
The Transatlantic Slave Trade Trail
City of Bristol
- 2 hours / 4.6km
- 73
A walking tour through Bristol to discover the city’s links to the transatlantic slave trade. Bristol prospered but at what human cost?
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City of Bristol
A walking tour through Bristol to discover the city’s links to the transatlantic slave trade. Bristol prospered but at what human cost?

Bristol
Explore some of the amazing, colourful street art of Bristol. Includes pieces by Banksy and many other well-known artists.

Clifton, Bristol
A circular stroll through Clifton featuring the Botanic Gardens, Clifton Down and views of the Avon Gorge.

Temple Meads, Bristol
A stroll through central Bristol taking in some of best instagrammable spots in the city. Great for getting that perfect travel shot!

Montpelier and St Pauls, Bristol
Discover some local Black history on this wander through the Montpelier and St Pauls neighbourhoods in Bristol. Refreshments en route.

Bedminster, Bristol
Take in the views on this hilly walk through some of the beautiful parks of South Bristol.

Henbury, Bristol
This walk celebrates Rhododendrons in spring. It takes you around the other side of the gorge and up the steep Jacobs Ladder.

City centre, Bristol
A circular walk around public sculptures starting outside The Arnofini, Princes St. via College Green and Christmas Steps back to the centre

Bristol City
A lovely linear walk through The Down’s, into a valley and onto Sea Mills, an old settlement and harbour known as Portus Abone.

Ashton Gate,
A circular walk from Ashton Gate to Long Ashton. Taking you past a mansion and a deer park!

Easton,
A walk for the family taking you through no fewer than 7 parks, 6 play areas & varied scenery.

Lockleaze, Bristol
A circular walk through Purdown, Stapleton & St. Werburghs. Panoramic views & nature reserves with gas lights to illuminate the darker side

Hotwells, Bristol
This walk split into Parts 1&2, covers the Squares of Hotwell, Clifton & central Bristol referring to famous people who have lived in them.

Arno's Vale,
Explore more hidden places on Arnos Vale woodland walk. Route is a bit more challenging.

Broadmead, Bristol
A must walk around iconic Bristol sights to learn about the civil rights movement that changed the course of history in the UK.

Kingsdown & central Bristol
A short but steep history walk taking in the blue plaques near the city centre.

Shirehampton, Avonmouth
A beautiful accessible walk along the Avon through a nature reserve and towards the Severn estuary with pub and kids play area. Great views!

College Green, Bristol
A linear walk from Queen’s Park to Old City. Features brilliant eateries, local legendary shops, markets, bars and more. Something for all.

Hot Wells and Clifton
A circular hilly walk starting at the harbour up and over the suspension bridge and down through the woods.

Bristol City
A walk from Manor Wood to the full length of Willmott Park. A three park challenge! Bring a picnic or a snack and bathe in the greenery.

Hanham, Bristol
A tranquil, nature-filled circular along the Avon and then through Avon Valley Woodlands. Step-free on hard surfaces except one small ridge.

Redcliff, Bristol
An epic journey around important LGBTQ+ sites in Bristol. From bars & clubs to hairdressers and historic places of interest. Walk & enjoy.

Brislington, Bristol
A peaceful oasis in the valley in Brislington. Step-free option available.

Clifton, Bristol
This walk is the shorter 2nd part of Clifton Squares walk, or it can be done as a stand alone walk. It includes some historical information.

Central Bristol
A walk through time around Central Bristol.

Bristol City
A short walk around Baddock Wood. Beautiful stream and woods to play in. Great for kids. Some steep bits.

Clifton, Bristol
After a visit to the Clifton Suspension Bridge, take a stroll around Clifton Village to explore local boutiques, shops & restaurants.

Henbury, Bristol
This is the second walk in Blaise Castle. This time it goes through and up one side of the gorge. It gets steeper from the log onwards.

Bristol City Centre
This is a linear walk from Old Market to the Bristol Art Gallery & Museum via vintage and indie shops galore. Mooch slowly, enjoy the jaunt.

Bristol
Discover Britain’s longest independent shopping street. An amazing place to spend time shop-hopping and supporting local.

Henbury, Bristol
This is walk 1 of 5 options which explore the Blaise Castle Estate, this walk takes you up to the Castle. Why not bring a picnic?

Bristol City
A walk with lots of natural wonder for adults & kids to enjoy including: rock dens, river to paddle in and fallen trees to scramble.

Bristol City
A unique walk in the moor at Lawrence Western. Great for families and peaceful wanders. What can you spot in the reeds? Love it here!

Brislington, Bristol
A linear walk from Callington Road Tesco and then along the Whitchurch way railway path. Retrace your steps at the end if you need to.

Kingsweston,
An easy walk around King's Weston House great court and past The Echo. Enjoy the woodlands, the rill, the view and beautiful gardens.

Easton, Bristol
Walk from Easton, along the river past temple meads and explore Castle Park year round. Refreshments en route. (More to be added soon).

Stockwood, Bristol
A nature-rich walk through the open space and woodland habitats of the nature reserve. There are some brief hilly sections & uneven ground.

