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Take a journey of discovery in Bristol

Lively and dynamic, with a mix of award-winning attractions, world-class events and enticing shops, Bristol is the perfect choice for a day trip or short break.

Make the most of Bristol with 2FOR1 offers from the following attractions. Click on the links to find out more:

Arnolfini Contemporary Arts Centre
Avon Valley Railway
Balmoral Excursions
Bristol Museum and Art Gallery
Bristol Ferry Boat Company
Bristol Ice Rink
Bristol Marriott City Centre Hotel
Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel
Bristol Pirate Walks
Bristol Packet
Bristol Wine and Food Fair
Bristol Zoo Gardens
Brunel's ss Great Britain
Bristol City Sightseeing
City Cafe
At-Bristol
HorseWorld
Karaoke-Me!
Mercure Holland House Hotel
Puxton Park
Ramada Bristol City
The Grand by Thistle
Tortworth Court Four Pillars Hotel

Arnolfini Contemporary Arts Centre
16 Narrow Quay, Bristol, BS1 4QA

Situated at the heart of Bristol's harbourside, Arnolfini is one of Europe's leading centres for the contemporary arts, featuring a regularly changing programme, including exhibitions, cinema, live art, dance, talks and events. The converted warehouse contains one of the country's best arts bookshops and a vibrant cafe bar with lots of quayside seating.

Offer: 2FOR1 on cinema tickets from 1October 2009 to 30 September 2010. Arnolfini's fully licenced cinema offers the best in themed film seasons, one-offs, double bills, international and art house cinema.
Opening times: Tues-Sun. Entrance to the galleries is free.
Terms & Conditions: This invitation entitles you to: buy one ticket and get a second (of equal or lesser value) free. 2. To accept this offer present voucher at Arnolfini box office. 3. Offer does not applyfor advance bookings via telephone or internet. 4. Only one voucher per transaction. 5. Valid 1 October 2009 - 30 September 2010. 6. Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer, discount or promotion. 7. Defaced, torn or photocopied vouchers will not be accepted. 8. Offer subject to film and seat availability.
Contact: Tel 0117 917 2300/01.
Web: www.arnolfini.org.uk

Avon Valley Railway
Bitton Station, Bath Road, Bitton, Bristol, BS30 6HD

This heritage railway, conveniently located between Bristol and Bath, offers a nostalgic journey into the scenic Avon valley. Leave the train at the railway's 'Avon Riverside' station and enjoy the riverside walks, picnic areas and nearby public houses. Alternatively, combine your steam train journey with a 40 minute river cruise along the Avon on days steam trains are running. * limited offer

Phone: 0117 932 5538
Email: info@avonvalleyrailway.org
Website: www.avonvalleyrailway.org

* 2FOR1 offer on standard train tickets on train operating days during April to September. Not Valid on 8th or 9th May. Cheapest ticket free. Trains do not run daily. Visit website for details.

Bristol Museum and Art Gallery
Queen's Road, Bristol BS8 1RL

Enjoy some food for thought at Bristol's City Museum and Art Gallery Cafe. Sample our wide selection of teas and freshly ground coffees in elegant surroundings or tuck into homemade fair trade and organic food made fresh every day. Our cafe provides the perfect pit stop between visiting our varied galleries, revealing fascinating cultures, ancient civilisations, human invention and creativity as well as showcasing our beautiful and fragile natural world.

Offer: 2FOR1 on coffee or tea served with a home-made bakery treat. At Bristol Museum and Art Gallery's Cafe.
Opening times: Cafe open: 10.30am -4.30pm Sunday and Monday. 10am -4.30pm Tuesday to Saturday.
Terms & Conditions: Offer only valid with the 2FOR1 voucher. This offer cannot be used with any other discount or promotion. Photocopies not accepted. Offer valid until 30 September 2010.
Contact: 0117 922 3571

Bristol Ferry Boat Company
M.B. Tempora, Welsh Back, Bristol BS1 4SP

Catch one of Bristol's distinctive yellow and blue ferries, only a few minutes walk from Bristol Temple Meads station. Enjoy a memorable arrival into the heart of Bristol and to many of the city's main attractions, including ss Great Britain. Choose from single or return tickets, sightseeing circular tours or hop on and hop off all day passes. Reliable timetabled service all year round. Heated and covered boats in winter.

