Diverse is an independent organisation run for and by people that identify as Autistic in the Bristol, Bath and North East Somerset, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire area.
Diverse runs activities for people to attend organised by people that identify as Autistic.
We want to grow a friendly neuro-diverse connected community through social activities, interests and social media.
You can make contact online through social media. Facebook and Marie@diverseuk.org
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06/21/2023 04:30 PM
06/21/2023 07:30 PM
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Diverse Bristol Board Games Social
<p>Facebook page: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehouseofmana">Mana House</a></p><p></p><embed alt="manalogo.png" embedtype="image" format="left" id="190"/><p></p><p>Ryan M and Alex K are the social group leaders.</p><p>We now have a very large gaming space at a newly renovated venue, no need to book.</p><p>A few board games will be provided by Diverse, the venue also has plenty of games to choose from, however please feel free to bring along your own games, cards, joy cons and Pokeman TCG, if you prefer.</p><p>Tasty food and drinks are available at very reasonable prices.</p><p>There is also a fully stocked bar.</p><p>If you have any questions please email Marie@diverseuk.org</p><p><br/>Start Time: 4:30 PM</p><p>End Time: 7:30 PM</p><p></p>
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06/13/2023 06:00 PM
06/13/2023 09:00 PM
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Bristol Pub Group
<p></p><p>The Diverse Bristol Pub Social is back with inside and outside covered seating.</p><p>Every 2nd Tuesday of the month.</p><p>Time: 6pm - 9pm.</p><p>Arrive anytime from 6pm.</p><p>Location: Toto's Wine Bar, 125 Redcliff St, Redcliffe, Bristol BS1 6HU.</p><p>Bare in mind that the kitchen closes at 9pm so please arrive with time to spare.</p><p>Robin Tucker will be hosting a Pub Quiz around 7.30pm.</p><p>Play alone or in teams with those on your table, or not at all!, playing is optional.</p><p>We have booked a large area of the downstairs inside area, we also have under cover outside seating by the river.</p><p>We now have the capacity for 50 people!</p><p>The downstairs is wheelchair accessible and has accessible disabled toilets.</p><p>Social distancing will still be in place at all times and therefore we will be encouraging people not to move tables.</p><p>Food and drink are available at very reasonable prices.</p><p>Link to Toto's by The River website: <a href="http://www.totoswinebar.com/totoswinebar.com/Menus.html?fbclid=IwAR20ERtLOHgz77QI9GEsHQmSEvsXSZtr_yCx2b1zvSi0PKQCU4eMk3f26es">http://www.totoswinebar.com/totoswinebar.com/Menus.html</a></p><p>Link to Toto's by The River facebook page:<a href="https://www.facebook.com/totosbytheriver/?__cft__[0]=AZXFmm7ld44UWNYhDHQ1IBxtC_U09jCGH6uQC0fjUU8xlWUfJo_FSeEZg6DwLuV1D2Z4xybBR4f5xI8urrkKx3w5JCF7uIvsHMYJVfEnKp0fjw&__tn__=q"><b>https://www.facebook.com/totosbytheriver/</b></a></p><p>To book your place or if you have any questions, please email Marie@diverseuk.org and please specify if you are bringing along a PA or support.</p><p></p>
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06/06/2023 06:00 PM
06/06/2023 10:00 PM
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Dungeons & Dragons & Table Top Games Social
<p></p><p>Date: Takes place on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month.</p><p>Start Time: 6:00 PM</p><p>End Time: 10:00 PM</p><p>Location: The Mana House, <b>63 Union Street, Bristol BS1 2DU</b></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.themanahouse.com/">The Mana House</a></p><p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/thehouseofmana">Mana House</a></p><p></p><p></p><embed alt="manalogo.png" embedtype="image" format="left" id="190"/><p></p><p></p>
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06/06/2023 07:30 PM
06/06/2023 10:30 PM
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Hidden Gems And Diverse South Glos Hollywood Bowl Social
<h4>Welcome members of Hidden Gems and Diverse!</h4><p></p><p>Location: The Venue, Merlin Rd, Patchway, Bristol BS10 7SR</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/HWBBristolCribbsCauseway/">Facebook Page</a></p><p><a href="https://www.hollywoodbowl.co.uk/bristol-cribbs-causeway?utm_source=local&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=gmb&utm_content=BRIS">Website</a></p><p>Start Time: 7:30 PM</p><p>End Time: 10:30 PM</p><p>If you have any questions please email Marie@diverseuk.org</p>
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06/28/2023 06:00 PM
06/28/2023 09:00 PM
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Diverse Bristol ROXY Lanes - American Indoorsports Social
