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Take a Virtual Trip along the Great West Way

Take a virtual trip to our beautiful slice of quintessential England - we've got all sorts of online activities to keep you busy. So settle in and enjoy the delights of the Great West Way from the comfort of your own home...

Virtual Holidays on the Great West Way

Step aboard the stunning SS Great Britain with a virtual tour of the boat .

Keep busy at home with Wiltshire Museum 's new At Home programme featuring do-it-yourself craft activities, learning resources for kids, stories about intriguing objects from their collections, interesting documents from the libraries and more.

See the stunning interior of Bristol Cathedral with a virtual tour of the cathedral .

Keep an eye on the Iford Manor YouTube channel for tours of the garden, soothing ‘zen’ videos and helpful gardening tutorials from the team behind this beautiful English garden 

Explore the Roman Baths with a virtual tour , a walkthrough of the spaces or a look at some of the key objects from their collections. 

Whilst you're in Bath, explore Dress of the Year collection from the 1960s to the present day at the Fashion Museum and Assembly Rooms.  Or test your fashion knowledge with the  online quiz .

Take to the water for sailing, stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, windsurfing or water skiing at Cotswold Water Park .

Built to house monarchs & designed to impress powerful visitors, Hampton Court Palace is a Tudor treasure. This vast complex contains over 1,000 rooms & is set within acres of stunning gardens and parkland. Take a look around and find out more.

Discover lots of activities, videos, fun facts and interesting info with Aerospace at Home from Aerospace Bristol . 

Take a virtual tour of the pretty Cotswold town of Tetbury , within easy reach of the Great West Way, with Blue Badge tour guide Anne Bartlett from Tour and Explore .

Keep an eye on the Youtube account for The Pounds Art Centre , where they will be posting videos of performances, readings and more.

Float up, up and away over Bath and the stunning surrounding countryside with this video balloon ride from Bailey Balloons . 

The National Garden Scheme organise open gardens all along the Great West Way route, welcoming members of the public in to explore behind the scenes in gorgeous private gardens to raise money for charity. You can enjoy a fantastic collection of virtual tours from this summer with their Virtual Garden Visits .

Explore the racing circuit at the West Country's Home of Motorsport, Castle Combe Circuit , with a virtual 360 view .

The spectacular staircase of locks at Caen Hill near Devizes is considered one of the wonders of the UK's waterways. Experience what it's like to travel through one of the locks with this 360 video  from the Canal & River Trust. (Spin the video for the full view!)

For any foodies out there, you can now book a virtual food tour of Bath to enjoy from your own home thanks to Savouring Bath . You can even purchase a box of tasty samples to eat during the tour, which will be delivered to your door.

Take a look around the interactive galleries at the Museum of English Rural Life or explore their online exhibitions to see a fascinating archive of digital materials about English rural life.

Step aboard a virtual boat trip along the Thames from Reading with Thames Rivercruise .

Step inside the home of Her Majesty The Queen. The Queen spends most of her private weekends at Windsor Castle , as well as using it for ceremonial and state occasions. The Castle has been the family home of British kings and queens for almost 1,000 years! Take a virtual tour of the castle and explore the stunning Waterloo Chamber, created to celebrate the defeat of Napoleon Bonaparte in 1815.  

Odbury Tours  have uploaded a virtual walk taking in Calne to Oldbury Castle, Cherhill White Horse and the Lansdowne Monument to their Facebook page.

Virtual Holidays within Easy Reach of the Great West Way

Meet the animals past and present with Longleat's 3 part virtual safari tour narrated by the one-and-only Kate Humble!

Enjoy a live view of the ancient standing stones at Stonehenge with their Stonehenge Skyscape tool. Watch the sun rise and set and experience the atmosphere and mystery of the iconic stone circle. 

Admire the wonderful views from the hillfort at Old Sarum (the site of the original Salisbury Cathedral) with a ' Postcard from Old Sarum ' from English Heritage .