Offer: Buy one adult or concession ticket and get a second ticket of equal or lesser value free. Offer applies to single, return, circular tours and hop on/hop off fares on board timetabled ferry service. Offer does not apply to private or public charters.
Opening times: all year round.
Terms & Conditions: Coupon is restricted to one per person. Damaged, defaced or photocopied coupons will not be accepted. Not to be used in conjunction with any other promotional offer. no cash alternative available. Not valid during Bristol Harbour Festival.
Contact: 0117 927 341
Website: www.bristolferry.com

Bristol Ice Rink
Frogmore Street, Bristol BS1 5NA

Bristol Ice Rink opens daily with sessions running from 10am. Come and skate in a fun, friendly family atmosphere in the heart of Bristol close to and serviced by all major bus routes. Bristol Ice Rink is the coolest place to be!

Offer: 2FOR1 entry and skate hire to any session.
Opening times: Various sessions available. Call for details.
Terms & Conditions: Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer.
Contact: 0117 929 2148

Bristol Marriott City Centre Hotel

Spoil yourself with a Saturday night stay at the buzzing Bristol Marriott City Centre Hotel, ideally located within a stone's throw from a shopper's paradise, and we will give you the Sunday night for free.

Offer: Stay Saturday night and receive Sunday night free. Standard room £114 bed and breakfast quoting FGWG. Superior Room £144 bed and breakfast quoting FGWH. The Hotel will discount each of the 2 nights by 50% for the 2 for 1 offer for payment on departure.
Terms & Conditions: Offer is strictly subject to availability. Early check out penalties will apply.

Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel

Indulge yourself with a Saturday night stay at the majestic Bristol Marriott Royal Hotel, which is ideally located within easy reach of all the shops and nightlife of Bristol, and we will give you the Sunday night free.

Offer: Stay Saturday night and receive Sunday night free. Standard room £114 bed and breakfast quoting FGWG. Superior Room £144 bed and breakfast quoting FGWH. The Hotel will discount each of the 2 nights by 50% for the 2 for 1 offer for payment on departure.
Terms & Conditions: Offer is strictly subject to availability. Early check out penalties will apply.

Bristol Pirate Walks
6 Silverton Court, Knowle, Bristol BS4 1DF

Join in the history walk of medieval Bristol. 1,000 years of maritime heritage. Please see website for details of walk times, locations and maps.

Offer: 2FOR1 on adult tickets.
Opening times: 14.00 on Weekends (Sat and Sun). Any time, by appointment, during the week for parties of 6 or more.
Terms & Conditions: Tours are subject to availability.
Contact: 07950 566483

Bristol Packet
Wapping Wharf, Gas Ferry Road, Bristol BS1 6UN

Cruise around Bristol's historic harbour and on the Avon from Avomouth to Bath, stopping at waterside pubs and tea gardens with commentary. Take a 45-minute tour around the city docks with commentary included. Hear about Bristol's colourful history and see how it has shaped the city we see today.

Offer: 2FOR1 45-minute harbour tour, trip to Chequers Pub or Beese's Tea Garden.
Opening times: Call for times. Year round trips available.
Terms & Conditions: See website timetable or call for times.
Contact: 0117 926 8157

Balmoral Excursions Ltd
Waverley Excursions Ltd, 36 Lancefield Quay, Glasgow, G3 8HA

Step aboard the Pleasure Steamer Balmoral for a great day out! Sail down the Avon Gorge, visit Ilfracombe, the glorious Devon seaside resort, take a Steam Railway trip through the Welsh mountains or simply enjoy a refreshment in one of our restored period lounges, watching sea life, while you sail along the coast and islands of the Bristol Channel. You can also explore Bristol's historic docks from the magnificent historic ship!

