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- No activities scheduled for March 2, 2025.
Week of Activities
Community Strength and Mobility Class
Community Strength and Mobility Class
An ideal community class if you want to prevent injury, get stronger, move better or are recovering from injury or surgery. A friendly strength & mobility class using body weight exercises & resistance bands (equipment provided). Suitable for all levels, as instructor Ben, can tailor every exercise to suit your ability. If you are interested…
Find your Village
Find your Village
A social group for parents, pregnant women, and children aged 0 to 2. A place to meet other parents, connect, and find out what else is going on in the community. The group brings stories, songs and spirit of life back home to support your child to grow and develop. For more information call 07933…
Craft café
Craft café
Come along on Mondays to eat, craft and chat. Felt, knit, draw, collage or just relax and enjoy a hot drink and a pancake - sweet and savoury options available. There is a suggested donation of £2 for those who would like to eat. For more information, get in touch with Jon by email, or…
Community Lunches for Women
Community Lunches for Women
Share some healthy and delicious, hot, halal and veggie food with other local women in these Community Lunches with a focus on healthy eating in relation to diabetes. Hosted by Local Food Ambassador, Ruqiya Mohamed, with GP guest. Lunches will be held in Training Room 5 at our Settlement Site, Ducie Road from 12.00 to…
Something on your mind
Something on your mind
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: 12.30 to 3.00 Tuesdays: 1.00 to 2.30 Wednesdays:…
Barton Hill short walks group
Barton Hill short walks group
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.
Strength and Balance Classes
Strength and Balance Classes
If you’re 55+ and experiencing mobility issues, come along to these classes to improve strength, balance and mobility using resistance bands and other small equipment. The workout can be done standing or seated, and everyone goes at their own pace and ability. make new friends, get moving, and stay for tea & coffee afterwards! Just come…
Youth Work Sessions
Youth Work Sessions
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…
Swannery Girls’ Sessions – ages 12 to 17
Swannery Girls’ Sessions – ages 12 to 17
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! Have your say in what YOU want to see in the youth club Form new relationships in YOUR community FREE games, sports activities, and refreshments provided! For more information contact Luis: 07928 813546 or luis.dias.wsb.org.uk
Boost Community Appointments
Boost Community Appointments
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
Stay and Play – St Phillips Marsh Nursery
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.
Bristol Wellbeing College Sessions
Bristol Wellbeing College Sessions
Bristol Wellbeing College deliver workshops around mental health and wellbeing subjects including Confidence Building, Understanding Trauma and Coping with Low Mood. For details of what subjects that will be running in the coming months please see the Bristol Wellbeing College website. Workshops are open to anyone who lives in Bristol and has used NHS services…
Shared Reading Sessions
Shared Reading Sessions
At Shared Reading groups, people talk, connect, and share experiences using stories and poems. There is no pressure to talk or read aloud. Groups are open to all and FREE to attend. Sessions take place twice each month. On the second Tuesday of each month, sessions will be in the Little Library at the Micro…
Art for Wellbeing
Art for Wellbeing
Explore painting and drawing in a welcoming and relaxed environment through this Art for Wellbeing course from SGS College. A weekly creativity for wellbeing course for adults aged 19 or above. This course is free for students on certain benefits (JSA, ESA, and UC capped and low income under £23.4k, reduced tiered fee for pensions,…
Know your rights: disability law workshop
Know your rights: disability law workshop
Have you been excluded from accessing services or treated badly because of your disability? Experienced discrimination at work, in hospital, in a shop or on public transport? Want to find out about your legal rights and where to get help? Book your place on this FREE workshop on your rights under discrimination law, run by…
Something on your mind
Something on your mind
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: 12.30 to 3.00 Tuesdays: 1.00 to 2.30 Wednesdays:…
Hello Baby Antenatal Course
Hello Baby Antenatal Course
Expectant parents are invited to join Bristol Family Hubs for a new antenatal course. The course runs over four weeks and will support you to: · Prepare for the birth experience and the early days after having your baby · Get to know your baby and how to give them the care and comfort they…
Connecting through Art and Nature
Connecting through Art and Nature
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 art activities, and become more confident in your creativity! Come along to our fun and friendly art group and learn a new ways to be creative using nature as your…
Changes Wellbeing Group
Changes Wellbeing Group
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…
Football at The Cage
Football at The Cage
Come along for a fun and friendly kickabout! Open to boys and girls aged 12 to 17, every Tuesday from 4.00pm to 5.30pm. If the weather is bad the session will go ahead in The Swannery Youth Club instead. For more information contact Luis on 07928 813 546.
Boost Community Appointments
Boost Community Appointments
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…
Bowen Therapy with Stella
Bowen Therapy with Stella
Part of the Community Complementary Clinic – Complementary therapies with a reduced cost available for local residents on low income. Stella is a Registered Bowen Therapist. She is fully insured with Holistic Insurance. Bowen Therapy is a hands-on therapy that involves non-invasive light touch and stretching to regulate the nervous system, minimise pain and improve…
Barton Hill Families Drop In
Barton Hill Families Drop In
Join our new free and fun stay and play group for families living in Barton Hill. Make new friends and join in with: Singing Story-telling Fun activities No need to book, just drop in to the Family Centre to join in! This group runs in term time only.
