A Black History Tour in Bristol

Walks, England, Bristol
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A Black History Tour in Bristol

Montpelier and St Pauls, Bristol

by travelwest

  • 2hr 5m / 3.9km
  • 105

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

  • Refreshments
  • Public transport
  • History
  • Hilly & steep
  • Dog friendly
  • Child friendly

Walk preview

Map preview for A Black History Tour in Bristol
  1. Step 1: This walk explores the Montpelier and St Pauls neighbourhoods of Bristol. We reflect on some local African-Caribbean history and feature iconic Black Britons who helped fight against racial injustice in Bristol.

  2. Start out at Montpelier Station. Exit and turn left.

    Step 2: Start out at Montpelier Station. Exit and turn left.

  3. Step 3: If you choose to arrive at the start of the walk by bus, buses 5 & 70 stop nearby.

  4. Follow the path out to St Andrews Rd.

    Step 4: Follow the path out to St Andrews Rd.

  5. Turn left and head up the hill.

    Step 5: Turn left and head up the hill.

  6. During the 1950’s and 60’s, many African-Caribbean migrants, also the Windrush generation, settled in the Montpelier and St Paul area.

    Step 6: During the 1950’s and 60’s, many African-Caribbean migrants, also the Windrush generation, settled in the Montpelier and St Paul area.

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