Bristol offers a wide variety of architectural styles from many periods of Great Britain’s history. Take this walking tour to familiarize yourself with Bristol's architectural heritage. Take this walking tour to familiarize yourself with Bristol's architectural heritage.
1) Temple Meads Train Station
Bristol Temple Meads railway station is the oldest and largest railway station in Bristol. It was opened on 31 August 1840. The station was designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel. Due to its amazing architecture value the majority of the site is Grade 1 listed.
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2) Saint Mary Redcliffe
St. Mary Redcliffe is an outstanding Anglican parish church situated in the Redcliffe district of Bristol. The church is the tallest building in Bristol and the second tallest parish church in England. Inside the church you can find a beautiful pipe organ, a great collection of old ironwork and magnificent stained glass.
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3) The Granary
Constructed in 1869, The Granary was originally used as a humble grain store. Today, it is an attraction that showcases a masterpiece of Byzantine style brickwork.
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4) Saint John the Baptist Church
Saint John the Baptist Church was founded by Walter Frampton, Mayor of Bristol, in the 14th century. The church itself is very narrow since it is built into the city walls. Nowadays the church is a destination that offers peace and beauty in the heart of the city.
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5) The Red Lodge
The Red Lodge was built in 1580 as a lodge for a Great House. It is decorated in several styles including Elizabethan. Seven rooms, including the magnificent Great Oak Room of the Tudor period, tell the history of the house. In the herbaceous walled garden at the Red Lodge you will find the same plants that were found in English gardens of 1630.
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6) Bristol Cathedral
The Cathedral Church of the Holy and Undivided Trinity is the Church of England cathedral in the city of Bristol, England, and is commonly known as Bristol Cathedral. Founded in 1140, it became the seat of the bishop and cathedral of the new Diocese of Bristol in 1542. Located on College Green, across which its architecture can be seen to advantage, the cathedral presents a harmonious view of tall Gothic windows and pinnacled skyline that belies the fact that it was constructed over a period of more than 700 years. The cathedral has much of interest including unique architectural features, unusual memorials and an historic organ.
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7) University Tower
This grand and splendid building is a major landmark in Bristol and one of the most famous parts of Bristol University. The octagonal belfry at the top is an open structure designed to amplify the bell’s sonorous tones.
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8) The Victoria Rooms
The Victoria Rooms are located at the crossroads of Queen's Road and Whiteladies Road. This Gothic Revival style building, designed by Charles Dyer, also includes a statue of King Edward VII standing out front.
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9) The Clifton Suspension Bridge
This world famous bridge was constructed after British engineer Brunel's design and was completed in 1864. It crosses the Avon River and walking the bridge is the best way to enjoy it and get a great view of Bristol. The bridge is a wonderful sight during the evening when it is lit up.
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