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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Meditation Sessions
Online
These are short sessions of half an hour with a 20-25 minute meditation each time, and are open to all past participants of The Mindful Life programmes.
Break type: Wellbeing & Therapeutic
When: Tuesday afternoons 2.30 - 3.00pm; Wednesday evenings 8.00 - 8.30pm
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Meeting of Minds – Peer Support Group (South Gloucestershire)
Hawkesbury Upton & Stoke Gifford, South Gloucestershire
Free monthly peer-support sessions for South Gloucestershire residents aged 55+ experiencing memory difficulties, dementia-related changes, or supporting someone who is.
Break type: Support Services
Cost: Free
When: Every fourth Thursday of the month, 2:00–3:00pm (Bethesda Chapel) Every second Thursday of the month, 2:00–3:00pm (Stoke Gifford Retirement Village)
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Meetup Mornings
Online
BOPF Meet-Up Mornings are relaxed, friendly online gatherings held via Zoom where older residents of Bristol can connect, chat, and stay socially engaged in a welcoming, virtual space.
Break type: Social & Community
Cost: Free
When: Bi-monthly on Wednesdays, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
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Memory Café – Fishponds
Fishponds, Bristol
A relaxed and friendly dementia café in Fishponds, Bristol, offering support, conversation, and connection for people living with dementia and those close to them.
Break type: Social & Community
When: Second Friday of every month, 2:00pm – 4:00pm
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Memory Café – Withywood
Withywood, Bristol
A warm and welcoming dementia café in Withywood, Bristol, offering monthly sessions for people living with dementia and those close to them to connect, share, and find support.
Break type: Social & Community
When: Second Tuesday of every month, 10:30am – 12:30pm
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Memory Connections
Bristol – Westbury Fields & Henleaze
Weekly community sessions for people living with mild to moderate memory loss, offering stimulating activities and social engagement to boost wellbeing.
Break type: Social & Community
Cost: £18 per session
When: Wednesdays & Thursdays, 10:00am – 12:00pm (two-hour sessions)
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Memory Lane Day Centre
Kingswood, Bristol
A purpose-built dementia day centre in Kingswood offering stimulating activities, companionship, and support for wellbeing.
Break type: Extended Breaks
Cost: Prices vary depending on individual needs and personal care requirements. Contact the centre for details.
When: Open Monday to Friday Morning Session: 9:00am – 12:30pm Afternoon Session: 1:00pm – 4:30pm (Drinks and snacks included)
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Mental Health Carers Support Group
Online
Online carers group for people who are supporting someone with mental illness.
Break type: Support Services
Cost: Free
When: Monthly from 11am to 12.30 pm every second Thursday
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Milestones Trust Short Breaks
Fairburn (Little Stoke) & Stibbs House (St George), Bristol
Respite care in Bristol and South Gloucestershire for adults with learning disabilities.
Break type: Extended Breaks
Cost: Price available on request
When: Available year-round; stays from one night to one month
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New Beginnings Day Centre
Withywood, Bristol
A welcoming day centre offering activities, companionship, and freshly prepared meals for older people in Bristol.
Break type: Extended Breaks
Cost: Funded places available via Bristol City Council for those meeting criteria; private places also offered. Contact for details.
When: Open Tuesday to Friday, with a regular programme of activities and social opportunities.
