About us
About Us

Welcome to Wellspring Settlement!
Our organisation was born in 2020, following the merger of two longstanding local charities: Wellspring Healthy Living Centre, and Barton Hill Settlement. Our vision is for strong, dynamic communities where everyone has a good quality of life.

Services
Services

We’re here to support you to be happier and heathier, read more to find out what services we run to support you on your journey….

Calendar
Calendar

We run regular activities and sessions, as well as one-off events. We also host external organisations who also offer activities and workshops. Click to see our calendar and find out what’s on!

Facilities Hire
Facilities Hire

We offer a range of facilities for hire, including a minibus and a choice of rooms suitable for different uses. Whether it's one-to-one meetings, group exercise or transport for your group, we can provide all the facilities you need.

News
News and Updates

Find out what we've been doing by looking through our news and updates!

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Welcome to Wellspring Settlement – better together

Calendar

Activities

Want to get fit? Get involved? Have a look at our calendar to see what activities we have running…

News

News

Read the latest news updates from Wellspring Settlement here...

Facilities
for hire

Facilities for hire

Do you need somewhere to hold a meeting, event or activity? Or are you planning a trip and need transport? Find out how we can help!

Our Activities

We’re here to support you to be happier and healthier, just click through below to see our activities calendar!

HEALTH, FITNESS AND WELLBEING

HEALTH, FITNESS AND WELLBEING

Keep your body and mind happy and healthy with our complementary health clinic, activity classes and workshops.

ADVICE, SUPPORT & LEARNING

ADVICE, SUPPORT & LEARNING

Get a helping hand from our advice services, or improve your skills and confidence in our informative sessions!

COMMUNITY
HUB

COMMUNITY HUB

Whether you want to meet other local people, or get involved in activities to improve the area, we’ve got plenty of activities to choose from!

FAMILY AND
YOUTH SERVICES

FAMILY AND YOUTH SERVICES

Take a look at our groups and activities for parents and carers with younger children, and sessions for young people and teenagers!

Featured Activities

Swannery Boys’ Sessions – ages 12 to 17

February 2, 2026

Come along and join in with the Swannery Boys’ Sessions! Open to boys aged 12 to 17, every Tuesday from 3.30 to 5.30pm in the Swannery Youth Club. The session will run from 1 to 5pm during…

Swannery Youth Sessions – ages 12 to 17

February 2, 2026

If you’re age 12 to 17. come along to Barton Hill’s new Youth Club! The session will run from 1 to 5pm during half-term. Have your say in what YOU want to see in the youth club…

Swannery Youth Sessions – ages 8 to 11

February 2, 2026

If you’re age 8 to 11. come along to new Youth Club! The session will run from 1 to 5pm during half-term. Have your say in what YOU want to see in the youth club Form new…

Swannery Girls’ Sessions – ages 12 to 17

February 2, 2026

If you’re age 12 to 17. If you’re age 12 to 17, come along to Barton Hill’s new GIRLS-ONLY youth sessions! The session will run from 1 to 5pm during half-term. Have your say in what YOU…

Urban Park Session for Families

February 2, 2026

Join our Family Centre team on Wednesday 18th February between for fun in the Urban Park, Barton Hill! Everyone is welcome, and please remember to dress for the weather and bring your wellies and waterproofs if it’s…

Love Your Community Event

January 13, 2026

Save the date! Join Barton Hill Activity Club, Bristol Somali Resource Centre, Travelling Light Theatre and Wellspring Settlement to celebrate the community of Barton Hill! Find out what services are available in the area Get local updates…

Administrative Support Worker (Room Bookings and MSK)

January 13, 2026

The Administrative Support Worker plays a key role in the smooth running of Wellspring Settlement by contributing to delivering Wellspring Settlement’s “Community First” approach by providing efficient administrative support for room bookings across the centers and for…

Community Resilience Story-Making Workshops

January 9, 2026

Together, we create and share stories which celebrate our communities, identify their needs and envisage a world we want to see. Come alone or with a friend — we design the event, so everyone meets new people…

Property, Facilities and IT Manager

January 9, 2026

The Property, Facilities & IT Manager is a key role in Wellspring Settlement, a community anchor organisation for Barton Hill, responsible for the effective management and maintenance of the premises, facilities and IT in a way that…

Swannery Shortlisted for National Award!

November 27, 2025

The Swannery Youth Club has recently been shortlisted for an Inspiring Future Generations award. This award celebrates excellence in children and young people’s engagement, and recognises the impact of youth-led design on the youth club, the area…