History & Heritage in Portland

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Attraction
Adults £17.50

Bishop's Palace and Gardens

Home of the Bishops of the Diocese of Bath and Wells for 800 years. Step into a tranquil oasis with enchanting gardens, historic ruins, and scenic views.

Attraction
Adults £4

Stoke-sub-Hamdon Priory

14th/15th-century farm buildings, formerly a priest's residence

Attraction
Adults £14

Tyntesfield

An exquisite Victorian Gothic Revival mansion with vast gardens and parkland, just a stone's throw away from Bristol.

Clifton Suspension Bridge & Visitor Centre
Attraction
Free

Clifton Suspension Bridge & Visitor Centre

Majestic suspension bridge in Bristol. A marvel of Victorian engineering, spanning the Avon Gorge and offering breathtaking views of the river below.

Attraction
From £6

Arnos Vale Cemetary

Explore the distinctive heritage nestled in central Bristol, immersing yourself in 45 acres of classic Victorian Garden Cemetery.

St Mary Redcliffe Church
Attraction
Free

St Mary Redcliffe Church

Gothic masterpiece in Bristol. A medieval church adorned with intricate carvings, soaring spires, and a rich history dating back to the 12th century.

Attraction
Free

Bristol Cathedral

A symbol of Gothic architecture with stunning vaulted ceilings, vibrant stained glass, and a rich history since the 12th century.

Attraction
Free

Cabot Tower

Built to commemorate the 400th anniversary of the journey of John Cabot from Bristol to land which later became Canada.

Blaise Castle Estate
Attraction
Free

Blaise Castle Estate

A 650 acre Grade II* registered parkland including childrens play area, museum and castle.