Events in and around Portishead

Visit Portishead Community Market, where hobbyists and small businesses combine with a pre-loved table top sale at Portishead Youth and Community Centre in Harbour Road starting at 10am and running until around 12.30pm.

The community café will be open for breakfast, snacks and drinks and everyone is welcome. 

Portishead Community Market is a not-for-profit community market organised and run by volunteers. 100% of the profits made will be spent supporting local businesses, charities and community organisations.

Come and check out the new squares on the Portishead Wetlands Trail at Portbury Wharf Nature Reserve. 

There are many intriguing facts to find out about the wildlife on the reserve . . . from the creature that sounds like a pig and the mammal that squeaks to the bird that inspired the design of the Japanese bullet trains.

Theses squares will be up until the 27 March when the next changeover takes place and the summer panels arrive. So don't miss the chance to see them while you can!

Fun, live upbeat music will be performed by this energetic acoustic duo at the Phoenix Bar in Victoria Square from around 8pm.

More live music will be happening from 8pm at The Siren’s Calling on Portishead Marina.

A gig not to be missed, Big Joe Bone (AKA Danny Wilson) plays what he calls "blues-grass" music... a mix of Delta blues, bluegrass, old time and hillbilly music utilising his raspy vocals, hard driving harmonica rhythms, sublime bottleneck slide guitar playing and lightning finger-picking skills on five string banjos... all held together by a very heavy stomping boot!

A six week hand building pottery evening course starts on 3rd March in the workshop at Carey’s in Portishead High Street.

Suitable for intermediate otters or beginners, the course will involve learning how to pinch, coil and slab builds; also surface decoration using slip and glaze. 

All materials provided.

To book or for more information please use the email address below. 

LIVE DISCUSSION - ONLINE

The North Somerset Local Plan will shape Portishead’s development for the next 15 years – and your voice matters!

One major proposal includes building on the Green Belt near Weston Big Wood, a site of special scientific interest (SSSI) and an ancient woodland dating back to the Ice Age.

Join our live panel discussion to learn more and share your views. Special guests include: Chris Sperring MBE, Cllr Peter Burden, Cllr Paul Gardner and Paul Churchill.

Submit questions in advance: savewestonbigwood@gmail.com

Watch live on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/portisheadtc

Let’s stand up for Portishead’s future together!

Meeting of the Planning Advisory Group.

Residents are welcome to join the meeting in person at The Folk Hall, Portishead.

This meeting will be recorded and published with a link from the Council website.

This is a hybrid meeting.

To attend in person:

• Councillors, Council staff and members of the public (who are residents) can join the meeting in person at The Folk Hall, Portishead.
• Please book in advance by emailing enquiries@portishead.gov.uk or telephone 01275 847078 (places will be allocated as requests come in).
• Those wishing to attend may continue to wear a face mask if they choose.
• We will let you know how to participate during that section of the meeting.
• We have taken these measures to protect all of us, so please respect them.

To attend via Zoom:

• Meeting ID: 978 8112 8872 Passcode: 902183
• Use link: https://zoom.us/j/97881128872?pwd=Tmt2OFRBL01Ld2xXV2xsT2xiZG1aQT09
• Dial in from your phone: 0208 080 6592 (this will be charged at the normal national call rate).
• Please sign in using your full name and stay on mute unless you are asked to speak.

Portishead Farmers Market is a Certified Farmers Market, which means it has been inspected by FARMA, and abides by their guidelines. Shop here for crafts, food, flowers, plants and produce, safe in the knowledge that everything is local and you're buying direct from the producer. The market is held on the second Saturday every month in Waitrose Plaza.

Ideal for new parents and parents-to-be, Portishead Youth and Community Centre in Harbour Road is hosting an informative day with a team of post-natal professionals who will be offering valuable advice and information.

In addition to being an ideal opportunity to socialise with other new parents/parents-to-be, this event includes workshops covering: taking care of your baby in the early days; post birth nutrition and fitness; how to spot and how to care for your baby if they become unwell; baby wearing safety advice and baby first aid. 

For more information email Amanda or visit the website at the addresses below.

Seb Hawley combines a unique mixture of soul, jazz, blues and rock to create a sound that’s energetic, yet melodic and engaging. Join Seb for some catchy tunes and some toe tapping grooves from 8pm at The Siren’s Calling on Portishead Marina.

