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DISCOVER ST PAUL'S LEARNING CENTRE WIP WHO ARE WE? WHAT DO WE DO? HOW DO WE DO IT? WHO ELSE IS BASED HERE? OFFICE SPACE MEET OUR TENANTS links to separate tenants page with info for each (or takes you down this page) Read More CAFE SPACE GLEN'S KITCHEN Serving authentic Caribbean food in Bristol for 30 years. Eat in | Takeaway | Catering 07772 177509 Opening times Mon-Thurs: 10am - 6:30pm Fri - Sat: 10am - 4:30pm Sunday: Closed Read More LIBRARY ST PAULS LIBRARY blabla and opening hours Read More WORKSHOP THE MAKERSHED blablabla + contact details Read More DARKROOM REAL PHOTOGRAPHY COMPANY blabla + contact details Read More COMMUNITY GARDEN Comm garden project Make this yours. Click here to edit the text and include any relevant information. Read More

TENANTS St Pauls Learning Centre is managed by Ethical Property Company . As a company, we believe that property should be used in the best interests of society, the planet and the economy. Our tenants range from inspirational campaigners and independent businesses, to charitable organisations, not-for-profits and social enterprises; who are all committed to making a positive impact. Here at SPLC, we proudly host the following projects: AKT AKT supports lgbtq+ young people aged 16-25 in the UK who are facing or experiencing homelessness or living in a hostile environment. They help young people into safe homes and employment, education or training, in a welcoming and open environment that celebrates lgbtq+ identities. More info Bristol Disability Equality Forum The Bristol Disability Equality Forum (BDEF) is a Disabled People-led membership organisation. They provide disability equality advice and consultancy to the statutory sector and campaign for disability equality. Membership to BDEF is open to any Disabled person living, working or studying in the Bristol area and all are encouraged to get involved in the Forum’s work. More info The Makershed The Makershed is a supportive learning and making environment offering workshops and courses in woodworking, joinery and furniture making. More info The Marmalade Trust Marmalade Trust is the UK’s leading loneliness charity for all ages. We are dedicated to raising awareness and reducing the stigma of loneliness. We do this through projects in the Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire area including Christmas Cheer events and Marmalade Companions - a phone-based scheme which signposts people to new social connections in their local communities. We also raise awareness of loneliness both nationally and internationally through our annual Loneliness Awareness Week campaign. More info St Paul's Library St Pauls Library is a small satellite library run by Bristol City Council providing all the usual library services and activities, including computers available for public use. Opening times Mon: 1pm - 5pm Tues: 1pm - 5pm Wed: 10am - 2pm Thurs: 1pm - 5pm Fri: CLOSED Sat: 11am - 5pm Sun: CLOSED More info MISFITS Theatre Company The Misfits Theatre Company UK is a unique Bristol based theatre and social group, led by people with learning disabilities (PWLD). They provide artistic and life skills development, emphasising independence, healthy living, self-advocacy and creative practice through participation, performance, volunteering and paid employment. More info CCBED CCBED help people to increase their skills and develop their careers through mentoring and training courses aimed at building learners' confidence, knowledge and business potential. They aim to support learners with their transition into either employment or enterprise. By promoting self-employment as a feasible work option, they also create successful local businesses in Bristol. More info WECIL WECIL is an award winning, user led organisation supporting Disabled people to live the life they choose. Our approach is fully person centred. Our staff have lived experience and this informs the support we offer. More info Real Photography Company We aim to revive and refresh traditional and alternative photography, and ensure affordable and accessible high quality Darkroom facilities are available 7 days a week for photographers in Bristol and beyond, with a low cost Membership scheme. More info Glen's Kitchen Glen has been serving authentic Caribbean food in Bristol for 30 years and runs the cafe here at the Learning Centre, available to eat in and as takeaway. Glen can also cater for meetings, events and parties. For more info call 07772 177509 Opening times: Mon - Thurs: 10 - 6.30pm Fri - Sat: 10 - 4.30pm Sun: CLOSED Bristol Women's Voice Bristol Women’s Voice (BWV) is a membership organisation run by Bristol women, with Bristol women, for Bristol women. Their mission is to: Create a movement that unites all women in Bristol to campaign together, celebrate our achievements and find support and information. Listen and make heard the views and voices of women from across Bristol’s diverse communities, empowering them to influence decision-makers. Support women’s organisations in Bristol to collaborate, grow and campaign on the rights and issues that matter to the women they represent. More info Havoyoco / Qaalib Havoyoco’s objectives are to serve the needs of the ethnic minority youth and work with the public and private sector service providers in order to eliminate barriers to services. Established in 2008, the services they provide aim to improve the standard of attainment in education to children and young adults. They provide information on local services and amenities, promote active involvement and community integration. More info LoveWell LoveWell creates supportive pathways into employment for women in Bristol who have experienced significant trauma through trafficking and exploitation. Our Mission is to offer transformative training and support, for women to grow in confidence, increase their skills, abilities and self-worth enabling them to move confidently into employment. More info Trauma Foundation South West Trauma Foundation South West provides free counselling and psychotherapy to asylum seekers and refugees who are suffering with symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder following their experiences of war, persecution, traumatic journeys and a difficult time arriving in this country. If you feel that you need their services, please see your GP who may be able to refer you. More info

