Road to River - Bristol Circular 2025!

On Sunday 10th May, we were pleased to see 45 runners from a number of our valued corporates sign up to the Bristol 10k and Half Marathon to raise money for Young Bristol!

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The Great Bristol runs, set off from the heart of Bristol's City Centre, and lapped around some of the cities most iconic landmarks, with the race being known for its scenic views.

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It was amazing to see teams from our valued corporate partners, including AECOM, Leggwork, New Work Trust, Sandersons and The Bristol Hotel preparing and fundraising for their challenges!

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“Taking part in the Bristol Half / 10k was a brilliant day for everyone at Leggwork. We wanted to support YB because the work you do with young people in the city has a real, lasting impact on their futures, and it is important for us to give something back to the communities we work in. The atmosphere on the day was amazing, and it was great to see our team come together for such a positive cause.”

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said Justin, Director from Leggwork

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“Proud to have taken part alongside some of our team members at The Bristol in the Bristol 10K and Half Marathon in support of YB. We’re excited to be working with them this year, with our team able to use their Step Forward day to support charitable causes; whether that’s spending time at their centres or getting involved in fundraising activities.”

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added Mehmet Kandemir, General Manager, The Bristol

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Thank you to the 45 runners who took part in both Bristol 10k and Half Marathons to raise money for Young Bristol - we appreciate your ongoing support!

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If you are interested in taking part in a third party fundraising event for Young Bristol, click here and learn how you can help fundraise for us!

We are pleased to share that the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta has chosen Young Bristol as their official charity partner, marking the beginning of a three‑year partnership that will build towards a pair of landmark anniversaries in 2028.

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The partnership will begin in 2026 and will run for three years, until 2028, culminating in the Fiesta’s 50th anniversary, which coincides with Young Bristol’s 100th year of supporting young people across the city.

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To celebrate the start of this incredible partnership, a hot air balloon visited BS14 Youth Club, offering young people from across our Community Youth Club network and Outdoor Employment Programme, families, local ward councillors and staff a rare, behind‑the‑scenes introduction to the world of ballooning. Young people and their families helped tether the balloon, pack it away, and spoke directly with pilots and crew about ballooning as both a sport and a potential career pathway.

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“We’re incredibly grateful to have been chosen as the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta charity partner for the next three years, which will see us celebrate both Young Bristol’s 100^th and the Fiesta’s 50^th anniversaries.

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Young Bristol is dedicated to enabling young people to build brighter futures, and is rooted in some of Bristol’s most deprived communities. The partnership will allow us to open doors for young people to discover new career opportunities, grow their confidence and develop essential life skills through structured visits in our community venues and on-site engagement at the Fiesta.

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We’re excited to see what’s to come across the three‑year partnership, and look forward to broadening horizons, raising aspirations and creating a lasting impact during Bristol’s famous heritage event.”

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said His Majesty's Vice Lord Lieutenant Lee Williams DL, Chief Executive at Young Bristol

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In 2026, our partnership with Bristol International Balloon Fiesta will focus on opening doors for young people to gain experiences within the ballooning industry, helping them understand how the sport works and the many roles involved beyond the moment of flight. From engineering and logistics to creative production and live events, the collaboration will shine a light on the pathways that sit behind one of Bristol’s most distinctive global industries.

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During the Fiesta on Friday 7th August - Sunday 9th August, Young Bristol plan to create a brand‑new 'Young Bristol Hub', where we hope to feature our Youth Club on Wheels, a climbing wall, live performances, creative workshops and sport taster sessions, offering hands‑on activities for young people and families throughou tthe three‑day event.

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We would like to share a huge thanks to the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta for their incredible support. Find out other ways that you can support Young Bristol here!

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Photographs taken by Linda Meaton Photography

On Sunday 26th April, we were pleased to see Aaron from Unite Students sign up to the London Marathon to raise money for Young Bristol!

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The London Marathon is a 26.2 mile annual marathon held in London, and is a largely flat course is set around the River Thames, starting in Blackheath and finishing at The Mall.

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"The London Marathon was amazing! I think the best experience of my life. I got my sub-5 hour target and I'm so happy with the £1,000 I raised - thank you for the support behind the scenes!"

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said Aaron Ruse, London Marathon runner

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It has been amazing to see Aaron prepare for his exciting challenge, all while fundraising for our young people. Thank you to Aaron for taking part in the London Marathon to raise money for young people across Bristol - we appreciate your incredible support!

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If you are interested in taking part in a third party fundraising event for Young Bristol, click here and learn how you can help fundraise for us!

We are delighted to announce that we will be hosting our annual Golf Day & Dinner 2026! If you are a business in the South West with some keen golfers or an ethos for supporting local charities, this is the event for you!

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When: Thursday 18th June 2026, arrival from 8:00am for a 9:30am tee off

Where: Tall Pines Golf Club, Cooks Bridle Path, Bristol, BS48 3DJ

£300 per team of 4 - sponsorship opportunities available!

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After the success of our Golf Day & Dinner 2025, we are pleased to welcome 18 teams to take part in raising vital funds for Bristol's children and young people. Our Golf Day & Dinner offers the perfect opportunity to network with other local businesses, whilst supporting the excellent work that Young Bristol does across the city!

