Local Community Groups
Citizens Advice South Gloucestershire
Do you need advice? At Citizens Advice South Gloucestershire we can advise you on issues around:
- Benefits
- Employment
- Housing
- Immigration
- Relationship breakdowns
- Pensions
Our face to face drop in sessions is at Stoke Gifford, The Community Hall, Little Stoke Lane, BS34 6HR:-
Every 2nd and 4th Monday
12.30pm–2.30pm from January until March 2026
10am–12noon from April 2026 onwards
Talk to us online: www.citizensadvice.org.uk
Call us: Freephone 0808 278 7947
Community Police Team
Beat Surgery
Come along and meet your local Neighbourhood Policing Team. You can talk to us about any issues or concerns and get crime prevention advice.
Beat Surgeries at Little Stoke Community Hall, BS34 6HR
- Wednesday 6th May 2026 - 10:00–12:00
- Wednesday 3rd June 2026 - 10:00–12:00
- Wednesday 1st July 2026 - 10:00–12:00
- Wednesday 29th July 2026 - 10:00–12:00
- Wednesday 26th August 2026 - 10:00–12:00
- Wednesday 23rd September 2026 - 10:00–12:00
Beat Surgeries at Brooklands Park Community Centre, BS34 8AZ
- Saturday 16th May 2026 - 13:00–15:00
- Saturday 13th June 2026 - 13:00–15:00
- Saturday 11th July 2026 - 13:00–15:00
- Saturday 8th August 2026 - 13:00–15:00
- Saturday 5th September 2026 - 13:00–15:00
- Saturday 3rd October 2026 - 13:00–15:00
Who will be attending: All public/residents of the Stoke Gifford Parish are welcome to meet with a member of the Little Stoke / Stoke Gifford Beat Team and discuss issues of concern
View the latest report here: Stoke Gifford and Little Stoke Neighbourhood Beat Team (Word)
Contact the Police Team
If you wish to make contact with your local PC/PCSO please email them on the following addresses:
Jack Bowen - PC 2501
Email: jack.bowen@avonandsomerset.police.uk
Romaric Mebenga Ngah - PCSO 9616
Email: Romaric.MebengaNgah@avonandsomerset.police.uk
Charlote Hocking-Brown - PCSO 6337
Email: Charlotte.Hocking-Brown@avonandsomerset.police.uk
Use 999 for emergencies
Four Towns and Vale Link Community Transport
Royal British Legion: Stoke Gifford Branch
Our branch in Stoke Gifford was founded in 1928, this was at a time when standards were very high and we aim to maintain those standards within our branch.
Contact Address: 255 North Road, Stoke Gifford, Bristol, BS34 8P
Tel: 01454 775632
Email: rblstokegifford@gmail.com
Salvation Army - Employment Plus
The Salvation Army's Employment Plus service offers tailored support to help people become job-ready. Our aim is to help job seekers to get a job and stay in work.
Operating at the heart of communities in more than 650 locations across the United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland, we empower individuals to overcome obstacles they face professionally and personally, and to fulfil their life ambitions.
South Glos LIFE - Local information for everyone
South Glos LIFE is an accessible source of information, advice and guidance for people living in South Gloucestershire, built by us with local partner organisations.
Community groups, events and what’s on in your area.
Family advice, parenting support, childcare and education options.
Special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) services and information.
Advice and support for adults of all ages, how to stay safe and independent at home and care options for older people.
Visit life.southglos.gov.uk for further information.
StreetLink
StreetLink is a platform that connects people rough sleeping in England and Wales to support provided by local authorities and charities.
This includes anyone who is sleeping outside, preparing to bed down, or sleeping somewhere not designed for habitation, such as a car. To make these connections, the platform relies on alerts submitted by members of the public and people sleeping rough.
Follow the link below to visit the StreetLink platform:
Turtle CYP
Turtle CYP was started in 1998 by a group of local organisations who identified a need in the community. It was set up as a community organisation and over the years, has been know as 'Four Towns Play Association', and most recently, 'South Gloucestershire Playscheme'.
Website: www.turtlecyp.co.uk
Youth Clubs in Stoke Gifford
FACE (Foundation for Active Community Engagement) provides a range of engaging activities for young people in South Gloucestershire, through weekly youth clubs and groups, outreach sessions and daytrips.
Mondays - Little Stoke Youth Club
Little Stoke Scout Hut
6.30pm to 8.30pm
Year 6+
Tuesdays - Brooklands Youth Art Project
Brooklands Park Community Centre
7pm to 9pm
Year 7+
- Play Games
- Cooking Skills
- Make Crafts
- Hang Out With Friends
- Go On Trips
For more information, please contact us:
Email: charlie@facecharity.org.uk
Website: facecharity.org.uk
YTL Arena, Brabazon Development
The planning application to repurpose the iconic Brabazon Hangars into a 17,080-capacity arena complex has been approved by Bristol City Council, South Gloucestershire Council and the Secretary of State.
Download the following documents for further information:
- YTL Arena Vision Presentation (PDF)
- Questions & Answers from YTL Arena Pop-Up 1st July 2021 (PDF)
- Presentation - January 2022 (PDF)
- Get Involved - Help us plan for the opening of the YTL Bristol Arena (PDF)
- Presentation (Update) - March 2023 (PDF)
Consultation launched to help shape the future of Brabazon
YTL Developments is today launching a public consultation to help shape the future of Brabazon – the new neighbourhood for Bristol being built on the former Filton Airfield.
Download the consultation poster (PDF) for further details.
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