<p></p><p>Facebook page: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/RoxyLanesBristolUnionStreet">Roxyballroom</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.roxyballroom.co.uk/bristol/">Roxyballroom</a></p><p><br/>Start Time: 6:00 PM</p><p>End Time: 8:00 PM</p><p></p><p>Please bring along money to pay for games and drinks.</p><p>If you have any questions please email Marie@diverseuk.org</p><p></p><p></p>
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12/01/2021 06:00 PM
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Diverse Online Yoga Videos
<p><b>Diverse Yoga For Relaxation - Part 1<br/></b><br/><b>Here is a link to our first video Yoga For Relaxation Video Part 1:</b> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vFuBonnsswM&feature=youtu.be">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vFuBonnsswM&feature=youtu.be</a></p><p><b>Ever wanted to try yoga but not known where to start?</b></p><p><b>Well here is our first Diverse online yoga class to help you get to know the basics.</b></p><p><b>Yoga is so much more than a load of fancy (and sometimes difficult), poses. It helps our body to connect to our mind through breathing and can help when we feel overwhelmed, over tired and a bit frazzled… something that we have all had to deal with in some form this year!</b></p><p><b>Yoga has been proven to have many health benefits including:</b></p><p><b>Can decrease stress levels</b></p><p><b>Relieving anxiety</b></p><p><b>May help with depression</b></p><p><b>Can improve sleep quality</b></p><p><b>For more detailed information on some of the benefits see the articles below:</b></p><p><a href="https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/13-benefits-of-yoga#TOC_TITLE_HDR_2"><b>13 Benefits of yoga backed by science</b></a></p><p><a href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/mind-and-mood/yoga-for-anxiety-and-depression"><b>Yoga for anxiety and depression</b></a></p><p><b>This practice will only take you 20 mins and you don’t need anything… just a little quiet space on a floor. (Cushions and matt are useful but not essential).</b></p><p><b>Plus you may see a familiar face at the beginning explaining more about why we have chosen to do this.</b></p><p><b>GO ON… GIVE IT A GO… YOU HAVE NOTHING TO LOOSE!!</b></p><p><b>(And if you like it please let us know), we are hoping to do an online live session in a few weeks which will be a great opportunity to see the wonderful Lottie Live in action…</b></p><p><b>.............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................</b></p><p><b>Diverse Yoga for a Tired Mind - Part 2</b></p><p><b>Here is a link to our second video Yoga For a Tired Mind Part 2:</b> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yfrxSyX7vH8&feature=youtu.be">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yfrxSyX7vH8&feature=youtu.be</a></p><p><b>GO ON… GIVE IT A GO… YOU HAVE NOTHING TO LOOSE!!</b></p><p><b>This one is designed to give you a few exercises to use when your mind is feeling tired, unmotivated and a bit fed up. Feelings that I’m sure all of you will have experienced recently having had to go (yet again) into full lockdown.</b></p><p><b>The physical element of this video is fairly low and it is approximately 20 minutes long. The first half focuses on some breathing techniques and things you can do sat in a chair if you aren’t wanting to do too much right now. In the second half, there are a few stretches but you can pick and choose which bits suit you depending on how you are feeling on the day.</b></p><p><b>For those of you who missed our first video last year, here it is again below with a little background information about yoga.</b></p><p><b>Yoga is so much more than a load of fancy (and sometimes difficult), poses. It helps our body to connect to our mind through breathing and can help when we feel overwhelmed, over tired and a bit frazzled… something that we have all had to deal with in some form in 2020/2021!</b></p><p><b>This practice will only take you 20 mins and you don’t need anything… just a little quiet space on a floor. (Cushions and mat are useful but not essential).</b></p><p><b>Plus you may see a familiar face at the beginning explaining more about why we have chosen to do this.</b></p><p><b>(And if you like it, (and let us know), we are hoping to do a live session online in a few weeks which will be great opportunity to see the wonderful Lottie in action…</b></p><p></p><p><b>Many Thanks</b></p><p><b>The Diverse Team</b></p><p><b>Andrew, Harry & Marie</b></p>
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06/07/2023 07:00 PM
06/07/2023 10:00 PM
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Wednesday Night's Path To Aspios Pub Group (Hidden Gems)
