The Vench

We’re the Vench, Lockleaze, an adventure playground, youth & community centre run by @GwkSouth helping young people meet, play & learn. Part of Playful Bristol.

[The Vench @The_Vench]

@jackthorne @JohnCleese Another call out to @JohnCleese who opened our beloved adventure playground 1972, to please come along to our party celebrating our 50th year this August!!??🎈🎉 (Image shows John Cleese and young people of Lockleaze on the day of opening The Vench)

[The Vench @The_Vench]

Its the Vench's 50th Birthday this year, and to celebrate we are having a party on August 31st !!! 🎉🎊🎈They'll be food, games, music and exhibitions showing the history of our beautiful adventure playground. Will you come and celebrate with us @jackthorne & @JohnCleese ?🤞🤞

[The Vench @The_Vench]

☀️ LOCKLEAZE COMMUNITY SUMMER FEAST ☀️
We are so excited to be hosting this FREE community event on SUN 3RD JULY 11am-2pm.
The playground will be open, there will be lunch, circus&music!
Children must be accompanied by an adult. RSVP your place [email protected]

[The Vench @The_Vench]

***CLOSURE ANNOUNCEMENT!***
The Vench will be closed for one week from this Wednesday 22nd until Wednesday the 29th.
We are closing due to staff shortages, and staff training! We're sorry for any inconveniences this may cause.

[The Vench @The_Vench]

Just posted a photo @ The Vench - Lockleaze Adventure Playground https://t.co/7HeHcCKeBH

[Bristol City Council @BristolCouncil]

We now have the highest rates of infection in Bristol that we have seen throughout this pandemic.

We need you to:
• Wear a face covering indoors and in crowded areas, like shops and public transport
• Give one another space
• Ventilate indoor areas

#WeAreBristol

[The Vench @The_Vench]

Our lovely #IMPACT team are recruiting for someone to lead on delivering cultural, creative and green sessions for #refugees and #migrants in #Bristol. Find out more below or get in touch with us at [email protected]
https://t.co/biwYBf0OlE
@GwkSouth

[The Vench @The_Vench]

Read all about our Walk & Talk project with Charlie supporting #lockleaze mums with their mental health!

[WesportAP @wesportap]

Our latest blog is centred around an inspiring person through lockdown. Charlie Hartley-Hodge was a standout for the work she has done over the last year with ActiveBeing, supported by TIF.

Learn about Charlie's journey and work here! ⬇️
@The_Vench
https://t.co/Er9xacHCbl

[Groundwork South @GwkSouth]

Free information session about the #CovidVaccine.

IMPACT is running an advice session for refugees and non-EU migrants, in #Bristol, to learn more about the #COVID19 vaccine and answer any questions.

To learn more or register, contact [email protected]/07736133059

[The Vench @The_Vench]

Do you have a smartphone you're no longer using? Consider donating to @BristolCoS, who are then donating them to @GwkSouth's #IMPACT programme so we can support #refugees. You can drop them off here at The Vench or post them to @BristolCoS - more information below👇

[Bristol CityofSanctuary @BristolCoS]

Today is #DLDay2021 -this year has both highlighted importance of online learning & exposed the digital divide. IMPACT deliver programmes such as language & employability skills - if you have an old smartphone pls donate so people can access these sessions https://t.co/3pLcPKTxQ7

[The Vench @The_Vench]

If you know any #refugees in the #Bristol area who might be interested in joining us for some creative, cultural sessions whilst practising English and meeting new people online, please get in touch - find out more about the #IMPACT programme here: https://t.co/CPQf9LFNYE

[Groundwork South @GwkSouth]

Our IMPACT participants were busy making holiday cards during the last 'Create' session of 2020. What do you think?

If you know any #refugees or settled non-EU #migrants living in #SouthWest England and want to refer them to our 2021 sessions, click here: https://t.co/39WniCllAI

[Communities Prepared @CommunitiesPrep]

Happy New Year! If you're looking for a new & exciting opportunity working in #community resilience, take a look at our new Development Officer role. Join us to shape the future of the Communities Prepared programme. Application deadline is 10/01: https://t.co/nBlk1OIvyb

[Groundwork South @GwkSouth]

We're recruiting! Fancy joining the IMPACT team in #Bristol as a part-time Senior Outreach Officer? Download the job description and application form from our website here: https://t.co/pwvZb7sZu9 #charityjobs #charitycareers

[The Vench @The_Vench]

Groundwork South are #hiring for a new Senior Outreach Officer to work on our #refugee #integration programme, IMPACT. Find out more below or email [email protected]

[Groundwork South @GwkSouth]

We're recruiting! Fancy joining the IMPACT team in Bristol as a part-time Senior Outreach Officer? Download the job description and application form from our website here: https://t.co/MCpWHNg2vz

#charityjobs #charitycareers

[North Bristol Advice @NBACBristol]

North Bristol mums with young children! Future Me gives tailor-made #careers advice to help you get you access the training and qualifications you need to get the job YOU want. Have a chat with Lavern 07936 943 583 to find out more https://t.co/NNk1LGMN7z

[The Vench @The_Vench]

Thanks for all the help @BishopstonSC ♥️

[The Vench @The_Vench]

@QuartetCF @RuthLaugharne @NorthBristolFB @ebechurch @LockleazeHub @QuartetCF This one - https://t.co/jMu4IbwugE

[The Vench @The_Vench]

Do you know any #refugees or non-EU #migrants who need support settling into their lives in #Bristol?

@GwkSouth’s #IMPACT team offer free English classes, employment advice, and cultural sessions online.

Find out more: https://t.co/CPQf9LFNYE

[The Vench @The_Vench]

@outdoorperscrip @BrisParksForum @bristolparks @LockleazeHub @Creative_Youth will be running sessions for 11-19year olds too. More details to follow once they have finalised their plans.