Located a short drive to the North of the Great West Way route, World Heritage Site Blenheim Palace is a masterpiece of 18th century Baroque architecture, which houses some of the finest antique collections in Europe, and was the birthplace of Sir Winston Churchill. Explore Blenheim's State Rooms from home with their VR tour .

Virtual Trips to the Towns, Villages and Cities along the Great West Way

Step into some of the most incredible views in Bristol at the city’s famous landmarks, including Cabot Tower, Clifton Suspension Bridge and the floating harbour with this 360 video . (Drag the view as the video plays for the full 360 experience)

Take a look at the world-heritage city of Bath with their video , then take a virtual trip to the city .

Bradford on Avon is a peaceful historic town boasting rows of pretty cottages, fascinating historic buildings and lovely walks by the River Avon or the canal. See for yourself.

Have a look around an ancient market town that packs a postcard-perfect punch with this video of Marlborough , located in the picturesque rural north-east of Wiltshire.

In the North Wessex Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty you will find rich chalk grassland, ancient woodland, arable farmland, river valleys, heaths, commons, ancient monuments and historic towns & villages. See for yourself.

You can’t say the word Windsor without conjuring up images of the world's oldest and largest inhabited castle, royalty, horse racing, Changing the Guard, the River Thames and Eton College. Discover Windsor from home with these fantastic videos from around the town. 

Malmesbury is a vibrant and historic market town on the River Avon, home to a stunning 12th Century Abbey which is still very much in use today. Take a look for yourself.

Discover the quintessential West Country Village of Steeple Ashton with their video introduction to the village and surrounding area.

Reading in Berkshire offers brilliant shopping, vibrant nightlife, walks along the Thames Path and Ridgeway National Trails and atmospheric medieval ruins. See the town from the air with this short video.

The historic market town of Calne is surrounded by ancient monuments. Travelling from the ancient standing stones at Avebury to Calne reveals the very heart of the Great West Way. Explore more with their video.

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Experience Bristol from your sofa: A virtual visit to the city

Culture lovers, travellers and school children alike can explore Bristol’s heritage, street art, galleries, historic museums, music and top attractions online, with virtual tours, podcasts and playlists. Here’s our round-up of the best ways to virtually visit Bristol.   

Brunel’s SS Great Britain  

Take a virtual wander around Brunel’s iconic Victorian luxury ship, the SS Great Britain . The world’s first great ocean liner is one of the city’s top visitor attractions today, lovingly restored to her former glory after an incredible rescue from wreckage and homecoming (more on that here ). Hover over the blue flags for additional sensory information and learn about this ship’s pioneering past. 

Image - Brunel's SS Great Britain

We The Curious  

Both kids and grown-ups love playing with the 300+ interactive exhibits and experiments at We The Curious, there to test out mind-bending ideas and surprise you with things you never knew about the inner workings of the world. Marvel at what’s on offer through their virtual tour , from a ball run through a hungry skeleton to giant whisper dishes that carry your messages metres away.

Image - We The Curious, credit Paul Blakemore   

A 360 view of Bristol attractions

Featuring Brunel’s SS Great Britain and We The Curious along with Bristol Aquarium , Bristol Zoo Gardens, M Shed and Leigh Woods, get a snapshot of these awesome attractions with locals sharing what makes them so special.

Bristol Museum & Art Gallery  

Enter the magnificent Bristol Museum building in their online tour . Housed here are all kinds of treasures, some of which can be spied on your virtual way round, including Banksy’s Paint Pot Angel, a Bristol Boxkite and the Egyptian and Assyrian galleries. 

Lose yourself in the online exhibitions archive for Bristol Museum and M Shed too, revisiting past exhibiitions or experiencing them for the first time. Those available online include Masters of Japanese Prints, Empire through the Lens, and death: the human experience. 

Google Expeditions

You can also use Google Expeditions to access Bristol Museums' wider collection. Once downloaded, search for ‘Living as a Georgian’, ‘Blaise Castle House Museum’ and ‘Elizabethan life in Bristol’ to find tours of Georgian House Museum , Red Lodge Museum and Blaise Castle House Museum .  

