NEW WALK Discover the Story of Bristol (Monday): Tudor Traders

Get your week off to a good start with two hours of guided walking in attractive surroundings with pleasant company. The focus is very much on getting to know your fellow walkers, fresh air and gentle exercise.

On the first Monday of each month we are working our way chronologically through the history of the City of Bristol from its medieval origins to its twentieth century post war transformation.

In January and February we took an overview of the Late Medieval Period (1066 to 1485). This month we are focussing on the Tudors and what is known as the Early Modern Period.

On these Story of Bristol sessions Steve shares his extensive research on the history of the city. There is also plenty of time to chat about interesting finds that we discover along the way.

Bristol had already been trading all around the coast of Europe and up into Scandinavia and down into the Mediterranean during the Late Medieval Period. In the 1600s, during the reigns of Kings Henry 7 and Henry 8 trade routes burgeoned and included what they called the New World. We will look at where they went and what they brought back.

Good Queen Bess visited Bristol in August 1574. She may or may not have described St Mary Redcliff as 'the fairest and goodliest parish church in all of Christendom'. Will will dive into her itinerary and walk in her steps.

Apart from churches very little survives from Tudor times. We will seek out what does, including Red Lodge.

After our Monday walks we always take coffee in a local cafe. Today we will be in the Folk House Cafe on Park Street.

A set of historical research notes will be emailed out to walkers after our walk. This will allow you to hold on to what you have picked up from our exploration of Tudor Bristol.

A Walk in the Past is a friendly group where regulars and newcomers are always welcome. Our aim is to combine a good walk with pleasant company in historic landscapes.