The Matthew is an ideal place to start your exploration of Bristol’s harbourside. It is one of the first maritime attractions you will see as you walk from the Centre along the quayside.
The original Matthew is one of our oldest ‘living heritage’ stories. The Matthew that you see in Bristol today is a modern reconstruction of the original Matthew that John Cabot sailed to Newfoundland in 1497.
Special Events
We offer a truly unique venue to celebrate your special event – birthdays, weddings, anniversaries and more. Join us on board The Matthew for a really special way to celebrate with friends and family. Whether it be a pirate-themed wedding reception or a sea-shanty accompanied anniversary, we will work with you to make sure you have a fantastic time celebrating with us.
School Trips
We offer several one-hour packages for Key Stages 1 and 2 which link to the Tudor and Explorer themes in the national curriculum, as well as local history for schools in the Bristol area.