Feel it all at an Alzheimer’s Society Memory Walk 

Join us at Heaton Park, Manchester in autumn 2024 and share an incredible day with others who understand how it feels to be affected by dementia.  

You can register your interest for 2024 Manchester Memory Walk now. Once places open we'll be in touch!

Share advice, laughter, and support at the Manchester 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

Memory Walk will start and finish in the event site at the the old fairground site. This is beside the lake.

Alternatively, you can register your interest for 2024 Manchester Memory Walk now. Once our places open we’ll be in touch! 

Travel information

Car parking at Heaton Park is limited due to unsuitable ground conditions, caused by inclement weather conditions. Please follow the event signage and use all available car parks in Heaton Park. Car parking marshals will provide instructions on arrival, please make sure you follow their guidance and allow adequate time for parking. Pay & display parking charges are in operation using the PaybyPhone app  - please visit Heaton Park website for more information.

For priority disabled and accessible parking please use postcode M25 0BP and follow signs for Memory Walk. Other car parks include:

• St Margaret's Road, M25 2GT
• Garden Centre behind the bowling pavilion, M25 2GT
• Middleton Road Golf Centre, M25 2SW
• North play area car park

Where possible, please use public transport to avoid inconvenience. Heaton Park metrolink is a 5 minute walk from the meeting point at the old fairground site.

Route

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

The shorter 1.5km route is a gentle stroll around the lake which is suitable for Memory Walkers of all ages.

The longer 5km route is a little more challenging and will take you around this historical park. Both routes are suitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs with assistance, 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
• Event Parking
• Toilets
• Refreshments

Accessibility 

The meeting point and car parks are on grass. The routes are 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 will be included in your fundraising pack, 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.