personal, business or voluntary organisational achievement requires the inhabitants of Bristol to submit nominations. However, the Lord-Lieutenant promotes and reviews submissions and the Lieutenancy is keen to encourage more applications for:
- Honours in the UK honours system
- The King’s Awards for Enterprise
- The King’s Award for Voluntary Service
News and Events
Edinburgh Royal Military Tattoo and Royal Yacht Britannia
15 August 2025
Lord-Lieutenant Mrs Peaches Golding OBE CStJ RNR was a guest of Vice Admiral Andrew Burns CB OBE at the Edinburgh Royal Military Tattoo. Prior to travelling to Edinburgh Castle, the invited guests enjoyed a sumptuous dinner on board the Royal Yacht Britannia, alongside in Leith.
Renowned monk visits Bristol
9 August 2025
Renowned monk and author Dr Ishan Shivanand delivered a powerful lecture at the Hindu Temple entitled 'The Practice of Immortality.' The yogi spoke of his youth in monasteries and the lessons he learned which influence his work in the USA, Europe and UK.
Twitter Feed
A blue plaque has been unveiled to recognise Indira Ghandi, India's first female Prime Minister, and the studies at @BadmintonSchool that prepared her for Oxford University. International Women's Day 2026 #IWD2026 https://t.co/bXsXf6fHNs
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Thank you to everyone across the @royalnavy and their families for their continued dedication and commitment. I recognise the demands of global operations and extend my thoughts to those deployed away from home this Christmas. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. https://t.co/2ZYUGjuP3g
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Back to Base. Led by @HMSPWLS and involving a dozen nations, Operation Highmast is reaching its final stages. And the return? Set to be the biggest #RoyalNavy homecoming in 20 years. History is about to come home. Stay in the known: https://t.co/HJrCJHuo5z #CSG25 | @COMUKCSG https://t.co/QU63KZloI9
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A message from His Majesty The King, following the attack in Cambridgeshire. https://t.co/Cs7Sq5e6Rp
Thank you, St John Ambulance, for the innumerable hours of voluntary service to our communities. It was an immense pleasure to award your medals, bars, pins and certificates. @stjohnambulance @KingswestonHse https://t.co/uhb75USxhE
1 Hudson Aran sweater, 7 looks - all woven in Bristol. I felt so privileged to be asked by @TheKingsAwards for #Enterprise recipient JG Glover - producers of Peregrin clothing - to model this gorgeous sweater with some #Bristol legends. Thanks @SSGreatBritain for use of venue! https://t.co/AtpQXtXfOm
Today, at the #Sikh #Gurdwara, we remembered the service of my late former Vice Lord-Lieutenant Robert Bourns for his service to the Community https://t.co/fTnUc2qtaV
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First Secretary Harsh Kumar represented @HCI_London at the commemoration ceremony for revered social reformer Raja Ram Mohan Roy, at the Arnos Vale Cemetery in Bristol. Lord-Lieutenant of the City and County of Bristol Mrs Peaches Golding OBE, Right Honourable Lord Mayor of https://t.co/1i6mSAp1CG
Champions one and led. #Congratulations #England #Rugby #CameHome !!!! https://t.co/z5BQmZbdxm
The Mystery Explorer Scouts demonstrated their impressive #SkillsforLife at last night's AGM - so professional, assured and engaging. Thank you! Enjoy your #camping this weekend! @AvonScouts https://t.co/AksmGSbNXF
@CollegeClifton graduate #Actor Trevor Howard bequeathed a bursary for aspiring actors at his former school - what a pleasure to dedicate the blue plaque. #Drama, whether on- or behind-stage, encourages poise, creativity, commitment and teamworking. https://t.co/gYL8NrIIcy
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