Young Bristol Announced as New Partner of 224 Youth Zone

Young Bristol are delighted to be hosting our ‘Dinner for Young Futures’.

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This special dining experience will bring together local businesses and supporters to raise vital funds for our work with Bristol’s children and young people - celebrating 98 years of delivering life changing opportunities.

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More details about the event:

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• Thursday 26th March 2026, 6:45pm
• The Orangery Dining Room at The Pony Chew Magna, BS40 8TQ
• Tickets: £98 per person

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Ticket prices include a selection of canapés on arrival, a delicious three-course dinner and welcome drinks and wine on the table. The evening will include speakers; giving guests the opportunity to hear from those who have been supported and positively impacted by the fantastic work of Young Bristol. The event also offers fantastic networking opportunities with like-minded individuals, in support of a great cause.

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To book your tickets and find out more information, click here!

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Why support Young Bristol:

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Our youth workers are there for young people when they need them – listening, mentoring, and offering opportunities that help build confidence and brighter futures.

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Many young people face challenges no child should have to navigate: poverty, isolation, family difficulties, and the daily effects of the cost-of-living crisis. And demand for Young Bristol’s services continues to grow.

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Without a warm, safe building and a trusted youth worker inside it, there is no club, no conversation, no positive change.

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You already know the difference Young Bristol makes; and it is your belief in our work that has carried us through many years and allowed us to provide a lifeline to those who need it most. By supporting Young Bristol, you will help ensure that our doors remain open, our youth workers remain present, and young people continue to have somewhere they belong.

Young Bristol are proud to announce the 12 finalists for our 'Young Person of the Year' Award 2025!

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The 'Young Person of the Year' award recognises the amazing achievements of young people across the city, that attend our sessions and programmes. Only twelve finalists were chosen for this years Award. Congratulations to all the young people who were selected as finalists this year!

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At our Awards and Celebration Evening, the winner of the ‘Young Person of the Year’ Award 2025 will be announced and receive an incredible prize package.

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Our 2025 finalists:

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Corey

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Corey, 12, has attended Hartcliffe Club for Young People since 2023. Corey is an enthusiastic, committed young person, who shows fantastic engagement through sports! His resilience, positive attitude and determination shines through, and continues to grow the more he attends the club. Corey's confidence and maturity allows him to build trusting relationships with both staff and young people at the club, and sets a strong example to those around him.

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Dan

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Dan, 20, has been a member of Outdoor Employment Programme since 2023, joining after being a part of our Kayak Club in 2022. Starting as a quiet, reserved individual, the Outdoor Activities team now see Dan brimming with confidence, and has become a true outdoorsman. He is a huge asset to the team at Pooles Wharf, regularly volunteering at our Gig Club, Holiday Clubs and Kayak Club. His determination has seen him complete SuperSliders Bronze, Silver and Gold, run High Ropes training for trainees, and secure employment with Woodhouse Park.

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Evie

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Evie, 14, has been a member of Ashton Vale Club for Young People since 2024. She is a dedicated young person, that goes above and beyond for both her local youth club and community. During the summer, Evie volunteered as a Young Leader on a Tuesday junior session, entirely from her own initiative. Evie showed fantastic enthusiasm, reliability and commitment to helping others. Evie continues to build strong relationships with staff and young people, takes part in senior activities, and even coaches trampolining at a local club.

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Iris

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Iris, 10, has been a member of The Grove @ Bedminster Down since 2023. She is a kind, caring young person who is incredibly passionate about art. Focusing on her creative spirit has helped her build confidence during a performance project she led on. This project saw Iris take responsibility, grow her leadership skills, support other young people, and perform in front of over 100 people at our annual Celebration, AGM and Awards Evening. Her kindness and enthusiasm make her an inspiration to everyone at The Grove @ Bedminster Down.

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Kyah

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Kyah, 11, has been a member of Hartcliffe Club for Young People since 2023. Her strength, determination and positive attitude inspires everyone at Hartcliffe Club for Young People. Despite facing ongoing health conditions and daily challenges, she consistently attends sessions, actively engages in all opportunities available at her local youth club and approaches every activity with positivity. Kyah continues to grow and thrive, and her ability to overcome her obstacles show her true strength of character.

