Underground Vaults Visit

A partially guided tour of the Clifton Suspension Bridge’s Hidden Vaults. You can explore the chambers at your own pace. Participants must be a minimum age of 7+

Did you know the Leigh Woods tower is built on top of 12 massive vaults? Put on a hard hat, climb down the ladder and explore two of these unique chambers for yourself. This tour comes with an illustrated map. You will be accompanied by a White-Badge Certified Learning Facilitator. There will be plenty of time to take photographs and ask any questions you might have to our friendly and knowledgeable guides.

Visit Clifton Suspension Bridge and experience it like never before on this must-do tour! Don’t miss the chance to tick our Vaults Tour off your Bristol bucket list.

• “Very informative and fun, would definitely recommend!”
• “Really good value for money and a fun way to spend an afternoon.”
• “Lovely tour that didn’t disappoint anyone. Felt very exciting going down into the vaults of the Suspension Bridge. Lovely tour guides who were funny, informative, friendly, and encouraging.”

Underground Vaults Visit Restrictions:

Please ensure that all ticket-holders are aware of the following restrictions. For safety reasons, we may not be able to allow you access to the Vaults if you have not complied with the following:

• All attendees must be 7+ and under 18s must be accompanied by an adult.
• Minimum height limit of 1.2m.
• Shoes with good grip, such as hiking boots or trainers, are required. You will not be allowed to join the tour in heels, flip-flops or open-toed shoes.
• This tour includes climbing a vertical ladder and passing through a low corridor. Please ensure that you are physically capable of doing so.
• All cameras, phones, and devices must be able to fit in your pocket or bag so that you have two hands free to climb the ladder.
• Only small bags worn over both shoulders or bags with cross-body straps are permitted. Everything else can be stored in the Museum during your tour.
• Be aware that the vaults can be wet and/or muddy inside, particularly after heavy rain. Please wear suitable clothing and ensure that cameras or mobile phones are protected from the calcite saturated water which may fall from the ceiling.
• Although we will do our best to accommodate late arrivals, this may not always be possible due to the nature of the tour.