<h2><b>South Glos Aspies Pub Group</b></h2><hr/><p>Come and meet us at the The Royal George Pub in Thornbury.</p><p></p><p>Date: Every Wednesday</p><p>Start time: From 7:00 PM</p><p>End Time: 10:00 PM</p><p>Location: The Royal George Pub, 7 The Plain, Thornbury, Bristol BS35 2AG</p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.classicinns.co.uk/the-royal-george-thornbury">The Royal George</a></p><p></p><p>You can arrive anytime, and there is great quality food and drinks available.</p><p>It is a friendly and relaxed social event. It is aimed at those that identify as on the spectrum.</p><p>Please feel free to bring a friend or PA for support if necessary.</p><p></p><p>Contact Robert Graham for more information or to book a place - robert.whgraham@gmail.com</p>
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06/28/2023 02:00 PM
06/28/2023 05:00 PM
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Gaming
<p></p><h2>The Diverse Bristol GAME Belong Social.</h2><p><br/>No need to book!<br/>Pizza is often provided too!!<br/>Every 4th Weds of the month<br/>Time: 2pm-5pm<br/>Location: GAME Belong Bristol, 23 Merchant St, Broadmead, Bristol BS1 3EP.</p><hr/><p><br/>We hire out the whole of the top back area<br/>Arrive anytime from 2pm, your game session will be at a special discounted rate, only £5 per hour (membership for a month is also £15) .<br/>There are now extra couches in the back area for those wanting to play together or sit on a comfy couch.<br/>We have plenty of spaces, however please arrive early if you want to sit and play in the Diverse reserved area<br/>However, there are plenty of other spaces in the gaming arena that aren't within the Diverse Social reserved area that you are welcome to sit in too</p><hr/><p><br/>We look forward to seeing you all there.<br/>We are looking for a GAME social volunteer/leader if anyone is interested, please email Marie@diverseuk.org.</p>
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06/14/2023 05:30 PM
06/14/2023 09:00 PM
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Diverse Bath Cinema Social
<h2><b>Diverse Bath Cinema Social</b></h2><hr/><p></p><p>The group meets on the 2nd Wednesday of each month.</p><p>Cinema: <a href="https://www.odeon.co.uk/cinemas/bath/">ODEON Bath, Kingsmead Leisure Complex, James St West, Bath BA1 2BX</a></p><p>Meet up location: Bath Brew House, 14 James St W, Bath BA1 2BX</p><p>Start time: 5:30 PM</p><p>End Time: 9:00 PM</p><p>Website: <a href="http://thebathbrewhouse.com/">Bath Brew House</a></p><p>Contact: Ambrose Nankivell is the group leader</p><hr/><p></p><p>The Social starts at 5:30 pm, however depending on which film you decide to watch, you can arrive when you like.</p><p>People are welcome to have a few drinks and some food if you want to, until film adverts start.</p><p>Film choices will be made available nearer the time.</p><p>Some of you may want to sit together during a film others may want to sit alone.</p>
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06/19/2023 06:00 PM
06/19/2023 09:00 PM
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Diverse Bristol Cinema Social
<h2><b>Diverse Bristol Cinema Social</b></h2><hr/><p></p><p>The group meets on the 3rd Monday of each month.</p><p></p><p>Location: Showcase Cinema de Lux, Cabot Circus, Glass House Ln, Broadmead, Bristol BS1 3B</p><p>Start time: 6:00 PM</p><p>End Time: 9:00 PM</p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.showcasecinemas.co.uk/showtimes/showcase-cinema-de-lux-bristol?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=gmb-listing-bristol">Showcase Cinema de Lux</a></p><p>Contact: Ryan McGrath is the group leader .</p><p>Ryan will be wearing his Diverse UK T-Shirt so you’ll be able to recognise him!</p><p>For more information, or to book your place please email Marie@diverseuk.org</p><hr/><p></p><p>The social starts at 6pm, however, depending on which film you decide to watch, you can arrive when you like.</p><p>We meet in the bar area to the right of the main entrance of the cinema. We will have a few drinks and food, until the movie adverts start.</p><p>Feel free to take in your own food and non alcoholic drinks in, if you are trying to save money. Make sure that the beverages are in plastic containers, such as a coke bottle. (Taking in your own alcohol isn't allowed within the cinema group) .</p><p>Some of you may want to sit together during a film others may want to sit alone.</p><p>Some of you may also want to stay after your film and hang out in the bar area, or you may just want to go home, it is up to you.</p><p>The selection of films will be made available a week in advance in the discussion tab on the Facebook Event page.</p><hr/><p></p>
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07/17/2023 11:00 AM
07/17/2023 03:00 PM
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Diverse Bristol Tennis Fun Club
<h2><b>Diverse Bristol Tennis Fun Club</b></h2><hr/><p></p><p>We are delighted to announce that the new Diverse Bristol Tennis Fun Club for All Abilities will be starting in February 2022.</p><p>It will take place every 1st Tuesday of the month.</p><hr/><p></p><p>Date: See below</p><p>Start time: 11:00 AM (Please arrive around 10:45 PM)</p><p>End time: 1:00 PM</p><p>Location: Kings Tennis Club, Maplemeade, Bishopston, Bristol BS7 8JG</p><p>To book your place please text Alistair 07702677783 with your name.</p><p>Equipment is provided.</p><p>If you have any questions please email Harry@diverseuk.org</p>
