Find a carers break in Bristol and South Gloucestershire
Explore a wide choice of services designed to give carers time to rest and recharge. Whether you need just a few hours away, an overnight stay, or a longer-term arrangement, our Carers Breaks Directory makes it easier to find the right option for you and the person you care for.
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Bristol Black Carers Support Group
Easton, Bristol
Bristol Black Carers provide monthly support group meetings that are culturally sensitive and shaped by the needs of carers from African, Caribbean, Asian and other diverse communities.
Break type: Support Services
Cost: Free
When: 3rd Wednesday of each month, 11am-1pm
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Care Introductory Service
South Bristol
BS3 Community Care connects local families with trusted care providers offering flexible support, including respite and cover for informal or family carers, companionship, and personal care.
Break type: Support Services
Cost: Care providers set their own rates, and a small £4.20 per hour support fee is included in your invoice.
When: Flexible – arranged directly with care providers
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Carers Community Cafes
East Bristol, Frome Vale, and Stockwood
Monthly groups for unpaid carers in Bristol to relax, connect, and enjoy activities in a supportive community setting.
Break type: Social & Community
Cost: Free
When: St George: 2nd Monday of the month, 12:30 PM Frome Vale: 4th Wednesday of the month, 10:00 AM Stockwood: 1st Wednesday of the month, 11:00 AM
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Counselling Carers
Online (UK-wide) and Oxford hub
Specialist counselling and psychotherapy for anyone with a caring role, providing confidential support to improve carers’ emotional wellbeing and resilience.
Break type: Wellbeing & Therapeutic
Cost: Affordable rates; subsidised “pay what you can” sessions available for carers in financial difficulty
When: Flexible – by appointment
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Hotel Breaks
Countrywide
Free one or two night hotel stays across the country for unpaid carers. To be eligible you must be over 18 and a full time carer providing 30 hours or more care per week.
Break type: Extended Breaks
Cost: £33 admin fee
When: 1 per year
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Introductory Mindfulness Programme
Online
This programme consists of four weekly online modules, each 75 minutes in duration. You will also meet other carers, have the chance to share your experiences and to ask questions of the facilitators.
Break type: Wellbeing & Therapeutic
Cost: Free
When: Visit the website for upcoming course dates
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Power of Music
Fishponds, Bristol
Sessions for East and South East Asian (ESEA) individuals living with dementia and their carers. These sessions are designed to enrich lives through culturally sensitive music activities, providing an opportunity to listen, sing, and reminisce together.
Break type: Wellbeing & Therapeutic
Cost: Free
When: Monthly
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Soundwell for Carers
Bedminster, Bristol & Bath city centre
Free music therapy groups for carers, supporting emotional wellbeing.
Break type: Wellbeing & Therapeutic
Cost: Free
When: Monthly carers support group – Friday mornings (Bath) Other music therapy groups available throughout the week (Bristol & Bath)
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South Asian Carers Support Group
Barton Hill, Bristol
A welcoming support group for South Asian carers in Bristol and South Gloucestershire, offering connection, advice, and a safe space to share experiences.
Break type: Support Services
Cost: Free
When: Monthly on Wednesdays
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St Peter's Hospice Drop In Sessions
Brentry, Bristol
Drop in for a warm welcome, a listening ear, and maybe a slice of cake. Drop In Sessions are open to everyone—no referral or booking needed—to explore the support we offer to carers at the Hospice.
Break type: Support Services
Cost: Free
When: Every Thursday, 2:00 -3:30pm One Saturday a month, 10:00am-12:00pm