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Leo

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Leo, 12, has been a member of BS14 Youth Club since 2022. When Leo first joined, he was a very quiet individual, who didn't engage with many people outside of his brother. Over the last year, the BS14 Youth Club team have seen Leo flourish and grow in confidence, where he now brings his guitar to sessions. Using the clubs Media Suite, Leo now has the confidence to teach others basic guitar skills and techniques, share his skills and expertise, as well as learn new songs to further his development.

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Lola

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Lola, 14, has been a member of Sea Mills Boys and Girls Club since 2024. In the last 12 months, Lola has grown exceptionally in confidence, and has become an outgoing young person who leads by example, welcomes new members and gets involved with all the opportunities on offer to her. Lola is a true inspiration to everyone at Sea Mills, making an incredible, lasting impact to everyone around her.

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Maddison

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Maddison, 14, has been a member of Sea Mills Boys and Girls Club since 2019. She represents the club in all opportunities presented to her, including Interclub Football tournaments, where she promotes women’s football. Maddison enjoys engaging in new projects, trying new sports, and supporting others with her positivity. Maddison's long‑standing involvement at the club has made her a trusted figure to everyone who attends.

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Maisie

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Maisie, 14, has been a member of Sea Mills Boys and Girls Club since 2019. Now volunteering as a Young Leader, Maisie's confidence, positivity and resilience shines through in everything she does. She consistently supports others, leads on discussion-based activities and champions LGBTQ+ awareness, where she will actively inspire others that feel marginalised to truly be themselves.

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Missie

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Missie, 17, has been a member of The Grove @ Bedminster Down since 2018, and a Young Leader since she was 15, contributing countless hours and fresh ideas to improve young people’s experience. Missie has grown in confidence, shown incredible resilience, and is a responsible role model. Always excited for new opportunities, she has appeared on BBC Radio Bristol, supported her local community garden, and helped plan and deliver a Christmas Fair, which led her to win a Bristol Young Heroes Award. Her positive attitude, dedication, and weekly commitment make her an inspiration to others.

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Remy

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Remy, 10, has been a member of Hartcliffe Club for Young People since 2024. When he first joined, Remy was quiet and shy. However, over the past 12 months, the team at Hartcliffe Club for Young People have seen Remy flourish and step outside his comfort zone, where he has embraced his creativity and regularly joins a number of crafts activities on offer at the club. His enthusiasm and willingness to try new things inspires others and makes him an incredible role model.

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Robyn

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Robyn, 15, has been a member of BS14 Youth Club since 2024. She began volunteering as a Young Leader as part of her Duke of Edinburgh Award and chose to continue after completing the programme. During her time as a Young Leader, the BS14 team have seen Robyn grow in confidence, lead a number of the clubs activities, build trusting relationships with younger members, and become an inspiring role model that others look up to, all whilst balancing her studies.

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We look forward to welcoming young people to our Awards and Celebration Evening on Wednesday 28th January, where we will announce the winner of the 'Young Person of the Year' award!

We know that in the coming weeks and months, young people will need our Youth Clubs and programmes more than ever before; providing them with positive activities, support, advice and a safe place to go.

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This year you can make a difference by taking on a challenge whilst supporting a local cause. Whether you want to take part in a fun run, build up your physical fitness with a half marathon, or push yourself to the limits with an Ultra challenge – grab your trainers and get fundraising!

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With your support at one of the following events, we can continue to provide vital opportunities for young people:

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• Winter Green Man Ultra - Saturday 26th March 2026, Bristol. Run the 30 or 45 mile route of the Winter Green Man Ultra. Pledge minimum - £350
• Bath Half Marathon - Sunday 15th March 2026, Bath. Race the 44th Bath Half Marathon in the heart of the World Heritage City of Bath. Pledge minimum - £250
• AJ Bell Bristol Run - Sunday 10th May 2026, Bristol. The AJ Bell Bristol Run returns offering 10K and Half Marathon routes. Pledge minimum - £250‍
• Cheddar Gorge Challenge - Sunday 14th June 2026, Bristol. Fun Runs of 1k and 3k, as well as 6k, 10k and Half Marathon routes. Pledge minimum - £250
• South West Tough Mudder - Saturday 15th August 2026, Gloucester. Take on the 10+ mile Tough Mudder course in 2026! Pledge minimum - £300

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Running for Young Bristol is straightforward and FREE! We'll cover the place cost for you, and you'll get your own complimentary Young Bristol branded vest to wear on the day. All we ask is you pledge to fundraise for us!

