South Gloucestershire Council
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Placement opportunities with GWR at Bristol Parkway Station, starting in September and October 🚆 Through the South Gloucestershire Youth Guarantee Programme, eligible 17 to 21 year olds can gain experience and receive careers support 👉 https://orlo.uk/Youth_Guarantee_F4jkr
We’ve partnered with Enterprise Car Club to bring new hybrid vehicles to Harry Stoke, Lyde Green, Staple Hill, Beaufort Park and Filton Avenue. Cost-effective travel, 1,300+ cars and vans UK-wide, book by hour or day, app access 24/7. To find out more info, visit https://orlo.uk/deycP
Have your say on tourism and events in South Gloucestershire. Visit West wants to hear from local residents about tourism, festivals and events. Your feedback will help shape future decisions across the region. To take the survey, visit https://orlo.uk/CbthE
🌿 Imagine every garden, verge and green space working together for nature. Community Nature Reserves help wildlife thrive and bring neighbours together. 🦔💚 To find out how you can get involved, visit https://orlo.uk/Community_Nature_Reserve_zdf2N
The Big Conversation on Care is now open, giving everyone in #SouthGlos and across the country a chance to shape the future of adult social care. What do you think the future of adult social care should look like? Have your say and find out more 👉 https://orlo.uk/The_Big_Conversation_EH4VC
Thinking about cycling more? 🚴 Borrow a pedal bike for up to 1 month or an e-bike for up to 2 weeks, completely FREE. Lights, lock and panniers included, helmet available. Collect from Bristol's CREATE Centre. Visit https://orlo.uk/Try_Out_A_Bike_NEDOH
Want to upskill in retrofit? Retrofit West is offering Training Grants of up to £1,000 for courses in low-carbon solutions and PAS standards. To apply now, visit https://orlo.uk/Retrofit_Grants_2s1S0
🐝 Think a nature reserve is somewhere you visit? Think again! Community Nature Reserves connect gardens, schools and green spaces to help wildlife thrive across whole neighbourhoods. 🌿 Your patch counts! To find out how you can get involved, visit https://orlo.uk/auNIR
🦋 The Big Butterfly Count is underway! Spend just 15 minutes counting butterflies in your garden, local park or green space before 9 August. Every sighting matters – even zero counts help scientists. Download the free ID chart. 👇 https://orlo.uk/Big_Butterfly_Count_jGw5h
Explore the hidden world of William Champion, Bristol industrialist who pioneered the first commercial production of zinc in Europe on Sunday 19 July. Visit 3 historic sites, including the Clock Tower open to the public for the first time. Tickets £5 (under 16s free). 👉 https://orlo.uk/S4giI
💧 Small changes can make a big difference. We all use water every day, and simple actions like taking shorter showers or using a washing-up bowl can help save water for the future. We're supporting Lets Save Water. To find out how you can get involved, visit https://orlo.uk/pNX5k
🚲 Want to get back into cycling? Rusty Riders offers free, friendly sessions for adults to build confidence and refresh their bike skills. No bike? Help is available. 📍 Yate, from July to September. Free (booking required). To book, visit https://orlo.uk/en7G4
🦋 Join the Big Butterfly Count in South Gloucestershire! Main counting period from 17 July to 9 August. Spend 15 minutes counting butterflies in your garden, local park or green space. Take part via the app or by visiting https://orlo.uk/r261l
🌳 Volunteer at Pucklechurch Wood! Help care for newly planted trees this summer, clear grass, fix stakes, and boost survival rates. No experience needed. Be part of creating South Gloucestershires largest new woodland! Car park just south of the M4 bridge. To book, visit https://orlo.uk/20bqu
🌱 Winterbourne: shape your community energy future! 📍 9 July from 6pm to 8.30pm, Hambrook Sports Club. Explore local solar, community ownership and how to get involved. Everyone welcome and free refreshments! To book, visit https://orlo.uk/8BP7P
You could get free home upgrades through the Warm Homes Local Grant in South Gloucestershire, delivered with Severn Wye. Find out if you’re eligible at https://orlo.uk/Warm_Homes_ou3S7 or call 0800 500 3076.
Today is #CleanAirDay. We can all wise up about #AirPollution, share information with friends and colleagues, and take action to make the air cleaner and healthier for everyone. For more information, visit https://orlo.uk/ypBti
We welcome the new State of Nature in the West of England report, highlighting urgent action and backed by a £5m Nature Fund. Proud to work with partners to restore nature, tackle climate change and create healthier places. Visit https://orlo.uk/JVXmr Get involved this week at #FestivalOfNature.
Cut your energy bills and keep your home warm with the Warm Homes Local Grant, delivered with Severn Wye. Free upgrades are available for eligible households in South Gloucestershire. Check your eligibility at https://orlo.uk/Warm_Homes_n75bo or call 0800 500 3076.
🌿 Celebrate #GreatBigGreenWeek by making your garden wildlife-friendly! Leave it a little wilder, meadow patches, fallen fruit, and a small water source can help bees and butterflies thrive. 🦋 To learn more, visit https://orlo.uk/Wildlife_Gardening_T4lEj
Cycling helps cut traffic, boost fitness, save money and improve air quality. 🛠️ There are 30+ Emergency Bike Repair Kits across South Glos making it easy to sort out a puncture or small repair. To find yours, visit https://orlo.uk/Bike_Repair_Kit_RNUav Happy cycling!
More young people are out of work or education, but support is here! If you’re 18 to 21 (or know someone who is), Youth Guarantee can help build confidence, gain skills and take the next step into work, training or education. 👉 Visit https://orlo.uk/Youth_Guarantee_ylR6j
💬 Tell us about life in your local area. Take part in our online survey by Sunday 7 June and help shape services, safety and support in South Glos. Visit https://orlo.uk/Community_Survey_chH2J
May is National Walking Month, an opportunity for all ages to get moving for health, fitness and community. In South Gloucestershire, there’s lots to explore, from organised events and health walks to scenic park trails 🌳 Discover local routes: https://orlo.uk/QgOLX
One in three new parents are missing out on Child Benefit payments during their baby’s first year 👶 Child Benefit can be claimed just 48 hours after registering your baby’s birth. Make sure you’re getting the support you’re entitled to 👉 https://orlo.uk/child_benefit_qDDmT
Today marks the 15th anniversary of the end of Operation Telic, the codename for UK military operations in Iraq. We pause to honour the courage and sacrifice of those who served. All veterans are invited to a VIP reception at this year's Armed Forces Day 👉 https://orlo.uk/Armed_Forces_Day_oKZTh
We celebrated fostering dedication and our amazing foster carers at a special awards evening. Our long service awards recognised 25 carers who have a combined 356 years of fostering. Read more about the event: https://orlo.uk/Foster_Carer_Awards_cTVTx
50,000 app downloads. With new black bin collection dates, you can check your schedule and set notifications so you never miss a collection. You can also view local planning applications, report issues, and access a range of council services. Download council app 👉 https://orlo.uk/App_kMz1r
