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Places To Visit
| Acton Court | Latteridge Road,
Iron Acton,
Bristol
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| Tel: 01454 228 224
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| Must be pre-booked.
Beautifully conserved Tudor house built for Henry VIII.
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| | | Avon Valley Railway | Bitton Station,
Bath Road, Bitton,
Bristol
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| Tel: 0117 932 5538
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| 0117 932 7296 - 24 Hour Timetable
0117 932 5538 - General Enquiries
'Returning Steam to the Avon Valley'
The Avon Valley Railway is more than just a train ride, offering a whole
new experience for some or a nostalgic memory for others. Take a trip on
a steam train into the scenic Avon Valley, midway between Bristol and
Bath, and catch a glimpse of the past when steam was king. Experience
the unique sights, sounds and smells of a bygone age. See the trains
being lovingly restored and find out about the work to extend the line
towards Bath at this working museum dedicated to the glorious days of
steam.
Following on from last year's successful open days, 2003 sees steam
trains running every Wednesday and Thursday during August until the end
of October, from 11.00 am to 4.00 pm. Just the ticket for a family or
group outing. Steam trains will also be running every Sunday and Bank
Holiday from Easter until the end of September, from 11.00 am to 4.00
pm. The station, buffet, and toilets are open every day from 10.30 am to
5.00 pm and school holidays from 11.00 am to 5.00 pm.
For that special dinning experience why not board one of our popular
Steam 'n' Cuisine dinning trains on selected Sundays and enjoy a
fabulous three course Sunday luncheon.
The Avon Valley Railway also hosts a number of other special events
through out the year including 'Day out with Thomas the Tank Engine' on
May 10-11 and Oct 4-5, Teddy Bears Picnic on July 20 and September 21,
plus the opportunity to see Father Christmas and receive a present
whilst riding on the train at Christmas.
Other attractions include a Picnic Area, Station Buffet and Gift Shop.
Close by are the Avon Valley Country Park, and the Avon Wildlife Trusts
Willsbridge Mill plus an extensive network of local footpaths, including
the Avon Walkway and the Monarchs Way, with which to explore the area,
giving the family the opportunity for a great day out.
Tickets to ride on the train cost £3.50 for adults, £2.00 for children
(3-16), £2.50 for OAP or a family ticket for 2 Adults & 2 Children is
available for £10.00. All tickets provide unlimited travel on the day of
issue (except during special event days, including Day Out With Thomas
and Santa Specials).
Bitton Station can be found mid-way between Bristol and Bath on the A431
at Willsbridge. Entrance to the station, and car parking is free.
Badgerline bus service number 332 (weekdays) and 632 (weekends) operate
between Bristol and Bath and stop at Bitton Station, (for further bus
information telephone Badgerline on 0117 955 3231). The nearest mainline
railway station is at Keynsham which is a 1½ mile flat walk from Bitton
Station (for train information telephone National Rail Enquiry Line on
0345 484950). You can also cycle to the Avon Valley Railway along the
Bristol to Bath Railway Path (route 4 of the National Cycle Network)
which starts at St. Phillips, Bristol or Newbridge, Bath.
Further information for people intending to ride on the train can be
obtained by telephoning the 24 hour talking timetable on 0117 932 7296.
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| | | BRISTOL AERO COLLECTION | Kemble Airfield,
Cirencester
Gloucestershire GL7 6BA
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| Tel: 01285 771204 / 0117 950 0908
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| | Email: oliver@deardenbac.fsnet.co.uk | | | Web: http://www.chew76.fsnet.co.uk | | Description 90 years of Bristol aviation and space heritage
The BAC was formed in 1990 to record the achievements and contributions
to aviation, aerospace and other branches of engineering of the Bristol
Aeroplane Company and its successors at Filton and Patchway. The story
began in February 1910 when the chairman of the Bristol Tramways and
Carriage Company, Sir George White, decided to enter aviation. BAC moved
to Kemble in 1996. In a large wartime hangar on this active airfield it
has assembled a comprehensive collection of exhibits setting out the
continuous development of military and civil aircraft, helicopters,
guided missiles, aero engines and space exploration. It is hoped to
re-locate the collection to Filton in South Gloucestershire
Opening Details Located Hangar A1, Kemble Airfield, four miles south
west of Cirencester
Open every Sunday and Bank Holiday, until end of October. 10.00am to
4.00pm
Group visits and school parties outside normal hours by arrangement.
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| | | DYRHAM PARK HOUSE | Dyrham Park,
nr Chippenham
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| Tel: 01179 372501
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| | Email: wdymxa@smtp.ntrust.org.uk | | | Web: http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk | | National Trust property
Crowned with a balustrade and with fine views over its ancient deer
park, Dyrham was built between 1691 and 1702 for William Blathwayt,
William III's Secretary at War and Secretary of State. The rooms have
changed little since Blathwayt furnished them and their contents are
recorded in his housekeeper's inventory. There are many fine textiles
and paintings, as well as items of blue-and-white delftware, reflecting
the contemporary taste for Dutch fashions. Restored Victorian domestic
rooms open, including kitchen, bells passage, bakehouse, larders,
tenants' hall and Delft-tiled dairy. Car park has been relocated to the
East Lodge, and a free bus now takes visitors to and from the house,
thereby restored to its original, car-free, setting. Audio tours of the
house, colour souvenir guidebook and CD-ROM available to purchase
Opening Details House open: April to October: 12.00-5.30pm (last
admissions 4.45pm): daily except Wednesday and Thursday
Garden: as house 11.00am-5.30pm or dusk if earlier
Park: daily (closed 25 Dec) 12.00-5.30pm or dusk if earlier (opens 11
when garden open)
Winter opening for domestic rooms: November to December Saturday and
Sunday 12.00-4.00pm
Picnics welcome in park, but parties of 20+ please tel. in advance. No
barbecues
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