Join me on the second Tuesday of every month for Begin Writing's Coffee, Cake and Creative Writing workshops in Portishead. I will provide thought-provoking prompts and encouragement to help you create your own stories and poems. Plus you can catch up with friendly, like-minded people over coffee and cake. Workshops are £12 each, but places need to be booked so please message to confirm your space.

Here's what people are saying about Begin Writing workshops:

"I loved this workshop! Such a lovely space that allowed us to explore our creative brain in a supportive and encouraging group." Lucy

"I can’t tell you how much I gained from our sessions. I felt I was finding a voice I’d forgotten I had." Sue

"I really wanted to thank you for such a wonderful morning. I didn’t know what to expect but it was way more than I could have imagined." Kate

I hope to see you soon! Marie x

Bringing Technology and Community Together in Portishead!

Looking for a way to simplify technology, meet new people, and enjoy a warm drink in a relaxed setting?

Join us at Tea & Tech 2025 at The Folk Hall, Portishead! 

These free sessions are designed to make the digital world more accessible while fostering community connections.

Tea & Tech offers a relaxed and welcoming environment to:

• Ask for digital advice: Got a tricky tech question? We’re here to help!
• Get hands-on guidance: Bring your device and receive tailored support.
• Learn new skills: Discover tips to make technology easier and more accessible.

Everyone is welcome! Whether you’re seeking assistance or just want to drop in for the friendly atmosphere, we’re here to help make technology easier for everyone.

If you’re interested in attending or volunteering, please contact us:

Email: comm@portishead.gov.uk or Phone: 01275 847 078

Spread the word and bring a friend! Together, we can make technology less daunting and more enjoyable. We look forward to seeing you there! 

Meeting of the Town Council.

Residents are welcome to join the meeting in person at The Folk Hall, Portishead.

This meeting will be recorded and published with a link from the Council website.

This is a hybrid meeting.

To attend in person:

• Councillors, Council staff and members of the public (who are residents) can join the meeting in person at The Folk Hall, Portishead.
• Please book in advance by emailing enquiries@portishead.gov.uk or telephone 01275 847078 (places will be allocated as requests come in).
• Those wishing to attend may continue to wear a face mask if they choose.
• We will let you know how to participate during that section of the meeting.
• We have taken these measures to protect all of us, so please respect them.

To attend via Zoom:

• Meeting ID: 967 8324 3207 Passcode: 919652
• Use link: https://zoom.us/j/96783243207?pwd=TDhKNTlkZzBHOVBKUGJaV0tpQWl0UT09
• Dial in from your phone: 0131 460 1196 (this will be charged at the normal national call rate).
• Please sign in using your full name and stay on mute unless you are asked to speak.

Over 65? Live in Portishead?

Voluntary Action North Somerset invite you to Have Your Say on the "Good, the Bad, and the Ugly" of living in Portishead.

Do come along and be part of the conversation!

The Portishead Spring Show is the first event of the year on the town’s gardening calendar. Talented green fingered enthusiasts, bakers and artists are invited to pack the venue with flowers, fruit, vegetables, cakes and crafts to celebrate the start of spring. It’s a fantastic event that presents a sea of scent and colour submitted by a good cross section of the local community, from children to senior citizens. 

Whether you are taking part or just visiting, the show provides an ideal afternoon out for all the family, with teas, coffee and light lunches served from 12.30pm. 

The Portishead Spring Show takes place on Saturday 15th March at the Folk Hall in the High Street from 12.30- 4.30pm. Admission is £1 with free admission for children. 

Everyone is invited to take part; pick up a schedule from:

Portishead Library, The Youth Centre, The Folk Hall, Carey’s, The Beacon Hub, Heaven on the Hill and Bertie’s Pet Store, all in the town, or from Brackenwood Nursery in Abbots Leigh, BS8 3RA, to see which classes you might like to enter.

Hard hitting, stomping, in your face rhythm ‘n’ blues band The Terraplanes will deliver a powerful, energetic and classy set at The Siren’s Calling on Portishead Marina from 8pm.

Physio Flow has teamed up with Aqua on Portishead Marina for a special Pilates and Yoga Brunch event which runs from 10.30am-2.00pm.

Homemade energy balls and herbal tea will be available on arrival at the Physio Flow Studio in Kestrel Court, before an energising Pilates practice and seasonal Yoga Flow session. 

Following the classes, everyone taking part will head over to Aqua for a vegan three course menu with various options to choose from and enjoy a relaxing social. What a great way to spend a few hours on a Sunday! 

