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Waeshous Launderette

307 Gloucester Rd, Bristol, BS7 8PE4.7(153 reviews)

Opening Hours

Monday
8am-9pm
Tuesday
8am-9pm
Wednesday
8am-9pm
Thursday
8am-9pm
Friday
8am-9pm
Saturday
8am-9pm
Sunday
8am-9pm

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Pricing

Service wash (drop-off) - CollectionThursday Collection service with £30 minimum
from 30.00 per collection

Payment

Card
Contactless
Cash

Card and contactless payment available. One customer reported contactless payment issues requiring multiple attempts. Cash accepted but not exclusive.

Services and Amenities

  • Service Wash
  • Self Service
  • Card Payment
  • Collection Delivery
  • Commercial Laundry
  • Dry Cleaning
  • Duvet Cleaning
  • Household And Bedding
  • Pet Bedding Washing
  • Wash Dry Fold
  • Collection And Delivery
  • 7 Days A Week Operation
  • Bank Holiday Opening
  • Contactless Payment
  • Extended Hours
  • Free Parking
  • Large Capacity Dryers
  • Large Capacity Washers
  • On Site Staff
  • Staffed Service
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Customer Reviews

4.7
153 Google reviews

Waeshous Launderette operates as a modern, well-equipped facility with strong appeal for self-service and quality equipment. However, staff behaviour is inconsistent—some deliver exemplary service while others are persistently rude—creating an unpredictable customer experience. Operational reliability issues (equipment malfunction, unresponsive support) and dry cleaning service failures undermine otherwise competitive pricing and attractive venue design.

Based on automated analysis of customer reviews

Facility CleanlinessStrong positive signal
9 mentions
Machines EquipmentStrong positive signal
11 mentions
Quality ResultsStrong positive signal
8 mentions
Convenience AmenitiesMostly positive
6 mentions
Speed EfficiencyMostly positive
7 mentions
PricingMostly positive
8 mentions
Payment OptionsMixed feedback
7 mentions
Staff ServiceMixed feedback
9 mentions
Common positives
  • Large, high-quality machines effective for heavy loads like duvets and dog bedding
  • Card payment option and self-service design make it convenient and modern
  • Staff (Chris & Julie) provide exceptional care and attention to detail with garments
  • Clean, stylish, contemporary facility with WiFi and friendly working atmosphere
  • Affordable pricing and flexible service options (pickup/drop-off available)
Watch-outs
  • Contactless payment system frequently malfunction
  • Pricing structure unclear—£2 for 30 mins drying vs £4 for 40 mins creates cost jumps
  • Dry cleaning delays without customer notification
  • Long wait times required (e.g., collect after 4pm)
  • Used grocery bag reused for duvet return despite 'free bag' promise

* These highlights and concerns are based on automated analysis of user feedback and are not independently verified.

About this launderette

Waeshous Launderette

Waeshous is a women-owned, LGBTQ+ friendly launderette located on Gloucester Road in Horfield, Bristol, offering comprehensive garment care services including professional dry cleaning, wash and fold, duvet cleaning, and pet bedding washing. The launderette features an impressive range of large capacity washers and dryers with flexible payment options including card and contactless payment, along with convenient pickup and delivery services. Operating seven days a week from 8am to 9pm with extended self-service hours and a staffed counter during business hours, Waeshous provides both self-service and professional service wash options for domestic and commercial customers. The facility is wheelchair accessible with free street parking available, and customers benefit from modern, high-quality equipment designed to handle large items and heavily soiled textiles with exceptional results. With online estimates, locker drop-off services, and a reputation for excellence in specialist textile care, Waeshous has become a standout choice for customers seeking quality laundry services in Bristol.

Questions people ask

What payment methods does Waeshous Launderette accept?
Waeshous Launderette accepts card payments, contactless payment, and cash. Card and contactless options are available for all services, though some customers have reported that contactless payment occasionally requires multiple attempts to process.
What are the drying costs at Waeshous Launderette?
Drying at Waeshous Launderette costs £2 for half an hour, or £4 for 40 minutes. An additional 10 minutes costs an extra £2, and a full hour is available if timed correctly at the £4 rate. Customers have noted that the pricing structure creates significant cost jumps between options.
What sizes of washing machines does Waeshous Launderette have?
Waeshous Launderette features large-capacity washing machines designed for heavy loads including duvets, bedding, and pet bedding. Customers consistently praise these machines as exceptionally spacious and effective, with reviewers noting they are among the best large machines they have used.
What services does Waeshous Launderette offer besides self-service washing?
Beyond self-service washing and drying, Waeshous Launderette offers service wash, dry cleaning, wash-dry-fold, bedding cleaning, duvet cleaning, pet bedding washing, book collection, and commercial laundry services. However, customer feedback indicates that dry cleaning service can experience delays, so confirmation of turnaround times is recommended when booking.
Is Waeshous Launderette wheelchair accessible and what parking is available?
Waeshous Launderette is wheelchair accessible. Free street parking is available nearby, though the Gloucester Road area parking can be challenging on Saturdays. The launderette is conveniently located close to Boston Tea Party coffee shop.
What are customers' main positives and concerns about Waeshous Launderette?
Customers frequently praise Waeshous Launderette's modern, clean facilities, large high-quality machines, card payment options, and competitive pricing, with an average rating of 4.67 out of 5 stars from over 150 reviews. However, some customers report inconsistent staff behaviour—while certain staff members (particularly Chris and Julie) deliver exceptional service, others have been described as rude or abrupt. Additionally, some customers have experienced equipment malfunctions, unresponsive emergency contact numbers, and occasional delays with dry cleaning services.

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Last updated
2026-05-18
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