THURSDAY 12th NOVEMBER
Community Meal & Thursday Church at Ebenezer Church
When: Second Thursday of every month, 6.30pm to 7.15pm
Where: Ebenezer Church, 286 Filton Avenue, Horfield, Bristol BS7 0BA
Cost: Free
Looking for a friendly, welcoming place to share a meal and connect with others in the local community? Ebenezer Church in Horfield hosts a free Community Meal on the second Thursday of every month, open to everyone.
Join the community from 6.30pm to 7.15pm for a simple, free meal. Afterwards, you’re warmly invited to stay for Thursday Church at 7.30pm, although you’re very welcome to attend either event independently.
Everyone is welcome, whether you’re new to the area, looking to meet people, or simply fancy sharing a meal in good company.
For more information, visit: www.ebe.org.uk/communitymeal
SATURDAY 14th NOVEMBER
Ardagh Food and Craft Market
When: 10am-3pm
Where: Ardagh, Horfield Common, BS6 7YL
Entry: Free
Every second Saturday monthly, the courtyard at The Ardagh comes alive with the best of our local community with friendly faces, brilliant makers, delicious food and that unmistakable Horfield buzz. Tuck into street food cooked with love, browse handmade crafts, discover unique gifts, enjoy live music, and pop into our much‑loved community plant nursery for something green to take home.
It’s the perfect place to catch up with people, support local traders, and enjoy a relaxed Saturday on the Common.
TUESDAY 17th NOVEMBER
Board Game Evening: The Ardagh
When: 6-8pm
Where: Horfield Common, BS6 7YL
Entry: Free
Are you ready to roll? Every Tuesday we’re open for board game nights at the café.
Join us on Tuesday evenings, 6-8pm for delicious freshly cooked comfort food, drinks, and warm company to make the winter nights brighter.
No need to book, just pop by and settle in.
SATURDAY 21st NOVEMBER
Repair Cafe: The Ardagh
When: 10am-12 noon
Where: Horfield Common, Kellaway Ave. BS6 7YL
Cost: Free
A community event where volunteer repairers help fix household items, small electricals, clothing, toys, and other belongings to reduce waste and encourage reuse.
Bring your broken items along and volunteer “fixers” will work with you to try to repair them.
The aim is to reduce waste going to landfill, save money by repairing rather than replacing, share practical repair skills, and build community connections.
Christmas Wreath Workshop: The Ardagh
When: 10am-12.30pm
Where: Horfield Common, BS6 7YL
Cost: £35 – booking essential
Create a handmade Christmas wreath using seasonal foliage. Learn wreath-making techniques in a relaxed, supportive workshop and leave with something beautiful for your home.
No experience needed. Small group, limited spaces.
This is a relaxed workshop learning practical skills and taking home a wreath you’ve made yourself.
We use sustainable techniques throughout, no single-use materials, just seasonal foliage and traditional wreath making methods. Perfect for decorating your front door or as a gift.
You may want to bring an apron, gloves and a warm coat!
Horfield Methodist Church Christmas Fayre
When: 11am-1pm
Where: Churchways Ave, BS7 8SN
Festive fun including games and sideshows, crafts, toys, books, food, cakes, and refreshments.
TUESDAY 24th NOVEMBER
Board Game Evening: The Ardagh
When: 6-8pm
Where: Horfield Common, BS6 7YL
Entry: Free
Are you ready to roll? Every Tuesday we’re open for board game nights at the café.
Join us on Tuesday evenings, 6-8pm for delicious freshly cooked comfort food, drinks, and warm company to make the winter nights brighter.
No need to book, just pop by and settle in.
THURSDAY 26th NOVEMBER
Bishopston Christmas Market
When: 7-9pm
Where: Bishop Rd School, Bishop Rd, BS7
Entry: £2 (open to over 12s only)
Kick start your ‘Christmas Cheer’ by visiting the Bishopston Christmas Market.
There’ll be delightful array of local artists, makers and independent businesses all selling lovely gifts and treats.
Plus, you can enjoy a glass of mulled wine and delicious mince pie from Joe’s Bakery while you soak up the festive atmosphere!
