J B Shoe Repairs is a modern little cobblers on Clifton Street. It appears to be doing okay despite…read morethe drop in trade that other businesses have experienced since the new one way system was implemented by the council about a year ago. Trade has certainly not been as badly affected as it has at some of the others. As well as mending shoes they offer a reasonably priced key cutting service as well as an engraving service. I've been meaning to call in with my boots so that I can get them re-heeled and resoled in readiness for the winter. The only problem is that it hasn't stopped chucking it down for a long enough period for me to take them in! I think I'm going to have to resort to marching in there whilst wearing them and wait unshod whilst they fix them up on the spot. I've done it before! (It's not quite the same as the Levi laundrette ads!!!)

I have had a pair of Loake Brogues repaired with a full sole and heel. It was a perfect job and…read morethe shoes truly look as good as new.

Westbury-on-Trym is teeming with carpenters, scaffolders and other such labourers walking around in…read morepaint-splattered overalls reading Nuts magazine and drinking milky sugary tea. It's a lad's town. The guys working in A and J are no exception except that they are always actually working. As with many of these sorts of shops, a whole host of services are offered from standard (and very speedy) key cutting to engravings and repairs. This place is a family run business and they've been doing what they do, passing the skills down, for generations. As a result they're very good at what they do. One additional point I like about this place is their collection bins outside for old shoes. Everyone always has a couple of old pairs knocking around and recycling these offers a sustainable way to carry on fixing!

Instant Services has managed to stand the test of time against the likes of Timpson thanks to their…read morefriendly staff and great location, in the heart of St Nicks Market. As well as key cutting the other main service provided here is the fixing of shoes, which is a blessing when you own as many as I do! My flatmates and I have often taken bags of boots, heels and the like in to be resoled or reheeled and the chaps behind the counter have always been helpful. The prices are fairly average (around £4 to reheel a pair of shoes) and the service is always with a smile. If Instant Services can't fix whatever you bring in then they are always happy to recommend another shop that might be able to help, which is the mark of a successful and contented business. In my experience service can take a few hours depending on what you want but that gives you a chance to explore the rest of the market. You can of course drop something off and pick it up on a later date.

Sparks fly as keys are cut, the smell of boot polish is strong and there's a constant thudding…read morenoise of metal on rubber repair work. The moustaches and overalls say it all - this is a place of work. I've taken broken leather bags here, shoes and the humble key to be cut and all have been finished for me effortlessly within a couple of hours. If it's key cutting, engraving, polishing, fixing or anything like that Instant Services provide a very instant service.

A good service delivered on time and better at non standard tasks than the chain shoe repairersread more

I was walking past this shop in the summer when my husband had to visit the town for work. My…read moreattention was captured by the great quantities of coloured wool and silks and so on, as these cobblers sell lots of different stuff too at great value. The heels on my favourite shoes were badly worn down, and I was going to have to chuck the shoes out. But as I glanced up at the sign, I realised that we had a cobblers here. While I stood in stockinged feet in the shop, chatting to the very friendly lady who runs it, her husband took my shoes through to the back and mended them. A true craftsman, he did a fantastic job (they're still in perfect shape today), with proper old-fashioned courteous service. And so much cheaper than buying new shoes. I'm very pleased still.

A friendly and warm welcome. I wanted some extra holes added to a belt and they did it there and…read morethen - for Free. Very much appreciated. Won't hesitate to use again.

I asked for extra holes on two belts, they kindly did this for free…read more... My wife and I have used Clifton Cobbler before many times for resole/heel of old shoes, and putting non-slip soles onto new shoes for protection (transforms the safety on slippery surfaces). Always a first-class job done.

Great shop and friendly staff I've been getting my shoes and…read moretrainers built up here since 1991 its the only thing that stops me from walking in circles .....

Always go here for key cutting and shoe repairs. Very good service.read more

I have been using this shop for years. The staff (owners) are really helpful if you need anything,…read morejust ask. Think they are the only place to get keys cut in town now, and they are very reasonably priced for shoe repairs too. Great for saving that pair of shoes you cant bear to part with. Bags etc have always been good quality and lasted me ages (normally only get a new one because I get bored of them! lol. Love this shop!

The friendly service on East Street of Bedminster that is Shoe Tappers certainly did an impressive…read morejob on my floppy old boots. Their cobbling works wonders, being able to re heel, re sole and rejuvenate tired old shoes. Their key cutting service is second to none in Bedminster, and they'll always try to accommodate your needs when it comes to engraving. What sells this place to me is their excellent customer service and knowledge of their discipline. Thumbs up.

When I lost my door key a while back, I decided I'd try out Shoe Tappers' key cutting service. I'm…read morenot great at holding onto keys, and had only recently had one cut in Asda Bedminster which proceeded to snap in my front door shortly afterwards (fortunately my flat mate provided me with a spare.) Hearing about Shoe Tappers through a friend, I promptly headed down there and was served by a very friendly shop keeper who cut me a key there and then. I was charged about £5 and six months down the line, my key remains as good as new. Shoe Tappers also provides shoe repairs, watch, battery and strap fitting/adjusting and leather bag repairs, to name but a few of its many charms.