Bristol’s Humanist History

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Starts
11:00 am Sun 4 May 2025
Ends
1:15 pm Sun 4 May 2025
Description

Discover the untold history of atheism, freethinking & humanism in Bristol, with a walk through central Bristol.

What was the Hall of Science and it’s relationship to ‘Owenism’, who was Emma Martin, Bristol’s most radical and important freethinker, and what role did Bristol gaol play in the C19th radical movements?

The walk will start in Castle Park, take in part of Broadmead, Bridewell Street, Queen Square and end at the old Bristol Gaol.

Please note that numbers are limited to 20 people.

To book your place, please send your email with the subject line ‘Humanist History Walk‘ and the date of the walk you would like to attend.

Finishing Point
Contact Name
Please email below with name of walk (Bristol’s Humanist History) and the date in the subject line
Booking Email
bristolhumanists@gmail.com
Distance
1.5 miles
Duration
2:15:00
Cost
Free
Event facilities

Accessible by public transport, Booking essential, Buggy friendly, Dogs on leads welcome, Frequent rest stops, Mobility scooter friendly, Wheelchair friendly, Note that there are curbs and some very short inclined stretches to navigate

Booking Required
Yes
Walk Grade
Easy – mainly flat on paved surfaces without features such as steps and hills. Walking at a gentle pace

Walk organiser

Published
Fri 28 February 2025
Last Updated
Fri 28 February 2025