M Shed, Bristol

One of the best in GB. Very good variety of exhibitions. Cranes and steam train outside in spring /summer. Easy to lose 2 hours there. Big clean loos and lockers. Brilliant staff and lots of seats. Bit confused at lack of history about carribeon contribution but whole wall given over too Somalia.

It's a fascinating place with lots of interactive things for the kids and plenty of material to read for all. The history of Bristol is very interesting and to break it up into the various neighbourhoods / areas is a very good way of doing it. Having been several times there is always something I learn having missed it before. Whilst they haven't updated the main body of the M Shed material (it's a free museum) the upstairs space does play host to exhibitions (at a small charge).

First visit to Bristol. Found the M shed to be a vibrant and enjoyable way to learn about the city, its history, areas and also its future which i found novel. Certainly this isn't a stuffy or formalised museum. My kids absolutely loved the travelling display of skeletons and the interactive learning experience. The best bit of science they've done in ages. Around the M shed are plenty of other activities so i would definitely recommend a visit.

Staff at counter very helpful and friendly. General exhibitions were interesting with lots of interactive displays. The wildlife photographer of the year that was on during our visit was excellent. The photos were brilliantly displayed with eye-opening information and stunning images.

A really interesting look into the life of Bristol. It's not a large museum, but has a really good range of things and is still laid out. Out front wasa steam train that I believe went between the museum and the SS Great Britain. It was busy when we were there, but it was during the school holidays so lots of children!