Visitor Info

When will the Festival take place?

The next Festival will take place 4 & 5 June 2011 tbc.

Who comes to the Festival?

Everyone is invited, from tots to grandparents – and entry is FREE of charge. The Festival ensures access for wheelchairs and pushchairs.

Who else is involved in Bristol Festival of Nature?

As well as the member organisations of Bristol Natural History Consortium, a growing group of individuals and organisations in the Bristol area is becoming involved with Bristol Festival of Nature. In 2009, approximately 150 organisations were involved in different ways and we hope that more will do so this year. Come and join us!

How will I know what events are happening and when?

A full programme of activities will be published on these pages in spring, 2011. If you have ideas for the programme, get in touch. 

Where will the events take place?

The weekend Festival will take place in and around the Bristol Harbourside area (Millennium Square, Anchor Square, Waterfront Sqaure and the Amphitheatre).

Will I have to pay entrance fees?

Entry to all activities at the Festival is free

Why is the Festival taking place in Bristol?

Bristol is recognised internationally as a centre for excellence in wildlife filmmaking and communicating about the natural world. The city enjoys high quality visitor attractions such as Bristol Zoo Gardens, is the home to the Wildscreen Festival, the Communicate conference and the BBC Natural History Unit. With so many great connections to so many nature and wildlife experts in the city we aim to deliver an unmissable festival.