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With your help, we can continue to improve the lives of young people of Bristol and beyond! Click here to find out more and sign up for a third party fundraising event!

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What our previous runners had to say...

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"Fundraising for Young Bristol was a real priviledge. What's more, as soon as I explained to people what the charity does, and how it does it, they immediately 'got it' and could see how their financial support would make a real difference in a real community"

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Justin, Bath Half Marathon runner

2025 has been a year full of milestones for Young Bristol. Throughout the year, we have seen amazing opportunities, impactful partnerships and incredible transformations!

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As we reflect on an amazing year, we are proud of everything we have achieved over the last 12 months!

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January

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Celebrating our people and impact. In January, we launched our 'Young Person of the Year' award at our Celebration, Awards and AGM 2025. We were delighted to announce that our first Young Person of the Year was Eve from Sea Mills. The event also featured young people’s achievements, highlighted our impact, shared inspiring stories, and showcased exciting future plans.

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To watch the highlights of this years event, click here!

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February

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Connecting young people across the city. In February, we hosted our annual Interclub Football Tournament, bringing together young people from four different communities across the city. Throughout the year, we delivered and provided tournaments, workshops, and activities that celebrated creativity and sportsmanship, and bridged new friendships outside of their local communities.

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If you would like to take part in one of our Interclub tournaments next year, contact your local Club Leader here.

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March

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Ensuring young people can explore new, exciting possibilities. In March, two trainees from our Outdoor Employment Programme attended the SuperSliders UK Gold Programme in Switzerland, training with Britain’s Olympic and National Ice Sports Squad to complete their certification. This year, 51 trainees on our Outdoor Employment Programme received 44 nationally recognised qualifications in outdoor pursuits, enabling them to access future employment prospects.

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Interested in joining our Outdoor Employment Programme, click here for more information.

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April

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Transforming our venues and investing in our infrastructure during 2025! In April, BS14 Youth Club’s Art Room was upgraded, creating a safer, more usable space for young people. This year also saw a number of other exciting developments across our community venues, including improvements to Avon Youth Club’s external facilities, The Grove’s outbuilding and storage, and Ashton Vale’s front door. Since launching our strategy in 2022, an incredible £753,280 has been invested into our buildings.

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Find out more about the impact of our investments here.

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May

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Our fundraisers took on new challenges, ran marathons and volunteered during 2025! May saw 17 runners raise £8,500 by taking part in the Bristol 10k and Half Marathon. During 2025, we supported 29 runners, cyclists and other athletes take part in 11 third party fundraising events. Thank you to the individuals, groups and corporates who pledged to fundraise for us this year!

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If you are interested in taking part in a third party fundraising event for Young Bristol, click here for more information and sign up today!

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June

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Working with organisations to provide further opportunities. In June, we were excited to take 13 young people on the Essex Adventure Weekend residential, which for some was their first time camping and being away from their families. Our partnerships with organisations locally, nationally and internationally supported us to further our reach, expanding our offer for young people, giving them access to new opportunities to learn and develop.

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To find out more about local, national and international opportunities, click here!

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July

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Celebrating 25 years of our outdoor activities centre. In July, Young Bristol celebrated Pooles Wharf Outdoor Activity Centre 25th anniversary. To mark the quarter-century anniversary, we worked in partnership with Burges Salmon to raise money through the '25 for 25 Challenge' which saw employee's of Burges Salmon paddle Bristol's harbourside for 25 continuous hours. With the aim to raise money to support the future of the centre, the team raised an incredible £32,000.

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To find out more about the history of Pooles Wharf Outdoor Activity Centre, click here!

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August

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Inspiring young people to discover new horizons and unlock their potential. This summer, we delivered 77 Holiday Clubs and Outdoor Activity sessions from Pooles Wharf Outdoor Activity Centre, encouraging young people to get out on the water, and explore local caves and mountains. At Pooles Wharf, we run 16 land and water‑based activities, saw 2,516 total contacts with young people through our Outdoor Activities Holiday Clubs.