Henbury,
This is the third walk option, Kings Weston Down Walk. Explore some of the lost history of the estate Roman and iron age past.

Arno's Vale,
A walk around Arno's Vale,

College Green, Bristol
A local high street tour along Mina Road, showcasing lots of independent businesses to support along the way. Ends at a city farm and pub.

Bristol City
A close up of a couple wind turbines in Avonmouth from Lawrence Western. Connects from LW Moor walk

Bristol City
A walk along the St Phillip Greenway linking the Dings by Temple Meads to Avon Meads Retail Park. Lovely views over the river.

Bristol City
A short walk through Dunridge Park and Conham Vale. Cafe and toilets on site and dog friendly too.

Knowle, Bristol
Fancy some cracking views across Bristol while enjoying three local green spaces? You've come to the right place 😁. Very hilly in sections.

Bristol City
Short wheelchair accessible walk through Oldbury Court Park. Has a great play area and firm footpaths. Great for kids!

Henbury, Bristol
Another alternative walk on the grounds of Blaise Castle estate. On this visit the Royals open space, the church and an important memorial.

Lawrence Weston, Bristol
Take a nature break through an orchard, meadow and scrubland. Then visit the community farm which is free to enter.

Lawrence Hill, Bristol
A circular walk including some iconic buildings that remain: University Settlement, St Luke’s Church and the old Cotton Works.

Bedminster, Bristol
A tour of some of the gems of East Street. Full of foodie delights, lovely cafes, great shops, a city farm & more. Kids will enjoy this too!

Redfield, Bristol
A circular route with some steeper sections. It’s mostly wheel-friendly except some kerbs at road crossings. Fine for buggies.

College Green, Bristol
A mini shop-hopping walk along Filton Avenue with lots of independent businesses to visit along the way.

Bristol City
Take a break from the play area and enjoy a fun walk around the nature reserve.

Fishpond, Bristol
Enjoy a walk along Fishponds Road supporting small and local businesses as you go.

Lawrence Hill, Bristol
A tour along some of Church Road’s brilliant independent shops. Nip in and shop and support local. Enjoy street art & parks along the way.

Bristol
A long walk exploring the shops of Stapleton Road. A short detour takes you along the popular St Mark’s Road too.

Redfield, Bristol
Walk from Barton Hill to the station via local green spaces and shared paths. Refreshments & toilets en route. Wheel friendly, some kerbs.

Bristol City
A stroll through the length of Willmoth Park, slides skate parks green space and play areas.

Knowle, Bristol
A great lunchtime stroll exploring the wildflowers and mini water habitats in Filwood. Enjoy a library visit and playground en route.

Redfield, Bristol
A kid-friendly puzzle hunt around Netham Park that ends at the playpark. Suitable for 5-10 yo’s. Lots of fun for all to enjoy.

Lawrence Hill, Bristol
A circular walk taking in a Victorian stink pipe drain, a hidden brook named the Wain & history of local trains! Step-free but some kerbs.

Bristol City
A quiet, circular route to Horfield Commons .

Bristol City
Take a nature-filled walk around Monks Park, close to Southmead Hospital.

Lawrence Weston, Bristol
Enjoy a stroll through the orchard and around the woodland at the farm. Free to enter and mostly step-free with some uneven surfaces.

Hengrove, Bristol
Enjoy peace and nature on this jaunt that links up two local green spaces and a community orchard. Toilets and refreshments en route.

St Philips, Bristol
A circular walk of rhubarb and royalty! Learn about current and former heritage sites of the area. Step-free but some kerbs.

Redfield, Bristol
A circular, step-free route around Netham Park. Suitable for off road buggies but not wheelchairs. Nature & local history en route.

Hengrove & Whitchurch Park Ward, Bristol
A kid-friendly puzzle hunt around the mounds that ends at the playpark. Suitable for 5-10yo’s. Lots of fun for all to enjoy.

Hartcliffe, Bristol
Head on this circular loop around Hartcliffe, enjoying the fabulous city farm and local green spaces.

Redfield, Bristol
Come ‘down the Brillas’ on this tour of two former industrial sites and explore the history of the slum clearance.

Redfield, Bristol
A circular walk through local green spaces and reminders of the area's history. Wheel-friendly but does have some kerbs at road crossings.

Hartcliffe, Bristol
A wonderful, wildlife-rich walk through this remnant countryside patch of grassland. A linear route perfect for a quick nature fix.

Bristol City
A scenic wander around tranquil green spaces, Japanese gardens and the Orchid. Please note there are some steps after the allotment.

Knowle, Bristol
A great lunchtime stroll connecting two parks with plenty of wildflowers along the way. Enjoy a library visit and playground en route.

Redfield, Bristol
A circular walk through local green spaces uncovering a disappeared river location. It is wheel friendly but does have some kerb crossings.

Bristol City
A quiet walk with playing fields, benches and Rose gardens.

Redfield, Bristol
A circular walk taking in Netham Park, small green spaces and local history. The route has steps and small, steep sections.

Bristol City
Take a mini walk around the hospital grounds. Animal statues, nature areas & picnic benches en route.