Step out and discover more of the city this autumn
TO help you shake off the Covid blues, why not get outdoors, enjoy nature, walk, explore and party at the brand new Let’s Walk Bristol Festival over the weekend October 1 to 3?
The event’s organisers say there will be something for everyone whatever your fitness level, with lots of free walks, evening entertainment, and an Ashton Court family adventure trail for £5.
The festival weekend will start on the Friday afternoon with a walk around Bristol’s lively re-generated historic harbourside, finishing at a local pub for drinks.
On the Saturday, participants can choose from a range of events and walks from easy to challenging, including popular Bristol city walks and beautiful countryside trails, which will all be led by experienced insured guides.
Free in-town walks include the Kings Weston Trail, the South Bristol Skyline Walk and the Snuff Mills Wellbeing Walk.
Plus, there will be a ‘ferry and Underfall Yard harbour experience,’ a Stoke Park nature trail with Steve England, a Dudes and Dogs walk, and also planned is a Banksy and street art city tour.
Further afield, there will be the chance to experience walks in the picturesque Cotswolds from Castle Combe; to discover a glorious circular walk around Clevedon, hike the famous Bath Skyline, or challenge yourself by trekking through the Mendips up above the magnificent Cheddar Gorge.
To round the day off, festival organisers suggest walkers gather at Underfall Yard or Toto’s Wine Bar, to share their walk experiences and enjoy food and music.
On Sunday, there will be a hub in Ashton Court with street food and music.
Walkers can then enjoy a leisurely stroll around the Mansion House grounds, or set off on a selection of routes.
All the trails are self-guided and easy to follow. Tickets for walks and events are limited. To find out more and book tickets, visit letswalkbristol.co.uk.