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Ticket prices include a bacon roll and hot drinks on arrival, refreshments at halfway house and a 1 course-meal after the golf. We are also offering a fun package of competitions including Longest Drive, Nearest the Pin and Putting Competition!

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If you would like to sign up your team, please get in touch by emailing info@youngbristol.com!

On Friday 27th March 2026, we were pleased to host our annual Night Hike. This activity was on offer for all young people across our Community Youth Club network to take part in!

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17 young people participated in our Night Hike from four of our community venues, racing against each other to complete the course. It was great to see teams take part from our Youth Clubs across the city: Ashton Vale Club for Young People, Avon Youth Club, Sea Mills Boys and Girls Club and Youth Club on Wheels Hengrove!

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All young people worked well together in their chosen teams to complete the Night Hike with incredible finish times - with some of these young people having minimal experience in hiking! Congratulations to all the young people who took part and completed this years Night Hike!

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For some of our young people, it was their first time exploring the Mendip Hills, and the challenge gave them the opportunity to try new outdoor activities. It was amazing to see the group develop new skills, take part in experiences they have not tried before, and supporting one another throughout the hike.

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If you are interested in joining one of Young Bristol's programmes, events or competitions, click here to find out more!

This month, Young Bristol were pleased to receive an egg-staordinary, generous donation from local construction recruitment company, Leggwork!

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Leggwork have been a valued supporter of Young Bristol since 2021. They have provided financial donations, in-kind support and have regularly volunteered at our Community Youth Clubs. The team have also kindly supported us through numerous fundraising events.

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Young Bristol were amazed to receive a generous donation of over 680 Easter eggs from Leggwork. These Easter eggs will be distributed to young people across our Community Youth Club network, including those attending our Holiday Clubs and Open Access sessions this month!

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"Donating Easter eggs to Young Bristol has been a great tradition we've had at Leggwork since we started over 5 years ago. We want to play a small part in the amazing work that Young Bristol do for young people and the community. It means everything to be able to feel we've played apart in making young people's lives better around Easter time!"

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Justin, Director at Leggwork

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Thank you to Leggwork for your kind donation! If you would also like to help us support young people across Bristol, click here and find out more!

On Thursday 26th March, Young Bristol were delighted to host our first 'Dinner for Young Futures, sponsored by Origin Workspace'. We invited over 100 guests to The Pony Chew Valley, to enjoy a delicious dinner.

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This special dining experience brought together over 100 guests from local businesses and supporters, who all helped us to raise £10,000 for our work with Bristol’s children and young people, and to celebrate 98 years of the charity delivering life changing opportunities across the city.

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Our Dinner for Young Futures took place at The Pony Chew Valley, where the event saw an incredible evening featuring a 3-course dinner, inspirational speakers and stories that highlight the impact of our work across the city.

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The event welcomed supporters and key individuals who have been impacted by, and seen first-hand, the long-term, positive effects of Young Bristol's programmes and services. It was great to hear from Dan Lee, Young Person of the Year 2025; Kat Katuszka, Senior Youth Leader at BS14 Youth Club; AJ Holstein, Young Bristol Supporter and Shannon Ringland, Young Bristol Trustee, who all spoke about their experience with Young Bristol.

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"I attended one of Young Bristol’s youth clubs as a young person. I have many fond memories, and most of them involve the pure fun that I had with my friends. The memories that stand out the most is the support I received from the Youth Workers, their guidance and the safe space. So, when I became a Youth Worker it was only natural for me to draw on those positive experiences."

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said Kat Katuszka, Senior Youth Leader at BS14 Youth Club.

On Sunday 15th March, we were pleased to see Oli from Unite Students and four employees from Istoria Group sign up to the Bath Half Marathon to raise money for Young Bristol!

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The Bath Half Marathon is a 13 mile race, with the course following a two-lap route through the heart of Bath. The race is known for its scenic views and great spectator support, being one of the UK's most popular races.

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"This was my first half marathon, so it was brilliant to see how many people came out to support all the runners. Their support (and hi-fives), running with my lovely mum and knowing what an amazing cause I was supporting is what made me achieve a time that was well under my goal."

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said Oli Blacklidge ,Bath Half Marathon runner

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It has been amazing to see the five participants prepare for their exciting challenge, all while fundraising for our young people.

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Thank you to all our participants for taking part in the Bath Half Marathon to raise money for young people across Bristol - we appreciate your incredible support!

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If you are interested in taking part in a third party fundraising event for Young Bristol, click here and learn how you can help fundraise for us!

On Saturday 7th March, we were pleased to see James and Olie sign up to the Green Man Ultra Marathon to raise money for Young Bristol!

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The Green Man Ultra is a 30 or 45-mile ultramarathon that loops around the city of Bristol, following the Community Forest Path. The event is ran twice a year, with the winter event often featuring muddy conditions.

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It has been amazing to see James and Olie prepare for this exciting challenge, all while fundraising for our young people.

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Thank you to both of our participants for taking part in the Green Man Ultra Marathon - we appreciate your incredible support!

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If you are interested in taking part in a third party fundraising event for Young Bristol, click here and learn how you can help fundraise for us!