What’s On
Welcome to the Journal’s guide to events and things to do in and around Bradley Stoke, Bristol.

If you would like to see your event listed in this calendar, please contact us with the details. We may also be able to publicise your event with an article on our website and/or send a photographer along on the day.
Friday 18th May 2012
9.00am – 11.00am
Christ the King Coffee Morning
Church of Christ the King, Mautravers Close, Bradley Stoke, Bristol (map)
Everyone welcome for refreshments and a friendly chat in the church hall. No charge for refereshments – donations accepted. More info: http://bit.ly/cvmQoh
1.15pm – 3.15pm
Blood Donation Session
Jubilee Centre, Savages Wood Road, Bradley Stoke, Bristol (map)
Give blood – please don’t leave it to someone else. More info: http://www.blood.co.uk/
4.45pm – 7.15pm
Blood Donation Session
Jubilee Centre, Savages Wood Road, Bradley Stoke, Bristol (map)
Give blood – please don’t leave it to someone else. More info: http://www.blood.co.uk/
Saturday 19th May 2012
9.30am – 2.00pm
Severnside Ramblers’ Walk: Tytherington Tree Trail
Aldi Car Park, Brook Way, Bradley Stoke, Bristol (map)
Woodland, fields, country lanes with a special focus on trees. A walk of about 7 miles. Meet in the Aldi car park – a car-sharing scheme is operated. More info: http://bit.ly/bq1Hxd
Sunday 20th May 2012
8.30am – 4.30pm
Severnside Ramblers’ Walk: Priddy & Ebbor Gorge
Aldi Car Park, Brook Way, Bradley Stoke, Bristol (map)
Circular route taking in Priddy, Wookey Hole & Ebbor Gorge. Some steep climbs. A walk of 10-12 miles. Meet in the Aldi car park – a car-sharing scheme is operated. More info: http://bit.ly/bq1Hxd
9.30am – 2.30pm
SCC Medium Distance Ride to Olddown
Bradley Stoke Leisure Centre, Fiddlers Wood Lane, Bradley Stoke, Bristol (map)
A shorter medium ride to Olddown. About 25 miles. Meet at the Leisure Centre. More info: http://bit.ly/bsj-scc
Monday 21st May 2012
11.00am – 11.30am
Pre-School Story Time
Bradley Stoke Library, Fiddlers Wood Lane, Bradley Stoke, Bristol (map)
Come and listen to some stories, do some craft, borrow books from the library and meet other parents/carers. Free. More info: http://bit.ly/bs-library
6.00pm – 8.00pm
Himalayan Balsam Workshop
Bradley Stoke Library, Fiddlers Wood Lane, Bradley Stoke, Bristol (map)
A free workshop with practical demonstrations where you will learn how to identify, pull and dispose of Himalayan balsam. Help rid the nature reserve of this invasive weed! Meet at the library at 6pm. More info: http://bit.ly/IV5WRd
Thursday 24th May 2012
10.30am – 11.00am
Baby Rhyme Time
Bradley Stoke Library, Fiddlers Wood Lane, Bradley Stoke, Bristol (map)
Come along and sing nursery rhymes, make lots of noise with musical instruments and meet other parents/carers. Free. More info: http://bit.ly/bs-library
Friday 25th May 2012
9.00am – 11.00am
Christ the King Coffee Morning
Church of Christ the King, Mautravers Close, Bradley Stoke, Bristol (map)
Everyone welcome for refreshments and a friendly chat in the church hall. No charge for refereshments – donations accepted. More info: http://bit.ly/cvmQoh
9.00am – 2.00pm
Bradley Stoke Farmers’ Market
Willow Brook Centre, Savages Wood Road, Bradley Stoke, Bristol (map)
The Farmers’ Market is a new addition to the town. The monthly markets will bring together producers from the surrounding countryside bringing a wide selection of locally grown/produced wares. In addition to the Farmers Market, there will be a small Artisan Market with locals offering arts and crafts and other locally produced goods.
