I visited a little-known attraction on an industrial estate and had the best day of my summer holiday

I decided to venture out for a change of scenery from the usual summer holiday day trips. Bristol is a lively and dynamic city with plenty to offer, and it's conveniently just an hour's drive from Cardiff, where I live..

Curious about what the city had to offer, I searched "things to do in Bristol" and stumbled upon Wake the Tiger. With a stellar 4.6 rating from over 3,000 reviews on Google, most of which were five stars, it's billed as "the UK's largest immersive art experience and the world's first amazement park", reports Wales Online.

Intrigued by the concept and impressed by the images online, I booked a visit for my family. Following Google Maps, we skirted around the edges of Bristol's city centre before arriving at a modest car park surrounded by industrial buildings. It didn't immediately strike me as the location for the UK's largest anything, and I was bracing for potential disappointment.

However, the sight of an old Ford Ka half-buried in concrete, complete with mushrooms sprouting inside, caught our attention. The kids were enchanted; I remained skeptical.

Upon entering, just beyond the typical visitor welcome desk, an abandoned office desk with a half-completed urgent email and an old TV flickering with a distressed figure addressing the camera set an intriguing scene. I won't reveal too much, but it was a tantalising glimpse into what lay ahead.

Opening a set of doors, we were transported into an entirely different world, a maze that seemed to stretch on endlessly. This wasn't your conventional art experience. It was like stepping into a Pink Floyd song while on acid - utterly sensational and the highlight of my summer. The sheer creativity and meticulous attention to detail left me in awe.

I brought along two children, both under 10, who were equally captivated, losing themselves in this new world - or rather, multiple new worlds, as there are over 40 spaces, each offering a unique experience that changes with every door and passage you traverse. But this isn't just for kids. As an adult, I thoroughly enjoyed spending hours here. Wake The Tiger even hosts after-hours sessions for adults, complete with a fantastic bar and cafe/restaurant on site.

I won't delve into the specifics of each space, as my words wouldn't do them justice. All I can say is that I wholeheartedly recommend it. There's plenty more to explore in Bristol to make a day of it - We Are Curious is another fantastic spot to include in your itinerary.

Wake The Tiger opening times and prices

• Wednesday to Sunday 10am-6pm

• Adults: £15

• Child (5-15): £12.50

• Under-5s: Free

• After Hours sessions for adults are held every other Friday from 7-11pm and cost £19.50.

How to find Wake The Tiger

• The address is 127 Albert Road, St. Philips Marsh, Bristol, BS2 0YA

Where to eat and drink

• The Guildhall Café Bar inside has plenty of decent food & drink and a fully-licenced bar including gin from a local distillery.