Must See Sights and Landmarks in Longleat Safari Park Area

"About: Designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel, the Clifton Suspension Bridge is one of the world's greatest bridges and has been attracting visitors from all over the globe for the last 150 years. An architectural marvel, the bridge spans the Avon Gorge and the River Avon, linking Clifton in Bristol to Leigh Woods in North Somerset. Facilities: A Visitor Information Centre is situated at the Leigh Woods end of the bridge."

"Where usually Clifton Suspension Bridge dominates Bristol’s skyline, you can also see some excellent views of Avon Gorge and Bristol’s rooftops from the bridge itself. Personally, we’d recommend coming here at night so that you can see all the sparkling lights of Bristol… it’s very pretty and won’t cost you a penny!. A must for first time visitors…"

"Pulteney Bridge is one of only a few bridges in the world that has shops across its full span on both sides; it also happens to be a great place to get a drink. Take a wander across first of all, to look back on lovely arches and the weir in front. Then head back for the view from the bridge itself."

"Cathedrals are always a good place to take photos and Bristol Cathedral is happy for you to snap away as long as you don't do it during a service. Again there are plenty of options available here from shooting the Cathedral from the outside on College Green or playing with the light, lines and atmospherics inside. PHOTO TIP: When shooting stained glass windows try to keep your camera as still as possible using a tripod or if you've not got one to hand, rest your camera on a pew."

"Built originally as the church of the Saint Augustine Abbey, Bristol Cathedral took almost 600 years to achieve its present form. The east end, superbly rebuilt in the Decorated style by Abbot Knowle, dates from between 1298 and 1330. The central tower and transepts were completed in the 16th century, and the nave and towered west facade are from the 19th century."

"Bristol Cathedral isn’t as large or imposing as other UK city Cathedrals, but it’s still worth visiting. Founded in 1140, Bristol Cathedral has long been a site of historical significance in the city. It’s free to enter and explore."

"Cabot Tower is a 105ft tower built in 1897 to commemorate John Cabot's famous voyage from Bristol and the continent of North America 400 years earlier. Situated on Bristol's lovely Brandon Hill, just behind Park Street, you can climb the tight spiral staircase to the top of Cabot Tower to re-enact Rapunzel - or Dinsney's Tangled, as the little ones will know it - and enjoy panoramic views of the city of Bristol and its harbourside. Where: Brandon Hill Park, Park St, Bristol, Avon BS1 5RR"

"Cabot Tower, currently closed, is set in the gorgeous parkland of Brandon Hill near Park Street in the West End. The 105ft tower was built in 1897 to commemorate John Cabot’s famous voyage from Bristol to North America four hundred years ago. Brandon Hill is the oldest park in Bristol, with beautiful views over the city and Harbourside area."

"This stately church was built for cathedral workmen in 1219 and named after Thomas Becket. Its most famous feature is the amazing doom painting above the chancel arch, painted in 1475, which depicts Christ on the..."

"Sham Castle is a curious piece of architecture on Claverton Down, an 18th century folly that consists of an extravagant wall …"

"A community farm which provides that recreation, education and therapy using food, farming and the environment as a theme. The kids can get involved in picking fruit and veg, planting bulbs, discovering nature trails and caring for the animals. There are also regular workshops and events to get kids excited and involved in the natural world."

"About: This indoor and outdoor children's farm is the perfect day out for those up to 12 years of age. It allows those living in the city a chance to experience real farming life. As well as offering the brilliant experience of farm life, they offer educational and recreational facilities including activities for all to get involved with."

"The boat travels under the bridge, out past the edge of the city and on into the countryside as far as the pretty little village of Bathampton before returning to Bath. Call in at the Canary Gin Bar for a pre-dinner drink. You can try one of the Cocktails of ‘Gin’ Austen made with their small-batch Bath Gin Company gin, or one of the bar’s other 230 gins. Then head back towards the Royal Crescent for dinner at The Circus, a family-run restaurant in a Georgian building, which serves local and seasonal food like Wiltshire lamb and Devon crab."

"Since you’re already at the river, you might want to stop by the east side, where you can catch a 1-hr boat ride that floats down the River Avon to the village of Bathampton. If you have more time, you can stop off in Bathampton for a pint at the pub before heading back."

