We have put together a list of some Bristol attractions with online shops where you can support the attraction and buy a variety of games, activity kits, books, clothing, exclusive badges and much more.
Brunel's SS Great Britain
The SS Great Britain is one of Bristol's most iconic attractions. The world's first great ocean liner now resides in Bristol's Harbourside. Their online shop offers many awesome maritime-themed items, as well as a whole section dedicated to Christmas gift ideas.
Image - Brunel's SS Great Britain x Stokes Croft China
Aerospace Bristol
Home of Concorde Alpha Foxtrot, the last of the supersonic jets to ever fly, Aerospace tells the story of Bristol's aviation history. The museum includes other aeroplanes, helicopters, missiles, satellites, engines and more, plus lots of interactive exhibits for all ages. Their online shop features a range of gifts inspired by aviation, Concorde and Bristol. You can also purchase gift vouchers for your loved ones to pay the museum a visit in the future.
Image - Concorde mug from Aerospace Bristol
We The Curious
We The Curious is a science centre and educational charity with a mission to build a better world together, where everyone is included, curious and inspired by science. Every purchase made in their online shop will make a huge difference.
From out of this world space food, inspiring books, sustainable science kits to games, robots and jewellery - there's something to please all ages! Top picks include packs of astronaut food, a 5-in-1 mechanical coding robot and a Katita wind-up toy.
Image - 5 in 1 Mechanical Coding Robot from We The Curious
Bristol Aquarium
Choose from a fun range of recyclable gifts in Bristol Aquarium's online shop, from colourful animal pyjamas to lampshades, plus their popular shark backpack which includes a pencil case and packed lunch box. You can also purchase gift voucher for annual membership or day entry to the aquarium.
Image - Bristol Aquarium
Bristol Museums
This is the organisation behind Bristol's free museums, such as the Bristol Museum & Art Gallery, exhibiting collections of art, archaeology, geology and natural history. Others include M Shed, the elegant Georgian House Museum, the historic Red Lodge Museum and 19th century Blaise Museum. Their combined webshop offers many great Bristol-themed items, such as calendars, jewellery, prints, clothing and more.
Image - Bristol Museums
Bristol Zoo Project
Bristol Zoo Project offers the chance to get up close to animals in their 40 acre zoo. The main goal of Bristol Zoo Project is to recreate the animal's natural habitat as precisely as possible, with free roaming brown bears in Bear Wood being the perfect example. You are now able to adopt the bears at Bristol Zoo or gift a special animal experience, including Keeper for a Day or Meerkat Experience. Their adoption packages include a presentation wallet, fact-file, adoption certificate and a wooden A6 plaque.
Image - Bristol Zoo Project
Bristol's National Trust properties
Victorian Gothic Revival house Tyntesfield is surounded by beautiful gardens, while Dyrham Park is nestled in 270 acres of ancient parkland. The National Trust is the biggest conservation charity in Europe, which protects and takes care of the nation's historic sites and green spaces. They offer some awesome items in their online shop, including acitivity and craft kits for kids.
Image - National Trust
Clifton Observatory
The Clifton Observatory was originally built in 1766 as a windmill and is located on top of the cliffs above the Avon Gorge. It provides stunning views of Brunel's Clifton Suspension Bridge and the city of Bristol. Furthermore, the building is the entrance to the Giant's Cave, which was originally only accessible by climbing up the cliff face. Their online shop offers a walk through the rich history of the observatory, with the book 'Clifton Observatory, A History' as well as other books.
Image - Clifton Observatory
Clifton Suspension Bridge Visitor Centre
The Clifton Suspension Bridge is often seen as the symbol of Bristol. The visitor centre is located at the Leigh Woods end of the bridge, and has an online shop with products ranging from books to puzzles. If you are interested the most stunning pictures of the bridge and its surroundings, we highly recommend the book 'Clifton Suspension Bridge: The Official Guidebook' by Adrian Andrews and Michael Pascoe, or 'From Brycgstow to Bristol in 45 bridges' by Jeff Lucas & Thilo Gross. In for a challenge? A 3D Puzzle of the bridge will surely keep you busy for a little while.
Image - Clifton Suspension Bridge Official Guidebook
The Wave
The Wave is England's first inland surfing destination using Wavegarden Cove Technology, which provides more than 1,000 waves an hour. If you want to get prepared for a future surf session, browse their online shop for surfboards, wetsuits and casual clothing, or pick up a gift voucher to treat someone to a surfing lesson.
Image - Lacey Trotman
Martin Parr Foundation
The aim of the Martin Parr Foundation is to support photography from the British Isles. They also organize events such as workshops, book signings, seminars and talks. In their webshop, they mainly sell (signed) books, but also some limited edition prints. Their tote bags feature one of Martin's most iconic pictures, taken at Sandy Bay in 1997. Perfect for the environmentally conscious!
Image - Martin Parr Foundation
The Royal Photographic Society
The RPS is a centre for photography, showing four exhibitions annually. The charitable organisation was founded in 1853, with its main goal being to educate the public on the art and science of photography. Their online shop stocks a range of products of interest to anyone who enjoys photography.
Image - Alen McFetridge
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