We offer a range of opportunities for adults to increase their personal confidence, skills and resilience. We believe this support for families it vital to help us achieve our vision of all young people in Lockleaze and the surrounding areas living happy and healthy lives.
If you have an idea for a course, project or skill you would like to learn, please get in touch: lockleaze@groundwork.org.uk
FOODclub
Each week we receive a delivery of surplus supermarket food from Fareshare, a charity which rescues good food from landfill and diverts it to local community projects.
Families with children under 13 years old living in Lockleaze ward can join FOODclub for £1 a year. As a member, you can pick up a share of food for £3.50 every Tuesday between 9:30-11:30am. There is usually a mix of fresh meat, dairy, fruit and vegetables – we estimate a share would be worth £10-12 if bought at a supermarket.
Please note that we have no control over the different foods that arrive each week and we are therefore unable to allow people to pick and choose according to their personal tastes (although we try our best to cater for allergies and dietary requirements). This is a chance to try new foods you wouldn’t usually buy, whilst helping to reduce good food going to landfill. We usually post a list of food available on our Facebook page.
FOODclub is a partnership project with Family Action and Fareshare South West.
To join FOODclub, please come to The Vench on any Tuesday between 9:30-11:30am to complete a registration form.
Computer Skills Course
Bristol City Council Community Learning team are running this free course for anyone over 19 years old.
You will increase your confidence in online safety, emailing and using Microsoft Office programmes include Excel. A laptop will be provided. Creche facilities available.
Starts Tuesday 14th January, 12:30-2:30pm for 6 weeks with a break for February half term.
To book, email lockleaze@groundwork.org.uk or call 0117 910 3930.
Admin Skills Course
Bristol City Council Community Learning team are running this free course for anyone over 19 years old.
You will learn basic administration skills to help increase your
employability if you are interested in an office-based career. A laptop provided and creche facilities are available.
Starts Thursday 30th January, 9:30-11:30am for 6 weeks with a break for February half term.
To book, email lockleaze@groundwork.org.uk or call 0117 910 3930.
Start your Own Business Course
Bristol City Council Community Learning team are running this free course for anyone over 19 years old.
Have you got an idea or skill that you dream of turning into a career for yourself? This course will cover the basics of setting up and running your own business. Creche facilities are available.
Starts Thursday 19th March, 9:30-11:30am for 6 weeks with a break for Easter holidays.
To book, email lockleaze@groundwork.org.uk or call 0117 910 3930.
Hire a space
Looking to hire a space for an meeting, party or event? We have a range of options to suit your needs.
Kitchen
We have a large and fully equipped kitchen suitable for catering events and cooking workshops. Facilities include: an electric 5-ring hob and 2-door oven, microwave, 2 sinks, full range of cookware and utensils, crockery and cutlery, and a serving hatch.
COST: £20/hr, £15 Concession
Cafe Space
This open-plan space is adjacent to the kitchen and is ideal for community gatherings and food events and courses.
COST: £15/hr, £10 Concession
Meeting Room
Our meeting room is available for hire and provides space for workshops, classes, meetings and courses. A projector and screen, flip cart, paper and pens can be provided free of charge upon request.
COST: £20/hr, £15 Con
Playground
We have a vast range of outdoor playground structures which includes a climbing wall, zip wire, drop slide. sports pitch, rope balances, a clatter bridge, outdoor stage and fire pit. Our indoor play room has and arts and craft area, table tennis and pool table.
COST: £50/hr, £40 Concession
* Concession = Charities / Non-for Profits / Community Groups / Local Residents