Stories
This space brings together stories from Barton Hill Activity Club’s work over the years, including past activities, initiatives, events, and moments shaped by the community.
Somali Festival & Culture 2023
A community-led cultural event celebrating Somali heritage through food, music, performance, and shared experience.
Read story →Summer Activities
Seasonal activities delivered during the summer holidays, offering children and families safe spaces for play, learning, and social connection.
Read story →Covid Help Program
Emergency community support delivered during the pandemic, responding to urgent needs through food support and practical assistance.
Read story →Connecting With Nature - Looking After Your Environment
An environmental initiative 'Change for Our Future', lead by our local young leaders, as part of the Youth Climate Action Fund. Exploring young people's relationship with local nature and neighbourhood.
Read story →Accessing Your Local Green Spaces
Outdoor community fundays delivered in partnership with local organisations, bringing families together through play and shared meals.
Read story →Arts & Crafts with University of Bristol
Creative workshops delivered in collaboration with the University of Bristol, supporting children and young people to explore creativity.
Read story →Looking after our Parks
An initiative encouraging children and families to engage with local green spaces and explore nature.
Read story →Half Term Activities
Short-term activity programmes delivered during school holidays, providing structured, positive engagement for children and young people during October and February half terms.
Read story →In The Media
Barton Hill Activity Club’s work has been featured by Bristol24/7, highlighting community-led action, women’s leadership, and local responses to inequality.
These families need support – cost of childcare crisis in Barton Hill
An article exploring the impact of rising childcare costs on families, featuring grassroots responses led by local women.
Read on Bristol24/7 →How three women came together to feed residents in Barton Hill
A feature highlighting community-led food support and collective action during challenging times.
Read on Bristol24/7 →Creating a village to tackle challenges in Barton Hill
A story focusing on local initiatives that support children, families, and shared responsibility within the community.
Read on Bristol24/7 →Fighting to ensure children in Barton Hill don’t get left behind
Coverage exploring inequalities affecting children and the role of community-led organisations in addressing them.
Read on Bristol24/7 →The club making a difference to children’s lives in Barton Hill
An article highlighting youth activities and the positive impact of accessible local programmes.
Read on Bristol24/7 →The Barton Hill women driving positive change for future generations
A feature focusing on women’s leadership and long-term community vision.
Read on Bristol24/7 →Looking Ahead
Barton Hill Activity Club continues to respond to changing needs within the community. New activities and services are being shaped and will be shared here as they develop.
