We are The Vench, a much-loved adventure playground and community centre in Lockleaze, Bristol. For over 50 years, we’ve been inspiring imaginative play in a supportive and fun environment to help Lockleaze children and young people live happy and healthy lives. We believe in the importance of providing our local children, young people and their families with a safe place to play, learn and create the change they want to see in the world.
The playground features a sunken trampoline, a zip wire, a drop slide, rope balances, a sports pitch, a pollinator garden, a pond and an edible garden for those who enjoy getting stuck in. Inside the centre we have meeting rooms, a youth zone, a playroom, a cinema space, work spaces and a registered kitchen that opens onto a café area.
We also host Food Clubs bi-weekly in collaboration with local partners. We are here to serve our community are adapting our offering to support local residents in these times of change.
Free play sessions for children and young people
Hire and Events
Local community groups and organisations can hire the playground to run sessions for their users. We have a wide range of hirers including church toddler groups, home education groups and charities delivering sessions for children with additional needs.
For more information visit www.thevench.co.uk or contact: lockleaze@groundwork.org.uk
07710 392078
Lockleaze Youth and Play Space
Romney Avenue,
Bristol, BS7 9TD