Image - The Georgian House Museum,

Bristol Old Vic Theatre

If you're missing trips to the theatre, keep an eye on Bristol Old Vic's ' On Screen ' programme. Usually projected on the foyer wall every night before a show, you can also watch the  motion mapped video  Aardman and Limbic Cinema created for the theatre on YouTube. Over on Soundcloud, listen to the Women of Bristol Old Vic sound installation , featuring interviews and stories bringing the voices of women in theatre to the forefront and celebrating their achievements across history. 

Bristol Cathedral  

Bristol’s beautiful and historic Cathedral has almost certainly stood on the site for over a thousand years, but it came to prominence in 1140 when Robert Fitzhardinge founded the Abbey of St Augustine. Before the lockdown, Bristol Cathedral was streaming their services live, but as this is no longer possible, you can still see The Cathedral 's spectacular stained-glass windows and find out about its history via their online tour. Keep an eye on their Facebook page for live-streamed services and pre-recorded videos too. 

Clifton Suspension Bridge  

Clifton Suspension Bridge 's lockdown resources page offers loads of activities, challenges and educational resources. Also, their history pages are full of stories about the iconic bridge. On their YouTube channel, you are able to go on a virtual tour of the Leigh Woods Vaults . Their archives have been digitalized for you to explore!

The New Room  

The world’s oldest Methodist chapel is a historic 276-year-old Grade I listed church originally built by John Wesley shortly after he arrived in Bristol in 1739. You can visit it virtually via The New Room’s online tour and see inside this historic chapel, which was also used as a filming location for Poldark .  

Image - The New Room

Banksy tour  

Bristol is world-renowned for the vibrant street art that adorns its walls, including many of born-and-bred Bristolian Banksy’s earliest and most famous pieces. To see some of the anonymous street artist’s marvellous murals from your phone, including his latest 2020 Valentine's piece, download the Banksy Bristol Trail app. It gives you the lowdown on the early history of Banksy as well as articles with photos about the Banksy vs Bristol Museum show and his Dismaland exhibit. 

Image - The Girl with the Pierced Eardrum by Banksy 

Hotel hop from home

See which Bristol hotels take your fancy for future visits with the virtual tours on offer. Sneak a peek at the  Mercure Bristol Grand Hotel , with decor inspired by the local art scene; the atmospheric Hotel du Vin & Bistro , based in a converted sugar factory; and the modern Cleyro Serviced Apartments in the Finzels Reach quarter.

Image - Mercure Bristol Grand Hotel

Bristol History Podcast  

Brush up on your Bristol history through the back catalogue of this podcast, made in collaboration with Bristol Cable, a magazine produced by locals. The podcast has several episodes and interviews outlining the city’s history including the role of Caribbean migration in the city, Polling Day in 18th century Bristol, natural history of the West Country, Bristol’s overseas trade in history, street art and many more topics to delve into from your sofa.  

Bristol music on Spotify playlists 

As the birthplace of ground-breaking music from legendary acts such as Massive Attack, Portishead, Roni Size and Tricky, Bristol is well known for its rich music heritage. Listen to this Spotify playlist to rediscover some of Bristol’s iconic sounds, or hear the new sounds from the city including Beak>, IDLES, Heavy Lungs, Fenne Lily and Harvey Causon.

St John on the Wall

The hidden church built into the Old City wall is offering several virtual activities. Firstly, their online 360 tour lets you explore the 12th century chruch from the comfort of your sofa. Secondly, they offer you a free virtual audio tour.

St Thomas the Martyr

The Church of St Thomas the Martyr is a fine Classical building dating back to 1792-93. It was designed by James Allen and, with its handsome east end fronting onto a busy commercial street, has something of the style and impact of a church in Rome. You are now able to experience their virtual 360 tour from your sofa!

Voyage back in time at Brunel’s SS Great Britain, the world’s first great ocean liner.

