1831 Bristol Riots – A City In Flames

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Starts
2:30 pm Sun 3 May 2026
Ends
4:30 pm Sun 3 May 2026
Description

Explore the sites and learn about the causes and consequences of the citywide riots of 1831.

The riots that took place in Bristol in October 1831 were some of the most dramatic in British history.

In the immediate aftermath, the city was in tatters, with countless protesters either dead or dying, and dozens of buildings in flames or fallen into heaps of rubble.

Our knowledgeable guides will vividly retell the history of this tragic episode, exploring some of the sites that played a prominent role in the unrest.

Starting Point
Contact Name
M Shed Box Office
Booking Phone
0117 352 6600
Booking Email
https://www.bristolmuseums.org.uk/m-shed/contact-museum/
Link to Walk
Distance
1.8 miles
Duration
2:00:00
Event facilities

Accessible by public transport, Accessible toilets, Buggy friendly, Dogs on leads welcome, Donations accepted, Family friendly, Frequent rest stops, Mobility scooter friendly, Refreshments available to purchase, Toilets, Visually impaired friendly, Wheelchair friendly

Booking Required
Yes
Walk Grade
Fairly easy – mainly flat on paved surfaces with some features such as step and hills. Walking at gentle pace

Walk organiser

Published
Mon 9 March 2026
Last Updated
Mon 9 March 2026