South Gloucestershire Council
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Computer courses for beginners.
SGS College currently offer free 16-week courses at Downend, Bradley Stoke and Winterbourne libraries.
All sessions run from 9.30am to 12.30pm.
To find out more about computer courses for beginners, visit https://orlo.uk/Computer_Courses_bMOJk
SGS College currently offer free 16-week courses at Downend, Bradley Stoke and Winterbourne libraries.
All sessions run from 9.30am to 12.30pm.
To find out more about computer courses for beginners, visit https://orlo.uk/Computer_Courses_bMOJk
September 17, 2026 at 11:01 AM
Computer courses for beginners.
SGS College currently offer free 16-week courses at Downend, Bradley Stoke and Winterbourne libraries.
All sessions run from 9.30am to 12.30pm.
To find out more about computer courses for beginners, visit https://orlo.uk/Computer_Courses_bMOJk
SGS College currently offer free 16-week courses at Downend, Bradley Stoke and Winterbourne libraries.
All sessions run from 9.30am to 12.30pm.
To find out more about computer courses for beginners, visit https://orlo.uk/Computer_Courses_bMOJk
Free community walk in Thornbury this weekend.
Conservationist Steve England will be leading the guided-walk with a focus on nature, wildlife, plants and trees.
📍 Pippen Drive, 10.30am, Saturday 19 September.
To book your spot in advance, visit https://orlo.uk/Walk_On_The_Wild_Side_r4Fxq
Conservationist Steve England will be leading the guided-walk with a focus on nature, wildlife, plants and trees.
📍 Pippen Drive, 10.30am, Saturday 19 September.
To book your spot in advance, visit https://orlo.uk/Walk_On_The_Wild_Side_r4Fxq
September 16, 2026 at 2:01 PM
Free community walk in Thornbury this weekend.
Conservationist Steve England will be leading the guided-walk with a focus on nature, wildlife, plants and trees.
📍 Pippen Drive, 10.30am, Saturday 19 September.
To book your spot in advance, visit https://orlo.uk/Walk_On_The_Wild_Side_r4Fxq
Conservationist Steve England will be leading the guided-walk with a focus on nature, wildlife, plants and trees.
📍 Pippen Drive, 10.30am, Saturday 19 September.
To book your spot in advance, visit https://orlo.uk/Walk_On_The_Wild_Side_r4Fxq
Today marks 60 years since the opening of the Severn Bridge, one of the South West's most iconic landmarks.
Opened on 8 September 1966, the bridge transformed travel between England and Wales, strengthening connections for communities, businesses and visitors on both sides of the Severn.
Opened on 8 September 1966, the bridge transformed travel between England and Wales, strengthening connections for communities, businesses and visitors on both sides of the Severn.
September 8, 2026 at 1:01 PM
Today marks 60 years since the opening of the Severn Bridge, one of the South West's most iconic landmarks.
Opened on 8 September 1966, the bridge transformed travel between England and Wales, strengthening connections for communities, businesses and visitors on both sides of the Severn.
Opened on 8 September 1966, the bridge transformed travel between England and Wales, strengthening connections for communities, businesses and visitors on both sides of the Severn.
Over the last year, we've worked with The West of England Mayoral Combined Authority and partners on Citizens For Culture, to help shape the future of culture and creativity across the West of England.
Watch the short documentary at https://orlo.uk/RESqT
Image credit: Ciara Hillyer.
Watch the short documentary at https://orlo.uk/RESqT
Image credit: Ciara Hillyer.
September 8, 2026 at 11:01 AM
Over the last year, we've worked with The West of England Mayoral Combined Authority and partners on Citizens For Culture, to help shape the future of culture and creativity across the West of England.
Watch the short documentary at https://orlo.uk/RESqT
Image credit: Ciara Hillyer.
Watch the short documentary at https://orlo.uk/RESqT
Image credit: Ciara Hillyer.
Coming next week: Heritage Open Days 2026.
Explore this year's theme, Everyday Histories, through exhibitions, tours and local stories from across the area.
To find out more, visit https://orlo.uk/zXgPv
Explore this year's theme, Everyday Histories, through exhibitions, tours and local stories from across the area.
