bristol packet

• News / floating harbour

  Redshank named one of UK’s flagships of the year

  Redshank is now flying a special pennant from its masthead to mark the prestigious accolade

  Read more
• News / bristol packet

  106-year-old vessel undergoes major restoration work

  Bristol Packet hope the repairs can keep the boat running for many years to come

  Read more
• News / Transport

  Ferries in Bristol ‘need to be more accessible’

  Bristol City Council is exploring how to improve water transport

  Read more
• In photos / Environment

  In photos: Bristol’s climate news – August 2024

  Shining a spotlight on Bristol's top climate and environment stories each month

  Read more
• News / public transport

  Redshank is first UK passenger boat to go electric

  The Bristol Packet is cleaning up its act, starting with the beloved 1936 narrowboat

  Read more
• Features / floating harbour

  Celebrating 50 years of the Bristol Packet

  Bristol Packet Boat Trips was established on May 16 1974 by Nick Gray with Redshank

  Read more
• News / Cafes

  Floating cafe reopens two years after sinking

  Greenshank will be open from Thursday to Sunday

  Read more
• News / Prince Street Bridge

  Swing bridge fault disrupting ‘hundreds’ of ferry bookings

  The crossing is unable to swing open for boats

  Read more