Booking is via the link below...

Returning for another St Patrick’s Day celebration to remember, The Talismen will play at The Siren’s Calling on Portishead Marina from 8pm. Any guesses as to the kind of music? St Patrick’s Day is the clue! Enjoy!

Bands On in Portishead runs a monthly open mic/jam night at Clarence House in Portishead High Street, from around 7pm in the main bar.

Whether you play guitar, keys, drums or sing – the organisers would love to see you! Follow the Bands On in Portishead Facebook page to keep up-to-date with the latest news.

A self advocacy group for adults with learning disability and/or autism run by North Somerset People First.

Come along and join Amelia as she introduces the work of the charity People First and asks your opinion on what you need or want to live a good life. 

This month Portishead Floral Art Society will be joined by demonstrator Donald Morgan, all the way from Blodau’r Bedol florists in the seaside village of Llanrhystud in the county of Ceredigion. 

The society is delighted to be hosting this acclaimed florist with his presentation, "World of Colour". The demonstration takes place at Somerset Hall in The Precinct, High Street, with the doors opening at 7pm.

Members meet on the third Wednesday of each month for demonstrations, while practice classes take place on the first Wednesday of each month. For more information about the club, visitor costs, tickets and future events, contact Nancy using the links below.

A one hour video of steam railways in the 1950s.

This event is organised by the WC&P Railway Group. Please note that this is a change in our programme. Visitors are welcome, cost £2 (refunded if you join). WC&PRG members free. Refreshments available. WC&P railway items - books, maps, cards etc will be on sale. Free parking.

Portishead Rotary Club’s annual Swimathon will take place at Parish Wharf Leisure Centre 11am-6pm. This huge fundraising event will see swimmers, aged from three-years-old to 80 years +, swim throughout the day in relay in teams of six, swimming for at least 35 minutes at their own pace.

The event regularly attracts more than 600 swimmers and oozes fun! Spectators are welcome, space permitting. For full details and entry link is on the Rotary Club’s website

Entry packs are also available at Parish Wharf Leisure Centre and online at the Rotary Club website (link below).

The evening’s live music at The Siren’s Calling is provided by Spencer Flay from 8pm. Spencer is a self-taught musician, singer, songwriter and performer who uses a guitar, ukulele and even a salt shaker to make his music.

More than 30 tables of pre-loved items are expected at this award winning toddler and baby fair selling nearly new items for babies and children 0-5 years (and maternity).

It takes place in the dining hall at Gordano School in St Mary’s Road from 10.0-11.30am. Tea, coffee and cake will be available and there’s plenty of space for parking on site; so grab your spending money, bags for life and a friend and go and find a bargain or two! Entry is £1.50 and little pickles go free!

To find out more or to book a table visit the Little Pickles event page below.

For those who like this kind of thing there’s an intuitive psychic tarot reading event at The Poacher Bar & Kitchen in Portishead High Street 11am-2pm. 

Breakfast and lunch options will be available to purchase from the venue.

To book or find out more call the phone number below.

Meeting of the Community Matters Committee.

Residents are welcome to join the meeting in person at The Folk Hall, High Street, Portishead.

This meeting will be recorded and published with a link from the Council website.

This is a hybrid meeting.

To attend in person:

• Councillors, Council staff and members of the public (who are residents) can join the meeting in person at The Folk Hall, Portishead.
• Please book in advance by emailing enquiries@portishead.gov.uk or telephone 01275 847078 (places will be allocated as requests come in).
• Those wishing to attend may continue to wear a face mask if they choose.
• We will let you know how to participate during that section of the meeting.
• We have taken these measures to protect all of us, so please respect them.

To attend via Zoom:

• Meeting ID: 953 0020 0301 Passcode: 160358
• Use link: https://zoom.us/j/95300200301?pwd=Rkx2eEdicHFzbzNyVXYxdE9pZnk4Zz09
• Dial in from your phone: 0203 481 5240 (this will be charged at the normal national call rate).
• Please sign in using your full name and stay on mute unless you are asked to speak.

Portishead Young Players invite you to join the ‘revolting’ children and find out why sometimes you just have to be a little bit naughty!

The play explores the story of a girl who dreams of a better life and the children she inspires. 

Unloved by her cruel parents, Matilda thinks she has found a safe place in school until she meets the school's headmistress who hates children and just loves thinking up new punishments for those who don't abide by her rules. Could Matilda's wit, intelligence and special powers be the pupils' saving grace? 

