Free Entry
The leaning tower and walls of this large late medieval church in Bristol survived bombing during the Second World War. Temple Church is so called because the original church here was built by the Knights Templar, the medieval military order founded to protect pilgrims to the Holy Land. Their round church was later replaced with a more spacious rectangular one, and the shape of the first church is marked out in the ground.
The graveyard is now a public garden.
Read more about the history of Temple Church.
Heritage Open Days 2025
Guided tours will be available at Temple Church on Friday 12th September and Friday 19th September at 11am. This is an exciting opportunity to hear more stories from this facinating site.
Tours are free but booking is essential via https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/bristol-temple-church-guided-tours-tickets-1392469035369
Before You Go
Access: The church is open 10am - 4pm daily between April and January inclusive. The surrounding garden path is suitable for wheelchairs.
Parking: There is charged on-street parking within five minutes of the site. The Church is also an easy walk from the city centre and Temple Meads station. View details.
Dogs: Dogs on leads are welcome.
Drone flying: Please see our Drone guidance
Plan a Great Day Out
Why not extend your day out with a visit to Farleigh Hungerford Castle, just 15 miles from Temple Church. Learn about the intriguing, and at times gruesome, history of the Hungerford family and explore the dark corners of the chapel crypt.
Bristol Temple Church Guided Tours
Join us on Friday mornings at 11am from the 27th June for guided tours. Our knowledgeable guides will take you on a journey through the rich history and stunning architecture of the Church. Booking is essential via https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/bristol-temple-church-guided-tours-tickets-1392469035369