"The walk to nearby Bathampton is very manageable and will also give you a delightful glimpse into the rolling hill countryside that surrounds the city. If the stroll has made you a bit peckish, then why not stop at one of Bathampton’s waterside pubs."

"Brunel’s SS Great Britain – once the longest passenger ship in the world – is one of Bristol’s most iconic landmarks, and for good reason. Billed as the ‘ship that changed the world’, she epitomises not only Bristolian maritime history, but British maritime history, famed for being ahead of her time and the first iron steamer to cross the Atlantic. A trip to the onboard museum tells the tale of how she completed the Atlantic voyage in 14 days, an impressive feat back in 1845, and how she also carried thousands of immigrants to Australia."

"SS Great Britain in Bristol (Photo: Flickr) Bristol is located along the River Avon and the old industrial port is now home to lively restaurants and museums. There are a lot of great museums and cultural areas of the city to walk around. If you arrive there with a rough plan, you’ll be able to get around to everything you want to see in just two days in Bristol."

"The Salisbury Library and Galleries building houses the Edwin Young Collection. The gallery showcases an excellent selection of artwork composed principally of wash drawings by Edwin Young (1831-1913), a Victorian watercolorist. This artist willed the gallery, as well as his personal art collection and works to the city in 1913."

"The Victoria Art Gallery is another Bath museum that’s free for children – you can also get combined tickets with the Roman Baths and Fashion Museum, and it’s another great option for rainy days in Bath with kids. The collection includes items from the 15th century right up to the present day (including a recently acquired Grayson Perry print). As well as family events during school holidays, you’ll find art trolleys stocked with crafts to try including colouring and a portrait trail."

"If you are a lover of art, the permanent gallery at Victoria Art Gallery is free to enter and there are large temporary exhibitions throughout the year. The museum is filled with paintings, sculptures and decorative arts and collections range from the 15th century to the present day. The Victoria Art Gallery is open from 10:30am-5pm every day and kids can make some art of their own with the worksheets and art trolleys around the museum."

"The Museum of East Asian Art is located a few metres from The Circus in central Bath and is one of the most unique art collections in England. Situated in a restored Georgian house, the Museum attracts the interest of students, scholars and tourists, and also has a loyal local following. Since opening to the public in April 1993, the Museum has gone from strength to strength, and has become one of the most extensive collections of East Asian art outside London."

"Be sure to add the Museum of East Asian Art (MEAA) to your list of Bath attractions to explore. Housed in another of the city's gorgeous old Georgian townhomes, this fascinating museum opened in 1993 and contains many fine collections of carvings made from jade and bamboo. There are also many bronze sculptures and ceramics from across East and Southeast Asia, including Korea, Japan, and China, in the collection."

"1 km from city center 17 out of 20 places to visit in Bath. Established in 1993, the Museum of East Asian Art is the only museum of the United Kingdom preserving collections of East Asian art and other artefacts. Located on Bennett Street, the museum is a 12-minute walk from the city centre."

"New Room Chapel is the first Methodist chapel in the world and holds great historic importance in the city of Bristol. The place was built in 1739 by John Wesley and is a marvel off Architecture and design. The place has gained popularity due to its history and beautiful interiors."

"The Red Lodge is older having been built in 1580 as a lodge to a Great House that has long since gone. Red Lodge contains an array of rooms superbly preserved that demonstrate examples of Elizabethan, Stuart and Georgian styles. The highlight of the Lodge is the wood panelled Great Oak Room which is considered to be one of the finest Elizabethan rooms in the West Country."

"The Red Lodge Museum is a historic house museum in Bristol and is one of the best tourist attractions in the place. The red lodge is a free for all museums that is one of a kind in Bristol when it comes to the rooms and other architecture of the whole museum. The original building was Tudor/Elizabethan which was built in 1579-1580."

"It may be hidden away, but the Red Lodge Museum is a smash of Elizabethan history, Georgian architecture, and Victorian discipline. Built in the 1500s, you’ll find some of the oldest architecture across Bristol with the most beautiful gardens."