The Humanist Bristol Tour
College Green, Bristolby humanistheritage
by humanistheritage
2 hours / 3.8km 29
A linear walk through some of the humanist history of Bristol with stunning views en route.
The Humanist Bristol Tour
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Step 1: This walk starts in the waterside Castle Park. You can find castle ruins, refreshments and this lovely Physic Garden by the church ruins.
Step 2: Public transport to Castle Park includes the Castle Park Landing ferry stop. The bus stops of Wine Street & Broad Weir are served by numerous buses including those to Keynsham, Cribbs Causeway, Horsefair, Whitchurch & Broom Hill.
Step 3: With your back to the water, head towards the main road of Newgate, named after the New Gate which once controlled access to the castle.
Step 4: Cross Newgate at the lights, which have the pride flag colours painted onto the road.
Step 5: Head across Union Street towards the shopping mall, The Galleries. There are free public loos, including baby change, inside.
Step 6: This corner of the mall stands on the site of the former Newgate prison which mainly operated in the 17th and 18th centuries.
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