Historical Walk: 1831 Riots
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Scheduled for 3 October 2026 at Princes Wharf in Bristol, this historical walk will examine the tumultuous riots of October 1831 as one of Britain's most dramatic episodes. The event features various performers who aim to illuminate a period when the city was left in ruins and countless protesters faced dire consequences. Tickets are priced between £6 and £8 for those attending this theatrical exploration of a pivotal moment in British history.
AboutThe riots that took place in Bristol in October 1831 were one of the most dramatic events in British history. In the immediate aftermath, the city was in tatters, with countless protesters either dead or dying and dozens of buildings in flames or fallen into heaps of rubble.The expert guides will vividly retell the history of this tragic episode, exploring some of the sites that played a prominent role in the unrest.TicketsStandard tickets £8Concessions £6Walk-ins welcome on the day if space is available.Additional informationVolunteer guides will meet you at M Shed information desk 5-10 minutes before the walk is due to begin. There will be breaks at key locations where the volunteers will point out sites of key interest and talk about their significance. The majority of the tour is
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Historical Walk: 1831 Riots takes place on Sunday, 4 October 2026.
Historical Walk: 1831 Riots is held at Princes Wharf in Bristol (Princes Wharf, Bristol, BS1 4RN).
Tickets for Historical Walk: 1831 Riots range from £6 to £8. Live prices and availability are shown on greatwestway.co.uk.
Tickets for Historical Walk: 1831 Riots can be booked via greatwestway.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Editorial Summary
Scheduled for 3 October 2026 at Princes Wharf in Bristol, this historical walk will examine the tumultuous riots of October 1831 as one of Britain's most dramatic episodes. The event features various performers who aim to illuminate a period when the city was left in ruins and countless protesters faced dire consequences. Tickets are priced between £6 and £8 for those attending this theatrical exploration of a pivotal moment in British history.
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AboutThe riots that took place in Bristol in October 1831 were one of the most dramatic events in British history. In the immediate aftermath, the city was in tatters, with countless protesters either dead or dying and dozens of buildings in flames or fallen into heaps of rubble.The expert guides will vividly retell the history of this tragic episode, exploring some of the sites that played a prominent role in the unrest.TicketsStandard tickets £8Concessions £6Walk-ins welcome on the day if space is available.Additional informationVolunteer guides will meet you at M Shed information desk 5-10 minutes before the walk is due to begin. There will be breaks at key locations where the volunteers will point out sites of key interest and talk about their significance. The majority of the tour is
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Historical Walk: 1831 Riots?
Historical Walk: 1831 Riots takes place on Sunday, 4 October 2026.
Where is Historical Walk: 1831 Riots taking place?
Historical Walk: 1831 Riots is held at Princes Wharf in Bristol (Princes Wharf, Bristol, BS1 4RN).
How much are tickets for Historical Walk: 1831 Riots?
Tickets for Historical Walk: 1831 Riots range from £6 to £8. Live prices and availability are shown on greatwestway.co.uk.
How do I get tickets for Historical Walk: 1831 Riots?
Tickets for Historical Walk: 1831 Riots can be booked via greatwestway.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Date
Until Sunday, 4 October 2026
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