Museum and steam train experience
Key Information:
- Date and time
- Sun 28 September 2025
11:00 - 13:00 - Location
- Arnolfini, 16 Narrow Quay, Further info
- Contact
- Global Students team globalstudents@uwe.ac.uk
- Cost
- Free
- Attendance
- Booking not required
Description
Step into the story of Bristol with a trip to the iconic M Shed Museum, where you’ll explore the city’s rich past - from its people and places to its role in global history.
Wander through interactive exhibits that bring Bristol’s culture and heritage to life, then hop aboard a real historic steam train for a scenic ride along the harbourside.
It’s a great chance to connect with other students while discovering your new city.
Registration and tickets
- Cost: Free
- Attendance: Booking not required
Where to meet
We'll meet at the Arnolfini, part of our City Campus, for a quick look around before we head to the M Shed.
The Arnolfini is on the harbourside right next to the city centre. To get there:
- From Frenchay Campus: take the M1 bus (to Hengrove Park) or M3 bus (to City Centre) and get off at "The Centre" bus stop.
- From Glenside Campus: take the number 5 bus getting off at "Broadmead" bus stop, or number 48a bus getting off at "Cabot Circus" bus stop.
- Dott e-scooters and e-bikes are available from both Glenside and Frenchay campuses. Please make sure you follow all safety directions, road rules, and wear a helment when travelling on Dott.
Location
Arnolfini
16 Narrow Quay
BS1 4QA
Bristol
UK
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