More info: http://bit.ly/aZSWPA
9.30am – 3.00pm
Severnside Ramblers’ Walk: Spanorium Hill & Easter Compton
Aldi Car Park, Brook Way, Bradley Stoke, Bristol (map)
Gentle, apart from one climb. Nice views. A walk lasting about 2 hours. Meet in the Aldi car park – a car-sharing scheme is operated. More info: http://bit.ly/bq1Hxd
10.00am – 12.00pm
NCT Coffee Morning
Bradley Stoke Leisure Centre, Fiddlers Wood Lane, Bradley Stoke, Bristol (map)
Come along to meet other local parents – you do not need to be a member. All welcome – bumps, new babes, breastfed, formula fed, finger foods – whatever! More info: http://bit.ly/GXBPYA
7.00pm – 9.00pm
Medieval Song Concert
Winterbourne Medieval Barn, Church Lane, Winterbourne, Bristol (map)
Featuring Schola Cantorum of Bristol University under their Director, Dr Emma Hornby. A varied programme of sacred medieval song written for English nunneries and secular song celebrating spring and summer. The glorious medieval barn will provide a perfect setting for this programme. Refreshments appropriate to the period will be available during the interval. Tickets £8. More info: http://bit.ly/zQybEI
7.30pm – 9.30pm
Band Night: Little Intentions
Bradley Stoke Community School, Fiddlers Wood Lane, Bradley Stoke, Bristol (map)
Local student band Little Intentions have organised this gig to celebrate the launch of their first CD “Hard at Work”. Entry is £2. More info: http://on.fb.me/KscGo2
Saturday 26th May 2012
2.00pm – 4.00pm
Charity Football Match
Jubilee Centre, Savages Wood Road, Bradley Stoke, Bristol (map)
A selection of ex-professional football players taking on the might of Bradley Stoke Town FC, with all proceeds going to Heart FM’s ‘Have a Heart ‘ campaign. More info: http://bit.ly/IG3aS8
8.00pm – 11.00pm
Live Band: Walking by Myself
Baileys Court Inn, Baileys Court Road, Bradley Stoke, Bristol (map)
More info: http://bit.ly/sLvLaU
Sunday 27th May 2012
8.15am – 5.15pm
Severnside Ramblers’ Walk: Chedworth
Aldi Car Park, Brook Way, Bradley Stoke, Bristol (map)
Field & farm tracks with a few moderate ascents. A walk of about 15.5 miles. Meet in the Aldi car park – a car-sharing scheme is operated. More info: http://bit.ly/bq1Hxd
9.30am – 2.30pm
SCC Medium Distance Ride to Dyrham Park
Bradley Stoke Leisure Centre, Fiddlers Wood Lane, Bradley Stoke, Bristol (map)
A longer medium ride to Dyrham Park, near Bath. About 25 miles. Meet at the Leisure Centre. More info: http://bit.ly/bsj-scc
2.30pm – 5.00pm
Severnside Ramblers’ Walk: Starter Walk
Aldi Car Park, Brook Way, Bradley Stoke, Bristol (map)
Afternoon walk in local area. A walk of about 4 miles. Meet in the Aldi car park – a car-sharing scheme is operated. More info: http://bit.ly/bq1Hxd
Monday 28th May 2012
11.00am – 11.30am
Pre-School Story Time
Bradley Stoke Library, Fiddlers Wood Lane, Bradley Stoke, Bristol (map)
Come and listen to some stories, do some craft, borrow books from the library and meet other parents/carers. Free. More info: http://bit.ly/bs-library
7.30pm – 9.30pm
An Evening with Nigel Farage MEP
Bradley Stoke Community School, Fiddlers Wood Lane, Bradley Stoke, Bristol (map)
“It’s Time to Leave the EU” – An Evening with Nigel Farage MEP – Leader of the UK Independence Party (UKIP). You are invited to an evening with the most charismatic and plain speaking politician in British and European politics. Admission is free. More info: jcarver@ukip.org
Tuesday 29th May 2012
2.00pm – 4.00pm
Volunteering Drop-in Session
Bradley Stoke Library, Fiddlers Wood Lane, Bradley Stoke, Bristol (map)
Interested in volunteering? Then why not pop in for an informal chat with a volunteer advisor? More info: http://bit.ly/pfs-volunteering
Thursday 31st May 2012
10.30am – 11.00am
Baby Rhyme Time
Bradley Stoke Library, Fiddlers Wood Lane, Bradley Stoke, Bristol (map)
Come along and sing nursery rhymes, make lots of noise with musical instruments and meet other parents/carers. Free. More info: http://bit.ly/bs-library
Friday 1st June 2012
9.00am – 11.00am
Christ the King Coffee Morning
Church of Christ the King, Mautravers Close, Bradley Stoke, Bristol (map)
Everyone welcome for refreshments and a friendly chat in the church hall. No charge for refereshments – donations accepted. More info: http://bit.ly/cvmQoh
