Time to sign up for stripes! We're just weeks away from World Stroke Day... and we'll be marking the occasion in style with our very own "Stripes For Stroke" fundraising event – and asking schools, colleges and workplaces to show their support for local stroke-affected people.

It's not to late...to be part of our upcoming Wellbeing Day! There is so much going on to encourage & enable people to improve their physical & mental wellbeing! Date: Friday 17th Oct Where: Oatley Hall, St Monica Trust, Cote Lane, BS9 3UN Time: 10am-2.30pm (stands from 9am)

You are invited to our next Stroke Information Talk. When: Thursday 25th September Time: 12.30pm – 2pm Where: On Zoom ‘Coming to Terms with Stroke - What Supports Emotional Recovery and Adaptation?’ To join the session click on the link to book your slot:

Magic medal moments... Some more cracking shots from our Charity Walk - this time some of the record 146 walk finishers with their hard-earned medals!

More fab Charity Walk group shots - these are from our 3-mile route ace photographer Linda... are you here?

This year's Charity Walk has smashed our target - the precise amount is soon to be revealed! - but the day was only made possible by the 30 volunteers who made it safe for everyone taking part. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

A pictorial tribute to the wonderful Bristol A Capella chorus, who gave our Charity Walk such an uplifting start!

Some more great shots from our Charity Walk - this time from ace snapper Steve. Watch out soon for the big reveal of the grand total raised... will it be a record? You bet it will!

More marvellous memories from our Charity Walk, featuring some of the amazing people walking that day! Pictures from our fab photographers Helen & Steve.

You are invited to our next Stroke Information Talk. When: Thursday 25th September Time: 12.30pm – 2pm Where: On Zoom ‘Coming to Terms with Stroke - What Supports Emotional Recovery and Adaptation?’ To join the session click on the link to book your slot:

Flash, bang, wallop what a picture! Steve, one of our fab photographers, captured these smashing images at last week's Charity Walk. Are YOU in the frame?

Some more of our wonderful walkers from last week's inspiring event... are YOU here?

Some of our wonderful walkers from last week's inspiring event... are YOU here?

Have you booked your place at our annual Wellbeing Day?! When: Friday 17th October Where: St Monica Trust, Cote Lane, BS9 3UN This year we are talking about "Give it a Go!" Find out more here: buff.ly/DLLLizn Contact the office to book your place!

Some of our youngest supporters! This year's Charity Walk saw lots of children playing THEIR part too... here are a few of our favourite shots from ace photographer Helen.

Just walkin' the dog! Some of the cute canines who made this year's Charity Walk such a grrr-eat success!

🌟 A huge THANK YOU again to our amazing sponsors @evelynsbristol and @wuppiesraw for supporting our Charity Walk! 🌟 We are also incredibly grateful to Burges Salmon Bristol for their support and to John James Bristol Foundation, who have boosted our efforts with matched funding!

You are invited to our next Stroke Information Talk. When: Thursday 25th September Time: 12.30pm – 2pm Where: On Zoom ‘Coming to Terms with Stroke - What Supports Emotional Recovery and Adaptation?’ To join the session click on the link to book your slot:

Only 24 hours to... our charity walk! If you haven't pre-booked, just come along to Eastville Park (near Park Avenue car park) and sign up for either our 1,3 or 6 mile walk. Registration starts at 10.15 for a 11.00am start. Full details here: www.bristolafterstroke.org.uk/resources/ch...

Big shout out to the award-winning @BristolACappella, who will be sending our charity walkers off in style this Saturday. A huge thank you to everyone coming along… especially Sirona Integrated Community Stroke Service Lead, Emma Richards, who will not only be singing but joining our walk too!

Have YOU had your copy of the latest newsletter from Bristol After Stroke? It's a right riveting read, packed with great stories and and helpful information! If you'd like to be put on our subscriber list, just email: [email protected]

Just a final reminder that online registrations for our Charity Walk close tomorrow at 12pm. There will be tickets also available to purchase on the day (subject to availability). bas-charity-walk.raiselysite.com Thank you to everyone who has signed up and donated so far!

Get stripey for stroke this October! Yes, it’s almost that time of year again where normal attire goes out of the window, and schools, hospitals, clubs and companies don something with stripes in support of stroke-affected people! www.bristolafterstroke.org.uk/articles/get...

Make your birthday really count! It’s the thought that counts… and, if you’d prefer to help stroke-affected people locally on their recovery journey rather than receive presents for your next birthday, we’d be incredibly grateful! Here's how to do it! www.bristolafterstroke.org.uk/articles/mak...

Round-up of Stroke News - September 2025 This month's selection includes a highly promising AI diagnostic tool that could radically improve recovery prospects, and news of a drug that could prove more effective in reducing strokes and heart attacks. www.bristolafterstroke.org.uk/articles/rou...

