Feel it all at an Alzheimer’s Society Memory Walk

Join us at Sutton Park, Birmingham on 14 September 2024 and share an incredible day with others who understand how it feels to be affected by dementia.

Registrations are now open! Sign up today for the 2024 Birmingham Memory Walk. If you'd prefer to volunteer on the day with us, you can sign up here.

Share advice, laughter, and support at the Birmingham 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

Birmingham Memory Walk will start and finish in the event site at the Jamboree Stone which is located near the centre of the park. Please note, this area is on grass. Find us using the postcode B74 3EW, alternatively enter ///digs.bricks.smooth into the What3Words App.

Travel information

There is dedicated event parking available. Access for the event car park is via Streetly Gate only, using postcode B74 3EW. Follow signs for Memory Walk and instructions from stewards. Please arrive in good time to avoid queues, and note that parking is on grass.

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

Route

There are two routes to choose from on the day of Memory Walk.

The shorter 3.5km route is a gentle stroll around the park which is suitable for Memory Walkers of all ages. This route is suitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs with assistance due to a hill along the route.

The longer 5km route is a little more challenging, and will take you around the lakeside, moors and woodlands. The route has some uneven and muddy terrain. This route is not suitable for pushchairs or wheelchairs due to the nature of the pathways.

Please note the route and distance is subject to change, and suitable footwear is recommended.

Facilities

• Dogs allowed on leads
• Event Parking
• Toilets
• Refreshments

Accessibility 

The meeting point and car parks are on grass. The short route is on paved paths and suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs with assistance. There is dedicated event parking available, please make stewards aware on arrival if you need an accessible parking space.

Fundraise

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 Fundraise page!

Frequently asked questions

Got a question? Visit our FAQ page to find out more.