Archive for 12-18 years
{ September 9, 2008 @ 5:45 pm }
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{ 12-18 years, 8-12 years, Bristol Venues, Family info }
{ Tags: Bristol, children, Cinema, September }
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Meet the Robinsons
Time Out review:
The time-travelling premise to Disney’s ‘Jetsons’-style sci-fi animation bears a faint resemblance to ‘Back to the Future’, with elements of ‘The Terminator’. It’s a frenetic enterprise, but it does at least address the spectre of adoption in a sensitive way. To date, dweebish orphan Lewis has been through 124 adoption interviews; his propensity for inventing things that go wrong is the reason for his latest rejection. Lewis’ life changes dramatically, however, when young Wilbur Robinson rocks up in his spaceship and whisks him off to the future, a high-rise, pastel-coloured floating world, where Lewis meets the space cadet’s nutty family. Meanwhile, in the wings is a Dick Dastardly-style figure…
The first 20 minutes of this competently animated kids’ adventure are entertaining enough. But thereafter, the plot fractures, the pace goes into overdrive and the jokes wear thin. Some loose ends are tied up, but what a convoluted journey. Check out the impressive 3D version.
{ September 7, 2008 @ 11:43 am }
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{ 12-18 years, 8-12 years, Bristol Events, Bristol Venues, Family info, Free }
{ Tags: Bristol, explore, family, science }
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A great day out for parents and kids.
Admission- £15 annual membership for disabled children,carers go free.
Annual memberships available for families.wheelchair friendly. nice cafe.
Explore will be closed 8-19th Sept for refurbishments,but will open with new exhibits.
Things to do-
Eye for colour-
A new exhibit exploring colour,from Sept 20.
Jet,set,go-
Treats kids to a fun-packed airport experience.
Speedy sports show-
A fun family science event.
The Planetarium-
A seasonal night sky show-Autumn night sky from Sept 20. Free places can be booked at the ticket desk.Daily 11am-4pm weekends,and 11 am-2pm in term time.
Plus-
Live science zone,Curiosity zone,the amazing brain,Play Tv,Move it.
There is too much to be covered in a day,so getting an annual pass is well worth it.
{ July 30, 2008 @ 2:39 pm }
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{ 0-8 years, 12-18 years, 16-18 years, 8-12 years, Bristol Events, Family info, Free, holiday }
{ Tags: circus, festivals, free Bristol events, music }
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It’s time for this year’s Harbour Festival. The line up looks really good and it’s free. I know I’ll be disappointed to be missing Beth Rowley on Saturday evening. This is an ideal befriending outing as there’ll be something for all age groups and interests (unless the child you’re matched with hates noise or crowds!).
See the programme by clicking here:
{ July 10, 2008 @ 11:46 am }
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{ 12-18 years, 8-12 years, Bristol Events, Family info, Free }
{ Tags: Bristol dance, Bristol Events, free bristol activities }
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Bristol Fusion Dance will be holding free sessions over the next few weeks which are open to everyone to learn two urban fusion dance routines. In addition to the regular sessions there will be extra classes on:Sunday 6 July, 3-5pm, Easton Community Centre
Thursday 10 July, 6-8pm, The Old Fire Station, Broadmead
Friday 11 July, 10.30am-12.30pm; 1- 2.30pm; 4.30-6pm; 6.30-8pm at the Old Fire Station.
The dance routines will be performed on Saturday 12 July in the Haymarket in Broadmead at 1pm, 3pm and 5pm. All participants are invited to perform and the routines will be rehearsed and taught on the day. For more information contact Cleo, ( 077 7182 5035, fusion.dancers@btinternet.com or visit www.bristolfusiondance.com
{ July 2, 2008 @ 1:56 pm }
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{ 0-8 years, 12-18 years, 8-12 years, Bristol Events, Family info, Out of town venue, holiday }
{ Tags: cycling }
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“A train service, much loved by Bristol’s cyclists, is back on the rails. The Sun and Sand Explorer runs between Bristol Temple Meads and Weymouth every Saturday until the end of AugustA similar service used to run twice daily down to the south coast, but it was not included in the latest franchise agreement between the Department for Transport and First Great Western. However, following lobbying by disappointed sun seekers, First announced that it would reinstate the service during the summer months.
