HIGHLIGHTS

Volunteer in green boiler suit working with a lathe

The Yard in Action Spring 2024

New dates added! Step inside an original Victorian workshop, featuring live machinery demonstrations…

Hydraulic Pump Demonstrations

Yard volunteers are on hand to switch on the Hydraulic Pumps every Thursday and Saturday at 11:30am…

DOCKS HERITAGE WEEKEND 2023

Family-friendly activities along the harbourside to celebrate Bristol’s recent maritime past…

CALENDAR

May
30
Thu
Bristol Walk Fest – Underfall Yard and Cumberland Basin
May 30 @ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Bristol Walk Fest - Underfall Yard and Cumberland Basin

Advance Booking Required

To book this guided walk, please email info@underfallyard.co.uk or telephone 0117 929 3250.

11am-12:30pm

  • Thursday 30th May 2024
  • Friday 31st May 2024

Underfall Yard Trust is delighted to be part of this year’s Walk Fest! Enjoy a guided walk through Bristol Harbour’s industrial heritage, focusing on the 19th century to present day.

Starting on Nova Scotia Place, we will visit Cumberland Basin and Underfall Yard. On the way, we will explore the construction of the Floating Harbour and the New Cut, ending at Underfall Yard’s Visitor Centre with a live demonstration of the yard’s historic hydraulic pumps.

Learn more about Bristol Walk Fest and explore the huge variety of walks on offer by visiting their website.

May
31
Fri
Bristol Walk Fest – Underfall Yard and Cumberland Basin
May 31 @ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Bristol Walk Fest - Underfall Yard and Cumberland Basin

Advance Booking Required

To book this guided walk, please email info@underfallyard.co.uk or telephone 0117 929 3250.

11am-12:30pm

  • Thursday 30th May 2024
  • Friday 31st May 2024

Underfall Yard Trust is delighted to be part of this year’s Walk Fest! Enjoy a guided walk through Bristol Harbour’s industrial heritage, focusing on the 19th century to present day.

Starting on Nova Scotia Place, we will visit Cumberland Basin and Underfall Yard. On the way, we will explore the construction of the Floating Harbour and the New Cut, ending at Underfall Yard’s Visitor Centre with a live demonstration of the yard’s historic hydraulic pumps.

Learn more about Bristol Walk Fest and explore the huge variety of walks on offer by visiting their website.

May
1
Thu
Hydraulic Pump demonstration
May 1 @ 11:30 am – 11:45 am
Hydraulic Pump demonstration

Discover the story behind the yard’s hydraulic pump house, guided by Underfall Yard’s knowledgeable volunteers.

If you’re interested in watching this demonstration, come down to the Visitor Centre at 11:30am on Thursday or Saturday.

Suggested donation of £3

Please note, demonstration times may be subject to cancellations or technical issues. Check with staff or volunteers on arrival for further information.