Bristol launches summer of activist events to become UK civil rights capital
Bristol has launched a series of activist events aimed at establishing itself as the UK capital of civil rights. The initiative coincides with the anniversary of the 1963 Bristol bus boycott, a pivotal moment in the fight against racial discrimination. A variety of activities, including talks, exhibitions, and public art, will take place throughout the summer to inspire a new civil rights manifesto for the city.
- ▪The campaign is led by a think-and-do tank called CuriosityUnLtd.
- ▪The events will include film screenings, public conversations, and performances.
- ▪A mural themed around civil rights will be created as part of the street art festival Upfest.
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A mural commemorating the 1963 Bristol bus boycott, which overturned a firm’s ban on hiring black and Asian people. Photograph: Olumedia/The GuardianView image in fullscreenA mural commemorating the 1963 Bristol bus boycott, which overturned a firm’s ban on hiring black and Asian people. Photograph: Olumedia/The GuardianBristolBristol launches summer of activist events to become UK civil rights capitalProgramme of events announced on anniversary of Bristol bus boycott aimed at inspiring new social manifesto for citySteven MorrisWed 29 Apr 2026 03.40 EDTLast modified on Wed 29 Apr 2026 04.14 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleBristol has long been a city of activists prepared to work for change, from followers of John Wesley in the 18th century to the 21st-century citizens who toppled…
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