It’s a reminder of how rail travel used to be. The vintage diesel locomotives that haul the train are (gosh!) reliable. The old carriages have (gasp!) lots of space. Passengers get to enjoy (wow!) comfy seats and tables. And most amazing of all (get this!) there’s a humungous guard’s van that takes bicycles.
Read the full story by clicking this link. For timetable and booking info, click here.”
(this post was copied from LifeCycle’s July ebulletin)
{ July 2, 2008 @ 1:41 pm }
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{ 12-18 years, 8-12 years, Family info }
{ Tags: cycling }
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There was good news for Bristol cyclists last week, as a total of £22.8-million (half from government, half raised locally) will be invested in cycling initiatives over the next three years. Part of this investment will go towards the Hourbike scheme. This will be a Pay-as-you-go cycle hire scheme with pick up and drop off locations around Bristol. The first 1/2 hour will be free and then it will cost £1 an hour. See http://www.hourbike.com/hourbike/home.do to register for more information and to find out the details. This new scheme will start in September, and could provide an excellent befriending activity.
You can also keep up to date with Bristol cycling news via the LifeCycle website: http://www.lifecycleuk.org.uk/events.php
{ June 26, 2008 @ 5:22 pm }
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{ 12-18 years, 16-18 years, Bristol Events, Free }
{ Tags: Bristol listings }
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The Bristol Listings site maybe useful if you’re looking for something to do for a befriending outing. This is probably more suitable for the older young people as it’s mostly gigs etc. There even seems to be a category for free gigs (although I’m not sure how good the music is…). The site is associated with Suit Yourself Magazine, a local independent.
{ June 17, 2008 @ 12:23 pm }
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{ 12-18 years, 8-12 years, Bristol Events, Family info, Free }
{ Tags: Bristol Refugee Week }
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Copied from http://bristolrefugeeweek.co.uk/refugee-week-2008.html click on the titles below to find out more…
Saturday 14th June Creating a Tibetan Sand Mandala The Pierian Centre, 27 Portland Sq, St Pauls, BS2 8SA, 12 noon – 3pm 14th June, then 12 – 2pm 15th – 22nd June FREE
Sunday 15th June Celebrating Sanctuary Fun Day Queen Square, Bristol BS1, 12.30 – 8pm FREE
A day of live dance, music and art from international artists.
Including: Stories, Myths and Tales , Somali Aqaal, Under 16’s, 5 a Side Football, Write Out Racism
Monday 16th – Friday 20th June ‘Journey to Safety’ giant board game; The Woodward Community Resource Centre, Alexandra Park, Fishponds, BS16 2BG FREE
Monday 16th June Storytelling and Talks with Ghazals and Sufi Music
Kyon Hosseini addresses Muslims’ obligations as refugees;The Pierian Centre, 27 Portland Sq, St Paul’s, BS2 8SA; 7.30 pm FREE
Tuesday 17th June ‘A UNIVERSAL PASSION’
The Pierian Centre, 27 Portland Sq, St Paul’s, BS2 8SA; 7.30pm FREE
Launch of Monica Connell’s book of photos and stories accompanied by live music from Zimbabwean mbira maestro, Chartwell Dutiro
Wednesday 18th June Floating Doors
The Pierian Centre, 27 Portland Sq, St Paul’s, BS2 8SA
10am7:30pm – 9pm FREE
Friday 20th June An Evening of Somali Storytelling
The Pierian Centre, 27 Portland Sq, St Paul’s, BS2 8SA
7.30pm FREE
Saturday 21st June Zimbabwe Day
The Pierian Centre, 27 Portland Sq, St Paul’s, BS2 8SA
12 noon until 12 midnight FREE
Day of Zimbabwe culture, music and dancing.
Saturday 21st June Annual Football Tournament
Netham Pavilion, Redfield, BS5 9RN
10am – 5pm FREE
Sunday 22nd June Closing Ceremony with Breathing Fire
The Pierian Centre, 27 Portland Sq, St Paul’s, BS2 8SA
7.30pm – 9pm FREE
Sing ‘n’ Slam Refugee Week Competition for young people
Small Action Got one tiny IDEA for one small ACTION that would make a HUGE DIFFERENCE?
{ June 6, 2008 @ 11:13 am }
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{ 12-18 years, 8-12 years, Bristol Venues, Discounts, Family info, Venue }
{ Tags: Bristol discounts }
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There are more great VIB rewards available at the Bristol: Avonmeads hollywood bowl during June. You need to sign up for their VIB card to do this, but you can do this on http://www.hollywoodbowl.co.uk/vib.php. The discounts at the moment are:
“2 Games for £5
Available Sunday to Thursday only after 6pm.
