Thrive Somerset

Thrive Somerset At the heart of Somerset since 1926, we’re here to help people and communities thrive. We are a charity that supports communities in Somerset to thrive.

More than just a charity, we’re a driving force - supporting local people, strengthening communities, and making Somerset stronger. We believe that everyone living in Somerset should have access to the support they need to meet their basic needs in food, fuel, transport and health. Our mission
We want to enable change by listening, responding to need and building connections between people and com

munities. Wherever you are in Somerset, we welcome collaboration to make our communities stronger. Our values:
We are kind and compassionate
We act with honesty and integrity
We value equality and inclusion

Not long to go until the Yeovil Together Festival! Join this vibrant, free, family – friendly celebration of culture, cr...
19/06/2026

Not long to go until the Yeovil Together Festival!

Join this vibrant, free, family – friendly celebration of culture, creativity and community in the heart of Yeovil.

Come along on Sunday, 5 July from 12 pm - 5 pm at Westlands Entertainment Venue, BA20 2DD

Enjoy a fantastic day filled with food from around the world, live music and dance, creative workshops, community stalls and free wellbeing activities – there really is something for everyone.

Celebrate and connect with your community.

Celebrating Lisieux Way Turning Two!We had a wonderful time marking the 2nd birthday of Lisieux Way Community Café / T...
18/06/2026

Celebrating Lisieux Way Turning Two!

We had a wonderful time marking the 2nd birthday of Lisieux Way Community Café / Talking Café with our amazing community last week.

It was great to welcome Deputy Mayor Rob Isaacs to discuss future support, and a big thank you to Heidi, Asda People’s Champion, for the generous food and drink donations.

We were also joined by Mark, Digital Champion from Spark Somerset, Annie from the Methodist Church, and the fantastic Taunton Strummers (https://www.facebook.com/groups/160673897276737), who got everyone singing and dancing.

A big thank you as well to our Village Agent Sharon Coles who enjoyed being part of the day which was filled with joy, connection, and community spirit.

This is a story of collaborative working from the outset, with support from the church volunteers and early governance and constitution advice from Carrie Corfe, our Senior Community Advisor. Together, volunteer Pauline and the local community have shaped a welcoming and thriving community space.

Thank you to everyone who made the celebration so special!

Our Digital Time Capsule is now live! As part of our centenary celebrations, we’re proud to launch a space that honours ...
18/06/2026

Our Digital Time Capsule is now live!

As part of our centenary celebrations, we’re proud to launch a space that honours our past and looks to the future.

Since 1926, we’ve stood alongside local people through changing times, reducing isolation, championing community action, and making sure everyone has somewhere to turn when they need support.

Now, 100 years on, we’re creating a Digital Time Capsule to capture the stories, memories and moments that define our communities today.

⏳ Explore our shared history
💛 Share your memories
🌱 Share your vision for the next 100 years

Be part of something lasting — explore and add your story today, visit:
https://app.yourarchive.com/thrive

We’re joining the Spark Somerset campaign to highlight the difference community support makes every single day.On Wedn...
17/06/2026

We’re joining the Spark Somerset campaign to highlight the difference community support makes every single day.

On Wednesdays, we’re sharing what Somerset would look like without us and why that matters.

This Wednesday will look ordinary, like it does for over 1,900 registered VCSFE organisations in Somerset, plus many more informal and unregistered community groups here in Somerset.

But scratch the surface and what would this Wednesday look like without us?

Last year, 18,854 people across Somerset got the support they needed, that’s 52 per day or 1 in every 30 residents. Without us, where would they turn?

Somerset Activity & Sports Partnership - SASP what would the spotlight reveal this Wednesday?

17/06/2026

Deadline Extended!

We’ve received so many brilliant entries that we’re giving you more time, our is open until 31 July 2026!

There’s still plenty of time to get involved and share your story of community. What does it look like in your world? What could it look like in the future?

Two competitions are now open:
Community Competition (open to all):
Theme: What will Somerset look like in 100 years’ time?
Share your vision through a photo, poem, story, artwork or video.

