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We are incredibly proud to announce that Reece Pennington-Field, Young Leader and young person at BS14 Youth Club, was awarded the 'Young Person of the Year' award at the NABGC Awards Evening 2025!

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The 'Young Person of the Year' Award is presented to a young person, aged 11-25, who has displayed a strong committment to their local club, its values, and the programmes they deliver. The award also looks for young people who have volunteered or shown leadership at their club.

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We would like to congratulate Reece from BS14 Youth Club's 'Looked After Children session', who was awarded the 'Young Person of the Year' Award at the NABGC Awards Ceremony 2025!

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Reece is an active member of BS14 Youth Club's 'Looked After Children' sessions, and has acted as a Young Volunteer at the clubs junior sessions since April 2024. Reece was nominated for the 'Young Person of the Year' Award after taking on a natural leadership role, where he has helped staff to run tuck shop and supported his peers. He also lends a listening ear and comforting words to new young people who join the sessions, allowing them a comforting space to talk about their situation, and uses his own experiences as example.

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On busy evenings, the club will always see Reece go above and beyond to help staff at the club, where he will always offer to help set up tuck, hand out or cook food for other members and wash up. Since spending time working with our Juniors, Reece has changed his pathway and is now studying Health and Social Care, working towards completing his Level 1 & 2 Youth Work qualifications. His long-term goal is to become a Youth Worker at his Youth Club!

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Reece's foster carer said:

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"Reece is nothing short of a real-life superhero, and we are beyond proud to have had the privilege of watching him grow into such a compassionate and thoughtful young man. Witnessing Reece walk this remarkable path has been an honour. We couldn’t be prouder of him and all he has accomplished."

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Young Bristol would also like to recognise Owen and Romaine who were nominated for the 'Outstanding Leader of the Year' Award as well as Mason who was nominated for the 'Young Person of the Year' Award this year.

On Saturday 13th September, Young Bristol were pleased to attend Tockington Manor Schools 'Russell Run', raising money for the young people we support across Bristol!

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Tockington Manor Schools 'Russell Run' is a 5km fun run, jog or walk that was open to all members of the family around the schools 28 acres of land. The event was named after a beloved former teacher.

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The Russell Run celebrated the start of the school year, inviting the schools students, families, staff, alumni and dogs to come together in fancy dress and take part in the event. It was great to see a day full of excitement, laughter and fun.

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Tockington Manor School have kindly chosen Young Bristol as their 'Charity of the Year' for the 2025-26 school year. As part of this partnership, they also plan to host a Christmas Fair, Christmas Jumper Day, Carol Service, a school triathlon day, a Disney Day and a number of non-uniform days.

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Thank you to everyone at Tockington Manor School that has helped to make the first fundraising event of the year a success. We look forward to working with you throughout the school year!

On Sunday 14th September, we were pleased to see Walter Thompson sign up to the Bristol Half Ironman Triathlon to raise money for Young Bristol!

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The Ironman 70.3 is a 70.3 mile triathlon that consists of participants swimming 1.2 miles swim, cycling 56 miles and running a half marathon to finish.

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"The triathlon went well despite the awful weather! I'm very happy with the achievement and quite relieved it's over - especially the run was very tough indeed."

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It has been amazing to see Walter prepare for the triathlon by running a number of half marathons whilst wearing a Young Bristol running vest, to raise extra awareness for our work! Thank you Walter for taking part in the Bristol Half Ironman Triathlon in aid of Young Bristol this month! Support his fundraising page here.

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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 the appointment of Simon Long, Club Leader at The Grove @ Bedminster Down!

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Simon has worked with young people across South Bristol for the past 5 years, where he gave up his career in construction to help inspire young people! During his time supporting young people, he founded Hartcliffe BMX, with the aim of helping to keep young people fit and active, and has also worked with our Hartcliffe Club for Young People, where he progressed from a sessional youth worker to the club’s Leader.

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Simon now joins us as Club Leader at The Grove @ Bedminster Down, where he is excited to engage with young people in a new community!

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We hope you will join us in welcoming Simon to the Young Bristol team! Find out more about our team here!

Young Bristol are delighted to be shortlisted for the 'Community Impact' and 'Business Leader of the Year' categories at the South West Business of the Year Awards 2025!

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The South West Business of the Year Awards celebrates the very best business successes from across the region. The shortlisted and winning businesses are those that are innovating, disrupting and thriving – and want to showcase their achievements.

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Young Bristol has been shortlisted for the 'Community Impact' award for 2025, which highlights businesses or individuals in the region that have demonstrated a commitment to ‘giving something back’, through CSR initiatives or charitable activities. Young Bristol has a legacy spanning nearly a century, and is an organisation that is continually evolving to meet the needs of Bristol’s youth. During the last year, we continued to provide safe spaces, skills training, and life-changing experiences that supported thousands of young people to thrive. 

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We are also thrilled to share that Young Bristol's Chief Executive, Lee Williams DL, has been nominated by the judges of the Awards for the 'Business Leader of the Year', which showcases the most impressive business leaders from nominated businesses. 

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Thank you to the South West Business of the Year Awards for recognising the fantastic work of Young Bristol, and the passionate, hard-working and dedicated people behind the organisation. Our team look forward to attending the Awards Ceremony later this year.