To find out more, visit https://orlo.uk/zXgPv
September 4, 2026 at 11:00 AM
Coming next week: Heritage Open Days 2026.
Explore this year's theme, Everyday Histories, through exhibitions, tours and local stories from across the area.
To find out more, visit https://orlo.uk/zXgPv
Explore this year's theme, Everyday Histories, through exhibitions, tours and local stories from across the area.
To find out more, visit https://orlo.uk/zXgPv
🚲 Free Dr Bike sessions this September and October! Get a free safety check and minor on-the-spot repairs, including punctures, chain and gear fixes. Sessions in Warmley and Bitton.
To book your free place, visit https://orlo.uk/6Ro0t
To book your free place, visit https://orlo.uk/6Ro0t
August 28, 2026 at 3:00 PM
🚲 Free Dr Bike sessions this September and October! Get a free safety check and minor on-the-spot repairs, including punctures, chain and gear fixes. Sessions in Warmley and Bitton.
To book your free place, visit https://orlo.uk/6Ro0t
To book your free place, visit https://orlo.uk/6Ro0t
🍎🌳 Did you know South Gloucestershire is home to more than 50 community orchards?
These green spaces support pollinators, provide food for wildlife, create shade, and help nature thrive.
To find your nearest orchard and get involved, visit https://orlo.uk/EdRJJ
These green spaces support pollinators, provide food for wildlife, create shade, and help nature thrive.
To find your nearest orchard and get involved, visit https://orlo.uk/EdRJJ
August 21, 2026 at 11:00 AM
🍎🌳 Did you know South Gloucestershire is home to more than 50 community orchards?
These green spaces support pollinators, provide food for wildlife, create shade, and help nature thrive.
To find your nearest orchard and get involved, visit https://orlo.uk/EdRJJ
These green spaces support pollinators, provide food for wildlife, create shade, and help nature thrive.
To find your nearest orchard and get involved, visit https://orlo.uk/EdRJJ
Thinking of switching to an EV but don't have a driveway? A Kerbo Charge pavement channel could make home charging possible, helping you charge safely on the street and save compared to public charging. Find out more: https://orlo.uk/U9hpD
August 19, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Thinking of switching to an EV but don't have a driveway? A Kerbo Charge pavement channel could make home charging possible, helping you charge safely on the street and save compared to public charging. Find out more: https://orlo.uk/U9hpD
Recent prolonged dry spells have been tough on our wildlife.
Simple actions like leaving fresh water out for birds, mammals and insects can make a big difference to them.
To learn how you can help, visit https://orlo.uk/ErpMV
Simple actions like leaving fresh water out for birds, mammals and insects can make a big difference to them.
To learn how you can help, visit https://orlo.uk/ErpMV
August 18, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Recent prolonged dry spells have been tough on our wildlife.
Simple actions like leaving fresh water out for birds, mammals and insects can make a big difference to them.
To learn how you can help, visit https://orlo.uk/ErpMV
Simple actions like leaving fresh water out for birds, mammals and insects can make a big difference to them.
To learn how you can help, visit https://orlo.uk/ErpMV
🚲 Help support local cycling by hosting a FREE community bike repair kit.
Open to businesses and community organisations across South Gloucestershire.
Email: [email protected].
Open to businesses and community organisations across South Gloucestershire.
Email: [email protected].
August 13, 2026 at 2:00 PM
🚲 Help support local cycling by hosting a FREE community bike repair kit.
Open to businesses and community organisations across South Gloucestershire.
Email: [email protected].
Open to businesses and community organisations across South Gloucestershire.
Email: [email protected].
Placement opportunities with GWR at Bristol Parkway Station, starting in September and October 🚆
Through the South Gloucestershire Youth Guarantee Programme, eligible 17 to 21 year olds can gain experience and receive careers support 👉 https://orlo.uk/Youth_Guarantee_F4jkr
Through the South Gloucestershire Youth Guarantee Programme, eligible 17 to 21 year olds can gain experience and receive careers support 👉 https://orlo.uk/Youth_Guarantee_F4jkr
August 10, 2026 at 11:01 AM
Placement opportunities with GWR at Bristol Parkway Station, starting in September and October 🚆
Through the South Gloucestershire Youth Guarantee Programme, eligible 17 to 21 year olds can gain experience and receive careers support 👉 https://orlo.uk/Youth_Guarantee_F4jkr
Through the South Gloucestershire Youth Guarantee Programme, eligible 17 to 21 year olds can gain experience and receive careers support 👉 https://orlo.uk/Youth_Guarantee_F4jkr
We’ve partnered with Enterprise Car Club to bring new hybrid vehicles to Harry Stoke, Lyde Green, Staple Hill, Beaufort Park and Filton Avenue.
