Glenside Hospital Museum private tour

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Celebrating 30 years of UWE Bristol at Glenside.

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Date and time: Thu 15 October 2026
16:00 - 17:00
Location: Glenside Hospital Museum, Glenside Campus, Further info
Contact: Gemma Mannell events@uwe.ac.uk
Cost: Free
Attendance: Booking required

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Description

This year marks 30 years of UWE Bristol at Glenside, and we’re celebrating with a programme of events exploring the history of the campus, how healthcare and teaching have changed, the people who have helped shape Glenside over the years and what the future of healthcare looks like.

Join us for a short introductory talk before a private tour of Glenside Hospital Museum, located within the grounds of the former psychiatric hospital, currently home to UWE Bristol’s Glenside Campus.

Housed in the 1881 Grade II listed asylum church, the museum tells three fascinating local hospital stories, exploring the history of mental health and learning disability care, as well as the site’s role as a First World War hospital. The talk will provide an introduction to the history of Glenside and the museum before guests explore the collection on a private guided tour, including the church’s spectacular stained-glass windows and its unique carved Nativity scene above the altar.

This special visit forms part of 30 years of UWE Bristol at Glenside, offering an opportunity to discover more about the rich history of the site.

Registration and tickets

Cost: Free
Attendance: Booking required

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Location

Glenside Hospital Museum
Glenside Campus
Blackberry Hill
Bristol
BS16 1DD
UK

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Accessibility

Glenside Museum is committed to providing a welcoming environment for all. For assistance or specific accessibility concerns, contact the Museum in advance.

The Museum is wheelchair accessible, with the exception of the altar area where there is a step to the final metre of the display.

There is an accessible toilet.

There is lot to see, and some audio, but they do not currently offer audio descriptions.

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Glenside Campus Staff Current students General public Businesses Alumni