BS3 Community Development

BS3 Community Development BS3 Community Development was founded in 1990 to improve the lives of people living in BS3 and the surrounding area.

We run two community venues; the Southville Centre and the Chessel Centre. In 1991 a group of local residents approached Bristol City Council to discuss the future of a former school situated on Beauley Road, which was lying empty and redundant. They wanted to ensure the site was kept for community use that benefited local people. After lengthy negotiations the Council agreed that the residents, o

nce constituted into an association, could take on the 999 year lease of the site for the sum of £1. Initially known as the Southville Community Development Association, the organisation became a registered charity to enable applications for grant funding, and a company limited by guarantee allowing income generation through commercial services. After being converted from a school into a community centre, the building that has been the home of the charity ever since, became known as the Southville Centre. The most recent stage in the history of the charity began on the acquisition of a plot of land in Bedminster and after consultation our membership voted to change the name of the organisation to BS3 Community to reflect our wider area of operation beyond the original parish of Southville.

We're Hiring! Social Prescribing Link WorkerBS3 Community Development is looking for a compassionate, motivated and proa...
17/06/2026

We're Hiring!
Social Prescribing Link Worker

BS3 Community Development is looking for a compassionate, motivated and proactive Social Prescribing Link Worker to help people across our community improve their mental health and wellbeing.

Hours: Part-Time (2 days a week) – Ideally Mondays & Tuesdays
Deadline: 30th June

For more information and application details, visit our website:
https://bs3community.org.uk/job-advert-social-prescribing-link-worker-may-26-mental-health/

❤️ Join us during Loneliness Awareness Week, where our week of activities continues. They're designed to bring people to...
15/06/2026

❤️ Join us during Loneliness Awareness Week, where our week of activities continues. They're designed to bring people together, make new connections and have fun.

On Tuesday, we have Chatty Table at BS3 Community Café, a relaxed, friendly space where anyone can come along for a chat, meet new people, or simply enjoy some company over a cup of tea or coffee.

🧶 10am-12pm
Join Leila for a relaxed crochet circle. Grab a cuppa and cake from the cafe, sit and chat while we crochet away. We have plenty of colourful wool, so bring a hook if you have one, or you can borrow one for the session. Suitable for beginners, all instructions provided
✏️ 1-3pm
Join Morgan for a friendly colouring session over a cuppa. This relaxed and welcoming activity offers the opportunity to unwind, enjoy some creative colouring, and to connect with others. Whether you come along to meet new people or simply enjoy some company.

🚶 We also have Stroll & Chat.
Join us for a gentle walk around South Bristol, friendly conversation and fresh air.
Free to attend and everyone is welcome. Meet outside the To***co Factory at 10.30am

Loneliness Awareness Week, from 15 to 21 June, is a global campaign hosted by leading loneliness charity Marmalade Trust.
Loneliness is something we all experience at different points in our lives. By taking part, we hope to create space for more open conversations and meaningful connections.

Swipe through to see what’s on and get in touch if you’d like to know more. Call us on 0117 923 1039 or visit our website:
https://bs3community.org.uk/whats-on/



And we’re open!!🌸 Step inside our Secret Garden for a day of family fun!Join us on Sunday 14 June, 12–5pm as we open our...
14/06/2026

And we’re open!!

🌸 Step inside our Secret Garden for a day of family fun!
Join us on Sunday 14 June, 12–5pm as we open our child-friendly Garden at our Southville Centre as part of Bedminster Festival of Gardening / Secret Gardens, for one day only!

Bring the family along to explore our hidden garden space, including a beautiful wisteria walkway, herb garden and strawberry patch, plus our mud kitchen and mini allotment.
There’ll be lots for children to enjoy throughout the day too, including sunflower seed planting, a nature trail, garden toys, and crafts & colouring.

We’re also excited to be joined by some lovely stalls:
🌱 Cowan Wood Garden Nursery with a wide range of plants from vegetables to Dahlias and Rudbeckia
💐 Florette Flowers with fresh British summer bouquets, dried flowers, wreaths and flower crowns
🪴 South Bristol Gardening Club plant stall

☕ The BS3 Community Café will be open throughout the day, serving hot and cold drinks, cakes, snacks, ice creams and lollies.

Festival entry is £3 on the door (you only pay this once at the first Secret Garden venue you visit and it covers all participating gardens).
Please bring both cash and card if you can, as some of our stalls may be cash only.

We can’t wait to welcome you for a lovely afternoon of gardens, nature, creativity and community!

For more information about the event, visit:
https://bloomingbedminster.tumblr.com/secret-gardens


Blooming Bedminster Bedminster Cowan Wood Garden .flowers

And we’re open!!🌸 Step inside our Secret Garden for a day of family fun!Join us on Sunday 14 June, 12–5pm as we open our...
14/06/2026

And we’re open!!

