Save Money This Summer At Bristol Dockyards
Plan A Budget-Friendly Summer
Looking for affordable things to do in Bristol this summer? Whether you're climbing the rigging aboard the SS Great Britain, enjoying live entertainment, or simply soaking up the atmosphere around the historic dockyard, there are plenty of ways to make your visit unforgettable without breaking the bank.
From Kids Go Free to discounted travel and afternoon tickets, discover all the ways you can enjoy Bristol Dockyards for less this summer.
Family Discounts at Bristol Dockyards
- Kids Go Free (until 2 Sep): Summer holidays are all about making memories together, and this year it's even easier to enjoy a family day out. One child goes free with every paying adult throughout the summer holidays. Better still, your annual ticket gives you unlimited return visits for 12 months, so you can enjoy changing exhibitions, seasonal events and everything Bristol Dockyards has to offer throughout the year.
- Kids Dine for £2.50 (18 Jul - 2 Sep): After a day exploring the dockyards, relax at The Board Walk. All summer long, every children's meal at The Board Walk is £2.50. That includes the full Little Seafarers menu (all served with sides), with options including pizza, pasta, plant-based sausages, chicken nuggets and a flame-grilled burger.
- Kids Climb Go Aloft for Half Price (18 Jul - 9 Aug): Help them reach new heights with our incredible Go Aloft experience, available to children this summer for just £12.
Affordable Summer Activities at Bristol Dockyards
- Summer Lates: Twice this summer, we're opening our gates after hours for something a little different. Explore our new museum, then settle in for BBQ food and live music as the light softens over the harbour. Book before 26 July to take advantage of our early bird price of just £10.
- New Voyager Voice Tour: Add a Voyager Voice Tour to your visit for just £5 per person. Join a Victorian costumed guide for a 50-minute journey across all three decks of the ship and hear the remarkable true stories of the people who sailed aboard this world-changing steamship.
Save Money on Travel to Bristol Dockyards
- 2-for-1 with National Rail: Travelling by train? Take advantage of the National Rail Days Out Guide and enjoy 2-for-1 on adult day passes when travelling by rail. It's a great way to save if you're visiting Bristol from further afield.
- Kids Go Free on Buses: Free bus travel for under‑16s is back this Summer, thanks to funding from the West of England Mayoral Combined Authority. Running from 18 July - 6 September, there's no need to book or prepare anything in advance – under-16s can simply hop on board at no cost.
More Ways to Save on Bristol Dockyards Tickets
As well as unlimited free return visits for 12 months with an annual ticket, Bristol Dockyards offers a range of money-saving ticket options available all year round:
- Afternoon Saver: Visiting later in the day? For entry after 2:30pm, pay just £15. These later entry tickets are ideal for speedy explorers who want to get through the site in 2.5 hours. Upgrade to an annual ticket if you’d like to return in the future.
- Youth Tickets: Discounted tickets are available for visitors aged 17 to 24 years, or full time students of any age (proof of eligibility is required).
- Islanders Pass: If you live on Spike Island, our Island Pass offers great value - residents of the harbourside area will receive £12 off annual tickets.
- Groups & Travel Trade: Planning a visit for 15 or more people? From youth clubs to adult social groups, take advantage of discounted group rates. Start a groups enquiry
- Universal Credit: Visitors in receipt of Universal Credit can access a significantly reduced ticket price at £12 off. This ticket is available on the day of your visit. Please bring proof of eligibility when you arrive.
- Flexible Family Tickets: If you're not taking advantage of Kids Go Free this summer, our family ticket bundles offer great value all year round.
