Official launch of PoW! (Protect our Wellbeing) initiative
Exploring Glenside: a guided walking tour, Sat 23rd Aug
Introducing PoW!
Glenside Hospital Museum is not just about preserving history — it’s about shaping the future.
Thanks to funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund, 2025 marked the launch of the PoW! (Protect Our Wellbeing) initiative.
PoW! is an innovative initiative designed to empower individuals to explore and enhance their mental health and overall wellbeing by engaging with Glenside Hospital Museum’s unique heritage.
Timetable of our current events & experiences
What brings me joy
Open to visitors during normal museum opening hours
Join us to explore this colourful and uplifting new exhibition
This exhibition features work from 25 artists who responded to explore the theme of joy: what brings it, how it feels, and where it can be found.
The artists have used a wide range of media including oils, watercolour, pencil, textiles, collage, and sculpture. Their pieces are displayed throughout the museum’s galleries, integrated with the existing collection.
Visitors are invited to discover them through a self-guided treasure hunt, designed to encourage exploration and reflection.
Tea in the Turret: every Saturday
We invite you to enjoy tea and cake in our quirky little secret space
The turret room and balcony were constructed in 1881 as part of the Chapel. We've transformed this historic and unique space into a light hearted reflection of the museum's content.
Slots are 1.5 hours long and the tickets are priced per person, with a maximum capacity of 4 in the room. A visit to the museum is included.
Exploring Glenside, part of Bristol Walk Fest
Sat 30th May 10.30am
A relaxed guided walking tour around the grounds of Glenside to explore its hidden history and unravel some of its mystery.
Exploring Glenside: a guided walking tour
Sat 6th June 10.30am
A relaxed guided walking tour around the grounds of Glenside to explore its hidden history and unravel some of its mystery.
General museum entry
Wednesdays 10am-1pm, Saturdays 10am-4pm
Visit us to explore our permanent collections, along with our latest exhibitions.
In preparation for your visit you can download the Bloomberg Connects app to explore our exhibitions, discover our collections, follow our specially curated 20 items highlights and take a peek at our self-guided outdoor tour which explores hidden history in the beautiful grounds.
Our museum is open all year round, aside from a short Christmas break.
Book a private group tour
Outside of our normal opening hours: please enquire
We offer private 1- 2 hour explorations of our museum for 2-6 people with a curator. We can open the museum especially for you and at a time that suits you.
Whether you’re drawn to the eclectic collection of Victorian books in our library, fancy a cheeky dig into the archives, or want to explore the artist Sir Stanley Spencer and the hospital’s wartime stories, we’ll shape your tour around what interests you most.
Book a group activity workshop
Outside of our normal opening hours: please enquire
Our engaging and educational workshops invite groups of all ages to explore the history of mental health care, medicine, and everyday life through the handling of real artefacts from our collection.
These workshops are designed for groups of 8 to 56 participants.
They last 45-60 minutes and encourage discussions about mental health and well-being through the safe prism of history.
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As part of our PoW! campaign we are sending a regular newsletter. If you’d like to receive it please sign up using the button below.
Engaging communities
This exciting project promises even more community involvement, engaging activities for visitors and a strengthened foundation to ensure the museum continues to thrive for future generations. Watch this space for exciting activities and events during 2025.