Cost-effective travel, 1,300+ cars and vans UK-wide, book by hour or day, app access 24/7.
To find out more info, visit https://orlo.uk/deycP
Cost-effective travel, 1,300+ cars and vans UK-wide, book by hour or day, app access 24/7.
To find out more info, visit https://orlo.uk/deycP
August 5, 2026 at 11:01 AM
We’ve partnered with Enterprise Car Club to bring new hybrid vehicles to Harry Stoke, Lyde Green, Staple Hill, Beaufort Park and Filton Avenue.
Cost-effective travel, 1,300+ cars and vans UK-wide, book by hour or day, app access 24/7.
To find out more info, visit https://orlo.uk/deycP
Cost-effective travel, 1,300+ cars and vans UK-wide, book by hour or day, app access 24/7.
To find out more info, visit https://orlo.uk/deycP
Have your say on tourism and events in South Gloucestershire.
Visit West wants to hear from local residents about tourism, festivals and events. Your feedback will help shape future decisions across the region.
To take the survey, visit https://orlo.uk/CbthE
Visit West wants to hear from local residents about tourism, festivals and events. Your feedback will help shape future decisions across the region.
To take the survey, visit https://orlo.uk/CbthE
August 5, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Have your say on tourism and events in South Gloucestershire.
Visit West wants to hear from local residents about tourism, festivals and events. Your feedback will help shape future decisions across the region.
To take the survey, visit https://orlo.uk/CbthE
Visit West wants to hear from local residents about tourism, festivals and events. Your feedback will help shape future decisions across the region.
To take the survey, visit https://orlo.uk/CbthE
🌿 Imagine every garden, verge and green space working together for nature.
Community Nature Reserves help wildlife thrive and bring neighbours together. 🦔💚
To find out how you can get involved, visit https://orlo.uk/Community_Nature_Reserve_zdf2N
Community Nature Reserves help wildlife thrive and bring neighbours together. 🦔💚
To find out how you can get involved, visit https://orlo.uk/Community_Nature_Reserve_zdf2N
August 3, 2026 at 2:01 PM
🌿 Imagine every garden, verge and green space working together for nature.
Community Nature Reserves help wildlife thrive and bring neighbours together. 🦔💚
To find out how you can get involved, visit https://orlo.uk/Community_Nature_Reserve_zdf2N
Community Nature Reserves help wildlife thrive and bring neighbours together. 🦔💚
To find out how you can get involved, visit https://orlo.uk/Community_Nature_Reserve_zdf2N
The Big Conversation on Care is now open, giving everyone in #SouthGlos and across the country a chance to shape the future of adult social care.
What do you think the future of adult social care should look like? Have your say and find out more 👉 https://orlo.uk/The_Big_Conversation_EH4VC
What do you think the future of adult social care should look like? Have your say and find out more 👉 https://orlo.uk/The_Big_Conversation_EH4VC
July 31, 2026 at 11:02 AM
The Big Conversation on Care is now open, giving everyone in #SouthGlos and across the country a chance to shape the future of adult social care.
What do you think the future of adult social care should look like? Have your say and find out more 👉 https://orlo.uk/The_Big_Conversation_EH4VC
What do you think the future of adult social care should look like? Have your say and find out more 👉 https://orlo.uk/The_Big_Conversation_EH4VC
Thinking about cycling more? 🚴
Borrow a pedal bike for up to 1 month or an e-bike for up to 2 weeks, completely FREE.
Lights, lock and panniers included, helmet available. Collect from Bristol's CREATE Centre.
Visit https://orlo.uk/Try_Out_A_Bike_NEDOH
Borrow a pedal bike for up to 1 month or an e-bike for up to 2 weeks, completely FREE.