WHO'S HERE To meet our tenants with offices in the building, click here Library LIBRARY St Pauls Library is a small satellite library run by Bristol City Council providing all the usual library services and activities, including computers available for public use. To book a computer call 0117 9145489 during library opening hours. Opening times Mon: 1pm - 5pm Tues: 1pm - 5pm Wed: 10am - 2pm Thurs: 1pm - 5pm Fri: CLOSED Sat: 11am - 5pm Sun: CLOSED Cafe CAFE Glen has been serving authentic Caribbean food in Bristol for 30 years, and was even featured on the Christmas episode of Remarkable Places to Eat on BBC2 where he was described as making "the best Caribbean food in Bristol"! Available to eat in and as takeaway, and Glen can also cater for meetings, events and parties. For more info call 07772 177509 Opening times Mon-Thurs: 10am - 6:30pm Fri - Sat: 10am - 4:30pm Sunday: Closed Read more about Glen on Bristol live here Darkroom COMMUNITY DARKROOM Available for private practice and exclusive use as a training facility, the St Paul's Community Darkrooms are an exceptionally well equipped and affordable resource. One of the only Darkrooms in the Bristol and Bath area offering both Black and White and Colour facilities, it is well serviced by local experts Real Photography Company who provide full and thorough inductions and courses. The darkroom features: 10 enlargers: 35mm, medium format, and 4 x 5 inch Floor standing enlarger with height adjustable printing surface Black & white printing room Black & white film processing room Durst Printo colour printing unit - 12 x 16 inch Daylight film and print drying and finishing room with light box Large UV exposure box for cyanotypes and alternative processes 3hr session = £12 members/£20 non-members For further enquiries contact the Real Photography Company on stpaulsdarkrooms@gmail.com Workshop WORKSHOP Our workshop is run by Makershed Bristol , who set up here in 2018. They run workshops and classes in woodworking, furniture making, power tools from beginners through to intermediate and advanced independent projects.

