Bristol Harbour Railway, Bristol

Name: Bristol Harbour Railway
Address: Bristol, United Kingdom

#129 among attractions in Bristol

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Facts and practical information

The Bristol Harbour Railway was a standard-gauge industrial railway that served the wharves and docks of Bristol, England. The line, which had a network of approximately 5 mi of track, connected the Floating Harbour to the GWR mainline at Bristol Temple Meads. Freight could be transported directly by waggons to Paddington Station in London. The railway officially closed in 1964. ()

Coordinates: 51°26'54"N, 2°35'49"W

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Bristol Harbour Railway – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: M Shed, Arnolfini, Bristol Cathedral, Redcliffe Caves.

~400 ftSW
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
M Shed, Bristol
2 min walk • M Shed is a vibrant museum nestled in the heart of Bristol, United Kingdom, that celebrates the city's rich and diverse history. Located on the historic dockside, M Shed provides a gateway to explore the social, industrial, and maritime heritage of Bristol and its...
~370 ftN
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Arnolfini, Bristol
2 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Bristol's harbourside, the Arnolfini is a contemporary arts centre and museum that stands as a cultural beacon in the United Kingdom. Named after Jan van Eyck's famous painting "The Arnolfini Portrait," this iconic building has been an epicentre...
~1480 ftNW
Church, Gothic Revival architecture, Gothic architecture
Bristol Cathedral, Bristol
8 min walk • Bristol Cathedral stands as a testament to the city's rich religious heritage and architectural grandeur. This magnificent church, located in the heart of Bristol, United Kingdom, is an emblem of English Gothic architecture and has been a place of Christian worship for...
~900 ftE
Nature, Natural attraction, Cave
Redcliffe Caves, Bristol
5 min walk • Beneath the bustling streets of Bristol, United Kingdom, lies a hidden network of man-made tunnels known as the Redcliffe Caves. This subterranean labyrinth, carved out of the red sandstone cliffs, offers a unique glimpse into the city's past.
~1640 ftNE
Nightlife
The Old Duke, Bristol
8 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Bristol, The Old Duke is an iconic jazz and blues venue that has become a beacon for music enthusiasts across the United Kingdom. Established in 1961, this charismatic pub is situated on the cobbled King Street, a stone's throw from the city's...
~1310 ftN
Nightlife, Cinema, Auditorium
Watershed, Bristol
7 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Bristol, the Watershed stands as a beacon of contemporary cinema and digital creativity. This vibrant cultural hub, situated on the historic harbourside, is much more than a mere movie theatre; it is a dynamic space where art meets life.
~1130 ftNW
Museum, Observatories and planetariums, Science museum
We the Curious, Bristol
6 min walk • We the Curious, situated in the heart of Bristol, United Kingdom, is an interactive science museum that stands as a beacon of inspiration and education for visitors of all ages. This modern facility, dedicated to sparking curiosity and igniting a passion for science...
~640 ftN
Bridge
Pero's Bridge, Bristol
4 min walk • Pero's Bridge is a pedestrian bascule bridge that spans St Augustine's Reach in Bristol Harbour, Bristol, England. It links Queen Square and Millennium Square.
~1070 ftN
Park
Queen Square, Bristol
6 min walk • Queen Square is a 2.4 hectares Georgian square in the centre of Bristol, England. Following the 1831 riot, Queen Square declined through the latter part of the 19th century, was threatened with a main line railway station, but then bisected by a dual carriageway in the 1930s.
~1830 ftN
Theater, Concerts and shows
Bristol Hippodrome, Bristol
9 min walk • The Bristol Hippodrome is a theatre located in The Centre, Bristol, England, United Kingdom with seating on three levels giving a capacity of 1,951.
~1580 ftN
Georgian architecture, Thomas Paty, Theater
Bristol Old Vic, Bristol
8 min walk • Bristol Old Vic is a British theatre company based at the Theatre Royal, Bristol. The present company was established in 1946 as an offshoot of the Old Vic in London. It is associated with the Bristol Old Vic Theatre School, which became a financially independent organisation in the 1990s.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Bristol Harbour Railway?

Nearby attractions include Arnolfini, Bristol (2 min walk), M Shed, Bristol (2 min walk), Fire-float Pyronaut, Bristol (3 min walk), Bristol Industrial Museum, Bristol (3 min walk).

How to get to Bristol Harbour Railway by public transport?

The nearest stations to Bristol Harbour Railway:

Ferry

Prince Street Bridge • Lines: Hotwells-Centre (1 min walk)
Millennium Square • Lines: Hotwells-Centre (3 min walk)

Train

Princes Wharf (1 min walk)
SS Great Britain (10 min walk)

Bus

Queen Square • Lines: m2 (5 min walk)
Wapping Wharf • Lines: m2 (6 min walk)