Deep Time Walk

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Starts
11:00 am Sat 9 May 2026
Ends
4:00 pm Sat 9 May 2026
Description

Walk the vastness of Earth’s 4.6 billion year history on a 4.6km geological timeline through Ashton Court estate, where each step counts for one million years.

Just by putting one foot in front of another, we’ll experience the phenomenal story of the evolution of our planet and life on Earth and glimpse how humans have evolved in the blink of a geological eye, leading all the way to today’s man-made climate and nature polycrises.

There will be creative writing opportunities along the route to reflect on our insights and sharings.

This Deep Time Walk is led by geology educator Mathilde Braddock (Steps in Stone) and creative writing facilitator and activist, Mark Smalley.

The materials are created by the Deep Time Walk Project. 10% of the fees will go towards supporting the Project.

Starting Point

Ashton Court Golf Course Car Park, Long Ashton, BS8 3PX

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Contact Name
Mathilde Braddock
Booking Phone
07523364720
Booking Email
mathilde@stepsinstone.co.uk
Link to Walk
Distance
5 km
Duration
5:00:00
Cost
£10
Event facilities

Accessible by public transport, Accessible toilets, Dogs on leads welcome, Frequent rest stops, Take a packed lunch, Toilets

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
Thu 5 March 2026
Last Updated
Sat 7 March 2026