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

Stay and play Monday session

Sep 9 2024

Come and join our fun and stimulating stay and play sessions for families in the local area. There’ll be singing, storytelling and lots of other fun activities for children aged 0-5 years and their parents/ carers.   Contact Tracey on 0117 954 8882

Something on your mind

Sep 9 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:…

Community Craft for Older People

Sep 9 2024

We’re changing our Community Craft sessions so we’re able to try out more activities. Activities are free, and hot drinks and snacks are provided! Come along to these fun and friendly sessions, open to people aged 55 or over! 2nd and 9th September: We’ll be trying out pebble painting and enjoying sweet and savoury pasties.…

Baby Peep

Sep 9 2024

Come along to these fun and friendly drop-in sessions for parents with babies under 1 year. Support your babies learning, talking, singing, story-telling and having fun together. A great way to get to know other families! For more information call 0117 9556971 extension 154

Barton Hill short walks group

Sep 9 2024

Our welcoming group takes short, leisurely 30-60 minute walks around the local area. Come along to find new hidden gems, get some gentle exercise, and chat. Meet at The Settlement on Ducie Road and pop in for tea and coffee after! For more information call Sue or Sandra on 0117 955 4855.

Eat Well, Live Well – Healthy cooking sessions

Sep 9 2024

This FREE six week course involves cooking, exploring myths and truths around certain food groups and diets, and will provide you with lots of recipes, online resources and much more! On completion, learners will be given a free slow cooker. To book your place, please contact Colin on 07901 236436, or by emailing Colin.Young@Bristol.gov.uk or lctinfo@bristol.gov.uk  This…

Youth Work Sessions

Sep 9 2024

Look for our friendly team of youth workers and come and have a chat! We will be around the area to: Deliver activities Listen, inspire and empower Give advice and information Signpost to other services Find out what you want to see in the area! Our youth work program is a partnership between Wellspring Settlement, Bristol Somali…

Reiki with Francesca

Sep 9 2024

Part of the Complementary Health Low Cost Clinic – Complementary therapies with a reduced cost available for local residents on low income. Francesca is a registered Reiki Master Teacher Practitioner. She is fully insured with Holistic Insurance Services. Reiki is a Japanese non-invasive, energy rebalancing technique which works via the laying on of hands and the…

Boost Community Appointments

Sep 10 2024

Boost Community aims to support people to build financial confidence and achieve their wider aspirations. Due to the high demand for the B00st service, we are temporarily closing our waiting list will not be accepting any new referrals into the service. We’ll continue to process referrals recently received and work with existing clients who have…

Stay and Play – St Phillips Marsh Nursery

Sep 10 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.

Postnatal Rockabye  

Sep 10 2024

During each hour-long session there is a facilitated space for you to talk about what it’s really like being a parent. We create a safe, non-judgemental, accepting atmosphere, where you can share how things are for you and your baby. We then provide structured activities: sensory play, action songs, nursery rhymes, music and instruments. This…

Auricular acupuncture with Barney

Sep 10 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…