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Regular Events
Our What’s On calendar doesn’t include regular (e.g. weekly) events, such as:
Mondays
- Sports & Social Club for people living with dementia at Bradley Stoke Leisure Centre (Mondays 10am to 2pm, excluding public holidays)
- Storytime for pre-school children at Bradley Stoke Library (Mondays from 11 – 11:30am, term-time only)
- Bowlsand Green Gym Club at Bradley Stoke Leisure Centre (Mondays 4-5:45pm)
- Zumba Bristol Dance Class at Bradley Stoke Community School (Mondays 5:30pm & 6:45pm)
- Bristol Zumba Dance Class at Bradley Stoke Leisure Centre (Mondays 6-7pm)
Tuesdays
- Handprints Parent, Baby and Toddler Group (every Tuesday)
- Bouncing Babies – fun group time for under ones and their parents/carers – at the Jubilee Centre (Tuesdays 1-3pm)
- Youth Football on Patchway Common (every Tuesday)
- Body Conditioning Class at Meadowbrook School (Tuesdays 6-7pm)
- Meditation Group at the Jubilee Centre (every other Tuesday 7:30-9:30pm)
Wednesdays
- Free Maths Courses for Adults at Bradley Stoke Library (Wednesdays 9:15am – 12:15pm)
- Citizens’ Advice Bureau at the Jubilee Centre (Wednesdays 10am – noon)
- Police Beat Surgery at the Willow Brook Centre (Wednesdays 1 – 3pm)
- Family Roller Skating at Bradley Stoke Leisure Centre (Wednesdays 6:15 – 7:45pm)
- Men’s football at Bradley Stoke Community School – organised by Bradley Stoke Evangelical Church (Wednesdays 9 – 10pm, starting 3rd March 2010)
- Dance School Musical (dancing and cheerleading; ages 4 to 12) at Bradley Stoke Leisure Centre (Wednesdays 4 – 4:45pm)
- St John Ambulance Bradley Stoke Division meets at Holy Trinity Church
- Ballet classes at Bradley Stoke Community School – organised by Ballet Bristol (Wednesdays 7 – 8pm & 8pm – 10pm)
Thursdays
- Baby Rhyme Time at Bradley Stoke Library (Thurdays, except summer holidays, 10:30 – 11am)
- Bradley Stoke Green Gym (Thursdays 10am – 1pm)
- Bowlsand Green Gym Club at Bradley Stoke Leisure Centre (Mondays 4-5:45pm)
- Salsa classes at Bradley Stoke Leisure Centre (Thursdays 7:30pm, 8:30pm & 9:30pm)
- Zumba Fitness class at Bradley Stoke Community School (Thursdays 6pm)
Fridays
- Babies on Boobs Breastfeeding Support (every Friday)
- Bradley Stoke Farmers’ and Artisans’ Market at the Willow Brook Centre (last Friday of the month)
- Coffee Morning at the Church of Christ the King (every Friday)
- 4mation Youth Group (for 11-14s) at Church of Christ the King (most Fridays)
Sundays
- Bradley Stoke Car Boot Sale, Trench Lane (May to September)
Multi-day
- Bradley Stoke Youth Club (six times a week)
Other Sources of What’s On Information
Other sources of information about events in and around Bradley Stoke are:
- 1Big Database – a comprehensive directory of services for children and young people aged 0 – 20, parents, carers and professionals in Bath & North East Somerset, Bristol and South Gloucestershire
- Bradley Stoke Town Council
- 01454.com
- What’s on around Bradley Stoke – from WhereCanWeGo.com
Featured Events

Recent Bradley Stoke events featured in The Journal

10th October 2009 : Bradley Stoke Diwali Celebrations

10th October 2009 : Bradley Stoke Big Clean Up
Take a look at our Bradley Stoke Photos page for the latest Bradley Stoke images.
What’s on further afield
- What’s On in Patchway (Patchway Journal)
- What’s On in Stoke Gifford (Stoke Gifford Journal)
- What’s On in Filton (Filton Journal)
- Things to do in the Bristol area (BBC Bristol)
Bristol What’s On
From Guide2Bristol
- Bristol Good Food Awards 2012 for restaurants, delis&cafes shortlist announced (17 May 2012)
Bristol Good Food Awards 2012 for restaurants, delis&cafes shortlist announced - Art Fund Prize Shortlist disappointment for Bristol M Shed (17 May 2012)
Art Fund Prize Shortlist disappointment for Bristol M Shed - Bristol Southmead Hospital maternity team selected for volunteering scheme (16 May 2012)
Bristol Southmead Hospital maternity team selected for volunteering scheme - Bristol vocalists invited to £50K Open Mic UK contest (16 May 2012)
Bristol vocalists invited to 50K Open Mic UK contest - The Station Bristol youth project boosted by grant from Merchant Venturers (16 May 2012)
The Station Bristol youth project boosted by grant from Merchant Venturers