St Pauls Learning Centre | SPLC Space Hire, Meeting Rooms, Offices, Adult Learning, Arts & Craft, Events & Community. WELCOME TO ST PAUL'S LEARNING CENTRE An independent learning centre in the heart of Bristol hosting learning and support opportunities, creative activities, meeting rooms and offices. There are a wide range of organisations running courses and events from the centre. Explore what's on offer: Arts & Craft Learning Community Wellbeing Events Explore What's On View More Hold your Event at SPLC! Our sessional hire spaces are suitable for: Traini ng Workshops Meetings Events Creative class and more Hire a Space View More Our tenanted offices focus on social impact, support services and education in the community. We are also home to: St Pauls Library the Community Darkroom and our very popular Cafe - Glen's Kitchen Meet our Tenants View More Upcoming Multiple Dates Creativity for Wellbeing Wed 23 Apr Saint Paul's More info Learn more Multiple Dates CCBED weekly drop-in Wed 23 Apr Saint Paul's More info Learn more Multiple Dates Learn Reiki Level 1 Wed 23 Apr Saint Paul's More info RSVP Human Rights Are Our Rights: (Re)Claiming Your Rights! Thu 24 Apr Saint Paul's More info RSVP World Pinhole Day - Pinhole portraits Sun 27 Apr Saint Paul's More info RSVP World Pinhole Day - Pinhole talk Sun 27 Apr Saint Paul's More info RSVP Multiple Dates CCBED Enterprise & Employment Level 1 Mon 28 Apr Saint Paul's More info Learn more Multiple Dates 🎶✨ Exciting News from the Global Majority Choir! ✨🎶 Mon 28 Apr Saint Paul's More info RSVP Multiple Dates Cake & Create Tue 29 Apr Saint Paul's More info RSVP Multiple Dates Community Cancer Support Drop-in Tue 29 Apr Saint Paul's More info RSVP Multiple Dates Roots'n'Fruits Community Garden Tue 29 Apr Saint Paul's More info RSVP Human Rights Are Our Rights: Putting Our Rights to Work! Tue 06 May Saint Paul's More info RSVP Multiple Dates Workshop for parents of children with SEND Mon 12 May Saint Paul's More info RSVP Race & Religion: Your rights under discrimination law Wed 28 May Saint Paul's More info RSVP Community Resources Community Board Useful resources, local job offers & community news More FEATURING Duppy Hunter: a locals guide to St Paul's A listening adventure exploring St Paul's experienced on your smartphone Join the adventure!

