Clifton Suspension Bridge Visitor Centre
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"One of the United Kingdom's greatest engineering triumphs."
Overview
Clifton Suspension Bridge Visitor Centre tells the story of the "ornament of Bristol" and the people who built, maintain and treasure it. Explore the history of the ‘first love’ of engineer Isambard Kingdom Brunel through an award-winning exhibition packed with family activities and staffed by knowledgeable volunteers. Tours are available, and usually include a visit to the vaults inside the bridge itself.
Ratings & awards
VisitEngland Quality Assessed
Green Tourism Bronze
Features
- Facilities
- Parking nearby
- Cafe
- Opening Times
- Open all year
- Opening Times: 10am-5pm Daily
Key accessibility features
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Parking within 50 metres of entrance
Parking is available within 50 metres of a customer entrance, either on-site or off-site, in a car park or on the street. -
Designated accessible parking
Designated accessible parking is available within 50 metres of the main entrance or an alternative step-free entrance if applicable. -
Step-free route with firm surface from car park to entrance
There is a step-free route with a firm surface from the parking to the main entrance or an alternative step-free entrance.
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Step-free entrance
There is step-free access at the main entrance or an alternative entrance. This may be via a ramp or lift.
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Step-free access to all or most areas
There is step-free access to all or most areas. This may include access by ramp or lift. As a minimum, there is step-free access to an accessible toilet and at least one food and beverage outlet, where available. -
Lift
There are lift(s) available. An evacuation chair should also be available in case of emergency.
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Wheelchair-accessible toilet in public areas
A designated accessible toilet designed for wheelchair users, and others with visible and non-visible accessibility requirements, is available within the main public areas. -
Assistive listening system
There is an assistive listening system available e.g. a hearing loop. -
Emergency alarm with flashing lights
There is an emergency alarm with flashing lights, to alert deaf guests to a fire or other emergency scenario. -
Tactile signage
Tactile signage is available. This may include Braille.
About the area
The Anglo-Saxon settlement at Bristol grew up around the bridge and harbour on the River Avon. With access to the sea, it increased in importance.
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