Days Out in Bristol

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From prehistoric standing stones to a medieval castle hiding a gruesome history, Bristol is surrounded by fascinating days out for everyone.

Within the city discover the ruins of Temple Church, sitting within it's own lovely gardens, or head to nearby Somerset for picturesque castles and peaceful picnic spots.

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Places to visit in Bristol

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  • Escape the city & discover the peaceful gardens of Temple Church
  • Take a day trip to Stonehenge in nearby Wiltshire

Places to visit : Bristol

Temple Church
Temple Church

The 'leaning tower' and walls of this large late medieval church survived bombing during the Second World War. The graveyard is now a peaceful public garden.

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Farleigh Hungerford Castle
Farleigh Hungerford Castle

Somerset

Impressive 14th century castle with hidden treasures and sinister past. Chapel with rare medieval wall paintings and in the crypt, the best collection of human-shaped lead coffins in Britain.

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Nunney Castle
Nunney Castle

Somerset

Picturesque moated castle built in the 1370s. Held for the King during the Civil War, falling to Parliamentarian cannon in 1645: the gun-damaged wall finally collapsing on Christmas Day 1910.

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Stanton Drew Circles and Cove
Stanton Drew Circles and Cove

Somerset

Though the 3rd largest collection of prehistoric standing stones in England, the three circles and three-stone cove are surprisingly little-known. Originally part of a much more elaborate ritual site.

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Old Wardour Castle
Old Wardour Castle

Wiltshire

Set in landscaped grounds beside a lake in peaceful Wiltshire countryside, these 14th century ruins provide a relaxed, romantic day out for couples, families and budding historians alike.

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Stoney Littleton Long Barrow
Stoney Littleton Long Barrow

Somerset

One of the finest accessible examples of a Neolithic chambered tomb, with its multiple burial chambers open to view. Bring a torch and experience the burial chambers at first hand.

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As you Like It
As you Like It
Venue: Hailes Abbey, Gloucestershire
Date: 25 May 2012

Rain or Shine Theatre come to Hailes Abbey with a brand new production of one of Shakespeare’s classic comedies. Come along and enjoy an enchanting evening of outdoor theatre at its best.
Jubilee Royal Trail
Jubilee Royal Trail
Venue: Pendennis Castle, Cornwall
Date: Sat 2 - Sun 10 Jun 2012

Especially for the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee, join us to seek out kings and queens from the past on the trail around the site. Complete the challenge and a special prize awaits!
Time Travellers Go... Roman
Time Travellers Go... Roman
Venue: Old Sarum, Wiltshire
Date: Sat 2 & Sun 3 Jun 2012

Could you hack it in Roman Britain? Take part in a variety of hands-on activities from games to drills and crafts. Hear about Roman life as a soldier and citizen and handle Roman weapons and objects
Roman Family Fun Trail
Roman Family Fun Trail
Venue: Old Sarum, Wiltshire
Date: Sat 2 - Sun 10 Jun 2012

Our Roman soldiers have taken leave of their post and gone missing! Can you hunt down the clues and find them all? There's a special prize for those who can!
Pirates Invade!
Pirates Invade!
Venue: Dartmouth Castle, Devon
Date: Sun 3 & Mon 4 Jun 2012

Arr me hearties! Pirates are invading Dartmouth Castle! Come visit if you dare and meet the crew of the famous pirate ship' La Grande Derrier'. Marvel at demonstrations of musketry and cutlass work and listen to far fetched and fantastical pirate tales.
Time Travellers Go... Royal
Time Travellers Go... Royal
Venue: Pendennis Castle, Cornwall
Date: Mon 4 - Fri 8 Jun 2012

See if you have what it takes to join the ranks of royalty in our special royal-themed Time Travellers event. Enjoy games and crafts fit for a king or queen and meet some royal characters of times gone by.
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