Hire a space at St Pauls Learning Centre. Meeting rooms, Training rooms, Art rooms, Main Hall, Cafe drop-in or exclusive hire. SPACES FOR HIRE Our sessional hire spaces are suitable for training, workshops, meetings, creative classes and events. SPACES & RATES BOOKING EXTRAS ONLINE BOOKINGS T&Cs & FAQs Our Spaces: CLASSROOM 1 Large classroom suited for all kind of classes, training, workshops, meetings and talks. Foldable tables allow for a more versatile use & different set-ups. Capacity: 36 (Classroom style) 60 (Theatre style* ) 32 (Horseshoe* ) 36/44 (Grouped tables* ) Default set-up: Classroom style Location: 1st floor Hourly rate: £25 Extra feature: Folding tables on wheels * Please include extra set-up time if you need to change the set-up. Extra foldable chairs will be provided to fit your desired capacity. ART ROOM 1 Large bright room with standing height worktops on 2 sides. Most suited to messy creative work, but equally used for training, workshops and meetings. Capacity: 26 Location: 2nd floor Hourly Rate: £25.00 Extra features: 3 large sinks Pottery wheel CLASSROOM 2 Smallest of our training rooms. Well suited for all kinds of classes, training, meetings, workshops and talks. Capacity: 22 Boardroom set-up Location: 1st floor Hourly rate: £25.00 ART ROOM 2 Large bright room surrounded by standing height worktops. Suitable for dry/clean work, as well as other workshops and meetings. Capacity: 30 Location: 2nd floor Hourly Rate: £25.00 Extra features: 1 large sink Worktop mounted vice CLASSROOM 3 Large classroom. Well suited for all kinds of classes, training, meetings, workshops and talks. Capacity: 25 U-shape set-up Location: 1st floor Hourly rate: £25.00 MAIN HALL Large bright open space with chairs and trestle tables available for you to set up. Well suited for larger training sessions, meetings and events, movement based activities, film screenings etc. Being based in our annex, it works well for noisier activities. Capacity: 65 seated | 130 standing Location: Ground floor (Annex) Hourly Rate: £35.00 Extra feature: Wall mounted projector screen * No private parties * CAFE COMMUNITY TABLE COMMUNITY TABLE: The round table in our busy café is perfect for drop-in sessions providing info, advice and support to the community. Check out our regular drop-ins here . Please contact us if you have an offering. Capacity: 10 Location: Ground floor, Café FREE ( Day-time only) *Please note the drop-in table is not suitable for meetings* CAFE EXCLUSIVE HIRE EXCLUSIVE HIRE: Monday to Thursday | 7pm - 9pm Sunday | 10am - 5pm Well suited for community consultations, creative expression and events of community benefit. Capacity: 30 Seated 60 standing Location: Ground floor Hourly Rate: £25 * No private parties * ONLINE CALENDAR Hallmaster is our online booking system, allowing customers to check availability, request and manage their own bookings. CLICK HERE Click on the '+ ' to add a booking request. New customers will be prompted to set up a customer account. Video Tutorial: HOW TO BOOK AS A CUSTOMER Our Rates: Please note all rates are attributed at our discretion. Standard Standard rates Classrooms | Art Rooms: £25p/h Main Hall: £35p/h Bookings of 7 hrs+ : 1 hr free Bookings of 12hrs+ : 2hr free Band C 10% discount Charities Not-for-profit organisations Social Enterprise CIC Band B 25% discount Small / local charitie s Small not-for-profits Band A 40% discount At our discretion only Black History Month Offer FREE space for events celebrating Black History Month every October Education, Culture, Support, Safe Space, Focus Group, Craftivism, Celebration,... Cafe space only Mon - Thurs, 7 - 9pm Offer valid from Oct 1st to Oct 31st Start planning Black History Month 2025 now! Contact us on splcbookings@ethicalproperty.co.uk Subject to availability Usual T&Cs apply No private Parties Our Resources: All r ooms have whiteboards, tables, chairs and WiFi access as standard. A range of optional ext ras are also available on requ est. Please note all resources need to be bo oked in advance . Tech & Stationary Projector / Smart TV | £10 per session (Free for Band A customers) Laptops Trolley (10 Chromebooks) | £20 per session (Free for Band A customers) Flipchart with paper | £5 per session (pens not included) Wall mounted projector screen in Main Hall| Free Accessibility Portable Induction Loop | FREE (on request) Refreshments 1. Unlimited refreshments | £2 a head Selection of teas & coffees + milk (non dairy milk on request) Cups included - please precise number of attendants 2. Kettle & Cups | £5 per 10ppl Provide your own tea, coffee and milk 3. Large Urn only (35 Litres) | £20 Provide your own tea, coffee, milk and cups 4. Biscuits | £2 per 20ppl We do not provide catering. If you'd like to make arrangements with our in-house café , you can contact Glen directly on 0777 217 75 09. You are welcome to bring in an external catering company too, providing that you are self-sufficient. Online Bookings: Hallmaster is our online booking system, allowing customers to manage their own bookings. New and existing customers can use the calen dar below to check for room availability and select the ' + ' to add their booking requests. New customers will be prompted to set up a customer account. You can watch a Youtube tutorial on how to book as a customer HERE. NB: Cafe & Darkroom bookings can only be processed by admins. Please email our team so we can book these for you. VIDEO TUTORIAL PDF TUTORIAL T&Cs and FAQs: Please read through the documents below before booking a space at the centre. By booking a room at SPLC you agree to abide by our Terms and Conditions . If you have any questions please check our FAQ, a thorough guide to hiring space at the centre, to see if they have been answered there before contacting us. These documents are liable to change, if you are a regular hirer we suggest bookmarking this page so you can check back as you need to. St Pauls Learning Centre and Ethical Property believe that spaces should be safe, supportive and most importantly welcoming and inclusive to all. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination or harassment within our spaces and believe the best way to combat this is to provide spaces that are non-judgemental and that celebrate diversity in our society. We welcome bookings from those who pro-actively demonstrate inclusivity, diversity, social inclusion and respect our values.