School and College Competition:
Theme: What does community mean to me?

Primary (5–11): Create an artwork in any style
Secondary (11–16): Write a haiku poem
College (16–18): Submit a photograph

Prizes are up for grabs, every entry will be preserved in our Digital Time Capsule.

Don’t miss your chance, get involved and submit your entry now:
https://thrivesomerset.org.uk/centenary/ -comp

Looking for a goal that motivates you, challenges you, and truly makes a difference? The South West Coast Ultra Challeng...
15/06/2026

Looking for a goal that motivates you, challenges you, and truly makes a difference? The South West Coast Ultra Challenge on Saturday 25 July 2026 could be it.

🏃‍♀️ Incredible scenery
💪 Personal achievement
💚 Life‑changing fundraising for Thrive

Don’t miss your chance to be part of something powerful.

Sign up today and start your journey
https://thrivesomerset.org.uk/south-west-coast-50-ultra-challenge/

We’re pleased to share this upcoming event from Wells & Transatlantic Slavery: The City of Wells Remembers the Enslaved....
12/06/2026

We’re pleased to share this upcoming event from Wells & Transatlantic Slavery: The City of Wells Remembers the Enslaved.

This thoughtful evening brings together speakers and a panel discussion exploring the histories and legacies of transatlantic slavery, alongside the importance of remembrance.

Wells and Mendip Museum
Wednesday 24 June
6.30 pm – 9 pm
£3 entry (cash only)

A valuable opportunity to learn, reflect and engage in important conversations within our communities.

Take part in our closing on the 17th June. You don’t need expensive equipment or perfect skills to take part, the mos...
10/06/2026

Take part in our closing on the 17th June.

You don’t need expensive equipment or perfect skills to take part, the most powerful entries are the ones that tell a story. Look around you, what represents community in your everyday life? A friendship, a shared space, a moment of support?

We have two competitions taking place:

Community Competition (open to all):
Theme: What will Somerset look like in 100 years’ time?
Share your vision through a photo, poem, story artwork or video.

School and College Competition:
Theme: What does community mean to me?
🏫Primary Schools Age 5- 11: create a piece of artwork in any style that expresses what community means to you.
🏫Secondary Schools Age 11 - 16: write a haiku poem exploring the theme.
🎓College Students Age 16 - 18: submit a photograph that represents your interpretation of community.

There are prizes to be won across all competitions and every entry will be preserved on our Digital Time Capsule. Selected school entries will feature in a special Centenary Calendar.

Capture it and share it with us:
https://thrivesomerset.org.uk/centenary/ -comp

And we're off! 🚀 Beat the Street starts today in Bridgwater! The aim of the game is to earn as many points as possible f...
10/06/2026

And we're off! 🚀

Beat the Street starts today in Bridgwater!

The aim of the game is to earn as many points as possible for you and your team by walking, cycling or wheeling between Beat Boxes from Wednesday 10th June to Wednesday 8th July.

Beat the Street Bridgwater

https://www.beatthestreet.me/bridgwater/

Emma was paying far too much for bills while struggling to afford food. Working together, we helped her cut costs, switc...
09/06/2026

Emma was paying far too much for bills while struggling to afford food. Working together, we helped her cut costs, switch to lower cost tariffs, and access emergency support. The impact was immediate: her phone plan became free for a year, bills dropped, and that same day she could buy food for the first time in weeks. Small changes, big difference - Emma now feels secure and hopeful.

This life-changing support is made possible by Somerset Council through the Crisis and Resilience Fund. It allows our Crisis Resilience Village Agents to deliver vital help to those who need it most.

Emma was supported through a partnership between Citizens Advice Somerset, Burnham & Weston Energy CIC and Somerset Council. When you come through one door, the others open. We’re working together to ensure everyone in Somerset has access to the right support at the right time, helping to build financially resilient communities.

Find out more: https://citizensadvicesomerset.org.uk/crisis-resilience-fund/

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