A moving memorial quilt created by the Bristol Star Stitchers at the Vassall Community Hub will be displayed at Bristol Cathedral before travelling to London to join the national Grenfell Memorial Quilt project. The 12ft x 12ft textile panel has been created by the Bristol Star Stitchers, a community group that came together in response to a national call from Grenfell survivors and bereaved families. The project honours the 72 people who lost their lives, as well as those wh

A new partnership between Props and Fix It Forward is helping transform more than just gardens - it's creating new opportunities for people with learning disabilities to develop skills, contribute to their community, and make a real difference. Fix It Forward, led by The Vassall Community Hub and Bristol Charities, brings together volunteers and local partners to help people in Fishponds whose homes and gardens have become difficult to maintain. Whether it's clearing overgrow

Last Friday, we were delighted to welcome local residents, community groups and partners to a special Hope Café event at the Vassall Community Hub - a morning all about kindness, connection and community. The event was part of the national A Million Acts of Hope campaign, which celebrates the everyday acts of care and support happening in communities across the UK. Here at the Hub, we see those moments every day - whether it’s neighbours helping one another, people sharing a

Helen from Brainworks Hypnotherapy leads free Monday morning relaxation sessions from 9:30–10:15 at the Vassall Community Hub. In this guest post, she reflects on the sessions and shares feedback from those who attend. For the past year, I’ve been running a mindfulness and relaxation group in the community where my clinic is based. When I first set it up, I had no idea what to expect or, more honestly, whether anyone would actually come. I kept the structure simple: sharing “

We’re delighted to welcome back the Community Artists’ Fair to the Vassall Community Hub this summer - taking place on Saturday 27 June 2026, 10:00am - 4:00pm. This much-loved Arts & Crafts Market continues to grow, bringing together local artists, makers and the community for a relaxed day celebrating creativity, connection and sustainability. Entry is free, making it open and accessible to everyone. New Kids Area This edition introduces a dedicated Kids Area, making the fai

Women in the local community have two new opportunities to get moving as new dance sessions start at the Vassall Community Hub. Created by local women and supported through the Hub’s Grassroots Grants programme, the classes are designed to be relaxed, welcoming, and open to women looking for a fun way to stay active and connect with others. Bringing the evening energy is Kinetic Femme Women’s Dance , running on the first Tuesday of every month from 7:45pm to 8:45pm . The form

Every year, “Blue Monday” is talked about as the day when January feels at its heaviest - the cold weather, financial pressures after Christmas, and the long wait for spring. Whether or not there’s any science behind the idea*, many people do find this time of year particularly hard. For a lot of us, winter can heighten feelings of loneliness, isolation and disconnection. At the Vassall Centre and our Community Hubs, we see first-hand how these feelings don’t just appear on

The Vassall Community Hub Christmas Tree this season welcomed the hopes, dreams, and festive messages of people from the local area. The tree was first brought along to Carols on the Green , where members of the community were invited to write down their wishes anonymously and hang them on the tree. After the event, it was placed outside the Hub team office, and has continued to gain more wishes from visitors over the festive period. The wishes reflect a wide range of sentime

Celebrating International Day of Persons with Disabilities When you visit the Vassall Centre (or the Vassall Community Hub within it), you will notice a change that has taken place over the past two years. Gone are the quiet corridors and siloed offices; the Centre is now a hubbub of energy, people from different organisations are more likely to be greeting each other and working together, and the corridors throng with people from all walks of life. If you sit in the café,

The Vassall Community Hub is pleased to share that free period products are available in the toilets used by the Hub and across the Vassall Centre , provided by Period Friendly Places . These products are available for anyone who may need them, helping to make the Hub and Centre spaces more inclusive, supportive, and accessible . By ensuring that essential sanitary products are accessible, the Hub aims to reduce barriers and create a welcoming environment for all residents a

The Vassall Hub Autumn Family Event brought together local families for a warm, creative evening that turned even the rainiest weather into something special. Unlike the Hub’s larger seasonal fairs, this was a smaller, family-focused gathering , designed to give parents, carers, and children a chance to spend time together, get creative, and enjoy some autumn fun in a relaxed setting. The craft room was buzzing with imagination – children made colourful autumn headbands wi

Georgia's garden was very overgrown The Fix It Forward initiative is all about making a practical difference in people’s lives. Through the collaboration of The Vassall Community Hub, Bristol Charities, Life Church Bristol, The Noise and other local partners, we’re bringing together volunteers with DIY and gardening skills, heaps of enthusiasm, and a shared passion for helping our community thrive. Our goal is simple: to transform gardens and homes for those who need a hand,

The Vassall Community Hub is proud to introduce three new Community Activators for Frome Vale - local residents who are stepping up to support neighbours, spark new ideas, and help build a stronger, friendlier community. A big part of their role will be encouraging people to make use of the Grassroots Grants - small pots of funding designed to help local people bring their ideas to life. The grants are simple, flexible, and all about trying something new that brings neighbo

The Vassall Centre is more than just a building, it’s a thriving hub of organisations working every day to support communities, champion inclusion, and create positive change. In this series, we’re shining a spotlight on some of the incredible tenants based at the Centre, hearing their stories, celebrating their impact, and learning what makes this place so special to them. From long-standing charities to emerging grassroots groups, these interviews offer a glimpse into the

Circular ArtSpace, a not-for-profit Bristol art gallery dedicated to supporting emerging and under-represented artists, is delighted to...

Local families enjoyed a fun start to the summer holidays at the Vassall Hub Summer Picnic, held at Oldbury Court Estate on Wednesday...

The team at the Vassall Community Hub wants to say a huge thank you to everyone who joined us for our Community Action Day on Saturday...

Local space offers support, connection and a cuppa for unpaid carers in Fishponds A brand-new Carers Community Café is launching at...

As part of the UK-wide celebrations for Volunteers’ Week 2025 , Bristol Charities is inviting local residents to a special event at the...

We love transformation. We love the moment the curtains are drawn back, and someone walks into a space that finally feels like home. But here’s the truth: a fresh coat of paint is never the end of the story.