Attractions in Avon
| American Museum in Britain | visit web site | |
| Claverton Manor, Bath BA2 7BD | ||
| The American Museum in Britain is a unique collection in a breathtaking setting, with something for everyone to enjoy. This museum was founded not only to display fine American furniture and decorative arts, but also as a means of fostering greater Anglo-American understanding. Free parking, café, picnic area, shops, full wheelchair access to museum, walks, and full programme of special events. For mor details view our web site or contact us on 01225 460503 or info@americanmuseum.org
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| Avon Valley Country Park | ||
| Pixash Lane, Keynsham, Bristol BS31 1TS | ||
| At Avon Valley Country Park families will enjoy a mix of adventure fun and animal interaction all set in the lovely river based country side. Where endless adventures makes a great day out. Climb aboard the 'Strawberry Line' - the longest five-inch miniature gauge railway in the West Country - stroll along an interesting walk around the winding river (with challenging obstacles for the children), have fun in a boat and many exciting activities in the extensive grounds.
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| Avon Valley Railway | ||
| Bitton Railway Station, Bath Road, Bitton BS30 6HD | ||
| The centre of operations for the Avon Valley Railway is at Bitton, an original Midland Railway station. All around the station site you'll find things of interest - there are many locomotives, carriages and wagons, all in various stages of restoration. | ||
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| Bath Aqua Glass | visit web site | |
| 105 -107 Walcot Street, Bath BA1 1LP | ||
| The Bath Aqua Theatre of Glass is an exciting and creative visitor attraction, located in the heart of the city's artisan quarter. You'll be able to watch the ancient craft of free blown in a dramatic working environment. Learn about the history of glass and take home beautiful pieces hand crafted on site. | ||
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| Bristol Zoo Gardens | ||
| Clifton, Bristol BS8 3HA | ||
| Come and spend a fun-packed day with over 400 amazing species from lions to love beetles. With most of the exhibits under cover, you can enjoy your visit whatever the weather. Experience animal encounters and feeding times. Try to beat the animal record breakers in the Zoolympics.
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| Clifton Suspension Bridge | ||
| Bridgemaster's Office, Leigh Woods, Bristol BS8 3PA | ||
| The Clifton Suspension Bridge, spanning the beautiful 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. An Interpretation Centre is situated at the Leigh Woods end of the bridge. It contains information and images of the bridge plans, the construction and completion of the bridge, and how it is maintained today. Books, postcards and souvenirs are on sale. | ||
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| Create Centre and Ecohome | ||
| Smeaton Road, Bristol BS1 6XN | ||
| CREATE is a vibrant environment centre which hosts a range of events and exhibitions and also features a purpose-built Ecohome. Entrance to Create is free. Visitors are welcome to visit the ground floor exhibitions, gallery and cafe, and the Ecohome. Special arrangements need to be made for school and group visits. | ||
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| Drive South West | visit web site | |
| Trowbridge, Wiltshire, | ||
| Drive a Porsche around Avon ! Sports cars deserve to be driven to be appreciated, and what better way to do that than a scenic drive in the South West. Hire our Porsche, book into a great hotel and make it weekend to remember! The whole of the South West is easily accessible from our Wiltshire base. Why not make a weekend of it and let us help find a hotel, B&B or country retreat to suit you. | ||
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| Explore-At-Bristol | ||
| Anchor Road, Harbourside, Bristol BS1 5DB | ||
| Explore-At-Bristol is an exciting hands-on science centre! You can discover interactive exhibits and special exhibitions, take in a Planetarium show or join the Live science team for fun experiments and activities. A registered charity, Explore runs formal and informal learning programmes and aims to make science accessible to all. | ||
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| Farleigh Hunderford Castle | ||
| Farleigh Hungerford, Bath BA2 7RS | ||
| Farleigh Hungerford was begun in the 1370s by Sir Thomas Hungerford, Speaker of the Commons, and extended in the 15th century by his son Walter. The chequered history of Farleigh and its owners is told in interpretation panels, extensive displays in the Priest's House, and an audio tour. Much improved facilities for disabled visitors include a touch-screen virtual tour. | ||
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| Fashion Museum | ||
| Assembly Rooms, Bennett Street, Bath BA1 2QH | ||
| Various exhibitions, displays and special events are at the Fashion Museum. The museum welcome families with children and babies. There are special activities for children in the school holidays. There are books, puzzles and fashion related activities for the children.
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| Horseworld | ||
| Staunton Manor Farm, Staunton Lane, Whitchurch, Bristol BS14 0QJ | ||
| HorseWorld cares primarily for horses, ponies and donkeys. They rescue, rehabilitate and rehome animals who have been abandoned, neglected or ill-treated. The Visitor Centre in Bristol is a great place to meet the rescued horses and to see the work of the charity in action. Enjoy a great day out for children and families while helping to support our vital work.
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| Jane Austen Centre and Regency Tearoom | ||
| 40 Gay Street, Bath BA1 2NT | ||
| Jane Austen is perhaps the best known and best loved of Bath's many famous residents and visitors. The Jane Austen Centre is a permanent exhibition which tells the story of Jane's Bath experience - the effect that living here had on her and her writing.
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| Noahs Ark Zoo Farm | visit web site | |
| Clevedon Road, Wraxall, Bristol BS48 1PG | ||
| Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm offers a very different day out for all the family. Come and enjoy the daily animal shows where they use live animals from the zoo. Discover the indoor and outdoor play areas, feed baby lambs, llamas, alpacas,
get up close to the Giraffe, Rhinos, Zebras and experience a real hands on day out.
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| Severn Bridges Visitor Centre | ||
| Green Lane, Severn Beach BS35 4NQ. | ||
| The Centre is a primary resource centre for educational information on the Severn Bridges. This includes their history, information on traffic conditions, tolls and the local weather. You can also find information on bridges generally, engineering, designers, constructors, the local environment, engineering careers and much more. | ||
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| SS Great Britain | ||
| Great Western Dockyard, Gas Ferry Road, Bristol BS1 6TY | ||
| There is plenty to see, hear, smell and do throughout the year at Brunel’s ss Great Britain. You will step back in time when you board Brunel’s ss Great Britain. Discover the true stories behind the ship that changed the world
Experience life on board for Victorian passengers and crew. Descend under water below the glass ‘sea’ to touch the world’s first great ocean liner.
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| The Matthew | ||
| Great Western Dockyard, Gas Ferry Road, Bristol BS1 6TY | ||
| Over 500 years ago John Cabot and his crew set sail for Asia aboard the original Matthew hoping to trade goods and commodities with the people who lived there. Today the replica of the Matthew sits proudly in Bristol harbour for all to see. The general public are able to board the Matthew as well as embark on trips around the harbour. | ||
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| The Roman Baths | ||
| Stall Street, Bath BA1 1LZ | ||
| The Roman Baths is a place for the whole family to enjoy. This great temple and bathing complex still flows with natural hot water. The extensive remains and a Roman museum of international significance lie beneath the Pump Room
and Abbey Church Yard in the centre of Bath. Children of all ages can find out about life here in Roman times. | ||
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| Thermae Bath Spa | ||
| Hetling Pump Room, Hot Bath Street, Bath BA1 1SJ | ||
| Thermae Bath Spa is a day spa where you can bathe in the warm, natural mineral-rich waters and choose from a range of spa treatments designed to ease the body and soothe the mind.
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