Offer 2for1 on Sails from Bristol to Clevedon - sail under the Clifton Suspension Bridge, through the Avon Gorge and on to Clevedon.
Terms and conditions Offer is available on July 3rd & September 12th for trip to Clevedon only.
Contact number 0845 130 4647
Contact email info@waverleyexcursions.co.uk
Website www.waverleyexcursions.co.uk

Bristol Wine & Food Fair
Lloyd’s Amphitheatre on Bristol’s Harbourside

The Bristol Wine & Food Fair takes place from the 2nd – 4th July 2010. This 3-day wine and food extravaganza celebrates fine wines from around the world and welcomes artisan food producers from the South West, offering visitors the chance to taste, learn, enjoy, discover.

Offer: Show your FGW/National Express ticket for travel within the South West, valid any time in June and July to receive a £2 discount on your entrance ticket on the day.
Terms and conditions: Maximum of 2 tickets per FGW/National Express ticket presented.
Opening hours: 11.30am-7.30pm Friday/Saturday and 11.30am-6.00pm Sunday.
Contact number: 0117 316 9736.
Contact email: bridget@bristoleventmanagement.com
Website www.bristolwineandfoodfair.co.uk

Bristol Zoo Gardens
Clifton, Bristol BS8 3HA

Bristol Zoo Gardens is home to over 450 species of exotic and endangered animals from all over the world. New exhibits include Explorers' Creek and aerial ropes course, ZooRopia. Other favourites include Monkey Jungle, Gorilla Island, the Asiastic lions, Twilight World, the Reptile House and the children's play area. With a host of free talks and shows throughout the day, your only problem with fitting it all into one visit!

Offer: 2FOR1 on general admission - cheapest ticket goes free.
Opening times: Daily 9.00-17.30 in peak season, closing at 17.00 during off-peak season. Closed Christmas Day.
Terms & Conditions: 1. This promotion is open to all UK residents, excluding employees of Bristol Zoo Gardens, their families and anyone connected to this promotion. 2. This promotion entitles you to receive one free zoo admission of the same or lower value than each zoo admission that you purchase. 3. This promotion is valid only on production of both a completed voucher and a valid train ticket. 4. This promotion is for normal zoo admission only; it cannot be redeemed for special events. 5. Photocopied, defaced or torn train tickets will not be accepted. 6. This promotion is valid up to and including 30 September 2010. 7. This promotion cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. 8. Not to be used in conjunction with membership discounts. 9. BZG reserves the right to withdraw, amend or suspend this promotion in the event of any unforeseen circumstances outside its reasonable control, with no liability ot any third party.
Contact: 0117 974 7399

Brunel's ss Great Britain
Great Western Dockyard, Bristol BS1 6TY

Descend under the glass 'sea' and step back in time in the Dockyard Museum. Board ship to discover what life was like for Victorian passengers and crew. Experience the sights, sounds and smells of life on board. A great day out whatever the weather. 'British Travel Awards 'Best Theme Park/Visitor Attraction' silver winner 2009'. Free unlimited return visits for a year! See www.ssgreatbritain.org for special events and to upload your review, video and pictures.

Offer: 2FOR1 entry. Lower cost goes free.
Opening times: Daily (except 24 and 25 Dec, 10 Jan) 10.00-17.30 Apr-Oct (last entry 16.30); 10.00-16.30 Nov-Mar (last entry 15.30).
Terms & Conditions: Excludes Bank Holidays and Bank Holiday weekends, and is not valid in conjunction with any other offer.
Contact: 0117 926 0680

Bristol City Sightseeing
193 Stowey Road, Yatton, Bristol BS49 4QU

See the exciting, lively and fascinating city of Bristol from the advantage of an open top bus in the company of a local guide. Hop on and hop off over the 24 hour period and really get to know the city attractions including Brunel's Clifton Suspension Bridge, the ss Great Britain and Temple Meads Railway Station.

