Southmead Development Trust

Greenway Snooker
2026-01-28 08:00 - 20:45, 2026-01-29 08:00 - 20:45, 2026-01-30 08:00 - 20:45, 2026-01-31 09:00 - 16:30, 2026-02-01 09:00 - 16:30, 2026-02-02 08:00 - 20:45 (Europe/London) | Greenway Centre, Doncaster Road, Bristol, BS10 5PY, United Kingdom
Here is a North Bristol secret – tucked away in a quiet little space in Southmead, is our rather lovely and recently refurbished Snooker suite.
Our table is available to community groups, local residents, and young players interested in playing snooker on a professional table.
The cost is £3 per hour and is available Monday to Friday 8 AM – 8:30 PM and at weekends 9 AM – 4:30 PM.
Please book and pay HERE

Greenway Strollers
2026-01-28 10:00 - 13:00 | Greenway Centre, Doncaster Road, Bristol, BS10 5PY, United Kingdom
Join the Greenway Strollers for a gentle amble around Badock’s Wood, followed by a cuppa and a chat.
Walking is great for getting out into nature, breathing fresh air, and having a good chat. It’s also gentle exercise however this isn’t the focus. If anything the poddle is a plus!
Meet us by the orchard to the left of Greenway’s front door – keep an eye out for the hi-viz jackets!
Everyone welcome. If you would like to find out more about how strenuous the walk is then feel free to join us at 10:30am for the cuppa and we can chat about it. You can also find out about other walks in North Bristol.
We have regular free lunches and social meet ups too.
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Community Corner: Making Cards with Linda
2026-01-28 10:00 - 13:00 | Greenway Centre, Doncaster Road, Bristol, BS10 5PY, United Kingdom
Love designing your own greetings cards?
Come and get crafty with Linda every Wednesday.
No need to bring materials.
Time – 10:00am – 1:00pm.
Cafe open.
Everyone’s welcome in Community Corner!

Southmead Creative Writers
2026-01-28 10:30 - 12:00
Join this friendly group of residents who love to write.
Whether your passion is poetry, prose or performance, all levels of ability are welcome.
Polish up your pencil and come along and meet everyone – you’ll be in good company.

Tai Chi for Beginners with Karen
2026-01-28 14:00 - 15:00
In ‘Just One Thing’ Michael Mosley said, “Because Tai Chi is a mix of exercise and meditation, your brain gets a workout too – leading to better brain function. It improves heart health and has even been shown to boost your immune system.”
Tai Chi has its roots in China of 2000 BC. Time has proven it can ease the body, calm the mind, and create a feeling of balance and harmony.
If this sounds interesting to you, do come along and try out this slow mindful sequence of movements and experience the benefits for yourself in this friendly and fun class.
Tai Chi for Beginners at Greenway: Every Wednesday, 11 AM – 12 PM
To book a place visit: Tai Chi Works Bristol or text 07704 478521
You can also book in person at the Greenway Centre Reception.
Cost: sliding from £7 – £10
About Karen:
I have studied Tai Chi and Chinese martial arts since 1983, and I began teaching in 2004. I have taught all ages from 6 up, but my particular interest is in how Tai Chi can benefit our health and wellbeing as we grow older.
In one student’s words: “I like the poetry and grace, the subtlety and mindfulness. I enjoy the way you teach us as a class and as individuals, so that even though I feel I am a slow learner I am motivated to continue and to improve my steps into a world of lightness and ancient tradition.”
read more HERE

Community Corner: Board Games Club
2026-01-28 14:00 - 16:00 | Greenway Centre, Doncaster Road, Bristol, BS10 5PY, United Kingdom
What do you fancy playing?
This friendly group play a wide range of table top games from Cards and Cribbage to Scrabble.
No need to book, just drop in to Community Corner where you will be warmly welcomed, whether you are a board games newbie or a cards master!
For further information please contact Lucille. email: lucillesmith@southmead.org, telephone: 0117 950 3335

Play Sessions at The Ranch (Term-time)
2026-01-28 15:30 - 17:30, 2026-01-29 15:30 - 17:30 | The Ranch Adventure Playground & Youth Space, Doncaster Road, Bristol, BS10 5PP
We are an open access, fully inclusive playground. This means children and young people can come and go as they please and everyone is welcome to come and play.
We are fully accessible and have adapted facilities to meet the needs of all children and young people. We provide a wide range of activities for children and young people all year round. These include sports, cooking, and art activities. Freely chosen and self directed play is a big part of our ethos.
Age Rage: 8 – 13 years old Children under 8 are welcome if accompanied by a responsible adult. (18+)
On site we have:

5 a side football court
Basket ball
Wooden play structures
Death slide
Large grass area
Nature site with fire pit
Sand pit
Zip wire
Bike track
Pool table
Soft play area
Music studio

Youth Sessions at The Ranch
2026-01-28 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-01-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Southmead Adventure Playground
We are an open access, fully inclusive playground. This means children and young people can come and go as they please and everyone is welcome to come and play. We are fully accessible and have adapted facilities to meet the needs of all children and young people. We provide a wide range of activities all year round. These include sports, cooking, and art activities. Freely chosen and self directed play is a big part of our ethos.