The children are rising up in this magical ode to the anarchy of childhood and the power of imagination.

Performances run from Thursday 27th to Saturday 29th March 2025 at Somerset Hall in Portishead High Street. The shows Weds-Fri start at 7.30pm, while shows on Saturday are at 1pm and 6pm.

To book call on the number below, or visit our booking page, also below. (A small charge is made for online and telephone bookings).

Tickets priced £12 for adults and £8 for children may also be purchased from Nortech Computers on Portishead High Street.

An opportunity to get to know your fellow business professionals over a cuppa and a bun, kindly provided by our host Wayne at lmpero Lounge

Anyone representing a business in and around Portishead welcome!

Free event-booking helps Wayne to know how many to cater for.

Why attend?– Connect, share experiences, and learn from fellow professionals in business. Discover opportunities to collaborate, build partnerships, and support the local community.

“Great meeting, so many nuggets which came from it!”

Come along and chat with your local councillors about anything Portishead! 

Whether you have questions, ideas, or concerns, we’re here to listen.

Don't miss this chance to connect with your representatives and discuss what matters to you.

Plants of the Wider Gordano Valley

An illustrated talk by Rupert Higgins taking a look at some of the many plant species supported by the wide range of special habitats of the Gordano Valley, which include fen meadows, and associated ditches, limestone grasslands and ancient woodlands.

Cash only - £2 entry for all adults and £1 for children and students, includes tea or coffee during the evening.

For more information please call either 01275 843160 or 07853248476

Friday 28 February 2025

Admission £20

Robert Fowler is one of the UK’s finest tenor sax players whose broad tone and swinging style found him joining the Pasadena Roof Orchestra in 1986, whom he stayed with for 10 years touring the globe and is the featured sax soloist on six of their albums. His influences are Ben Webster and Coleman Hawkins and like them his tone is warm, broad and juicy, with calm and measured phrasing.

Robert has played with The Syd Lawrence Orchestra, The BBC Big Band, Humphrey Lyttelton Band, and spent two years touring with Bryan Ferry’s Roxy Music and is the featured tenor sax player on their album, ‘As Time Goes By’.

Tonight Robert will take us on a journey through the slow and tender ballads to some serious swing.

Show 8.00pm. Doors open 7.00pm. Admission £20. No membership required. Clarence House boasts a full bar and free parking. 

For ticket reservations please contact Kate Sheridan using the details below.

Portishead Young Players invite you to join the ‘revolting’ children and find out why sometimes you just have to be a little bit naughty!

The play explores the story of a girl who dreams of a better life and the children she inspires. 

Unloved by her cruel parents, Matilda thinks she has found a safe place in school until she meets the school's headmistress who hates children and just loves thinking up new punishments for those who don't abide by her rules. Could Matilda's wit, intelligence and special powers be the pupils' saving grace? 

The children are rising up in this magical ode to the anarchy of childhood and the power of imagination.

Performances run from Thursday 27th to Saturday 29th March 2025 at Somerset Hall in Portishead High Street. The shows Weds-Fri start at 7.30pm, while shows on Saturday are at 1pm and 6pm.

To book call on the number below, or visit our booking page, also below. (A small charge is made for online and telephone bookings).

Tickets priced £12 for adults and £8 for children may also be purchased from Nortech Computers on Portishead High Street.

Portishead Young Players invite you to join the ‘revolting’ children and find out why sometimes you just have to be a little bit naughty!

The play explores the story of a girl who dreams of a better life and the children she inspires. 

Unloved by her cruel parents, Matilda thinks she has found a safe place in school until she meets the school's headmistress who hates children and just loves thinking up new punishments for those who don't abide by her rules. Could Matilda's wit, intelligence and special powers be the pupils' saving grace? 

The children are rising up in this magical ode to the anarchy of childhood and the power of imagination.

Performances run from Thursday 27th to Saturday 29th March 2025 at Somerset Hall in Portishead High Street. The shows Weds-Fri start at 7.30pm, while shows on Saturday are at 1pm and 6pm.

To book call on the number below, or visit our booking page, also below. (A small charge is made for online and telephone bookings).

Tickets priced £12 for adults and £8 for children may also be purchased from Nortech Computers on Portishead High Street.

Step back in time for a night to remember – 70s music all evening – please dress appropriately for the occasion! This takes place from around 8pm at The Siren’s Calling.