Preserving heritage
Visitor services manager Rachel Chivers on the remarkable
and exciting developments for a future group visit to
Aerospace Bristol.
Photo credit: Adam Gasson.Q. How would you describe Aerospace Bristol for
first time visitors?
A. The city of Bristol has an illustrious aviation history
- from some of the earliest aeroplanes to iconic aircraft
such as Concorde. Did you know that every British
Concorde was designed, built and first flew from Filton
Airfield to the north of Bristol? Aerospace Bristol
celebrates that remarkable heritage.
Set across two hangars, including a Grade II listed
World War Two aircraft hangar, the museum tells the
story of Bristol aerospace achievements, including
aeroplanes, helicopters, engines, guided weapons and
even space technology, such as satellites and rockets.
It is an exhibition that spans more than a century,
exploring our social history over the decades and
telling the story of ordinary people who achieved
extraordinary things.
The star attraction is Concorde Alpha Foxtrot.
Stunningly displayed in her own purpose-built hangar,
visitors can step aboard Concorde, explore the aircraft
and enjoy fantastic audio-visual shows projected on to
the side of the supersonic jet.
Q. Aerospace Bristol is
clearly popular with groups
(it was a finalist in the
Best Museum category at last
year’s GLT Awards), what are the
main benefits?A. Aerospace Bristol is a relatively new museum - we
only opened in October 2017! So, if you haven’t brought
a group yet, it’s a chance to experience a totally new and
unique attraction.One of the most appealing parts of a group visit to
Aerospace Bristol is the chance to enjoy a tour with an
expert guide and speak to our team of volunteers, many
of whom are retired engineers, with fascinating insights
and anecdotes to share.We also make the logistics of your visit very easy, taking
away the stress of organising your day. From the moment
you contact us, we’ll do everything we can to make sure
your day runs smoothly. We’re located just a few minutes
off the motorway, we have a free car park with hundreds
of spaces and ample coach parking, plus a fantastic café
and shop.- Step aboard Concorde at the attraction.
12 April 2020 groupleisureandtravel.com
GLT talks to...Aerospace Bristol