Lights, lock and panniers included, helmet available. Collect from Bristol's CREATE Centre.
Visit https://orlo.uk/Try_Out_A_Bike_NEDOH
July 28, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Thinking about cycling more? 🚴
Borrow a pedal bike for up to 1 month or an e-bike for up to 2 weeks, completely FREE.
Lights, lock and panniers included, helmet available. Collect from Bristol's CREATE Centre.
Visit https://orlo.uk/Try_Out_A_Bike_NEDOH
Borrow a pedal bike for up to 1 month or an e-bike for up to 2 weeks, completely FREE.
Lights, lock and panniers included, helmet available. Collect from Bristol's CREATE Centre.
Visit https://orlo.uk/Try_Out_A_Bike_NEDOH
Want to upskill in retrofit?
Retrofit West is offering Training Grants of up to £1,000 for courses in low-carbon solutions and PAS standards.
To apply now, visit https://orlo.uk/Retrofit_Grants_2s1S0
Retrofit West is offering Training Grants of up to £1,000 for courses in low-carbon solutions and PAS standards.
To apply now, visit https://orlo.uk/Retrofit_Grants_2s1S0
July 23, 2026 at 11:00 AM
Want to upskill in retrofit?
Retrofit West is offering Training Grants of up to £1,000 for courses in low-carbon solutions and PAS standards.
To apply now, visit https://orlo.uk/Retrofit_Grants_2s1S0
Retrofit West is offering Training Grants of up to £1,000 for courses in low-carbon solutions and PAS standards.
To apply now, visit https://orlo.uk/Retrofit_Grants_2s1S0
🐝 Think a nature reserve is somewhere you visit? Think again!
Community Nature Reserves connect gardens, schools and green spaces to help wildlife thrive across whole neighbourhoods. 🌿 Your patch counts!
To find out how you can get involved, visit https://orlo.uk/auNIR
Community Nature Reserves connect gardens, schools and green spaces to help wildlife thrive across whole neighbourhoods. 🌿 Your patch counts!
To find out how you can get involved, visit https://orlo.uk/auNIR
July 20, 2026 at 8:01 AM
🐝 Think a nature reserve is somewhere you visit? Think again!
Community Nature Reserves connect gardens, schools and green spaces to help wildlife thrive across whole neighbourhoods. 🌿 Your patch counts!
To find out how you can get involved, visit https://orlo.uk/auNIR
Community Nature Reserves connect gardens, schools and green spaces to help wildlife thrive across whole neighbourhoods. 🌿 Your patch counts!
To find out how you can get involved, visit https://orlo.uk/auNIR
🦋 The Big Butterfly Count is underway! Spend just 15 minutes counting butterflies in your garden, local park or green space before 9 August. Every sighting matters – even zero counts help scientists.
Download the free ID chart. 👇
https://orlo.uk/Big_Butterfly_Count_jGw5h
Download the free ID chart. 👇
https://orlo.uk/Big_Butterfly_Count_jGw5h
July 17, 2026 at 11:01 AM
🦋 The Big Butterfly Count is underway! Spend just 15 minutes counting butterflies in your garden, local park or green space before 9 August. Every sighting matters – even zero counts help scientists.
Download the free ID chart. 👇
https://orlo.uk/Big_Butterfly_Count_jGw5h
Download the free ID chart. 👇
https://orlo.uk/Big_Butterfly_Count_jGw5h
Explore the hidden world of William Champion, Bristol industrialist who pioneered the first commercial production of zinc in Europe on Sunday 19 July. Visit 3 historic sites, including the Clock Tower open to the public for the first time. Tickets £5 (under 16s free). 👉 https://orlo.uk/S4giI
July 16, 2026 at 3:15 PM
Explore the hidden world of William Champion, Bristol industrialist who pioneered the first commercial production of zinc in Europe on Sunday 19 July. Visit 3 historic sites, including the Clock Tower open to the public for the first time. Tickets £5 (under 16s free). 👉 https://orlo.uk/S4giI
💧 Small changes can make a big difference. We all use water every day, and simple actions like taking shorter showers or using a washing-up bowl can help save water for the future.
We're supporting Lets Save Water.
To find out how you can get involved, visit https://orlo.uk/pNX5k
We're supporting Lets Save Water.