You are invited to our next Stroke Information Talk. When: Thursday 25th September Time: 12.30pm – 2pm Where: On Zoom ‘Coming to Terms with Stroke - What Supports Emotional Recovery and Adaptation?’ To join the session click on the link to book your slot:

This year’s Wellbeing Day…. your chance to “Give it a go”! An incredible opportunity to share experiences and explore inspiring new ways to improve our physical, emotional and mental health. Read more and book your place here:

Online registrations for our Charity Walk close at 12pm on Thursday 4th September! 🌟 Some tickets may be available on the day (subject to availability), but registering now secures your spot and helps us prepare for an amazing event. 👉 Sign up here: bas-charity-walk.raiselysite.com

Join the craic at our monthly Young Person's Meet Up! Our monthly "Young Persons Meet-up" for stroke-affected people aged 50 and under is really going from strength to strength. Why not join us? buff.ly/eZoseWG

BAS artists to go on show Royal West of England Academy recently ran an amazing art workshop recently for our Croft End group... and their work will soon be exhibited at the Academy itself! www.bristolafterstroke.org.uk/articles/bas...

Billy Fisher may only be 7 3/4, but he's walking three miles for charity on Saturday 6 September… and raising over £1,000 in sponsorship. Read his inspiring story here! www.bristolafterstroke.org.uk/articles/bil...

We're Recruiting! Bristol After Stroke is looking for a Group Leader to run 2 weekly groups to support stroke affected people. The purpose of the groups is to support recovery, rebuilding life after stroke and building resilience.

2 WEEKS TO GO! 3 wonderful routes to choose from - 1 mile, 3 miles and 6 miles Register your place here: bas-charity-walk.raiselysite.com

Our monthly "Young Persons Meet-up" is going from strength to strength, with 10 younger stroke-affected people joining us last month. If YOU would like to enjoy the craic this month (28 Aug) let the office or your stroke-co-ordinator know in advance. 0117 9647657/ [email protected]

Saturday 6th September is fast approaching - have you booked your ticket for our Charity Walk yet? Join us for a day of fresh air, scenic views, and community spirit - all in support of helping people rebuild their lives after a stroke. Register or find out more here: bas-charity-walk.raisely.com

We're Recruiting! Bristol After Stroke is looking for a Group Leader to run 2 weekly groups to support stroke affected people. The purpose of the groups is to support recovery, rebuilding life after stroke and building resilience.

Thank you so much to all of you who have signed up to our Charity Walk so far. Every penny raised from the walk and other fundraising activities really does help make a difference to us. If you haven't registered for our walk, but would like to, please register here: buff.ly/3wDBlLb

Thank you so much to the RWA, and Jill Carter especially, for running an amazing art workshop for our Croft End group... setting the theme of "What makes YOU feel good?". Here are just a few of the fantastic results.

Thank you to all of those – volunteers, staff and trustees – who made our stand at the Balloon Fiesta so popular, so enjoyable and so rewarding!

Thank you! Thank you! 946 Co-op shoppers have so far made us their "local cause", and so are making a contribution to BAS with every purchase they make. There's still 10 weeks to go if you'd like to do the same... and get us up to 1,000! membership.coop.co.uk/causes/89302

We're Recruiting! Bristol After Stroke is looking for a Group Leader to run 2 weekly groups to support stroke affected people. The purpose of the groups is to support recovery, rebuilding life after stroke and building resilience.

📅 Just 1 month to go! Join us on Sat 6 Sept at Eastville Park for a Charity Walk to support stroke recovery 💙 🚶♀️ 1, 3, or 6 mile scenic routes 🌿 Wildlife + park history sheets 🍰 Free tea & cake at the finish 💸 All donations matched! 🎟 bas-charity-walk.raiselysite.com #CharityWalk #StrokeSupport

Today's the day! Come and meet us at the Balloon Fiesta – look out for our magnificent new pink gazebo! Chat with staff, volunteers and tristees, take part in our competitions and find out more about our services. See you then!

Round up of Stroke News - August 2025 This month's collection (so far!) covers everything from emotionally-charged stroke journeys through to radical new treatments. www.bristolafterstroke.org.uk/articles/rou...

Fit, younger people can have strokes too – and this excellent article on a former footballer and coach movingly explores the challenges and emotions often experienced on the recovery journey. www.theguardian.com/football/202...

We're Recruiting! Bristol After Stroke is looking for a Group Leader to run 2 weekly groups to support stroke affected people. The purpose of the groups is to support recovery, rebuilding life after stroke and building resilience.

There are just 5 WEEKS TO GO until our Charity Walk! Have you bought your tickets yet? Walk with us and help us rebuild lives after a stroke. 🎟 Get your tickets here: buff.ly/BVKPvJq

A great line-up of inspiring activities, presentations and discussions are being lined up for this year's Wellbeing Day - all designed to boost your recovery journey. Don't forget to book your (free!) place soon.

Join us for a Charity Walk on Sat 6th Sept at Eastville Park! Choose from 1, 3, or 6 mile routes along the beautiful Frome Valley Walkway. This year every £ you raised will be matched meaning even more impact can be made. 🎟 Get your tickets here: bas-charity-walk.raiselysite.com

You are invited to our next Stroke Information Talk. When: 31st July 2025 Time: 12.30pm – 2pm Where: On Zoom This month we will be talking about the introduction into clinical research. To book your place click here: