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SUMMARY:Children’s Community Football Festival
DESCRIPTION:Lockleaze Sport Centre presents a 6-a-side football tournament for boys and girls in school years 4–7\, welcoming refugees and local community members. \nJoin as a team or sign up individually and be placed in one. \nA free lunch will be provided from 12pm to 1pm after the tournament. \nWhen: Saturday 6 June 2026\, 10am – 12pm \nWhere: Lockleaze Sports Centre\, Off Bonnington Walk\, Lockleaze\, Bristol BS7 9XF
URL:https://www.bristolrefugeefestival.org/event/childrens-community-football-festival/
LOCATION:Lockleaze Sports Centre\, Lockleaze Sports Centre\, Bristol
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Bristol Refugee Festival Launch
DESCRIPTION:Join us at our festival launch on Saturday 6 June 2026 at SPARKS Bristol in collaboration with their International Cultural Festival in a day of live performances. Expect music\, refreshments and good vibes! \nWhen: Saturday 6 June 2026\, 12pm – 1pm \nWhere: SPARKS Bristol\, 78 Broadmead\, Bristol BS1 3JA
URL:https://www.bristolrefugeefestival.org/event/bristol-refugee-festival-launch/
LOCATION:Sparks Bristol\, BS1 3DS
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Lunchtime Lecture: As British as Fish and Chips – Refugees and the English Channel – A Poetry Indaba
DESCRIPTION:A talk and poetry reading (indaba) with Ambrose Musiyiwa\, a poet and journalist\, and Helen Moore\, a Bristol-based ecopoet and academic. \nMusiyiwa co-edits the Africa Migration Report Poetry Anthology Series\, which has recently published As British as Fish and Chips\, an anthology of writings by and about refugees crossing the English Channel. \nMoore\, whose latest collection\, The Last Lighthouse in Rising Seas (Palewell Press\, 2026)\, bears witness to forced migration and its links with the climate / ecological crisis. \nWhen: Thursday 11 June 2026\, 12.30pm – 13.30pm \nWhere: Bristol Central Library\, Deanery Road\, City Centre\, Bristol BS1 5TL \n  \nAbout the Speakers: \nAmbrose Musiyiwa is a poet and journalist with a background in the intersection between activism\, migration\, and community action. He coordinates Journeys in Translation\, an international\, volunteer-driven initiative that is translating Over Land\, Over Sea: Poems for those seeking refuge (Five Leaves Publications\, 2015) into other languages. He is also on the editorial board of the Africa Migration Report Poetry Anthology Series.\nhttps://forcedmigrationandthearts.blogspot.com/ \nDr Helen Moore is a pioneering British ecopoet\, socially engaged artist\, writer and scholar. She has published three internationally acclaimed ecopoetry collections\, and her fourth\, The Last Lighthouse in Rising Seas\, is forthcoming from Palewell Press in May 2026. Helen curates ECOPOETIKON\, an online showcase of global ecopoetries\, and teaches at two British universities. She is currently working on a climate memoir about wild Atlantic Salmons.\nwww.helenmoorepoet.com\nInstagram: @helenmooreecopoet
URL:https://www.bristolrefugeefestival.org/event/lunchtime-lecture-as-british-as-fish-and-chips-refugees-and-the-english-channel-a-poetry-indaba/
LOCATION:Bristol Central Library\, Deanery Road\, College Green\, Bristol\, BS1 5TL
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:History of Sanctuary Walk
DESCRIPTION:A short walk with Bristol City of Sanctuary to explore the legacy of Bristol and it’s role today as a welcoming city. \nThis is an opportunity to learn more about the history of Bristol through the buildings that define it and how they relate to the past. The walk will end at the Sanctuary Garden in Redcliffe with refreshments. \nWhen: Friday 12 June 2026\, 11am – 12.30pm \nStarting point: College Green\, BS1 5UA \nEnd point: Sanctuary Garden\, Redcliffe\, BS1
URL:https://www.bristolrefugeefestival.org/event/history-of-sanctuary-walk/
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Your Power\, Your Voice – Poetry Workshop with Sukina Noor
DESCRIPTION:Words have always carried people across borders. \nAs part of Evolve Music’s Community Rhythms project\, Bristol City Poet Sukina Noor invites you to find your voice\, claim your story\, and discover the power of your own words in this special poetry workshop at Bristol Refugee Festival. \nWhether you are new to poetry or have been writing for years\, this is a space to be heard. Sukina brings two years of experience as Bristol’s City Poet\, alongside a warmth and openness that makes this workshop welcoming to all. Come ready to explore\, reflect\, and express — no experience necessary\, just a willingness to share. \nThis session is open to those with experience of migration. \nCome as you are. Leave with something that is yours. \nWhen: Friday 12 June 2026\, 11am – 1pm \nWhere: Royal West of England Academy\, Queen’s Road\, Bristol BS8 1PX \nFREE – Please book via molly@evolvemusic.org.uk
URL:https://www.bristolrefugeefestival.org/event/your-power-your-voice-poetry-workshop-with-sukina-noor/
LOCATION:Royal West of England Academy\, BS8 1PX
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:The Last Lighthouse in Rising Seas – forced migration and poetry
DESCRIPTION:A poetry reading and dialogue between Zimbabwean poet and journalist Ambrose Musiyiwa and Bristol-based ecopoet Helen Moore. \nMusiyiwa co-edits the Africa Migration Report Poetry Anthology Series\, and is the founder of Forced Migration and The Arts\, a global network that brings together people with lived experience of forced migration\, artists\, academics\, activists and art spaces. \nMoore’s latest collection\, The Last Lighthouse in Rising Seas (Palewell Press\, 2026)\, bears witness to forced migration and its links with the climate / ecological crisis. \nThe event will include a Q&A with the audience. \nTicket sales will support Ambrose’s work with Forced Migration and the Arts and the Africa Migration Report Poetry Anthology Series. \nThere will also be a book stall and the opportunity to buy signed copies of The Last Lighthouse in Rising Seas. \nWhen: Friday 12 June 2026\, 7pm – 9pm \nWhere: Bristol Folk House\, 40A Park Street\, Bristol\, BS1 5JG \nTickets: £4 / £6.50
URL:https://www.bristolrefugeefestival.org/event/the-last-lighthouse-in-rising-seas-forced-migration-and-poetry/
LOCATION:Bristol Folk House\, 40a Park Street\, Bristol\, BS1 5JG
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Lunchtime Lecture: Across Mountains\, Land and Sea
DESCRIPTION:Mir Rahimi is a dedicated advocate for peace\, justice and human rights. Born in Afghanistan\, he moved to the UK in 2001 as a child refugee and went on to earn a master’s degree in political theory from the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) in 2011. He will be in conversation\, discussing his book Across Mountains\, Land and Sea: One Boy’s Extraordinary Journey. \nAbout the book: The extraordinary and uplifting true story of one boy’s journey across the world to escape death\, war and destruction\, and his inspiring life spent trying to help refugees and displaced people find safety and security against all odds. \nMore about the author here: https://mir-rahimi.com/ \nThe Lunchtime Lectures take place in the front foyer of the library. \nWhen: Thursday 18 June 2026\, 12.30pm – 13.30pm \nWhere: Bristol Central Library\, Deanery Road\, City Centre\, Bristol BS1 5TL
URL:https://www.bristolrefugeefestival.org/event/lunchtime-lecture-across-mountains-land-and-sea/
LOCATION:Bristol Central Library\, Deanery Road\, College Green\, Bristol\, BS1 5TL
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Noman’s Night Flight
DESCRIPTION:A continuation of Bristol Sanctuary Theatre’s performance Noman’s Land\, first presented at Bristol Beacon. \nThis visually striking performance follows Noman\, a refused asylum seeker\, on a surreal journey towards an imagined land of hope and despair. As past and present collide\, he encounters fellow travellers\, ghosts\, and shifting realities. \nNoman’s Night Flight gives voice to lived experiences of displacement\, revealing the humanity that connects us all. \nWhen: Thursday 18 June 2026\, 7pm – 8.30pm \nWhere: UWE Theatre at Bower Ashton\, UWE Bristol\, Kennel Lodge Rd\, Bristol BS3 2JT