Something on your mind
Something on your mind
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: 12.30 to 3.00 Tuesdays: 1.00 to 2.30 Wednesdays:…
Dream Big Together – 55+ session
Dream Big Together – 55+ session
What Will Barton Hill Look Like in 2050? Let’s Dream Big Together! Want to have your say about the future of Barton Hill? We’re inviting young people from the neighbourhood to help imagine what life could look like here in 2050 – and to share your ideas with others in the community. In separate creative…
Food club
Food club
Join our Food Club to purchase a box of tasty food items every week worth approx. £10-£15 for just £3.50. It costs just £1 per year to become a member, and to join you must live or work within approximately 15 minutes of the club. Box contents are different every week, but usually contain a good variety…
Dream Big Together – youth session
Dream Big Together – youth session
What Will Barton Hill Look Like in 2050? Let’s Dream Big Together! Want to have your say about the future of Barton Hill? We’re inviting young people from the neighbourhood to help imagine what life could look like here in 2050 – and to share your ideas with others in the community. In separate creative…
Evening community meal with FoodCycle
Evening community meal with FoodCycle
Join FoodCycle every Wednesday evening for a free and tasty hot meal! No referral is needed, you can just turn up. FoodCycle also run a community meal on Saturday afternoons, so why not come to both! For more information please email bristol@foodcycle.org.uk or see the website. Please note: This event is organised by an…
Boost Community Appointments
Boost Community Appointments
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…
Strengthening Families, Strengthening Communities
Strengthening Families, Strengthening Communities
Being a parent can be fulfilling and enjoyable, however it can also be tough! A free, inclusive course to help parents and carers raise happy, confident children, from babies to teens. Creche spaces are available but must be booked! This course will run every Thursday from 16th January for 12 sessions, excluding school holidays, 9.30am…
Nurturing Program
Nurturing Program
A free, 10-week course for parent of children aged 2 to 8 years to help you: Understand why children behave as they do Recognise the feelings behind the behaviour Explore different approaches to discipline Find ways to develop cooperation and self-discipline in children Learn the importance of looking after ourselves A crèche is available to…
Health Action Group
Health Action Group
How can we make our community healthier and happier? Join our group to let us know what activities might support the health of you and your neighbours, and share your knowledge of keeping healthy in Barton Hill and surrounds. You'll be able to share your ideas and create short films about health, enjoy fun activities and…
Eatwell Community Cafe
Eatwell Community Cafe
Pop in to our Eatwell Café for pay what you feel home-made cakes and hot drinks. The café also offers space to sit and socialise, a children’s corner, somewhere to charge mobile phones and access the internet, advice and information leaflets, and routes into our other services. We'll be using the space for activities when…
Yoga for Refugee Women
Yoga for Refugee Women
All refugee women in Bristol, whatever ability, are welcome to come along to this free, fun and friendly class! No need to book, just come and say hi. Please note: This event is organised by an external provider and is subject to change without Wellspring Settlement’s knowledge.
Concerts at lunchtime
Concerts at lunchtime
If you’re 55 or over, come a long and enjoy lunch with new friends, and a FREE performance at St George's in the centre of Bristol! Meet at our Settlement Site, Ducie Road at 11.15am to leave by taxi at 11.30 and we’ll head back from St George’s no later than 2.30pm. Transport is FREE!…
Baby Hub with Infant Feeding Support
Baby Hub with Infant Feeding Support
A drop in session to access health visitors or infant feeding support for parents and carers of under 5s (not a stay and play session). We are also able to support with breastfeeding if needed. Contact Shan or Saada on 0117 954 8882 for more information
Something on your mind
Something on your mind
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: 12.30 to 3.00 Tuesdays: 1.00 to 2.30 Wednesdays:…
Alive gardening group
Alive gardening group
Bristol based charity Alive and Wellspring Settlement's social prescribing team are excited to start a new gardening project. The gardening group meets every Thursday from 1.30 to 3.30pm at the Settlement Site, Ducie Road and is open to all. Meet us in the central courtyard to: • Learn and share knowledge and skills with others…
Swannery Youth Sessions – ages 8 to 11
Swannery Youth Sessions – ages 8 to 11
If you’re age 8 to 11. come along to new Youth Club! Have your say in what YOU want to see in the youth club Form new relationships in YOUR community FREE games, sports activities, and refreshments provided! For more information contact Luis: 07928 813546 or by email
Boost Community Appointments
Boost Community Appointments
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…
Women’s mid-life health workshop
Women’s mid-life health workshop
Perimenopause – the transition leading up to menopause – can bring about all sorts of surprises, from brain fog to hot flushes, to mood swings and disrupted sleep. It is a perfectly natural and healthy part of a woman’s life, and not something to be feared or dreaded, as so many women sadly do. Join…
Swannery Youth Sessions – ages 12 to 17
Swannery Youth Sessions – ages 12 to 17
If you’re age 12 to 17. come along to Barton Hill's new Youth Club! Have your say in what YOU want to see in the youth club Form new relationships in YOUR community FREE games, sports activities, and refreshments provided! For more information contact Luis: 07928 813546 or Luis.dias.wsb.org.uk
Dads Rock
Dads Rock
Join in with this free eight-week group for under-2s and dads or male caregivers! This course uses music, stories and games to improve the mental health and wellbeing of dads, male caregivers and their little ones. Learn how child-led musical play helps with developing baby and toddler’s emotional regulation, communication, language, numeracy and creativity. You…
Community meal with FoodCycle
Community meal with FoodCycle
Join FoodCycle every Saturday for a free and tasty hot meal! No referral is needed, you can just turn up. FoodCycle also run a community meal on Wednesday evenings, so why not come to both! For more information please email bristol@foodcycle.org.uk or see the website. Please note: This event is organised by an external provider…