Blog (History and Heritage) - Visit Bristol

As Bristol Zoo Gardens celebrates its 185th anniversary, we look back at its past and forward to its future. 

Dr Helen Frisby explores the traditional funeral customs of early 20th century Bristol for Haunt Bristol. 

Find out what Bristol's social history museum was in a past life, as well as what you can see there today. 

Find out about the plans for a major transformation of Bristol's Architecture Centre and how you can support them. 

Learn about the stories behind four of Bristol's lesser-known bridges from local expert Jeff Lucas. 

Discover how Underfall Yard, a working boatyard and iconic part of Bristol's Harbourside, came to be. 

Discover eight pieces of intriguing Bristol trivia from Maurice Fells' new book, The Little History of Bristol. 

Learn about the life and legacy of George Müller, the Bristol pioneer behind the Ashley Down Orphan Homes. 

For some International Women's Day inspired reading, check out our list of amazing women who have helped shaped Bristol.

Prepare for a future voyage on Brunel's SS Great Britain by learning about the global stories of the ship's passengers.

Bristol-based novelist and local historian Charlie Revelle-Smith looks into the city’s contribution to LGBTQ+ history.

Bristol is a city with lots to discover, many hidden charms and some gloriously diverse areas. One of these is East Bristol