BLACK HISTORY MONTH
Join us every October as we celebrate Black History Month!
Our free space offer is for any event celebrating, exploring or amplifying Black History, culture or lived experience - whether through education, creativity, conversation, or community support.
OUR BHM FREE SPACE OFFER
Heard about our Black History Month offer but not sure what it entails?
Frequently Asked Questions
WHAT
Free space for any event or workshop celebrating, exploring or amplifying Black History, culture and lived experience through education, creativity, conversation or community support.
Please note: To benefit from our free space offer, events must be free to attend.
WHERE
Our BHM offer is for the SPLC
Community Cafe Space only:
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Ground floor location
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Fully accessible
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Max 30 seated | 60 standing
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Warm, welcoming community setting
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Home to Glen’s Kitchen
WHEN
October 1 - 31
Weekdays:
Mon - Thurs, 6.30pm - 9pm*
Weekend:
Sunday, 10am - 3.30pm*
(*includes set-up & pack down)
Check availability on our online calendar and contact us to secure your space!
WHY
We want to support our local community and contribute to Black History Month by providing free space as a resource for initiatives that bring Black communities together.
We specifically encourage Black-led organisations, local groups and individuals who do not otherwise receive funding to make use of this offer.
If you have an idea you'd like to put forward, you can contact us on:
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0117 235 0400
Or drop in and chat directly to our Reception team!
We look forward to hearing from you.
All usual T&Cs apply.
No private parties.
OCTOBER 2025
What we hosted last year
Black Men's Mental Health MattersTue 28 OctSaint Paul's
BHM event: Adventures in Beautiful Jamaica by Winnifred ReidTue 21 OctSaint Paul's
BHM A&S RecruitmentThu 16 OctSaint Paul's
Beyond the Bassline ExhibitionMon 13 OctSaint Paul's
African Drumming WorkshopSun 12 OctSaint Paul's
Meet the Author: Fallen Princess by Ruth Jacob-RobertsWed 08 OctSaint Paul's
BEYOND BLACK HISTORY MONTH
St Pauls Learning Centre remains committed to being an inclusive and welcoming space for all.
While our free space offer is available during October only, we warmly welcome events and initiatives that amplify Black voices all year round.