Valid for VIB members plus up to 3 friends. Valid from Sunday 1st June 2008 until Thursday 26th June 2008 inclusive.
2 games for £4
Available Sunday to Thursday after 9pm.
Valid for VIB members plus up to 3 friends.
Valid from Sunday 1st June 2008 until Thursday 26th June 2008 inclusive.
Don’t forget to bring your VIB card with you, as this is required to validate and provide your reward. If you have not yet collected your VIB card, don’t worry, take your registration email with you and you will be able to pick up your VIB card and claim your June rewards.”
Terms and conditions do apply, so please visit the hollywood bowl website for further detail.
{ May 30, 2008 @ 9:09 pm }
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{ 12-18 years, 8-12 years, Bristol Venues, Family info }
{ Tags: family, half term, zoo }
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Failand Road
Wraxall
Bristol
BS48 1PG
Full disabled access
Saturday February 9th 2008 – Saturday November 1st 2008.
Open from Monday to Saturday, ALL SEASON.
10:30 am – 5:00 pm
From their website:
“To celebrate half term Noah’s Ark is running a fancy dress contest. Children dressed in their favourite animal costume get in half price all week (26th May – 31st May). Join in the fancy dress competition at 3.30pm daily in the Ark Arena and you might win a cool prize!
Whether holding baby chicks, rabbits and guinea pigs or feeding the deer and camels, Noah’s Ark offers a truly ‘hands-on’ experience!
We have over 85 types of animal here, including rhinos, reptiles, rabbits, rheas and rosellas to name a few!
With so much to see and do here, a visit typically lasts from 2-5 hours. Some of our season ticket members have been known to visit 30 or 40 times in a year!
Our daily animal shows, reptile and rhino encounters can teach you fun new facts about animals while getting up close!
There’s plenty of space to let off steam, indoors as well as outdoors – the rain doesn’t have to keep you couped up!
We have play equipment for all ages. Our outdoor adventure play areas may even challenge the oldies!”
| Admission prices for 2008 (valid until November 3rd 2008) |
| Child (Aged 2-16) |
£8 |
| Babies (Under 2) |
FREE |
| Adults |
£10 |
| Concessions |
£9 |
| Family (2+2) |
£33.00 |
| Family (1+3) (1+3) |
£31.00 |
| Free car parking |
{ May 30, 2008 @ 8:48 pm }
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{ 12-18 years, 8-12 years, Bristol Venues, Free }
{ Tags: free half term family fun }
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From their website:
Going Underground: Hands on Activity
Sunday 1 June
10am-4pm
Bristol’s City Museum & Art Gallery
FREE
Handle real objects and get creative with a range of activities all themed to the weird and wonderful things you can find beneath your feet. Check out what other people have dug up and revealed from the earth we walk on.
Children must have adult supervision at all times.
Suitable for up to 10 years.
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Steaming! Train rides along the harbourside
Trains depart from ss Great Britain
Saturday 7, Sunday 8 June 2008
11am – 5pm
Our impressive steam train chugs into action once again. From as little as £2 for a single, visitors can take a ride on Britain’s only dockside steam railway, taking in the sites along the water.
The train will depart from the ss Great Britain on the harbourside every 40 minutes between 11am-5pm Prices are £3 return £2 single. Under 6s Free. ss Great Britain ticket holders receive £1 off.
For dates throughout the year click here.
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Find Alfred the Gorilla at Bristol’s City Museum & Art Gallery
One of Bristol’s Museums, Galleries & Archives star attractions- Alfred the Gorilla will be leading the way at Bristol’s City Museum & Art Gallery with the launch of fun signs directing visitors to his home in the World Wildlife Gallery.
‘Where is Alfred the Gorilla?’ is one of the most frequently asked questions at the museum so, as a response, the famous ape will be seen in a variety of cheeky poses directing visitors to his display.
Come along and discover more old and new favourites at the museum today!
Don’t forget to bookmark our family fun pages- we will keep these updated with all the wonderful things we have planned for families over the next few months.
www.bristol.gov.uk/museumfamilyfun
{ May 29, 2008 @ 8:06 am }
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{ 12-18 years, 8-12 years, Bristol Venues }
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http://www.flyingsaucers.co.uk/
A lovely painting pottery cafe located near the triangle. Ideal to spend a wet afternoon.There are a variety of items to paint – mugs,plates,piggy banks,bowls.A variety of paints,brushes and tools are provided to create different designs,and staff are very friendly.
Cost =£5 for adults and £4 for children to use the painting materials
+ the cost of individual items ranging from £9 -£15.
{ May 28, 2008 @ 1:28 pm }
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{ 12-18 years, 8-12 years, Bristol Events, Bristol Venues, Disability News, Family info }
{ Tags: Disability sports }
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To find out about organised sports for disabled young people in Bristol, go to this link.
{ May 28, 2008 @ 1:17 pm }
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{ 0-8 years, 12-18 years, 8-12 years, Bristol Venues, Disability News, Family info, Venue }
{ Tags: swimming }
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Venue: Henbury Leisure Centre
When: Sunday afternoons
Time: 4pm-5pm
Cost: £1.50 (Junior) £2.50 (Adult, volunteers should be free?)
Age: All ages
{ May 27, 2008 @ 1:55 pm }
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{ 0-8 years, 12-18 years, 8-12 years, Bristol Events, Family info, Free }
{ Tags: Bristol Events }
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The Festival will be launched with a music concert at St. Georges Bristol and a celebration of music and wildlife. Find out more and book tickets.
Download the 2008 Festival of Nature Programme
Entry to the Festival is free and all activities have wheelchair access. Please arrive 15 minutes before any scheduled activities; seats will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. Some activities are subject to a small charge and advance booking is necessary.
Animal encounters, science experiments, solar observation, exploration and creation of wildlife habitats, and the opportunity to try your hand at being a
TV presenter are just some of the many things you can do at the Festival of Nature. There are activities for all ages and interests.
Please check the website for any change to the schedule (www.festivalofnature.org). For more information, please contact the Festival office on 0117 370 0971 or info@festivalofnature.org.
{ May 22, 2008 @ 11:29 am }
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{ 0-8 years, 12-18 years, 8-12 years, Bristol Events, Free, holiday }
{ Tags: free bristol activities, half term Bristol }
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Tuesday 27 May 1-4 @ the Netham
Family Fun Day for all ages
Ball Games – volleyball, cricket, rounders, tennis, football
Badge Making
Hair Braiding/Henna Tattoo
Art workshop – express your creativity by making costumes
DJ with a microphone come and spit some lyrics
Wednesday 28 May 1.30-3:30 @ the Crypt
Ages 12-19
Pool competition
Music making workshop
Art workshop
Thursday 29 May 1-4 @ the Netham
Family fun day for all Ages
Teddy Bears Picnic – bring your teddy bears and a picnic!
We’ll have traditional games like sack races, tug’o’war, assault courses.
We’ll make rice crispy cakes for dessert.
DJ with a microphone – come and sing a song!
Pot painting
Attention Please
Family Fun Days on the Netham are open access, this means everybody can come and go as they please.
The activity is not a childcare service.
Children aged under 8 must be accompanied by an adult and supervised at all times.
{ May 19, 2008 @ 12:50 pm }
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{ 12-18 years, Bristol Events, holiday }
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Click image to enlarge.
Some costs apply and young people need to be supervised on trips (e.g. with their befriender). All 13-19 year olds are eligible.
Awaz Utaoh Ltd, 415-417 Stapleton Road, Eastville, Bristol BS5 6NE Tel: 9354528
{ February 29, 2008 @ 4:02 pm }
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{ 12-18 years, 8-12 years, Bristol Events, Bristol Venues, Discounts, holiday }
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This is a good venue for a busy or curious child. It is also indoors so perfect for wet weekends. Volunteers can get into Explore free, but you need to phone to book ahead (say you’re a carer with Time2Share and show your Time2Share ID at the door). The child you’re with can get an education rate (which is £4.45 for Explore). Toddler time
Explore also has special toddler afternoons. Entry to carers is half-price (£4.50) during these special sessions, and children under 5 go free. Don’t miss the story-telling sessions! Suitable for children under 5 and their families.
Venue: Explore-At-Bristol
Cost: Half-price entry to carers (max. 2 adults per child). Children under 5 go free.
Dates: 3, 10, 17 March 2008
Times: 2pm to 5pm
