Bristol
Properties and events in Bristol
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Ashton Gatehouse, gateway to Ashton Court Estate
Uncover the Ashton Gatehouse. One gateway, two worlds.
Brandy Bottom Colliery
A guided tour round the remains of the surface buildings of a 19th Century coal mine, which are in the process of being conserved.
Discover Everyday 18th Century Life
Book Your Visit to Charles Wesley’s House – Home of the World’s Greatest Hymn Writer. This is a rare opportunity to step back in time and explore everyday 18th century life.
Glenside Hospital Museum
Originally built as Bristol Lunatic Asylum, this fascinating museum is based in the Grade II Listed hospital chapel built in 1881. Explore the evolution of mental health care in Bristol via a vast array of medical curios & historic artefacts.
John Wesley's New Room MUSEUM FREE ENTRY
Celebrate Heritage Open Days 2026 with John Wesley's New Room. FREE museum entry on Friday 18th and Saturday 19th September. Explore The Room that changed the world! A Georgian masterpiece, of worldwide importance that sits in the heart of Bristol.
Keynsham Abbey Open Day
Tour of Abbey
Keynsham Methodism in the footsteps of the Wesley's
Explore, see and listen to the history of Methodism from the 18th century to today. Our curators will introduce you to the story of how John and Charles Wesley, and Methodists since, have influenced the growth and development of life in Keynsham.
Open Day at Ram Hill Colliery Coalpit Heath
Open day at Ram Hill Colliery, a small heritage listed site with remains of some mine workings and buildings. Start of the Dramway is visible. Tours will be available.
Parish church of St. Luke the Evangelist, Brislington
Come and see our 15th century grade 2* listed church set in the centre of the Brislington Conservation Area, and ascend the tower to hear about the English style of bell ringing and see the bells in action.
Pegasus House Open Doors
Pegasus House is an iconic landmark of historical and international importance boasting a lavish Art Deco style that reflected the significance of the city's expanding aircraft industry when it was built in 1936.
Roman Artefacts - Hands On Experience
Visit Keynsham Library to get a hands on experience of Roman Artefacts that were discovered right here in Keynsham.
The Unexpected Investors
Meet the ordinary working people who helped to support an extraordinary project. Recent research at Clifton Suspension Bridge has uncovered the lives of those who subscribed to a single share in the Bridge in the early 1860s.
Tyntesfield
Join us in celebrating Heritage Open Days on 11 - 20 September and enjoy free entry to Tyntesfield, an ornate Victorian Gothic Revival house with extensive garden and parkland.
What was it like to build a pirate ship?
Come and explore something of the fascinating everyday lives of poor workers linked to Bristol Merchants based in Henbury.
Winterbourne Medieval Barn
Visit the magnificent Winterbourne Medieval Barn & marvel at the beautiful raised-cruck roof from 1342, ‘a magnificent example of the builders’ craft’. Explore & talk with friendly tour guides and learn about our ruthless medieval Lord of the Manor.
Winterbourne Parish Church
A church built in the 12th century has seen many everyday people as well as gentry pass through its doors. Evidence is all around of the mark they have left on the church and churchyard. Who built the church? Who has cared for it over the centuries?