Vault Archives - Clifton Suspension Bridge

Maintenance

Shining a Light on the Leigh Woods Vaults

Descending a ladder on the side of the gorge, each year a small number of lucky visitors are able to enter and explore the Leigh…

History

Going Underground – Discovery of the Leigh Woods Vaults

In 2002 twelve vaulted chambers up to 36 feet (11m) deep were discovered within the Leigh Woods abutment, a massive 33.5 m (110 ft) high,…

Planned Closures

Bridge Closure in April for Maintenance Works

A one-day off-peak closure of the Clifton Suspension Bridge on Tuesday 23rd April will see maintenance to the Leigh Woods and Clifton weigh beams, cleaning…

History

‘Who open’d the Bridge?’

For Bristol, 8 December 1864, the day of the Clifton Suspension Bridge’s opening was a city-wide party and a chance for anyone who had any…

School Workshop

If The Bridge Had Ears

This educational day is an exploration of sound through ears of the Clifton Suspension Bridge and consists of interlinked bridge tour and workshop sessions. During…

Tours & Events

Vault

Shining a Light on the Leigh Woods Vaults

Going Underground – Discovery of the Leigh Woods Vaults

Bridge Closure in April for Maintenance Works

‘Who open’d the Bridge?’

If The Bridge Had Ears

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