Based on the Harbourside, M Shed is Bristol’s social history museum. It explores what makes Bristol the city that it is today and sparks conversations about its past, present and future. M Shed is also a piece of Bristol history itself, an example of the Harbourside’s journey from busy working docks…
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On Sunday 7 June 2020, people in Bristol took to the streets to support the Black Lives Matter movement, coming together with similar protests across the world. During the event, a statue of Edward Colston that has been in the city for around 125 years, was removed and taken to the harbour. The…
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Wander through this lively, colourful city and you’ll soon understand how it has inspired the stories of some of literature’s most famous writers. From its medieval Old City to its culturally diverse enclaves. Here’s an introduction to help you explore Bristol’s literary legacies… Famous literary…
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The red brick buildings and chimney of Underfall Yard are an iconic sight on Bristol’s Harbourside. But how did this working boatyard and visitor attraction, now considered the heart of the harbour, come to be? Discover its fascinating story in this guest article from the Underfall Yard team…
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The Bristol and Bath Railway Path is a 13 mile car-free cycling route connecting the cities of Bristol and Bath. The path is popular with residents and visitors alike, and is as much a home to local wildlife as it is an important commuting route. We asked local sustainable transport charity Sustrans…
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We thought we’d delve back into the past and look at Bristol’s noteworthy connections with the USA - from famous explorers to the naming of America, Hollywood stars to religious founding fathers. Here's some great trivia we think will surprise locals and visitors alike. The First American…
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Bristol’s past is awash with nautical goings-on. Ever heard the saying ‘ship shape and Bristol fashion’? That goes back to when sailors here had to keep their cargo neat and tidy, on their impeccably crafted ships, to prevent them tipping over when the tide went out as Bristol has the second biggest…
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Keen to know more about Bristol's most historic places? We’ve got some places of interest for the Tudor history lovers out there… Thornbury Castle Building work began on this grand castle in 1511 – it was intended as a home for Edward Stafford, the Duke of Buckingham and was almost finished by 1521…
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'That's the thing about books. They let you travel without moving your feet.' ― Jhumpa Lahiri Bristol has inspired several acclaimed works of literature over the years, as well as producing a very long list of talented authors. So, why not 'travel' to Bristol before you've even left home through the…
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Bristol is buzzing with hidden histories, local legends and strange stories just below the surface. Here to reveal all things spooky and secretive about the area is John Hughes, who has been running Bristol’s Haunted and Hidden Tour for an impressive 15 years. The walk typically takes place every…
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