We The Curious is a state-of-the-art visitor attraction, offering an amazing world of hands-on discovery for you, your friends and family.

A spectacular aquarium near Bristol's Harbourside that provides an amazing underwater adventure from the British coast to exotic tropical seas

The M Shed is an innovative and exciting flagship museum for Bristol, featuring gallery space and a packed events schedule.

Enjoy a lively programme of independent film, digital media and events at this fantastic media centre in the heart of the Harbourside

Museum and art gallery exhibiting some outstanding collections of art, archaeology, Egyptology and natural history in a magnificent building

One of the most complete 18th century town houses surviving in the UK, offering a glimpse of life hunderds of years ago.

A historic Elizabethan house, with a stunning walled garden and many original or otherwise completely restored features.

Unique mansion that houses some stunning period costumes and everyday Victorian objects, including model trains, dolls and toys

Much more than a fascinating building, being a fine example of a hall church, it is a centre of Bristol's history, civic life and culture.

The oldest Methodist building in the world, constructed as a meeting room and accommodation after Wesley began to preach in 1739.

Underfall Yard – the heart of Bristol’s harbour since 1809 and the machines that powered a port.

Some of Banksy's most famous Bristol works combined to make for a great self-guided walking tour of the city.

The four-star Mercure Bristol Grand on Broad Street, Bristol has had an extensive makeover giving the historic Grade II listed building a stylish and distinctive new look and feel.

Quirky, elegant and luxurious hotel, with some loft-style rooms and a fantastic on-site bistro

The 6 O'clock Gin Distillery Tour gives you unparalleled access to this Bristol distillery.

The Bristol tourist attraction features a Camera Obscura and Cave and sits above the Avon Gorge offering superb views of Bristol.

Established in 1743, St Nicholas Market is the oldest and best loved market in Bristol, famous for being home to some of the best food in the city.

See displays and artefacts explaining the history, construction and maintenance of the world famous Clifton Suspension Bridge

A unique centre devoted to the production and exhibition of the contemporary visual arts, as well as a great café space

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Visit Bristol and see Bansky's street art, virtually!

Mar 27, 2020 • 3 min read

While the Coronavirus pandemic has temporarily closed Bristol’s attractions, you can still experience the city’s rich history from the comfort of your sofa with these virtual tours and experiences. Culture lovers, travellers and families can explore Bristol’s heritage, famous Banksy st reet art, galleries, historic museums, music and top attractions online, with these virtual tours, podcasts and playlists. 

1. Banksy street art tour 

Bristol is world-renowned for its vibrant street art, with political satire adorning many of its walls. Go on a virtual Banksy tour and see the anonymous street artist’s marvellous murals from your phone, wherever you are in the world (download the  Android version  here) which details the early history of Banksy. The app also includes his 2020 Valentine piece, articles with photos about the Banksy vs Bristol Museum show and his exhibit in Weston-Super-Mare, Dismaland . 

Read more:  Why Croydon is the perfect setting for Banksy's new installation

2. Bristol Museum and Art Gallery 

Another way to see a Banksy from your home is to go to  Bristol Museum and Art Gallery ’s virtual tour, where you can  see Banksy's‘Paintpot Angel’ as well as the museum’s Egypt and Assyria galleries . 

3. SS Great Britain 

Brunel's iconic Victorian luxury ship,  SS Great Britain,  is Bristol’s top visitor, award-winning attraction. With their  virtual tour  you can ‘wander round’ the ship’s decks, see the blue flags for additional sensory information and learn about this pioneering ship that changed the world.  

4. We the Curious 

Marvel at Bristol's interactive science museum,  We the Curious ’, exhibits through their  virtual tour , where you can click on blue dots to discover information about each section and how to experience the exhibits hands-on when the attraction opens again. 

5. Bristol's music scene 

As the birthplace of ground-breaking music from legendary acts such as Massive Attack, Portishead, Roni Size and Tricky, Bristol is well known for its rich music heritage. Listen to this  Spotify playlist  to rediscover some of Bristol’s iconic sounds, or  hear the new sounds  from the city including Beak>, IDLES, Heavy Lungs, Fenne Lily and Harvey Causon. 

