Description
Discover the names and places concerned with Bristol’s 1000 year fight to end the city’s involvement in slavery, from Saxon times to the nineteenth century. From M Shed to the Colston plinth, a two hour journey through time, featuring some of the main characters who made this history happen. From African Freedom Fighters to international campaigners such as Thomas Clarkson, Mary Carpenter and Frederick Douglass.
Starting Point
M Shed main entrance between the cranes, BS1 4RN
Finishing Point
Colston plinth
Distance
1.5 miles
Duration
2 hours
Cost
Free
Event facilities
Accessible by public transport, Accessible toilets, Visually impaired friendly, Walk/event repeated during the festival, Wheelchair friendly
Booking Required
No
Walk Grade
Easy