Bristol

Bristol

This vibrant city is an epicentre for today’s buzzing youth culture in Britain, and is renowned for its art and music scenes. Bristol is home to a mass of fantastic street art including works by the famous Banksy and has many galleries dedicated to both contemporary and classical works, and also plays host to a widely varied contemporary live music culture. 

The lively and effervescent nature of Bristol means it's no surprise the city hits the headlines for events such as when a huge 90m (295ft) waterslide was set up on a downhill section of Park Street; a road which was nominated for a Google award as the UK’s hippest street. There is as much happening on the streets of Bristol as there is indoors, and you'll always find something amazing to do here!

Fact File

Best Known For: Banksy and other street art, Clifton Suspension Bridge, Bristol Blue Glass, Annual Hot Air Balloon fiesta, Wallace and Gromit

Ideas for Trips: Arnolfini Art Gallery and Bristol Museum and Art Gallery for art/museums, At-Bristol, M Shed, Music/Theatre at Old Vic Theatre and Colston Hall, Banksy art spotting, SS Great Britain, Bristol Aquarium, Bristol Zoo, Adventurous Activity, visiting the Aardman Animation Studios or hiking through Cheddar Gorge.

Issues to Consider: The city centre and popular tourist attractions can get very busy at times! The road system can be fairly confusing in places with a lot of one way systems - be conscious of this if you are going to be driving a vehicle here!

Please browse the listings below to find venues and providers in this area who can deliver the type of activity or experience you are looking for.

Venues in this location

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Bristol City Council - Duke of Edinburgh’s Award

Leading youth Charity the DofE gives all young people aged 14-24 the chance to develop skills for life and work, fulfil their potential and have a brighter future.  Find out more about doing your DofE, volunteering for us and supporting our chairty.

Trinity Centre

The Trinity Centre is an iconic space and much-loved Bristol landmark, based in the heart of Old Market

Easton Leisure Centre

Easton Leisure Centre in Bristol offers its members a range of sports and activities under one roof. From the gym to group exercise studios, swimming pools to sports hall there is always something going on at Easton Leisure Centre.

Noah's Ark Zoo Farm

Noah's Ark Zoo Farm is home to rhinos, giraffe, leopards, tigers, elephants and lions - all the biggest zoo animals!

We also have 12 huge indoor and outdoor play areas.

You can get hands on with the farm animals and learn more about the wildlife from our zookeepers at one of the Zookeeper Talks.

School Visits

Pooles Wharf Activity Centre

Pooles Wharf, Hotwells Road, Bristol. Opened July 2000 to provide water sports and activities for young people, provides accessible facilities to include disabled young people. Sailing, Canoeing, Caving, Abseiling, and Mountain biking.

Bristol Old Vic

Bristol Old Vic is a renowned theatrical company based in a restored Georgian theatre with red-and-gold tiers and modern technology. It also boasts one of the most successful and well-respected conservatoire drama schools in the UK.

Schools

Are you thinking about bringing a school group to Bristol Old Vic?

Clevedon Court

Outstanding 14th-century manor house and 18th-century terraced garden

Home to the lords of the manor of Clevedon for centuries, the core of the house is a remarkable survival from the medieval period.

The house was purchased by Abraham Elton in 1709 and it is still the much-loved family home of his descendants today.

Explore the striking display of Eltonware pottery and a fascinating collection of Nailsea glass.

Colston Hall

Colston Hall is Bristol’s largest concert hall, presenting concerts and entertainment by major names in rock, pop, jazz, folk, world and classical music, stand up comedy and light entertainment, as well as local choirs, orchestras and schools.

Aardman Animations

Aardman's adeptness of engaging audiences with compelling stories told through animation, has earned the company a deserved worldwide reputation. Their award-winning work produces a unique brand of independent film alongside work for broadcast and advertising spots. The studio has had ten Oscar® nominations, and has won four.

Failand

Rolling countryside with small fields and woodlands divided by hedges and sunken lanes

Escape to a rural retreat just a few miles south-west of Bristol, where'll you discover fantastic views from the ridge across the Severn estuary to Wales and north back to Bristol. Enjoy peaceful woodlands and babbling brooks.

West Runton Holidays

We run outdoor pursuits and multi-activity Christian camps for young people from School Years 4 through to 13+.

From mountain biking to skiing, karting to windsurfing, sailing to abseiling, crafts to gorge walking, leadership training to mission. 

King John's Hunting Lodge

Wool-merchant's house of circa 1500

This early Tudor timber-framed wool merchant's house (circa 1500) provides a fascinating insight into local history.

Its strong medieval character is enhanced by the appearance of arcaded stalls opening onto the street on the ground floor (recreated by the National Trust during the building's restoration).

Cadbury Camp

Iron Age hill fort on the ridge above the village of Tickenham in North Somerset

Tucked away from the main road, Cadbury Camp offers peace and tranquility with great views south to the Mendips and beyond to the Quantocks, Exmoor and Flat and Steep Holm in the Severn Estuary. To the west you can see south Wales and the Brecon Beacons, and follow the Severn Estuary up to the two bridges.

Horton Court

A manor house built from the remains of a Norman hall

Horton Court lies in a valley in the South Cotswolds. Originally a Norman hall, now a manor house, it has an interesting and diverse history.

Cheddar Gorge & Caves

Explore Britain's biggest gorge from the dramatic cliffs rising 450ft to the stunning stalactite caverns

Cheddar Gorge is one of England's most iconic and spectacular landscapes. We are really proud to own the north side of this spectacular gorge and we hope that you will enjoy exploring it in a way that suits you.

Clifton Cathedral

The Cathedral Church of SS. Peter and Paul is the Roman Catholic cathedral in the Clifton area of Bristol.

Clifton Suspension Bridge

The Clifton Suspension Bridge, spanning the picturesque Avon Gorge, is the symbol of the city of Bristol. For almost 150 years this Grade I listed structure has attracted visitors from all over the world.

SkiTeam4

SkiTeam4 has made a huge effort not just to keep prices low but actually to reduce them. We are delighted that all other school ski operators have had to follow suit and that, as a result, prices have come down for all schools across the UK.

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