There is so much you can do at Wellspring Settlement!
Better together
We’ve brought together to best of two long standing community organisations to strengthen how we serve our local community. Wellspring Settlement enables our community to actively participate in positive, life-affirming activities. We offer a unique space for residents of Barton Hill and the wider area to celebrate, learn, create, develop, relax, socialise and play. From young people to the more mature, from new residents of our locality to those who have lived here all their lives, everyone is welcome.
Wellspring Settlement Activities
Exploring Age Through Creativity
May 7 2024
We have opportunities coming up for over 55s living in the BS5 area to get creative and learn something new. You’ll meet new people, explore new film or art activities, and become more confident in your creativity! Come and enjoy four free sessions exploring the theme of Women and Ageing. This is a supportive, playful, creative…
Stretch and Strengthen
May 7 2024
An ultra-gentle, rehabilitative exercise group for people who have back or joint problems – focusing on what you can do rather than what you cant. Learn how to strengthen and mobilise your body to manage your areas of pain – and adapt each exercise to suit your confidence level. If you would like to take…
Boost Community Appointments
May 7 2024
Boost Community aims to support people to build financial confidence and achieve their wider aspirations. We are currently running appointment only sessions, for advice and support on welfare benefits, managing your money & bills, debt, housing, legal issues & anything community related. Appointments are available Tuesday to Friday each week To book an appointment, please…
Stay and Play – St Phillips Marsh Nursery
May 7 2024
Stay and play session for children aged 0-5 years and their parent/carers, located at St Phillips Marsh Nursery, BS2 0SU. This group runs in term time only and is for parents interested in using the school.
ACH Functional Skills ESOL Class
May 7 2024
Improve your English skills by coming along to this Function Skills course and get a nationally recognised qualification! For more information, please contact Najla. Some sessions times may be slightly shorter Please note: This event is organised by an external provider and is subject to change without Wellspring Settlement’s knowledge.
Auricular acupuncture with Barney
May 7 2024
Auricular acupuncture focuses on the ears and can be used to treat: Stress Anxiety Low mood Pain Low energy As this treatment focuses on the ears, you can remain fully dressed and seated throughout. Barney is a qualified Auricular Acupuncture Therapist. He is fully insured and has around 20 years experience treating people with complementary…
Bristol Wellbeing College Sessions
May 7 2024
Bristol Wellbeing College run free wellbeing workshops and courses for adults (18+) every Tuesday between 10.30 and 12.30. They offer a wide variety of learning topics, usually to small groups of up to 12 people. Topics include arts and crafts sessions, learning how to deal with anxiety, and meditation, all helping you take control of…
Volunteer at the Community Garden
May 7 2024
Do you love being outside and getting hands on with nature? Do you want to meet other people and learn new skills? We’re looking for people to come along and help out in our community garden on Tuesdays. There’s plenty to do, including weeding, clearing spaces, maintaining the borders and cutting grass, but most importantly,…
Something on your mind
May 7 2024
Free family support by appointment only. Appointments are available if you would like to meet 1:1 with a family worker to find solutions to problems. or if you need information on anything from child routines, weaning, infant feeding, childcare, or early education. Appointments are available on: Mondays: 9.30 to 3.00 Tuesdays: 1.00 to 2.30 Wednesdays:…
Move Well Biomechanics
May 7 2024
Learn how to exercise safely and effectively in this introduction to fitness. Perfect if you are new to exercise, or are restarting after a long time, and would like to get fit but don’t know where to start. If you would like to find out more or take part, please contact Jane or ask your…
Changes Wellbeing Group
May 7 2024
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Anxious? Experiencing low mood, lacking motivation, worried or feeling isolated? Concerned about the cost of living or struggling with personal issues? Come along to the weekly wellbeing support group run by Changes Bristol, every Tuesday. This is a free, confidential, non-judgemental group run by volunteers with lived experience of mental health…
Academic Support
May 7 2024
Free support is available for secondary school students, Mondays to Thursdays from 3.30 to 5.00pm at our Settlement Site. Students will be able to access to essential resources that they may not have at home such as books, university prospectuses and computers, as well as trained staff and volunteers. Book a place for your child…