For ages 13+

On site we have:

5 a side football court
Basket ball
Wooden play structures
Death slide
Large grass area
Sand pit
Zip wire
Bike track
Pool table

For further info contact Del Hibbert, Youth Engagement Manager, email: delhibbert@southmead.org, tel: 0117 950 3335

Horizon Disability Friendship Group
2026-01-28 18:00 - 20:00 | Greenway Centre, Doncaster Road, Bristol, BS10 5PY, United Kingdom
Horizon Disability Friendship Group is for adults with a learning or physical disability, and their friends and family.
Join us for a variety of activities for all ages and abilities including board games, games consoles, arts and crafts, music and dance, occasional social outings, and educational workshops.
The group is led by experienced and caring volunteers who are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment for everyone.
We believe that everyone deserves to have the opportunity to participate in activities that they enjoy, regardless of their disability. That’s why we offer a variety of activities that are accessible to people with all types of disabilities.
Membership subscription is £1 per week to be paid on the night.
If you have any questions, please contact Lewis and he will be happy to help, email: HorizonDFG23@gmail.com, tel: 07707 339 929

Community Corner: Coffee Morning
2026-01-29 10:00 - 12:00 | Greenway Centre, Doncaster Road, Bristol, BS10 5PY, United Kingdom
Join the Thursday morning ‘Coffee Crew’, for coffee OR tea for good conversation and company
Everyone is welcome in Community Corner to turn up and join in.
Simply have a natter with a great bunch or find out about other events and groups who meet in Southmead.
Contact organiser Lucille Smith if you’d like to find out more, tel: 0117 950 3335

Citizens Advice Bristol Drop-In
2026-01-29 12:30 - 14:30 | Greenway Centre, Doncaster Road, Bristol, BS10 5PY, United Kingdom
Struggling with the cost of living?
Citizens Advice Bristol provides practical guidance around benefits, money, debt, and energy. Also to help you find appropriate support if you need more assistance.

Community Corner: Greenway Singalong
2026-01-29 14:00 - 15:30 | Greenway Centre, Doncaster Road, Bristol, BS10 5PY, United Kingdom
Greenway Singalong is every Thursday from 2 – 3:30 PM in Community Corner at the Greenway Centre. You don’t need to be able to sing! It’s all just for fun as together we choose fantastic songs to belt out as best we can. We have a great time and it’s also good for your lungs and mental health. You can just turn up or if you’d like to find out a bit more contact Sher Fowler, Community Development Worker – telephone: 0117 950 3335 or email sherfowler@southmead.org

Food Bank (North Bristol and South Glos)
2026-01-29 15:00 - 17:00 | Greenway Centre, Doncaster Road, Bristol, BS10 5PY, United Kingdom
If you are struggling to afford food, our food bank is here to help. We provide emergency food parcels containing at least three day’s worth of nutritionally balanced, non-perishable, food to individuals and families facing hardship in the local community.
Please bring a voucher from one of our referral agencies, such as your local council or Citizens Advice.
Whether you are facing challenges like low income, debt, ill health, or problems with benefit payments, we understand and are here to offer a helping hand without judgment.
Visit our website or contact us to learn more about how we can support you.
North Bristol & South Gloucestershire Foodbank

Women Only at the Greenway Gym
2026-01-29 17:30 - 20:45 | Greenway Centre, Doncaster Road, Bristol, BS10 5PY, United Kingdom
Thursday nights are Women Only.
The Gym is only for Women from 5:30pm.
In addition –
Women Only Ree Pump: 6:15 – 7pm
Gym Weights Workshop: 7:05 – 7:50pm
Come on round and enjoy your space.

Community Corner: Southmead Knit & Natter
2026-01-30 10:30 - 12:30 | Greenway Centre, Doncaster Road, Bristol, BS10 5PY, United Kingdom
Every Friday meet up with the lovely Knit & Knatter group from 10.30am – 12.30pm.
This group is a truly welcoming bunch and if you don’t know how to knit then Lead Knitter Sandra with show you the ropes (or the wools!).
You don’t have to bring anything apart from yourself, there’s plenty of yarn to go round!
Everyone is welcome and the group meet in Community Corner in the cafe at the Greenway Centre.
Make great friends and things with wool, plus non-stop chatter over a cuppa – bliss!

