Join us at Pier Approach, Bournemouth on 15 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 Bournemouth Memory Walk. If you would prefer to volunteer on the day, you can sign up here.
Share advice, laughter, and support at the Bournemouth 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.
This is the link to find out more - Bournemouth Memory Walk | Alzheimer's Society (alzheimers.org.uk)
Key information
Meeting point
Bournemouth Memory Walk will start and finish in the event site, which is located by Bournemouth Observation Wheel at Pier Approach. Please not this area is paved. Find us using postcode BH2 5AA, alternatively enter ruins.sheet.final into the What3Words App.
Travel information
There is no dedicated event parking, please use city centre parking and public transport. Pier Approach is a 1.8km walk from Bournemouth train station.
Please consider the most sustainable method of transport, or car share where possible.
To make sure everyone's included, there are two routes to choose from on the day of Memory Walk.
The shorter 3.5km walk is a gentle stroll along the sea front which is suitable for Memory Walkers of all ages. This route is suitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs with assistance.
The longer 8km walk is a little more challenging, and will take you further along Bournemouth sea front.
Please note the route and distance is subject to change, and suitable footwear is recommended.
Benefits to self
Share advice, laughter, and support at the Bournemouth 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.
Benefits to others
The buzz of the crowd, quiet moments of remembrance, the hug of a stranger who gets it - whatever you feel you won't be alone. Join thousands of others, all walking to fund vital dementia support and research in Autumn 2024. Sign up to your local Memory Walk today.
Location
Bournemouth Pier Approach - Outdoors
Training available
There is no training but you get a safety briefing if you are a volunteer, you can bring a friend as you will always be in pairs when either marshalling the course or supporting on the merchandise stand
Fund-raising targets
No target
Transport details
There are bus links to Bournemouth Town Centre and only a short walk to the pier.