The challenge

Join us in Bristol in autumn 2026 and share an incredible day with others who understand how it feels to be affected by dementia.

Registrations for 2026 aren’t open yet but you can register your interest now and we’ll be in touch when Bristol Memory Walk opens!

Share advice, laughter, and support at Bristol Memory Walk. And when you cross the finish line, celebrate with your medal, knowing you have walked for a world where dementia no longer devastates lives.

Key Information

Meeting Point

Bristol Memory Walk will start and finish in the event site. The specific location for Bristol Memory Walk will be decided soon and we'll let you know.

We recommend that anyone participating in Memory Walk arrives at the event site from 10am. This allows time to take part in the pre-walk activities such as the Zumba warm-up and also allows time for possible delays caused by traffic and public transport.

Route

To make sure everyone's included, there are two routes to choose from on the day of Memory Walk.

A shorter 2km route route, which is wheelchair accessible and suitable for all ages and abilities.

The longer 4.5km route takes you around Bristol’s historic harbourside, enjoying views of the S.S. Great Britain and Cumberland Basin. It is more challenging and not suitable for pushchairs or wheelchairs due to the nature of the pathways, and some uneven terrain throughout the route.

Travel Information

Please consider the most sustainable method of transport, such as public transport or car share, where possible.

By car

Please note, there is no dedicated event parking, so please use city centre parking or consider using public transport, where possible.

For drop-offs only, head towards Prince Street, The Grove or Welsh Back.

Closest car parks to the event site

NCP Prince Street
Millennium Square
The Grove
Portwell Lane
Redcliffe Parade

Parking for Blue Badge holders

The car parks listed above have disabled and Blue Badge parking available, which you can find out more about by following the links provided.

You can find more information about parking for Blue Badge holders on the Bristol City Council website.

More information about driving and parking in Bristol can be found on the Visit Bristol website.

By train

Bristol Temple Meads train station is the main station in Bristol. It's a 1.1km walk from Temple Meads to the event site, or there are regular buses from around the train station which will take you towards the City Centre and closer to the event site.

By bus

Park and Ride

Bristol's Long Ashton Park and Ride service goes towards the City Centre, with stops closer to the event site.

More information about Bristol's Park and Ride services can be found here.

Other bus services

The nearest bus stop to the event site is The Centre-Broad Quay.

Further information about bus services, as well as the other transport options listed above, can be found on the Visit Bristol website.

By bicycle

A small number of public bicycle racks and e-bike/scooter parking are available near the event site at Thunderbolt Square.

Facilities and accessibility

Dogs allowed
Toilets
Refreshments

The meeting point is on level ground but is a mix of paving and grass. Both routes are on pavement and the short route is suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs with assistance. The long route has uneven and cobbled pathways. There is no dedicated accessible parking.

Fundraising

Aim to raise £160, or as much as you can, so you can support more people affected by dementia now, and in the future.

Lots of tips and tricks are included in your fundraising pack you receive through the post, but you can get started now by checking out our fundraising page!