URL:https://www.bristolrefugeefestival.org/event/nomans-night-flight/
LOCATION:UWE Theatre\, Bower Ashton\, UWE Bristol\, Kennel Lodge Road\, Bristol\, BS3 2JT
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Women’s Craft Club Special
DESCRIPTION:Join Arnolfini for a special Women’s Craft Club event! \nExplore traditional textile craft led by a Ukrainian artist and maker Svitlana Trygub. You’ll be guided through felt sewing and embroidery techniques while creating decorative pieces based on Ukrainian floral motifs—symbols often associated with protection and storytelling. \nLearn about Ukrainian embroidery traditions and the symbols that appear in traditional folk designs in a relaxed and creative environment that encourages connection through craft. \nFree. No need to book\, just drop in. \nAll materials provided\, including knitting\, crochet\, embroidery\, fabrics\, jewellery making and more. \nThese workshops are open\, inclusive and a celebration of community through creativity. \nAbout Svitlana Trygub \nSvitlana is a textile craft maker originally from Ukraine. Her work is inspired by Ukrainian folk traditions\, particularly the art of embroidery and handmade decorative objects. Svitlana is also a volunteer with Bridges for Communities’ ‘Stitching Together’ project. \nWhen: Friday 19 June 2026\, 11am to 1pm \nWhere: Arnolfini\, 16 Narrow Quay\, Bristol\, Avon\, BS1 4QA
URL:https://www.bristolrefugeefestival.org/event/womens-craft-club-special-2/
LOCATION:Arnolfini\, BS1 4QA
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Island of Strangers – Film Screening
DESCRIPTION:Bristol Central Library presents four captivating 15‑minute films\, created by The Daily Mirror in 2024 – 2025\, celebrating the remarkable strength\, warmth and resilience found in communities across the UK. \nTogether\, the films invite us to reflect on the powerful question: are we an island of strangers — or a nation of neighbours? \nMore details about the films here: https://refugeeweek.org/host-a-screening-island-of-strangers/ \nThe library will be open. Arrive at the First Floor Meeting Room (just off the PC area) from 17:15 for a 17:30 start. There will be a short time for discussion about the topics before the event finishes at 18:45. The library then closes at 19:00. \nFree entry but please book to help the library have a sense of numbers. \nWhen: Friday 19 June 2026\, 5.30pm – 6.30pm \nWhere: Bristol Central Library\, Deanery Road\, City Centre\, Bristol BS1 5TL
URL:https://www.bristolrefugeefestival.org/event/island-of-strangers-film-screening/
LOCATION:Bristol Central Library\, Deanery Road\, College Green\, Bristol\, BS1 5TL
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Home from Home
DESCRIPTION:Experience the soulful sound of the bağlama\, the heartbeat of Turkish folk music\, with singer/ musician Ozcan Ates\, accompanied by three UK based musicians. The evening will be hosted by Michael Loader of Somerset Storyfest. There will be food\, time to talk\, stalls and most importantly community and connection. \nWhen: Friday 19 June 2026\, 6.30pm – 8.30pm \nWhere: Curzon Cinema and Arts\, 46 Old Church Road\, Clevedon\, BS21 6NN \nTickets: Free / £2 / £4 / £6 / £8 / £15
URL:https://www.bristolrefugeefestival.org/event/home-from-home/
LOCATION:Curzon Cinema\, Curzon Cinema and Arts\, 46 Old Church Road\, Clevedon\, Bristol\, BS21 6NN
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Celebrating Sanctuary in College Green
DESCRIPTION:Our annual flagship event and festival finale showcasing Bristol refugee talent with live performances\, activities\, games\, kids area\, trade stalls and delicious food. \nBring your friends and family for a great day out! \nWhen: Sunday 21 June 2026\, 12.30pm – 6pm \nWhere: College Green\, Bristol
URL:https://www.bristolrefugeefestival.org/event/celebrating-sanctuary-in-college-green/
LOCATION:At City Hall. College Green\, Bristol BS15TR.
CATEGORIES:Festival
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