Roll & Stroll in Victoria Park for over 55’s

Join us for a walk in one of Bristol's cherished parks, followed by refreshments and a creative activity. Victoria park has a rich history. Acquired by Bristol City Council in the late Victorian era to provide respite for working-class people, it continues to serve as a vital space for the community to connect with nature.

In Victoria Park, local volunteers have worked hard to create habitats for wildlife. A local ecologist will provide ideas on how we can attract more wildlife to our own gardens. Find out how Victoria Park Action Group (VPAG) and Wild Gardeners have introduced new habitats for wildlife in the park with the help of local volunteers. The tour will include the wildflower meadow, dead hedge, community flowerbed, and vegetable plot, with insights into how these spaces are created and cared for.

We will meet at the Bowls Club and return there after the walk for refreshments.

After our walk, we'll enjoy light refreshments and get hands-on with creative activities. Please bring your own lunch!

Please note this event is the Victoria Park walk, if you would like to also join the Eastville Park walk you can sign up here.

Timings:

• 10:30: Meet at Victoria Park Bowls Club

• 10:40 – 12:00: Walk

• 12:00 – 13:30 Shared lunch and light refreshments (bring your own lunch) and creative activity at the Bowls Club

Accessibility information

• Wheelchair accessible.

• The route includes lots of resting areas, so many different levels of mobility can be accommodated.

• Please wear suitable clothing; be prepared if it rains. If it is hot, please bring plenty of water and sun protection.

If you have any questions regarding accessibility or to book a space, please call 0117 927 9222 or email info@bopf.org.uk.  

Travel information

VICTORIA PARK: Bedminster Train Station
Buses: 75, 76 and 79
Paid Car Parking around Bedminster Parade, a 15-minute walk away
https://vpag.org.uk/park-entrance/
Secure bike parking available.

Please let us know if you can no longer make this event by refunding your ticket - if you have any issues refunding on Humanitix please let us know by emailing festival@bnhc.org.uk.

This event is part of the Festival of Nature Community Programme, which has over 80 events happening across nine days from 6-14 June. Find out more about the events happening on your doorstep here or follow us on social media @FestOfNature #FestivalofNature