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Click here to book our upcoming Holiday Clubs.

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September

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We built new and existing relationships in 2025. In September, Tockington Manor School announced Young Bristol as their 'Charity of the Year' for the 2025–26 school year. Students, parents, and teachers are all helping us to make a difference by participating in a range of fundraising events. Throughout 2025, we were proud to work with 34 valued partners, supporting young people to reach their full potential. Thank you to all our supporters who went above and beyond this year.

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There are many ways you can work with Young Bristol and support our work. Click here to find out more - start our journey together today!

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October‍

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Providing exciting activities and tackling holiday hunger. We delivered another year of amazing opportunities to young people, with October seeing a jam-packed, city-wide programme of activities, events, workshops and other exciting offers through the October Half Term. From a performance of 'Wonderland' by Bristol Old Vic Theatre School, a Well-Being and Social Action event and an annual Halloween Disco, there was something on offer for everyone during the week!

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Find out more about our Holiday Clubs here.

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November

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2025 was a year of incredible recognitions! In November, Young Bristol was honoured to receive the 'Community Impact Award' at the South West Business of the Year Awards. Throughout the year, Young Bristol, staff, and young people were recognised for a total of 9 local and national awards, including two young people recognised at the Bristol Young Heroes Awards and our Chief Executive shortlisted for the 'Public and Third Sector Leader' at the South West Leadership awards.

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Find out more about our awards and recognitions here.

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December

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And the winner of our competition is.... In December, we announced the winners of our annual Christmas Card Competition, Phia and Eva, who were awarded an incredible prize package that included a visit to Bristol's Hippodrome to watch the Christmas Pantomime! Throughout the year, our young people took part in a number of creative competitions and exciting opportunities developed by our team, which saw a total of 80 entries from across the city!

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Find out more about how you can get involved with our upcoming competitions here.

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As we come to the end of 2025, it has been incredible to look back at another impactful year, as we continued to play a crucial role in supporting young people and their communities!

Thank you for all your fantastic support!

Are you looking to set a New Years resolution that will make an impact in 2026? As we approach the new year, why not set yourself a resolution that will create lasting change to young people across our city?

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Our vital work relies on the amazing volunteers, corporate partners, donors and fundraisers that go above and beyond to support us each year. By supporting us, your help can provide safe places, a supportive environment and activities which support young people to feel empowered, included and not alone. Here's how you can help:

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Run for us

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Now more than ever before, young people and families across Bristol need the support of local charities!

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In 2026, make a difference by taking on a challenge whilst supporting a local cause. Whether you want to take part in a fun run, build up your physical fitness with a Half Marathon, or push yourself to the limit with an ultra challenge - grab your trainers and get fundraising! Sign up for a running event here!

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Volunteer for us

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Volunteer at our community venues, help us to up-skill young people or support us to raise the profile of our work, volunteering your time as an individual or company will help Young Bristol to broaden the horizons of our young people, offering them even more transformational opportunities.

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Volunteering is an amazing way to give back, make a positive impact and feel great. Your time and support will make a difference, get involved here!

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Fundraise for us

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Come together with other supporters to raise money for Young Bristol through one of our annual fundraising events. Every pound raised will make a huge difference to young people across the city.

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If you would like to host your own event, we have an A-Z guide to fundraising to help you get started or find out more about how you can raise funds here!

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Become a corporate partner

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It is thanks to the generous support of local corporates that Young Bristol is able to develop our provision and thrive in local communities across the city! Making us your chosen charity can be the start of our journey together.

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There are many ways for you to begin a partnership with Young Bristol to support our work, find out more here!

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Make a donation

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As the cost of living continues to rise in 2026, young people continue to need our Youth Clubs and programmes more than ever before; giving them access to positive activities and a safe place they can thrive in!

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With your support, we can continue to provide our vital opportunities to young people across the city! Make a donation here!

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Transform the lives of young people and support a local cause this year! Find out more here and get involved today!

Merry Christmas from the Young Bristol team!

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To everyone celebrating Christmas and other festive traditions at this time of year, we wish you a day full of love, laughter and joy! Thank you to everyone who has supported us in 2025!