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06/12/2023 11:55 AM
06/12/2023 01:00 PM
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South Bristol Football Fun Club
<h2><b>South Bristol Football Fun Club</b></h2><hr/><p>We are delighted to announce that the new Diverse South Bristol Football Fun Club for all abilities has officially started.</p><hr/><p></p><p>It will take place on the 2nd Monday of every month.</p><p>Start time: 11:00 AM (Please arrive around 10:45 PM)</p><p>End time: 1:00 PM</p><p>Location: Windmill Hill City Farm, Philip St, Bedminster, Bristol BS3 4EA</p><p>To book your place please text Alistair 07702677783 with your name.</p><p>If you have any questions please email Harry@diverseuk.org</p>
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06/20/2023 01:00 PM
06/20/2023 04:00 PM
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Outdoor Photography Walking Social
<h3><b>Diverse Photography Walking Social</b></h3><p></p><p></p><p>Date: Takes place on the third Tuesday of each month.</p><p>Start Time: 1:00 PM</p><p>End Time: 4:00 PM</p><p>Location: The Bristol Docks</p><p>Meeting Point: The M Shed, Princes Wharf, Wapping Rd, Bristol BS1 4RN.</p><p>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/mshedbristol/">M-Shed</a></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.bristolmuseums.org.uk/m-shed/?gclid=CjwKCAjw04yjBhApEiwAJcvNodiaEQyE9YNFGGU1oa4DxGESKrZN4N_P19AK8GruvFJ7WOiw8hsAeRoCuyoQAvD_BwE">The M-Shed</a></p><p></p><p></p><p>Please arrive around 12.45pm, call Marie on 07538152626 if running late or to locate the group.</p><p>We will aim to start the walk around 1.15pm.</p><p>Locations will change every month and may also rotate.</p><p>Wear comfortable clothing, grippy shoes and bring a waterproof jacket in case of rain.</p><p>We will take a leisurely stroll around the beautiful and historic Bristol Docks, you are welcome to take pictures of anything of interest.</p><p>We will aim to end the walk back at harbourside, around 3pm where you can have lunch with the group if you like.</p><p>We will decide as a group where to eat lunch.</p><p>Please bring along your own camera or use your smartphone.</p><p>This social is weather dependant.<br/>If the weather is too bad the walk will be postponed.</p><p>Please email Marie@diverseuk.org if you have any questions.</p><p></p><p>If you would like to, please share your photos on our <a href="http://www.instagram.com/diverseuk.autism">instagram page</a>.</p><p></p><p>Many Thanks<br/>The Diverse Team</p><p></p>
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06/27/2023 06:00 PM
06/27/2023 09:30 PM
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Live Music and Night Club
<h3>Club Night and Live Music</h3><hr/><p></p><p>Time: 6pm - 9.30pm</p><p><br/>Arrive anytime from 6pm</p><p>Location: Basement45, 8 Frogmore Street, Bristol, BS1 5NA.</p><p></p><p>ASD, LD & disability friendly social event set in Bristol's oldest nightclub.</p><p>There is a £5 entry fee. Please bring a credit or debit card as we are trying to go cashless as much as possible.</p><p>There are 3 rooms with different music, a chill out area to the right of the main bar area. There's also a room called the Den with tables and seats at the back of room 2 where there will be some food & snacks provided for the super special Diverse Club Night Welcome Back Party.</p><p>The live music will take place in the main room from 8pm onwards.</p><p>Snacks are not usually provided.</p><p>There is a fully stocked bar with alcoholic and soft drinks available.</p><p>Free tea & coffee is also available to PA's.</p><p>Please specify if you are bringing a PA, a friend or a family member along with you for support.</p><p>If you would like to book a place or if you have any questions please email Marie@diverseuk.org</p><p>Many Thanks<br/>The Diverse Team<br/>Marie, Andrew & Harry</p>
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06/19/2023 05:00 PM
06/19/2023 08:00 PM
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Diverse and Coexist Kitchen free cooking sessions
<p>We have very exciting news - Diverse has teamed up with the lovely friendly people at Coexist Kitchen to do some fun FREE cooking sessions at.</p><p>Location: Coexist Community Kitchen CIC</p><p>Mivart Street Studios, </p><p>Unit 10 Epstein Building,</p><p>Bristol. BS5 6JF</p><p></p><p>Dates: <b>19th June between 5.00 pm - 8.00 pm</b> and <b>25th July between 4.00 pm - 7.00 pm</b>.</p><p>The organisation provide all the food and help you with every step of the cooking process! and you get to eat at the group or if you want, take the food home with you!</p><p>Just text Andrew on 07795490730 to book your place or email me at Andrew.powell@diverseuk.org</p>
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