USEFUL DOCUMENTS Please read through the documents below before booking a space at the centre. By booking a room at SPLC you agree to abide by our Terms and Conditions . If you have any questions please check our FAQ , a thorough guide to hiring space at the centre, to see if they have been answered there before contacting us. These documents are liable to change, if you are a regular hirer we suggest bookmarking this page so you can check back as you need to. St Pauls Learning Centre and Ethical Property believe that spaces should be safe, supportive and most importantly welcoming and inclusive to all. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination or harassment within our spaces and believe the best way to combat this is to provide spaces that are non-judgemental and that celebrate diversity in our society. We welcome bookings from those who pro-actively demonstrate inclusivity, diversity, social inclusion and respect our values.

UPCOMING EVENTS From photography to literature, workshops and inspiring talks; we are proud to host a wonderful array of events here at the Learning Centre. Multiple Dates 🎶✨ Exciting News from the Global Majority Choir! ✨🎶 Mon, 07 Apr Saint Paul's More info RSVP Multiple Dates Community Cancer Support Drop-in Tue, 08 Apr Saint Paul's More info RSVP Multiple Dates Roots'n'Fruits Community Garden Tue, 08 Apr Saint Paul's More info RSVP Multiple Dates Creativity for Wellbeing Wed, 09 Apr Saint Paul's More info Learn more Multiple Dates CCBED weekly drop-in Wed, 09 Apr Saint Paul's More info Learn more Migrant Women Talk: Brândușa Rotaru Tue, 15 Apr Saint Paul's More info RSVP Multiple Dates CCBED Enterprise & Employment Level 1 Tue, 22 Apr Saint Paul's More info Learn more Multiple Dates Cake & Create Tue, 22 Apr Saint Paul's More info RSVP Multiple Dates NEW Learn Reiki 12-week Level 1 course at St Paul's Learning Centre on Wednesday evenings starting 23rd April. Wed, 23 Apr St pauls Learning centre More info Details Multiple Dates Learn Reiki Level 1 Wed, 23 Apr Saint Paul's More info RSVP World Pinhole Day - Pinhole portraits Sun, 27 Apr Saint Paul's More info RSVP World Pinhole Day - Pinhole talk Sun, 27 Apr Saint Paul's More info RSVP Race & Religion: Your rights under discrimination law Wed, 28 May Saint Paul's More info RSVP

OPENING HOURS Please note that our 2 public spaces are the Community Cafe and Library, both located on the ground floor and accessible during their respective opening hours. The upper floors are for offices and bookings only. Find out more about the organisations we host HERE . RECEPTION SERVICES Mon to Thurs: Friday: Sat - Sun: 9am - 7pm 9am - 4.30pm 10am - 4.30pm BOOKINGS & OFFICES Mon to Thurs: Friday: Sat- Sun: 9am - 9pm 9am - 5pm 10am - 5pm LIBRARY Mon: Tues: Wed: Thurs: Fri: Sat: Sun: 1pm - 5pm 1pm - 5pm 10am - 2pm 1pm - 5pm CLOSED 11am - 4.30pm CLOSED MOST RECENT UPDATES CAFE Mon - Thurs: Fri - Sat: Sun: 10am - 6.30pm 10am - 4.30pm CLOSED

