Little Amal’s Bristol route and where to see her in the city centre

The giant puppet of a Syrian refugee child who has captured hearts around the globe made an early morning entrance over Bristol’s most famous landmark.

Little Amal crossed the Clifton Suspension Bridge this morning (Friday, June 24) before her journey around the city later today.

The giant, 3.5m tall puppet has walked nearly 5,000 miles across Europe, raising awareness of the urgent needs of young refugees.

And now Bristolians are invited to welcome the living artwork and walk with Amal, which means ‘hope’ in Arabic, around the city.

The event offers a moment to reflect on Bristol’s complicated past, while considering the city’s ambitions for the future.

Tom Morris, of Bristol Old Vic, said: “We are excited to welcome Little Amal to Bristol to meet the community, to see our beautiful city and to find out more about Bristol’s status as a City of Sanctuary.

“Amal travels everywhere with a spirit of curiosity. By welcoming her to Bristol we will also learn from her, understanding more about our own complicated past and our dream of being a fairer and more welcoming city in the future.”

Amal’s Bristol journey will begin at 4pm outside Bristol Old Vic on King Street and then via Welsh Back to Bristol’s famous St Nicholas Market and historic Corn Street.

There will be music and performances by local artists before Little Amal leaves the city at the Harbour.