SATURDAY 28th NOVEMBER
Christmas Wreath Making: Golden Hill Community Garden
When: From 10am
Where: Monk Road Allotments, Entrance behind the prison), BS7
Cost: £30/£15
Make a unique and fabulous festive wreath!
You will wave a willow hoop and the decorate it with natural materials.
It takes around an hour. Kids welcome.
Booking essential.
St Bonaventure’s Primary School Christmas Fair
When: 3-6pm
Where: Egerton Rd, Bishopston, Bristol BS7 8HP
Entry: £2 per adult; £1 per child (minimum)
Games, a bouncy snow globe, a storyteller, lots of stalls, mulled wine, mince pies, and a visit from Santa Claus himself!
If you’d like to visit Santa in his grotto, you need to buy a separate ticket for your child for a timed entry slot.
If you’d like to visit Paula the storyteller, you will need to buy a separate ticket for your child for a timed entry slot.
All funds raised from tickets go towards running the event and funding projects and resources at school that enrich the children’s education.
THURSDAY 3rd DECEMBER
Christmas Street Party: Gloucester Road
When: 5-8pm
Where: Gloucester Road Central, Pigsty Hill
Entry: Free
A chance to buy some lovely bespoke Christmas gifts and enjoy some treats along the way!
SATURDAY 5th DECEMBER
Animal-themed Mini Craft Fair and Groto
When: 11am-2pm
Where: The Ardagh, Horfield Common, BS6
Cost: £7.50 for a visit to Santa and a gift
Every dog has its day! And this is it! Come and enjoy our mini craft fair offering a variety of gifts for your favourite four legged friend.
There’s also the chance to spend a few minutes with Santa to get that special festive photo. Why not enter our best Christmas costume competition with your dog?
Café specials to keep you fuelled while you browse and ensure your pet gets some well-deserved festive attention.
THURSDAY 10th DECEMBER
Winter Gala: Fairfield High School
When: 5-7pm
Where: Allfoxton Rd, Horfield, BS7
Entry: 5-7pm
FHS is delighted to invite families, friends and the wider community to its annual Winter Gala!
As always, this event promises to be a spectacular evening of festive fun, live performances and the welcoming community spirit that makes Team Fairfield so special.
There will be something for everyone to enjoy, including fantastic performances from talented students, a variety of market stalls offering handmade crafts, gifts and seasonal treats, delicious multicultural food and a raffle.
Community Meal & Thursday Church at Ebenezer Church
When: Second Thursday of every month, 6.30pm to 7.15pm
Where: Ebenezer Church, 286 Filton Avenue, Horfield, Bristol BS7 0BA
Cost: Free
Looking for a friendly, welcoming place to share a meal and connect with others in the local community? Ebenezer Church in Horfield hosts a free Community Meal on the second Thursday of every month, open to everyone.
Join the community from 6.30pm to 7.15pm for a simple, free meal. Afterwards, you’re warmly invited to stay for Thursday Church at 7.30pm, although you’re very welcome to attend either event independently.
Everyone is welcome, whether you’re new to the area, looking to meet people, or simply fancy sharing a meal in good company.
For more information, visit: www.ebe.org.uk/communitymeal
SATURDAY 12th DECEMBER
Ardagh Christmas Food and Craft Market
When: 10am-3pm
Where: Ardagh, Horfield Common, BS6 7YL
Entry: Free
Every second Saturday monthly, the courtyard at The Ardagh comes alive with the best of our local community with friendly faces, brilliant makers, delicious food and that unmistakable Horfield buzz.
Tuck into street food cooked with love, browse festive handmade crafts, discover unique gifts, enjoy live music, and pop into our much‑loved community plant nursery for something green to take home.
It’s the perfect place to catch up with people, support local traders, and enjoy a relaxed and festive Saturday on the Common.
SATURDAY 16th JANUARY
Repair Cafe: The Ardagh
When: 10am-12 noon
Where: Horfield Common, Kellaway Ave. BS6 7YL
Cost: Free
A community event where volunteer repairers help fix household items, small electricals, clothing, toys, and other belongings to reduce waste and encourage reuse.
Bring your broken items along and volunteer “fixers” will work with you to try to repair them.
The aim is to reduce waste going to landfill, save money by repairing rather than replacing, share practical repair skills, and build community connections.