6. Bristol History podcast 

Discover  Bristol History podcast , in collaboration with local-run magazine Bristol Cable. The podcast has several episodes and interviews outlining the city’s history including the role of Caribbean migration in the city, polling day in 18th century Bristol, natural history of the West Country, Bristol’s overseas trade in history, street art and many more Bristolian topics to delve into from your sofa. 

7. The New Room, Bristol 

The world’s oldest Methodist chapel is a historic 276-year-old Grade 1 listed church originally built by John Wesley shortly after he arrived in Bristol in 1739. You can visit it virtually via  The New Room’s online tour  and see inside this historic chape l, which was also used a filming location for Poldark . 

8. Bristol Cathedral  

Bristol’s beautiful, historic Cathedral has stood for over a thousand years, but it came to prominence in 1140 when Robert Fitzhardinge founded the Abbey of St Augustine. You can still see  The Cathedral 's spectacular stained-glass windows and find out about its history via their online tour.  

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Your guide to virtual days out

22nd June 2020

During the Covid-19 pandemic, all of the UK’s favourite attractions have been closed to the public and family days out have been put to a stop for the foreseeable meaning that many people can’t enjoy some of their favourite attractions with their loved ones including grandparents and their grandchildren. With most people having to cancel plans including holidays and exciting days out, many of the famous attractions have come up with new and innovative ways to interact with their audiences, including virtual tours and interactive videos to keep the magic alive.

In this guide we uncover some of the ways you can interact with your favourite experiences from the comfort of your own home, making it the perfect activity for those who often require stairlift solutions and mobility aids to enable them to get around.

The Roman Baths

Bath is a wonderful city full of exquisite historic buildings, thrilling attractions and stunning sights, but one attraction that is more famous than the others and known around the world is the Roman Baths. Nearly 2,000 years of history is enclosed in these ancient buildings where visitors can usually wander the corridors and learn all about the people who used the baths. During the lockdown, the baths came up with a new and innovative way to offer the same experience for their fans from their homes and it is perfect for people who are still shielding

We spoke to Hannah Tunstall, Heritage Publicity Manager at The Roman Baths , she told us a little more about the magic of the baths: “The Roman Baths is located at the heart of the World Heritage City of Bath. Here the Romans built a magnificent temple and bathing complex on the site of Britain’s only hot spring, which still flows with natural hot water today.”

She continued to tell us a little more about the experiences on offer to those who want to experience the history from home: “There are plenty of ways to explore the historic site from home.

• Take a virtual tour of the Roman Baths and walk around the steaming Great Bath where people bathed nearly 2,000 years ago.
• Use the Walkthrough pages to discover more about different parts of the Roman Baths.
• Have a go at Roman-themed online games : create your own Roman coin and play Roman numeral bingo.
• Enjoy activities for all ages , from making a mosaic to learning the Roman boardgame of merels.”

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Edinburgh Castle

Standing proud over the city is the Edinburgh Castle which has been a stronghold for hundreds of years with a rich and varied history. As visitors cannot have not been able to visit the site, much like many of its accompanying attractions it is offering a selection of stunning visuals that can be enjoyed at home.

Dean Hendry, Communications Officer at Historic Environment Scotland told us what Edinburgh Castle are doing during the pandemic: “ Historic Environment Scotland (HES) is offering a great way to appreciate the scale and magnificence of Edinburgh Castle, by creating a 3D model of Scotland’s iconic fortress.

“Led by HES’s Digital Innovation and Digital Documentation Teams based at the Engine Shed in Stirling and working with Interpretation colleagues the 3D model has been populated with information giving the virtual visitor an immersive digital tour of the Castle and gives people the chance to explore parts of the castle that are usually not open to visitors.”