Offer: 2FOR1 on adult, student or senior tickets.
Opening times: We operate till 31st Oct and last bus on weekends and Bank Holiday Mondays is 16.45, 16.00 on weekdays.
Terms & Conditions: 2FOR1. If there is a mix of categories then the cheapest one is free. Valid for 2009 and 2010 and both passengers must have a valid rail ticket.
Contact: 0870 444 0654

City Cafe
City Inn Bristol, Temple Way, Bristol BS1 6BF

City Inn Bristol is minutes walk from Temple Meads Station in the centre of what is a truly cosmopolitan city, which also serves as an easily accessible gateway to the delights of Bath, Devon and Cornwall. Relax in the sophisticated surroundings of our restaurant or dine alfresco on our terrace. Unwind in the unhurried ease of our lobby bar and then rest in hotel rooms styled with absolute consideration for your comfort.

Offer: 2FOR1 weekend dining in City Cafe, our award-winning restaurant. 2FOR1 on Saturday lunch and Sunday evening from the Market Menu when selecting two courses.
Terms & Conditions: No cash alternative will be offered in exchange for any part of this prize and it cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. This offer is valid until yhr end of summerend. Beverages are not included. Reservations are subject to availability. Any additional expenses incurred during the day or the evening at City Inn or City Cafe must be paid in full by the voucher holder.
Contact: 0117 925 1001 / bristol.reservations@cityinn.com

At-Bristol
Anchor Road, Harbourside, Bristol, BS1 5DB

At-Bristol is one of the UK's most exciting hands-on science centres! With two floors packed full of over 300 interactive exhibits and fascinating special exhibitions. Animate it! is At-Bristol's new interactive exhibition in association with Aardman, the creators of Wallace and Gromit. Make your own animated mini-film, make Morph do cartwheels in front of your own eyes and light a street scene from Aardman's latest Wallace & Gromit film.

Offer: 2FOR1 entry to At-Bristol valid with an FGW Bristol or Bath 2FOR1 promotional voucher.
Opening times: Open all year round 10.00-17.00 weekdays term time, 10.00-18.00 weekends, bank holidays and daily during local school holidays. Closed 6-10 September 2010, and 24-26 December 2010.
Terms & Conditions:
1. Offer admits 2 visitors for the price of 1 (lower price free).
2. Voucher must be redeemed and is only valid for one transaction.
3. Must not be used in conjuction with any other offer.
4. Not to be used by At-Bristol members or for education or group visits.
5. Valid until 30 September 2010.
Contact: 0845 345 1235

HorseWorld
HorseWorld Visitor Centre, Staunton Lane, Whitchurch, Bristol BS14 0QJ

HorseWorld - where every day's a fun day! Enjoy a great day out at our vistor centre! There's lots of things to do every day including presentations, meet a furry friend, interactive feeding, touch and groom, indoor and outdoor fun with playbarn, sand pit, straw den, and new for 2010, fantastic new outdoor play area! HorseWorld is situated in Whitchurch village off the A37 just outside Bristol.

Offer: One child free per paying adult.
Opening times: Every day from 10.00-17.00 April 1 - October 31; 10.00-16.00 Wednesday-Sunday at other times of the year, apart from during school holidays when it is open all week long.
Terms & Conditions: One child free (aged 3-15) per full paying adult.
Contact: 01275 540173

Karaoke-Me! Ltd
12 St Stephen's Street, Bristol, BS1 1EL

Karaoke-Me!, Bristol's first private room karaoke venue, will change forever what you think about singing into a microphone. Just you and your friends rocking the night away in one of our private, soundproofed, state-of-the art karaoke rooms. There are over 6,000 songs and we've even put an airline-style call button on the wall of each room so you can let your waiter know when you fancy another drink.

