Social Activities
Whether it’s having a chat, doing some group exercise or reading a book, it’s important to keep mind and body stimulated. Here are some ideas to get you started.
BOPF is a free membership organisation. Members are welcome to attend bi-monthly Open Forum Meetings in central Bristol (and online). We also run bi-monthly online Meet Up Mornings, My Music, My Memories and Me! and other socials.
All events are free and promoted in our newsletter and on this website. Follow BOPF Facebook page to hear about our activity and other interesting events in Bristol.
We work closely with other community organisations offering on an ongoing programme of events for people of all ages. We regularly promote their activities for older people on our Facebook page
- Avonmouth Community Centre
- Bristol Drugs Project
- BS3 Community
- Eastside Community Trust who run Easton Community Centre
- Hillfields Community Garden
- Lockleaze Neighbourhood Trust
- Redcatch Community Garden
- Shirehampton Public Hall
- Southmead Development Trust
- St Werburghs Community Centre
- Wellspring Settlement
The community organisations above were part of the larger Welcoming Spaces (Bristol City Council) network. Many of the organisations still offer activities and support, so take a look at the webpage for the latest information.
Alive support the Elders Project which consists of three social clubs attended predominantly by the Afro-Caribbean community. Two of the groups are based in Easton and the third is based in St Paul’s, Bristol at the Malcolm X centre.
Bristol u3a is for people what to keep active in mind and body, enjoy socialising and are no longer in full time employment.
Friends Ageing Better (Age UK Bristol) run social groups for older people across Bristol as part of the Linkage Network that promotes activities and events across the West of England for people aged 55+. Age UK Bristol have created a useful directory of events for over 50’s in different parts of Bristol. You can download a PDF version below. Get in touch with AgeUK Bristol if you want a printed copy.
Reengage and Marmalade Trust offer activities and support to older people to reduce loneliness at Christmas and throughout the year.
Rest Less is a free digital community for people in their 50s, 60s and beyond. They offer content, guidance and resources on a range of topics spanning Work and Careers, Volunteering, Learning, Money, Health, Lifestyle and Relationships.
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