Wills Memorial Building tower tours

The view from the top of Wills Tower, some 68 metres above Park Street, is unparalleled and tour guides give members of the public a unique insight into the history of the building.

Officially opened by King George V and Queen Mary in 1925, before being badly damaged during the Blitz in 1940, the Wills Memorial Building now houses the University of Bristol Law School and the School of Earth Sciences

The building also hosts our graduation ceremonies twice a year, as well as a whole range of public events.

Tour times

Tours take place every Saturday at 11 am and 1 pm.

Tours last between 60 and 90 minutes.

Tour prices

• £5 – general admission
• £3 – children 8 to 12 years old
• £7 – evening tours (minimum of 10 people)

We only take payment in cash and regret that we are unable to accept card payments.

Due to health and safety restrictions, children under eight are unfortunately not permitted on the tours. 

Profits raised are donated to Wallace and Gromit's Grand Appeal.

Group bookings

We can arrange a dedicated tour for groups. Contact us for prices and bookings.

How to book

For bookings (including group bookings) contact:

Gary Nott (tour guide) 
Telephone: +44 (0)117 954 5219
Email: tower-tours@bristol.ac.uk
Work hours: Monday to Friday, 8 am to 4 pm
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