Docks Heritage Weekend

Celebrate Bristol’s rich maritime heritage at the Docks Heritage Weekend!

The celebration features a wide range of events and activities throughout both days. Visitors can witness demonstrations of historic equipment, enjoy the museum, participate in workshops and more.

At M Shed, we’re putting on the following activities:

Tuesday 15 – Sunday 20 September

• Docks heritage themed quiz trail  

Saturday 19 – Sunday 20 September

• Crane visits and boat trips (ticket charges apply) 
• Show of Strength theatre group performing on the quayside
• Cargo handling demonstrations
• Models on display
• Cake stall from the Friends of Bristol Museums, Galleries & Archives

Saturday 19 September

• Children’s activity workshop: making paper boats, and colouring session

Sunday 20 September

• Historic Port of Bristol films 

With thanks to

Sponsored by the Friends of Bristol Museums Galleries and Archives