Community events Drop-in sessions Advice Support Info COMMUNITY INFO | ADVICE | SUPPOR T The round table in our busy café is perfect for drop-in sessions providin g info, advice and support to the community . Please contact us if you have an offering ( Day-time only, one-off or regular slots) MY COMMUNITY BRISTOL DROP-IN Monthly - 2nd Tuesday of the month 10.00 -12.00 Café Round Table Anne-Louise and Rob will be at the community table to guide you to inclusive and accessible activities and events in Ashley, Bishopston & Ashley Down, Lockleaze and Horfield mycommunitybristol@gmail.com BDEF WEEKLY DROP-IN Weekly - Monday 11.00 - 12.00 | Café Round Table Making Change Happen Drop in Chat for Disabled People with the BDEF team info@bristoldef.org.uk 0117 914 0528 COMMUNITY CANCER SUPPORT DROP-IN Weekly - Tuesday 12.00 - 13.30 | Café Round Table Come and meet our Cancer Champion volunteers to find out more on signs, symptoms and the importance of attending screenings. Let’s raise awareness together! cancerchampions@caafihealth.com 01179247442 CCBED WEEKLY DROP-IN Weekly - Wednesday 12:00-14:00 | Café Round Table Come chat to CCBED about their courses on offer and help them shape their future services. admin@c-cbed.com 0117 916 6746 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT TEAM Weekly - Thursday | 13.00 - 14:30 Café Round Tabl e Advice, support & signposting with local community development practitioners April Richmond & Teresa Cirant. april.richmond@bristol.gov.uk 07810506964 TOGETHERNESS | COLLECTIVE Did you know that we had a secret garden at the back of the centre? Or that you could borrow games from the Reception desk? COMMUNITY GARDENING Weekly | Tuesday 13:00 – 15:30 SPLC Garden Reconnect with Nature in the Heart of St. Paul’s 🌿 All tools and materials provided. Just bring yourself and some comfortable clothing. EVERYONE WELCOME Gardenatsplc@gmail.com IG: @roots_n_fruits DOMINOES One set of dominoes available on demand at the Reception desk For use in the Cafe only FREE & Open to all LUDO BOARD Coming soon Please bear with us whilst we try to source another Ludo Board PING-PON G Ping-pong table outside Glen's Kitchen Bring your own bats or borrow some from Reception. FREE & Open to all

MARKETING FORM Are you holding an event or a regular course at the centre? Please fill out this form and we will add it to our website, public calendar & social media. Don't forget to tag us on social media! @stpaulslearningcentre

WELLBEING SUPPORT GROUPS | RECOVERY | COMMUNITY CLINIC ART ON REFERRAL | GARDENING If you'd like to sign up to a c lass, pl ease do so by contacting the cour se pro vid ers direc tly. REI KI with Learn Reiki Bristol Affordable high-quality Reiki training. Twelve-week evening courses with experienced professional teachers in friendly, supportive classes. APRIL - JULY Level 1: Wednesday| 18.15 - 20.30 Level 1: Thursday | 18.15 - 20.30 BOOK HERE RISING VOICES RE COVERY CHOIR with BDP Creative Communities Weekly - Tuesday | 17.00 -19.00 Creative community choir for anyone with lived experience of drug and alcohol use. No singing experience needed! FREE, NO REFERRAL NEEDED More info here ART FOR WE LLBEING with Rachel Toon | SGSC Wednesday 10.00-12.00 An opportunity to explore painting and drawing activities in a friendly relaxed atmosphere to help improve your wellbeing. SIGN-UP REQUIRED More info here rachel.toon@sgscol.ac.uk COMMUNITY GARDENING Weekly | Tuesday 12:30 – 15:00 Reconnect with Nature in the Heart of St. Paul’s 🌿 All tools and materials provided. Just bring yourself and some comfortable clothing. Everyone is welcome, regardless of experience level. N O REFERRAL NEEDED Gardenatsplc@gmail.com

COMMUNITY LINKS Information about local projects and services supporting the community. If you would like a link to your website on this page, please email splc.info@ethicalproperty.co.uk Avon and Bristol Law Centre provides specialist legal advice and representation to people who cannot access justice www.ablc.org.uk Citizens Advice Bureau a local independent charity, helping you find a way forward www.bristolcab.org.uk St Pauls Advice Centre offers free, confidential advice for the people of St Pauls and East Bristol - www.stpaulsadvice.org.uk St. Pauls Nursery School and Children's Centre offers education, daycare and family support services to St Pauls and surrounding area - www.stpaulschildrenscentre.co.uk