Featured Events in Bristol in August 2025 (July Updated)

Suitable for beginners and advanced foragers. All ages and abilities welcome. Join us on a walk around Purdown Open Space and find what edible and medicinal plants are growing all around you. You will learn how to identify and use some of the most common (and often most healing) plants with an experienced forager and herbalist. What you’re buying 2.5 hour foraging walk A chance to take photos, notes and recordings whilst learning Tactile and tangible information: touch, taste and smell these herbs in real life Knowledge for identification, where plants grow and how to find them again What you’re getting Lots of time to ask questions with an experienced forager and herbalist Myths and misconceptions about herbal medicine debunked and explored A fresh new perspective around your local park or green space Knowledge and experience to build on and a solid foundation to continue learning about foraging and herbal medicine Purdown Open Space Sir John's Lane ✦ BS7 9NP ✦ For more information, get in touch with Maria maria@healingweeds.co.uk or book directly at www.healingweeds.co.uk Read reviews on Google Information Source: Maria Fernandez Garcia | eventbrite

In this face to face session, we will be looking at the foundation of species and habitat protection; the plan of action to achieve measured change. What makes a priority habitat? Why are some species internationally protected and how do landscape designations, such as SNCI'S (Sites of Nature Conservation Interest) and SSSI's (Sites of Special Scientific Interest), function to protect wildlife? Together we will look at: Key websites that list species of conservation concern and landscape designations around your area. Site designations in the UK ranging from Local Wildlife Sites all the way up to Internationally protected RAMSAR sites, helping you to understand how these protections function in relation to your site. Water; are there any waterbodies in the site? If not, is it suitable to introduce one? If so, what is the condition of it? Visible pollution? Who owns it and what are their constraints? Food; is there habitat and food for invertebrates on site? What are your target species? Are you supporting the foundational elements of a healthy food web? Connectivity: How does a space connect with its wider environment? Management: How can traditional techniques significantly improve a space for wildlife? Focusing on habitat mosaics and reducing 'human centric' design. This course is aimed at amatuer naturalists, people active in community nature projects, sustainability leads in organisations and people looking to improve a green space for nature in a more structured and pragmatic way. Please note this course will run subject to meeting a minimum number of participants. Information Source: Avon Wildlife Trust | eventbrite

Why did the lion get lost? Because... Jungle is Massive! Zion's Little Ravers: Morning Madness is BACK after a SELL OUT debut, to transform your Saturday into a high-energy dance party for kids and their grown-ups. The DJ is ready to get you moving to drum and bass, jungle, house, techno, and rave classics that’ll have the whole family moving. Bring your dancing shoes, your brightest smiles, and your best moves – this isn’t just a morning, it’s a movement! With beats so bold and vibes so contagious, it’s the perfect way to start your weekend. Don’t miss out – grab your £5 tickets. Let’s rave our way into the day! All ages welcome. 11am - 12:30pm All attendees will need a ticket! Information Source: Zion Bristol Ltd | eventbrite

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Whether you're looking to gain specific skills to help you on your next career step, learn something new about local wildlife or spend three days with like minded people - this course is for you! Immerse yourself in nature on the outskirts of Bristol at Avon Wildlife Trust's urban nature reserve, Grow Wilder. Activities will include: practical tasks: weeding, scrub bashing owl pellet dissecting moth trapping learning birdsong mammal tracking and more! For those interested, there will also be an opportunity for career mentoring and signposting to your future steps in the conservation sector. This event is part of our Youth Programme so we ask anyone attending to be between 16-25 years. Information Source: Avon Wildlife Trust | eventbrite