Since the creation of Bristol's Floating Harbour in 1809, Underfall Yard has played a central role in the development of Bristol. The closure of the City Docks in the 1970s resulted in the loss of much of the industrial 'feel' that once characterised the area. As a working boatyard comprised of listed and Scheduled buildings that also welcomes visitors, Underfall Yard is a unique and important survivor. Our visitor centre explores the elegant engineering behind the creation of the harbour and considers the yard's Victorian workshop, vintage hydraulic equipment, Patent Slipway and its ongoing use as a base for Harbour maintenance, boatbuilding and boat repair.
Was having a nice time until staff came to tell my toddler to stop playing with the rope. He was just holding it. It's designed to hold this while canopy down through a storm. It would take tonnes of pressure to break the rope or hooks, many many tonnes. My toddler is that strong. I just wanted to be left in peace to enjoy my beverage.
A wonderful attraction at the very western end of Bristol's Harbourside. Lots of information about the harbour, the industries that used to be there and the engineering which enabled it all to happen. Lots of knowledgeable volunteers bring it all to life. A working boatyard to explore, a nice cafe and fabulous views of the harbour.
Interesting place with some very old looking machinery...a nice walk around the water in Bristol
A great place to take the kids to learn some history of Bristol and its waterways. They have interactive displays to help people of all ages enjoy the experience. And a cafe and outdoor seating area to relax by the river. Staff were welcoming and very knowledgeable.
I found it really interesting learning about the engineering history of Bristol at the Underfall Yard. I had no idea how much work goes into maintaining the docks and how much these have changed over the centuries. The exhibition pays homage to the great minds, past and present, who helped to make Bristol one of the biggest ports in the world and who have continued to work hard to maintain the city that we know today.
The volunteers are very knowledgeable and have a lot of interesting stories about Bristol. Would definitely recommend.
On-site services
Wheelchair-accessible car park
Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Restaurant
Toilets
Good for kids
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Was having a nice time until staff came to tell my toddler to stop playing with the rope. He was just holding it. It's designed to hold this while canopy down through a storm. It would take tonnes of pressure to break the rope or hooks, many many tonnes. My toddler is that strong. I just wanted to be left in peace to enjoy my beverage.
A wonderful attraction at the very western end of Bristol's Harbourside. Lots of information about the harbour, the industries that used to be there and the engineering which enabled it all to happen. Lots of knowledgeable volunteers bring it all to life. A working boatyard to explore, a nice cafe and fabulous views of the harbour.
Interesting place with some very old looking machinery...a nice walk around the water in Bristol
A great place to take the kids to learn some history of Bristol and its waterways. They have interactive displays to help people of all ages enjoy the experience. And a cafe and outdoor seating area to relax by the river. Staff were welcoming and very knowledgeable.
I found it really interesting learning about the engineering history of Bristol at the Underfall Yard. I had no idea how much work goes into maintaining the docks and how much these have changed over the centuries. The exhibition pays homage to the great minds, past and present, who helped to make Bristol one of the biggest ports in the world and who have continued to work hard to maintain the city that we know today.
The volunteers are very knowledgeable and have a lot of interesting stories about Bristol. Would definitely recommend.
