Join us on 28-29th September for the annual celebration of Bristol Harbour’s industrial heritage. It’s the perfect time to explore the harbourside’s history, with tons of activities for all ages at Underfall Yard, SS Great Britain and M Shed.
Entry is FREE throughout the weekend, with Underfall Yard activities taking place 10am-4:30pm.
Did You Know? – The Docks Heritage Weekend flyer can be exchanged for a £1 discount on travel with Bristol Ferry Boats OR a trip on a vintage bus between M Shed and Underfall Yard. Pick up a flyer at participating venues to enjoy this offer!
Please note: this offer is only active 28-29th September 2024, one flyer per ticket.
What’s on at Underfall Yard?
- Walkthrough of the yard’s Victorian docks workshop, one of the few remaining in the world
- Blacksmithing in the forge by Sam Bailey
- Family activities and demonstrations from the Knotters’ Guild
- Hydraulic Pump demonstration in the yard’s Pump House, guided by our amazing crew of volunteer pump operators
- …and introducing: Voices of the Yard – a self-guided audio trail with stories from those who have lived and worked around Underfall Yard.