Treasure Island story walk
COVID-19 update
Book or gift now, enjoy later!
We’re sorry, this experience is not able to go ahead right now.
Due to the current lockdown measures, this experience is unable to take place between Thursday 4 November and Tuesday 2 December.
Every booking - regardless of when this takes place, will play a part in helping our local businesses to survive this challenging time and help them bounce back when we are able to visit them in person again.
Book something to look forward to or gift to someone special for when lockdown is over, or to celebrate a brand new year!
What you'll do
Explore Bristol’s pirate past in a swashbuckling adventure around the city’s docks, led by your own pirate host. This is the perfect chance to discover more about Bristol’s pirate history and have fun along the way. An ideal half term adventure!
Discover the story behind Long John Silver and his pub right here in Bristol, The Spyglass, and see where Squire Trelawney found and fitted out the good ship Hispaniola. Hear where young Jim Hawkins stepped off the coach from Devon to set sail on the biggest adventure of his life – the search for Captain Flint’s buried treasure. This walking experience is filled with pirates and buccaneers, hidden spy holes, dark secrets, dastardly deeds and lashings of gold doubloons.
Hear the stories where they all began - right here in Bristol’s dock. Filled with terrible pirate jokes and not forgetting Ted the fact checking parrot, who'll make sure your pirate gets the story straight, this is the perfect half term holiday treat.
Our audiences say...
‘Perfect way to spend time with little pirates” - Bristol Arts Monster “Terrific” “Wonderful entertainment ...thoroughly recommend” “Thrilling story-telling, enjoyed by all ages” “fun and very informative” “Saw the city in a whole new way. Unmissable.'
Upcoming dates
There are no upcoming dates for this experience.
Existing dates have all sold out, but you can book now and schedule later when new dates are released.
COVID-19 guidelines
Group numbers will be limited to ensure social distancing can be met, guests are also welcome to wear face masks.
On the day
Your experience will go ahead rain or shine, so please dress for the weather. Wear comfy shoes to walk in and bring an umbrella if needed. Toilets along the way may or may not be available. Your experience will start on King Street and finishes close to M Shed.
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About Show of Strength
Show of Strength’s founder, Sheila, has revealed forgotten stories of Bristol’s past with countless curious Bristolians. Having lived in Bedminster for 30 years, her local knowledge is unparalleled and the true stories she tells are often better than fiction. The Show of Strength team have a passion for sharing Bristol’s secret history with the people who live here and their experiences have won multiple awards, including a Best of Bristol Theatre Award from Bristol 24/7 and Best Live Performance from the Creative Bath Awards.
View more experiences by Show of StrengthYour hosts
Bristol buccaneer and pirate extraordinaire, Angie, will be telling the story of Bristol’s pirates and their incredible adventures. She’ll be joined by Ted, the parrot with more pirate facts than Blackbeard himself.
Professional pirate and seasoned swashbuckler, Gerard will lead you on your journey into Bristol's pirate past. He'll be joined by his trusty parrot Ted, who'll be ready with every fact you'll need along the way, and lots of pirate jokes too.
How to get there
What people are saying
It does depend a bit on he age of the participants. But on the whole a good experience.
Any questions?
Ask your question directly to Show of Strength.
Upcoming dates
There are no upcoming dates for this experience.
Existing dates have all sold out, but you can book now and schedule later when new dates are released.
What people are saying
It does depend a bit on he age of the participants. But on the whole a good experience.