Are you looking to take part in exciting activities this month? Young Bristol have a range of activities, events and opportunities for young people and the wider community! Find out below what's on in your local area this month!

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Film Competition

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Create a short film, no longer than 5 minutes long, following the theme of ‘when I grow up’. Maximum of 4 young people per entry. Prizes include a private screening of your film in October at The Sheds, a tour of The Sheds media facilities, £15 Amazon gift voucher and your film to be shared on Young Bristol's social media.

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When: Monday 1st September-Saturday 27th September

For: Ages 8-19

How to enter: email your video to jbt@youngbristol.com via WeTransfer or Drop Box

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Outdoor Employment Programme Introduction Evening

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Our Outdoor Employment Programme are recruiting for new trainees! This session will be a classroom based information evening to explain more about the Outdoor Employment Programme and working in the outdoors industry. There will be an opportunity to sign up to the programme during the evening.

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When: Thursday 4th September

Where: Pooles Wharf Outdoor Activity Centre

For: Ages 16-25

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Also this month...

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Community Youth Clubs - For 8 – 19 year olds and are located in many areas across Bristol, open up to 5 nights per week. Each Club offers a safe and inclusive environment, staffed by caring, trained adults. Click here to find out more.

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Outdoor Employment Programme - Our free programme for young people aged 16-25 helps to develop new skills and gain nationally recognised qualifications in a variety of outdoor activities. Click here to find out more.

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Youth Club on Wheels - Our mobile youth service works with young people aged 8-19 in hard-to-reach areas of the city and rural areas where there is currently no youth provision. Click here to find out more.

We are delighted to announce the appointment of Lucrezia Chiarle, Youth Club on Wheels Assistant Youth Leader!

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Lucrezia has worked with young people through creative, community and care-based roles over the years. With a background in the arts, she brings a passion for self-expression, DIY crafts, and inclusive spaces into her youth work. As a multidisciplinary artist and community organiser, she uses creativity as a tool for connection, storytelling, and identity exploration. Since 2017 Lucrezia has led workshops, participatory events, and group sessions focused on ecological and social issues, through art and collective making, often working with themes of transition, empowerment, and emotional wellbeing.

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She joined Young Bristol with a strong belief in the power of community spaces to support young people in discovering their voice and potential.

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We hope you will join us in welcoming Lucrezia to the Young Bristol team! Find out more about our team here!

On Saturday 16th August, we were pleased to see Louis, Young Bristol's Fundraising Coordinator, as well as Ersin and Gavin from Ergo Chair sign up to the South West Tough Mudder to raise money for Young Bristol!

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The Tough Mudder South West is a challenging obstacle course that takes place at Badminton Estate, where participants naviagte a variety of obstacles, including icy water, thick mud, rope climbs, fire, and electricity shocks.

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It has been amazing to see Louis as well as Ersin and Gavin from Ergo Chair prepare for this exciting challenge, all while fundraising for our young people.

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Thank you to all three of our participants for taking part in the South West Tough Mudder - we appreciate your ongoing support! If you would like to support our participants continued fundraising, click on of the links below

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• Ersin and Gavin - Ergo Chair
• Louis - Young Bristol

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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!

Are you looking to take part in exciting activities this month? Young Bristol have a range of activities, events and opportunities for young people and the wider community! Find out below what's on in your local area this month!

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Holiday Clubs

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During the Summer, we have a number of Holiday Activities and opportunities on offer for all young people to enjoy, with a focus on those in receipt of free school meals. Each session, all young people will receive a free hot, healthy meal! Find out more about our sessions here!

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When: Monday 4th August- Friday 29th August

Where: Various Community Youth Clubs

For: Ages 8-19

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Outdoor Activities

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Our Outdoor Activity Programme will be running half day, full day and multi day Holiday Clubs across the Summer! Take part in our offer of up to 16 water and land based activities! Places are limited and need to be booked in advance. Click here to secure your place!

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When: Friday 1st August- Friday 29th August

Where: Pooles Wharf Outdoor Activity Centre

For: Ages 8-16

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Interclub Football Tournament

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Our Interclub Football Tournament will see Community Youth Club teams come together to compete head-to-head in Junior and Senior competitions, hoping to win the YB Football trophy for summer 2025!

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When: Thursday 14th August

For: Ages 8-16

How to enter: speak to your Club Leader or email for more details!

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Watersports Day

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Our Watersports Day will see teams from across our Community Youth Club network compete in kayaking and paddleboarding games and challenges, gathering points in the hopes of their Club coming first place!

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When: Thursday 28th August

For: Ages 8-16

How to enter: speak to your Club Leader or email for more details!

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Also this month...

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Community Youth Clubs - For 8 – 19 year olds and are located in many areas across Bristol, open up to 5 nights per week. Each Club offers a safe and inclusive environment, staffed by caring, trained adults. Click here to find out more.

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Outdoor Employment Programme - Our free programme for young people aged 16-25 helps to develop new skills and gain nationally recognised qualifications in a variety of outdoor activities. Click here to find out more.

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Youth Club on Wheels - Our mobile youth service works with young people aged 8-19 in hard-to-reach areas of the city and rural areas where there is currently no youth provision. Click here to find out more.