He then goes on to explain a little more about how the model was created: “The model was created using laser scan data captured as part of the Rae project which aims to accurately digitally document over 300 heritage sites and collections in HES’ care. These digital innovations are crucial in helping to understand, conserve and tell the stories of our historic sites.

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SS Great Britain

Witnessing the true beauty of Brunel’s SS Great Britain is one of the most iconic sights in Bristol and one of the most interactive days out the whole family can experience.

They describe the story of the ship a little more on their website: “In 1970, the SS Great Britain Project brought the rusting shell of the SS Great Britain home from the Falkland Islands, braving 8,000 miles of stormy sea, in an attempt to save it from ruin and keep its story alive. That 'project' became the SS Great Britain Trust, and today with your help, we continue to care for the ship and Brunel collections for the good of everybody, for all time.”

The SS Great Britain offers a virtual tour of the ship for those who want to experience it from the comfort of their own home. Tour all the iconic rooms onboard the ship, find out information about the people who called the ship home and experience the thrill of history for yourself.

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Warner Brother's Studios

What could be more magical or bring a little sparkle to your day than a little sprinkling of Harry Potter? Perfect for the whole family to enjoy and something grandparents can enjoy online with their grandchildren over a skype call or on FaceTime.

The team at Warner Brother’s Studio are offering their world-renowned studio tour at home for free! All you have to do is sign up to their newsletter with your email and all the information about how to enjoy the tour will be enclosed.

“They describe the online experience on their website: Try your hand at filmmaking from your front room, test your Harry Potter knowledge and learn how the magic was brought to life on screen without leaving the house. We’ll also be releasing tasks from of our award-winning Education programme including Costume Design, Set Design and Pitching!”

For those who want to get a little creative the Harry Potter at Home Hub is full to the brim with activities and exciting facts.

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If enjoying a relaxed day at the zoo is something you used to love, then you will love what the team at Folly Farm have introduced on their website.

Folly Farm is home to over 750 animals of all varieties: “We've always been farmers, but we're much more than a farm. You can visit over 750 animals at our zoo, and get up close to furry and feathery farmyard friends in our barn. Choose from 17 different rides in our vintage fairground or enjoy our eight adventure play areas. We've got 120 acres of fun so there really is something for everyone!”

For those wanting to enjoy some animal adventures, Folly Farm has three webcams perfect for those who want to keep an eye on some of their favourite animals. You can enjoy the penguins, giraffes and lions from your sofa. They are also offering live feeding sessions on their webcams, you can watch the penguin feeding at 11am and 2pm and the giraffe daily talk at 12.30pm.

View the lion webcam

View the penguin webcam

View the giraffe webcam

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The Royal Air Force Museum or RAF Museum as it is otherwise known are situated in London and Cosford and offer an insight into the world of flight and how it has progressed and transformed over the centuries, from the very first aircraft to the present RAF.

Find out a little more about the RAF in this quote from their website: “The Royal Air Force Museum is a National Museum, a Government non-departmental public body (NDPB) and a registered charity. Our collection is central to everything we are and do and comprises around 1.3m objects which we hold in trust for the people of the UK. Our RAF Centenary transformation in 2018 enabled the Museum to bring an additional 500 objects from our stores to share with our visitors – most of which had never been displayed before.”

For those wanting to experience the heights of the RAF from their own home, you can take a look at their selection of online exhibitions that celebrate the force over the years. Experience tales from the world wars and pilots of the Caribbean.

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Online virtual days out are a lovely way to spend time together as a family and enjoy some of the experiences we aren’t able to enjoy at the moment. These virtual activities are also a great way for you to enjoy some of the UK’s best attractions if you have limited mobility and require an aid.

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Our new range celebrates the SS Great Britain's long career at sea. During her lifetime, she sailed round the world 32 times and visited over 20 different ports in 15 countries! This epic tour culminated in her memorable homecoming gig of 1970.

Inspired by Victorian posters and vintage rock band merchandise, these products are a great way to remember your visit or as gifts for fans of Brunel and his famous steamship.

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