Offer Half price room hire all evening Monday to Thursday
Terms and conditions 2 hours minimum stay; subject to availability of suitable sized rooms; venue open 6pm-midnight on Monday, 3pm-Midnight Tuesday and 3pm-1am on Thursday.
Contact number 0117 376 3100
Contact email info@karaoke-me.co.uk
Website www.karaoke-me.co.uk

Mercure Holland House Hotel
Redcliffe Hill, Bristol BS1 6SQ

Luxury four star, 275 room city centre hotel, five minute walk from Temple Meads station giving excellent access to Bath (11 minutes) and Cardiff (35 minutes). Rooms are spacious, all have air-conditioning and internet access and family rooms are available. The hotel has a restaurant and bar offering a great selection of food and drink and a book-swap scheme. Mercure Bristol Holland House has a swimming pool and a fitness suite, operating 24 hours. In our Spa Naturel with 14 treatment rooms you can get relaxing treatments. If you want to enjoy sightseeing our way, we offer free bike rental.

Offer: Guests staying on Saturday night can stay Sunday free.
Terms & Conditions: Offer is for best unrestricted room rate for Saturday night; room only, cannot be used in conjunction with other promotional rates the hotel is offering. Advanced booking only.
Contact: 0117 968 9900

Puxton Park
Cowslip Lane, Hewish, Weston super Mare BS24 6AH

This is an ideal opportunity to visit Puxton Park, Somerset's newest visitor attraction and a great destination day out for the whole family. Have load sof fun in the giant three storey indoor playbarn with daring slides, ball pits and toddler play area. Outdoor play areas, pets village, falconry and dairy. Relax and revive in the Meadows restaurant and visit the farm shop for a vast choice of local produce. Regular First Bus X1 sevices run between Puxton Park and Worle Parkway Station.

Offer: 2FOR1 park admission - lowest price goes free.
Opening times: Open all year round 10.00-17.00
Terms & Conditions: Not to be used in conjunction with any other offer or voucher. One voucher per transaction. Not exchangeable for cash.
Contact: 01934 523502

Ramada Bristol City

Experience four star quality and service in a relaxing environment at the Ramada Bristol City. Dine in our 17th century Kiln restaurant or snack from our Arts bar menu. Bedrooms offer high speed laptop connection, digital movies and internet. Our Seb Coe leisure facilities include a sauna, steamroom, pool and full gymnasium, complimentary to hotel guests. We have nine conference rooms suitable for hosting boardroom meetings up to 280 delegates, and have on-site car parking available at a small charge.

Offer: 2FOR1 offer valid Friday to sunday (between 20th October 2008 - September 2009) subject to availability.
Terms & Conditions: Bookable 21 days in advance. Full pre-payment required on booking, non-chargeable and non-transferable. Based on two adults sharing a double or twin room only. Please refer to our Ramada Jarvis website for full terms and conditions: www.ramadajarvis.co.uk.

The Grand by Thistle
Broad Street, Bristol BS1 2EL

Luxury city centre 4 star hotel with full leisure facilities including indoor swimming pool and beauty suites. 182 en-suite bedrooms. Family friendly. 2 AA rosette Tyrell's restaurant. Onsite car parking. Excellent service and facilities throughout the hotel.

Offer: Stay one night get one night free. Stay Saturday night for £130 bed and breakfast for two people in a standard room and get Sunday night free.
Terms & Conditions: Subject to availability with 24-hour cancellation and all other usual Thistle terms and conditions apply.

Tortworth Court Four Pillars Hotel

This magnificent four star country house hotel is situated in a stunning South Gloucestershire location, conveniently near to Bristol. A Grade II listed Victorian mansion, Tortworth Court, part of Four Pillars Hotel, offers all the grandeur of an elegant Gloucestershire hotel alongside the facilities of premier four star hotels. Set in 30 acres of historic arboretum.

Offer: Stay Saturday night for £99 bed and breakfast per room and receive the Sunday night free.
Terms & Conditions: Subject to availability.

For more information on Bristol attractions, restaurants and hotels, go to www.visitbristol.co.uk - Bristol's official visitor information website.