Greenway Market
2026-01-31 12:00 - 15:00 | Greenway Centre, Doncaster Road, Bristol, BS10 5PY, United Kingdom
A wide selection of crafts, handmade products and pre-loved items to browse and buy.
Low cost refreshments will be on sale thanks to kind volunteers.
If you would like space for an activity stall or stand please do email: info@southmead.org
The Market is organised thanks to Volunteer Karen Green, so do get in touch if you would like to go on the list for stalls at future markets or for any stall related info – leave a message at Greenway on 0117 950 3335.

Southmead Repair Cafe
2026-01-31 12:00 - 15:00 | Greenway Centre, Doncaster Road, Bristol, BS10 5PY, United Kingdom
We meet every month to help residents reuse and recycle.
So if you have a broken toaster, holey jumper, or anything else you would like to keep hold of but currently cannot use, everything is welcome. We welcome donations for repairs carried out.
There will always be a warm welcome and a hot cuppa too.
Southmead Repair Cafe runs on the last Saturday of each month, alongside the monthly Greenway Market.
If you can volunteer to offer your skills at the Repair Cafe, please contact us.

email: evepayne@southmead.org
tel: 0117 950 3335

We are members of the International Repair Cafe and part of Bristol Repair Cafes

Techy Tea Party: Digital Support Drop-in with a Cuppa
2026-02-02 11:00 - 12:30 | Greenway Centre, Doncaster Road, Bristol, BS10 5PY, United Kingdom
If you’re reading this and know anyone who struggles with technology please let them know our support group runs bi-weekly in Community Corner at the Greenway Centre.
It’s designed to support residents with simple digital steps to get the most from their phone, tablet, or laptop and to use them safely and securely.
Our community has one of the lowest digital inclusion rates in the City and so we wanted to address this by giving support to help more of our residents get connected. It can be isolating to be digitally excluded due to the lack of local support to get online, so our Volunteers will help group participants to do just that – over a cuppa.
For further info contact Eve on 0117 950 3335, or email evepayne@southmead.org
Venue: Greenway Centre, Doncaster Road, Bristol, BS10 5PY

Community Badminton
2026-02-02 12:00 - 13:00 | Greenway Centre, Doncaster Road, Bristol, BS10 5PY, United Kingdom
Every Monday enjoy a non-competitive badminton session with other friendly and welcoming adults (aged 16+) in our Main Hall.
The cost is £3 per session, which you pay at Reception desk.
Please wear loose clothes and trainers, so you can easily move, stay cool, and remain slip free. We have racquets and shuttlecocks available, and you’re welcome to bring your own. If you forget your water bottle, there is free water and spare cups in our cafe.
There is no need to pre-book, simply join us on the day. If you’re new to badminton or have not played in years, you will soon get up to speed the more you play.
For further info please contact David, tel: 0117 950 3335, email: davidsully@southmead.org

Monday Lunch Club with Neighbours Connect Southmead
2026-02-02 12:00 - 14:00 | Greenway Centre, Doncaster Road, Bristol, BS10 5PY, United Kingdom
A friendly get together organised by our Neighbours Connect Southmead team where we share a meal from the café at the Greenway Centre, take part in an activity, or play some games, and have a good catch up.
If you or someone you know would like to come, please get in touch with Maria on 0117 950 3335 or neighbours@southmead.org so we know how many people are coming.
Let us know if you need transport, we can help you arrange it.
Lunch Club is fortnightly on a Monday unless it’s a bank holiday.

Betty's Pom Pom Making Workshop
2026-02-02 14:00 - 16:00 | Greenway Centre, Doncaster Road, Bristol, BS10 5PY, United Kingdom
Join this FREE weekly group to learn how to make Pom Poms, led by artist Betty.
No experience needed, just give it a go and have fun.
All materials provided, and a hot cuppa

For more info contact: Eve, tel: 0117 950 3335, email: evepayne@southmead.org

Ready, Set, Careers at The Ranch (for ages 16-19)
2026-02-02 15:00 - 16:30 | The Ranch Adventure Playground & Youth Space, Doncaster Road, Bristol, BS10 5PP
Are you currently looking for work, training or education opportunities? Or do you know anyone who might need support in making these choices?
We are here to help you, just pop-in to meet our lovely team to:

Access information
Find support
Ask questions
Find opportunities
In a safe space for sharing at The Ranch

Contact:

email: masonhurn-lamb@southmead.org

tel: 0117 950 3335

instagram > @theranch

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Death Café at Greenway Centre
2026-02-02 16:00 - 18:30 | Greenway Centre, Doncaster Road, Bristol, BS10 5PY, United Kingdom
Join us to talk about the inevitable – the one thing we will all have in common – death. It is not a bereavement or grief support group, but an open discussion space to explore all the elements of this fascinating topic.
Everyone is welcome and there is no need to book, just turn up. We will be sharing cuppas and cake, for which donations would be welcome.
For any questions or further info, email: lucillesmith@southmead.org, or telephone: 0117 950 3335