To find out how you can get involved, visit https://orlo.uk/pNX5k
July 15, 2026 at 11:01 AM
💧 Small changes can make a big difference. We all use water every day, and simple actions like taking shorter showers or using a washing-up bowl can help save water for the future.
We're supporting Lets Save Water.
To find out how you can get involved, visit https://orlo.uk/pNX5k
We're supporting Lets Save Water.
To find out how you can get involved, visit https://orlo.uk/pNX5k
🚲 Want to get back into cycling? Rusty Riders offers free, friendly sessions for adults to build confidence and refresh their bike skills. No bike? Help is available.
📍 Yate, from July to September.
Free (booking required).
To book, visit https://orlo.uk/en7G4
📍 Yate, from July to September.
Free (booking required).
To book, visit https://orlo.uk/en7G4
July 7, 2026 at 2:00 PM
🚲 Want to get back into cycling? Rusty Riders offers free, friendly sessions for adults to build confidence and refresh their bike skills. No bike? Help is available.
📍 Yate, from July to September.
Free (booking required).
To book, visit https://orlo.uk/en7G4
📍 Yate, from July to September.
Free (booking required).
To book, visit https://orlo.uk/en7G4
🦋 Join the Big Butterfly Count in South Gloucestershire!
Main counting period from 17 July to 9 August. Spend 15 minutes counting butterflies in your garden, local park or green space.
Take part via the app or by visiting https://orlo.uk/r261l
Main counting period from 17 July to 9 August. Spend 15 minutes counting butterflies in your garden, local park or green space.
Take part via the app or by visiting https://orlo.uk/r261l
July 7, 2026 at 11:01 AM
🦋 Join the Big Butterfly Count in South Gloucestershire!
Main counting period from 17 July to 9 August. Spend 15 minutes counting butterflies in your garden, local park or green space.
Take part via the app or by visiting https://orlo.uk/r261l
Main counting period from 17 July to 9 August. Spend 15 minutes counting butterflies in your garden, local park or green space.
Take part via the app or by visiting https://orlo.uk/r261l
🌳 Volunteer at Pucklechurch Wood!
Help care for newly planted trees this summer, clear grass, fix stakes, and boost survival rates. No experience needed.
Be part of creating South Gloucestershires largest new woodland!
Car park just south of the M4 bridge.
To book, visit https://orlo.uk/20bqu
Help care for newly planted trees this summer, clear grass, fix stakes, and boost survival rates. No experience needed.
Be part of creating South Gloucestershires largest new woodland!
Car park just south of the M4 bridge.
To book, visit https://orlo.uk/20bqu
July 1, 2026 at 8:02 AM
🌳 Volunteer at Pucklechurch Wood!
Help care for newly planted trees this summer, clear grass, fix stakes, and boost survival rates. No experience needed.
Be part of creating South Gloucestershires largest new woodland!
Car park just south of the M4 bridge.
To book, visit https://orlo.uk/20bqu
Help care for newly planted trees this summer, clear grass, fix stakes, and boost survival rates. No experience needed.
Be part of creating South Gloucestershires largest new woodland!
Car park just south of the M4 bridge.
To book, visit https://orlo.uk/20bqu
🌱 Winterbourne: shape your community energy future!
📍 9 July from 6pm to 8.30pm, Hambrook Sports Club.
Explore local solar, community ownership and how to get involved.
Everyone welcome and free refreshments!
To book, visit https://orlo.uk/8BP7P
📍 9 July from 6pm to 8.30pm, Hambrook Sports Club.
Explore local solar, community ownership and how to get involved.
Everyone welcome and free refreshments!
To book, visit https://orlo.uk/8BP7P
June 30, 2026 at 2:00 PM
🌱 Winterbourne: shape your community energy future!
📍 9 July from 6pm to 8.30pm, Hambrook Sports Club.
Explore local solar, community ownership and how to get involved.
Everyone welcome and free refreshments!
To book, visit https://orlo.uk/8BP7P
📍 9 July from 6pm to 8.30pm, Hambrook Sports Club.
Explore local solar, community ownership and how to get involved.
Everyone welcome and free refreshments!
To book, visit https://orlo.uk/8BP7P