🌸 Step inside our Secret Garden for a day of family fun!
Join us on Sunday 14 June, 12–5pm as we open our child-friendly Garden at our Southville Centre as part of Bedminster Festival of Gardening / Secret Gardens, for one day only!

Bring the family along to explore our hidden garden space, including a beautiful wisteria walkway, herb garden and strawberry patch, plus our mud kitchen and mini allotment.
There’ll be lots for children to enjoy throughout the day too, including sunflower seed planting, a nature trail, garden toys, and crafts & colouring.

We’re also excited to be joined by some lovely stalls:
🌱 Cowan Wood Garden Nursery with a wide range of plants from vegetables to Dahlias and Rudbeckia
💐 Florette Flowers with fresh British summer bouquets, dried flowers, wreaths and flower crowns
🪴 South Bristol Gardening Club plant stall

☕ The BS3 Community Café will be open throughout the day, serving hot and cold drinks, cakes, snacks, ice creams and lollies.

Festival entry is £3 on the door (you only pay this once at the first Secret Garden venue you visit and it covers all participating gardens).
Please bring both cash and card if you can, as some of our stalls may be cash only.

We can’t wait to welcome you for a lovely afternoon of gardens, nature, creativity and community!

For more information about the event, visit:
https://bloomingbedminster.tumblr.com/secret-gardens


Blooming Bedminster Cowan Wood Garden .flowers

Our team have been very busy in the garden this week – ready for our Secret Garden event on Sunday. Want to see what the...
12/06/2026

Our team have been very busy in the garden this week – ready for our Secret Garden event on Sunday. Want to see what they’ve been up to? The weather is looking good too! ☀️

🌸 Step inside our Secret Garden for a day of family fun!
Join us on Sunday 14 June, 12–5pm as we open our child-friendly Garden at our Southville Centre as part of Bedminster Festival of Gardening / Secret Gardens, for one day only!

Bring the family along to explore our hidden garden space, including a beautiful wisteria walkway, herb garden and strawberry patch, plus our mud kitchen and mini allotment.
There’ll be lots for children to enjoy throughout the day too, including sunflower seed planting, a nature trail, garden toys, and crafts & colouring.

We’re also excited to be joined by some lovely stalls:
🌱 Cowan Wood Garden Nursery with a wide range of plants from vegetables to Dahlias and Rudbeckia
💐 Florette Flowers with fresh British summer bouquets, dried flowers, wreaths and flower crowns
🪴 South Bristol Gardening Club plant stall

☕ The BS3 Community Café will be open throughout the day, serving hot and cold drinks, cakes, snacks, ice creams and lollies.

Festival entry is £3 on the door (you only pay this once at the first Secret Garden venue you visit and it covers all participating gardens).
Please bring both cash and card if you can, as some of our stalls may be cash only.

We can’t wait to welcome you for a lovely afternoon of gardens, nature, creativity and community!

For more information about the event, visit:
https://bloomingbedminster.tumblr.com/secret-gardens


Blooming Bedminster Cowan Wood Garden .flowers

Brew & Boogie: A Community Tea DanceFriday 12 June | 2.30–5pmA friendly face, a warm drink and a bit of music can go a l...
11/06/2026

Brew & Boogie: A Community Tea Dance
Friday 12 June | 2.30–5pm

A friendly face, a warm drink and a bit of music can go a long way.
Our Community Tea Dance, part of Loneliness Awareness Week, is a relaxed afternoon designed to bring people together - whether you come with a friend or on your own, you’ll be warmly welcomed.

Enjoy live jazz and swing from The Barrelhouse Vipers, a cup of tea, a slice of cake, and the chance to chat, listen, or have a dance if you feel like it.

Tickets are £5 (including tea, cake and live music), thanks to a generous community donation from local artist Poppy Victoria May, which helps us keep the event accessible.

Tickets are available from our Southville Centre, or through Eventbrite:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/bs3-brew-boogie-a-community-tea-dance-tickets-1988490649060

We’d love to see you there!

11/06/2026
❤️ Join us during Loneliness Awareness Week for a week of activities designed to bring people together, make new connect...
10/06/2026

❤️ Join us during Loneliness Awareness Week for a week of activities designed to bring people together, make new connections and have fun.

From live music and tea dancing to walks, crafts, conversations and family activities, there’s something for everyone.

Loneliness Awareness Week, from 15 to 21 June, is a global campaign hosted by leading loneliness charity Marmalade Trust.
Loneliness is something we all experience at different points in our lives. By taking part, we hope to create space for more open conversations and meaningful connections.

Swipe through to see what’s on and get in touch if you’d like to know more. Call us on 0117 923 1039 or visit our website:
https://bs3community.org.uk/whats-on/



Address

Beauley Road, Southville
Bristol
BS31QG

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 6pm
Tuesday 8am - 6pm
Wednesday 8am - 6pm
Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday 8am - 6pm

Telephone

+441179231039

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