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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Singing for the Brain – Knowle West
Knowle West, Bristol
Weekly music-based group for people with dementia and their carers.
Break type: Activity-Based
Cost: Free
When: Tuesdays, 10:30am – 12:15pm
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Singing for the Brain – Withywood
Withywood Community Centre, Withywood, Bristol
A welcoming dementia-friendly music group in Withywood where people living with dementia and their carers can enjoy singing, social connection and shared wellbeing.
Break type: Activity-Based
Cost: Free
When: Second and fourth Tuesday of each month, 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm.
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Singing for the Brain Group at Quarry House in Fishponds
Fishponds, Bristol
Bristol Care Homes run a friendly singing group for people affected by dementia, offering a relaxed space to enjoy a wide mix of familiar songs old and new.
Break type: Social & Community
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Singing to Remember
Henleaze, Bristol
A fun, uplifting singing group designed to boost memory, wellbeing, and social connection for older adults and those living with dementia.
Break type: Wellbeing & Therapeutic
Cost: Free or small voluntary donation
When: First, third, and fifth Thursdays of the month, 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm
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Somali Carers Group
St George, Bristol
A monthly group for Somali carers in Bristol to connect, share experiences, and access support in a welcoming environment.
Break type: Social & Community
Cost: Free
When: 2nd Monday of the month, 12:30 PM
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South Bristol Dementia Carers Support Group
Withywood, Bristol
Support group for carers of someone with dementia.
Cost: Free
When: 4th Tues monthly
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South Gloucestershire Activity Day Centres
Venues across South Gloucestershire
Enjoy a safe, welcoming day of activities, companionship, and a freshly prepared lunch at Age UK South Gloucestershire’s Activity Day Centres – designed to boost wellbeing and reduce isolation for older people.
Break type: Extended Breaks
Cost: This is a chargeable service. Financial support may be available through South Gloucestershire Council. Contact Age UK for details.
When: Downend: Wednesdays, 9:30 am – 3:30 pm Warmley: Thursdays, 9:30 am – 3:30 pm Thornbury: Fridays, 9:30 am – 3:30 pm
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South West Carers 4 BPD
Online (Bristol-based group)
Online peer support group for carers of someone with borderline personality disorder (BPD).
Break type: Support Services
Cost: Free
When: Fortnightly on Wednesdays, 7:00pm – 9:00pm
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Sporting Memories
Lawrence Weston, Bristol
A weekly group for people living with dementia and their carers to share sporting memories, enjoy conversation, and connect through a love of sport.
Break type: Social & Community
Cost: Free
When: Every Friday (except bank holidays): 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
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St George Carers Support Group
St George, Bristol
A safe, confidential space to meet with other carers to share information and provide support to each other.
Break type: Support Services
Cost: Free
When: Third Friday of month, 1:30 - 3:30 pm
