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 Sail along the River Avon |
Gasferry Road Bristol BS1 6UN United Kingdom +44 117 926 8157 http://www.bristolpacket.co.uk |
Being such a watery city, what better way to explore it than by boat. Packet offers various tours on the city's waterways in one of three boats - the historic Narrowboat Redshank, The Tower Belle and the Flower of Bristol. You can either go on a one hour tour around the historic harbour, or take a trip as far afield as the city of Bath, taking in Beese's Tea Garden and the Chequers Inn on the way. Alternatively, you can choose the dramatic scenery of the Avon Gorge Cruise or become a salty sea-dog on their evening tours of dockside pubs! Advance booking for these popular tours (from March-October and with extra trips during school holidays) is recommended and the full timetable is to be found on their website. There is no disabled access as such, but assistance can be given on and off the boats. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Step into a brighter, cleaner world |
Smeaton Road Spike Island Bristol BS1 6XN United Kingdom +44 117 929 9950 / +44 117 925 0505 |
This complex down by the riverside, is all about ecology and the issue of environment—in particular recycling. It's got big plans—watch this space—but at the moment its theory sadly surpasses its delivery. There are a few educational exhibits, such as a hands-on journey through the challenge of waste and recycling, and computer access to global environmental information, but frankly it's all looking rather shabby and few of the exhibits actually work. Much better to concentrate on its Eco-home—definitely the most successful part of the whole place—built using advanced architecture, and a testament to how salvaged, recycled, and natural materials can be combined with energy-saving systems to benefit almost every home. Another plus is the rather lovely cafe, overlooking the River Avon. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Bristol's most famous landmark |
Suspension Bridge Road (Clifton) Bristol BS8 4AP United Kingdom |
Spanning the Avon Gorge, this bridge has become the symbol of the city and is a must for any visitors. Designed by Brunel and completed in 1864, you can learn all about its troubled history in the nearby Suspension Bridge Visitor Centre but the way to really appreciate it is to take a walk across it and look down into the spectacular gorge and beyond. Make sure you see the bridge at night as well, it looks truly amazing lighted against the night sky. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Replica of 15th century ship |
Gasferry Road Hotwells Bristol BS1 6TY United Kingdom +44 117 922 5737 http://www.matthew.co.uk/ |
This impressive wooden ship is a replica of the vessel in which John Cabot sailed across the Atlantic to discover Newfoundland in 1497 - the event that cemented Bristol's association with all things nautical. Standing on board this version of the ship, which re-enacted the crossing in 1997, really gives you a sense of the past, and the attention to period detail on the boat is second to none. In the summertime you can even take a short trip around the floating harbour on the boat, which is a great way to view the city from a different and rather wonderful perspective. Book early as these two-hour trips are very popular. A visit here also includes entry to the adjacent SS Great Britain and Maritime Heritage Centre, where you can find out even more about Bristol's sea faring past. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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World's first iron and steam ocean liner |
Great Western Dockyard (Great Western Dock) Bristol BS1 6TY United Kingdom +44 117 926 0680 http://www.ss-great-britain.com |
Built by Brunel and launched from this Great Western Dock site in 1843, this was the largest ship to be built of iron and powered by steam; it is known as "the liner that shrank the world." Almost returned to her former glory as a luxury liner, you can tour the meticulously restored ship and visit the two adjacent attractions with one admission ticket: The Maritime Heritage Centre and The Matthew (replica of 15th century ship). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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