Bristol Industrial Museum |
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Come and see the fascinating Museum of Bristol at work. Visit the website for information about events and activities taking place throughout the year. Over 400 exhibits to see, housed in historic transport sheds and in a stunning dockside location.
Road & Rail
This gallery houses examples of cars, lorries, coaches, buses and motorcycles which were produced in Bristol. Some of these are still operational and take part in events during the year. You can see the world's first holiday caravan, part of a 150-years-old railway coach, and the Lord Mayor of Bristol's state coach, which is still used on civic occasions. The working Gauge 1 model railway is always a favourite with the children.The Port of Bristol
Here you can discover the history of Bristol's famous ships - John Cabot's Matthew, Brunel's Great Western and Great Britain, Campbell's pleasure steamers and Fyffes banana boats, regular visitors to the port in days gone by. Find out why you don't see big ships in the City docks any longer and enjoy a panorama of Bristol landmarks.Bristol and the Slave Trade
Bristol's official involvement in the transatlantic slave trade started in 1698. By the late 1730's it had become one of Britain's premier slaving ports alongside London and Liverpool. Bristol traders could maximise their profits if their ships carried full cargoes at each leg of the 'triangular trade'.Today, many of Bristol's buildings and some educational and economic institutions are a tangible legacy of the wealth created by the trade in slaves and slave-produced commodities. Opposition to the slave trade gained momentum during the late 18th century. The trade was abolished in British territories in 1807.
The Power To Fly
Bristol's aerospace industry is represented by a superb collection of aero engines and a real helicopter. There are models of most of the famous aircraft made here, including the Blenheim, Britannia and Brabazon. See the mock-up of Concorde's cockpit used in the factory to decide where the hundreds of dials, knobs and levers should be placed.Print & Pack
Displays about Bristol's printing and packaging industries. Regular 'hands-on' weekends where you can see machines at work and try your hand at printing. The Museum is almost totally accessible by people with disabilities. Staff will be pleased to help if you need assistance. Pay and display car parking is available at the Museum. We regret there is no parking for coaches, but parties can be dropped at Wapping Road. Coaches cannot cross Prince Street bridge.|
Opening Times
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(2006 times)
Open throughout the year:Saturday to Wednesday (Closed Thursday & Friday) 10.00am - 5.00pm. |
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Admission Charges
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(2006 prices)
Free.
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Directions
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| The Museum is easy to find just look for the huge quayside cranes which stand outside the building. |
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Bristol Industrial Museum Postcode for SatNav: BS1 4RN |
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