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Our Community Youth Clubs, programmes and office will be closing over the Christmas period. Our team are excited for a well-deserved, restful break, and will be back with some exciting activities in the new year! Please see below to find our last days of delivery and when we will reopen:

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Ashton Vale Club for Young People

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Last session on Monday 22nd December

Reopen as normal from Monday 5th January

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Avon Youth Club

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Last session on Thursday 11th December

Reopen as normal from Monday 5th January

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BS14 Youth Club

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Last session on Monday 22nd December

Reopen as normal from Monday 5th January

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Hartcliffe Club for Young People

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Last session on Friday 19th December. The club will also be delivering holiday provision, contact the team for more information..

Reopen as normal on Monday 5th January

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Sea Mills Boys and Girls Club

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Last session on Thursday 18th December

Reopen as normal from Tuesday 6th January

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The Grove @ Bedminster Down

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Last session on Tuesday 23rd December

Reopen as normal from Monday 5th January

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Youth Club on Wheels

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Last session on Tuesday 2nd December

Reopen as normal from Tuesday 6th January

The Youth Club on Wheels is currently undergoing exciting maintenance, to bring young people new opportunities across the city. Please keep an eye on our pages for any changes.

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Outdoor Employment Programme

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Last session on Thursday 11th December

Reopen as normal from Thursday 8th January

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Office

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Last operating day on Tuesday 24th December

Open and operating from Friday 2nd January

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We are delighted to announce the appointment of Isaac Duckers, Senior Youth Leader on our Youth Club on Wheels!

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Isaac is a Philosophy graduate, with a history of travel and adventure. His experiences range from working with young people as an outdoor activity instructor in Finland and the UK, to international community volunteering with the Red Cross, alongside play and theatre based relief work with the Flying Seagull Project. Isaac will forever cherish the opportunities he has had to live and work abroad; however, has realised that investing into local communities is something he finds incredibly important. He is hugely excited to join Young Bristol as part of the Youth Club on Wheels team, going out to find young people where they are, and helping create a fun, safe, and inclusive space, wherever the team goes.

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

We are delighted to announce that Phia and Eva from The Grove @ Bedminster Down are the winners of the 2025 Christmas Card Competition!

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Last month, we hosted a Christmas Card Competition across our Community Youth Clubs. Young people from across network were encouraged to draw a Christmas design that would be featured as this year’s annual Christmas Card!

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We were delighted to receive a total of 50+ entries from across our Youth Clubs, showcasing lots creativity through some fantastic designs!

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The winner from our junior age group is Phia, aged 8, from The Grove @ Bedminster Down. The winner from our senior age group was Eva, aged 16, from The Grove @ Bedminster Down! The pair have each been awarded a pack of cards that feature their design as well as a £15 Amazon gift voucher!

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Thank you to Sarah from Burges Salmon, who selected the winning designs this year!

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"We chose Phia's design due to its vibrant colour palette and this being heartwarming; this was conveyed through a festive winter scene. The creativity and attention to detail demonstrated by the young artist was fantastic."

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"Eva's card stood out due to its sophisticated and creative design and the clever use of space and elements. The artist's skill in blending traditional festive themes with a modern twist was impressive."

On Saturday 29th November, young people from our Outdoor Employment Programme and Community Youth Club network took part in the Super Sliders Bronze and Silver programmes!

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What a great way for our Outdoor Employment Programme and young people from our Community Youth Clubs to start their weekend! Young people travelled to the University of Bath's Training Village, where they took part in the Super Sliders Bronze and Silver programmes. The team from Super Sliders had prepared a day full of activities for young people to get involved with and enjoy!

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The programme started off with some "off-track" activities, where the group talked to members from Britain's Olympic Bobsleigh and Skeleton team! During this workshop, the group learnt about different bobsleigh equipment and were taught about a range of bobsleigh techniques!

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The workshop continued onto some "on-track" activities, where the group put their learning into practice by using the bobsleigh and skeleton equipment on the track. Young people all had the opportunity to push themselves down the track and improve their techniques! The day ended with young people taking part in a relay race, with the top 3 winners received bronze, silver and gold medals.

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It was great to see our group of trainees try out new sports and push themselves out of their comfort zone! A huge thank you to Super Sliders for inviting us along to their most recent programme! We look forward to taking part in the next one soon!