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Supporting Deaf and Hard of Hearing people in Bristol

Our vision is of a Bristol where everyone can participate in all aspects of life in the city, whatever their level of hearing. The majority of our staff and trustees are Deaf or Hard of Hearing themselves and we fully understand the impact of living with Hearing Loss. We can share experiences and provide practical information and advice on dealing with the challenges hearing loss brings.
We’re here for all Deaf or Hard of Hearing people in the Bristol area, as well as their friends and families. Professionals working in this field and anyone interested in finding out more about Hearing Loss are very welcome to contact us for information too. Please visit our What’s Happening pages or get in touch to find out more!
 

Bristol Community Festival Returns This June!


The Bristol Community Festival is back for 2026 — and we can’t wait to welcome you for another fantastic day of community, connection, and fun!

Join us on Saturday 6th June 2026 at the Vassall Centre for an exciting programme of activities for all ages.


Event Details

Date: Saturday 6th June 2026
Time: 11:00am – 3:00pm
Venue: Vassall Centre, Gill Avenue, Fishponds, Bristol, BS16 2QQ


Visitors can look forward to:


  • BSL and lipreading taster sessions
  • Community stalls showcasing deaf-led activities in Bristol
  • Family-friendly fun and activities for children
  • Guest speakers sharing their experiences of deafness
  • Opportunities to connect with community groups
  • Special appearances from the police, ambulance service, and fire brigade

Whether you’re part of the deaf community, supporting someone who is deaf, or simply interested in learning more, there will be something for everyone to enjoy.

Be sure to check out the event poster for full details of what’s happening on the day.

We look forward to seeing you there!

 


Spotlight: Bristol Deaf 50+ Group

This shows just how cherished and important this group is to everyone who attends. The group meet weekly for bingo, socialising, and various interesting information sessions, all helped by funding from The Quartet Foundation through 2025. The group talk about fond memories of the group in the video, and explain why they keep coming back (some have attended for over a decade!)

The group meets up on Wednesday afternoons 1-4pm at Unitarian Meeting Hall, St Pauls, BS2 8PE

If you or anyone you know would like to join the 50+ group, please get in touch with us and we will share more information.

 

Check out the video below from the group members:


Coffee Morning, date and times: June – July 2026 

See more information about our upcoming coffee meet-ups for everyone 

 

Coffee Morning for hard of hearing people, dates and times: April 2026 – March 2027

Learn more about our upcoming coffee meet-up sessions for individuals who are hard of hearing.

 

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