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Artworks, artefacts, and geological items comprise some of the displays in this grand building. The collection includes art from the masters as well as contemporary artists. Egyptian, Oriental, and natural history exhibits can also be found on the premises. Address: Queen's Road, Bristol GLS England BS8 1RL
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Automobile enthusiasts will be spoilt for choice at the Cotswold Motor Museum with many cars, motorcycles and motoring paraphenalia on display. The museum is also home to Brum, the superhero car from the children's TV series of the same name. Address: The Old Mill Bourton on the Water GLS England GL54 2BY
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Welligton Aviation Museum is a fascinating memorial to the now defunct RAF base in Moreton-in-Marsh. There are many unusual relics from the base's history, including a sectioned Hercules and a movement order for the troops to head to the pub. Displays tell the stories of heroes and tragedies about the crew and craft from the base. Address: Bourton Road Moreton-in-Marsh GLS England GL56 0BG
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Blaise Castle House Museum This 18th century house was celebrated in Jane Austin's novel 'Northanger Abbey' as being one of the finest places in England. On display are items from common life of long ago, such as toys and costumes. A lovely picture gallery is also on the premises and Blaise Castle is also a popular wedding venue. Address: Henbury Road, Henbury Bristol GLS England BS10 7QS
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Holst was one of Britain's leading composers at the turn of the 19th century. This museum, which was once his birthplace and home, not only has a collection of important articles from Holst's life and achievements but also serves as a snapshot of life in a Victorian master/servant household. Address: 4 Clarence Road Cheltenham GLS England GL52 2AY
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Housed in the original passenger terminal of Bristol Temple Meads railway station, which was designed by Isambard Kingdom Brunel, visitors can discover how the British Empire influenced the World with a tour of the British Empire and Commonwealth Museum. Address: Cloak Tower Yards, Temple Meads Bristol GLS England BS1 6QH
+44 (0) 11 7925 4980
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The World of Mechanical Music pays tribute to the earliest of automatic music players from a time before radio broadcasting became popular. Machines are lovingly restored on site and fully explained by authoritative guides. Address: High Street Northleach GLS England GL54 3ET
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Bristol's industrial past is charted in this series of exhibitions which includes aeroplane engines, printing mechanics and a working steam railway. Elements of Bristol's social history is also explored, in particular the controversial slave trade in the city. Address: Prince's Wharf, Wapping Road, Bristol GLS England BS1 4RN
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Bristol and the surrounding area has a long association with aeronautics and the Bristol Aero Collection has many displays that illustrate this history. The aircraft on show span the years from the earliest bi-planes to the Concorde and the collection also has engines, missiles and space technology. Address: Kemble Airfield Kemble GLS England GL7 6BA
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