Welcome To The Park
The Centre occupies a 15 acre site on the main bus route through Knowle. It opened in 2000 as a hub of community activity including learning, business, support services and leisure.
Local people are at the heart of everything that goes on. The buildings are set in a pleasant environment and offer good facilities to accommodate a wide range of ages and interests.
The Park tries to offer something for everyone and everyone who uses the site is seen as equally important.
The Centre sits within the Children’s and Young People’s Service (CYPS) of Bristol City Council and is run by a small management team.
The Centre is open 7 days a week.
Monday to Friday 8am – 10pm. Weekends 9am – 4pm. Extended opening times can be arranged.
Forthcoming Events / News Board
Central YMCA Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
Your Fitness career starts here! If you want to work in a Gym as a Fitness Instructor or take steps to becoming a Personal Trainer, you can get started now by qualifying with a highly respected awarding body and experienced Tutor.
The course starts at The Park on Wednesday 28th April 2010 and runs every Wednesday after for 10 weeks. 6.30pm - 9.30pm.
For mor information please call James Whitham on 0117 3773382 or via e-mail at james.whitham@bristol.gov.uk
Sport Relief Mile
As a community event and to raise funds for Sports Relief, The Park Centre is holding a Sport Relief Mile on Sunday 21st March 2010.
We would like this to be an event for the whole community and want as many people and organisations involved as possible, not only to raise a lot of money but to bring the Knowle West community together.
BBC News School Report
Students from The Park will be making the news for real on 11th March 2010 as they take part in the BBC News School Report.
The Key Stage 3 group are taking part in this national project run by the BBC. A student from the group said "We have produced a short film about what it is like to be a student at The Park. We would like to thank Frank from the BBC for his help and support. We hope many people watch and enjoy our film".
Please re-visit this page after the 11th to see what they got up to.
New Simple Circuits classes
Fun exercise class, with a qualified Instructor begins at The Park on Wednesday 17th March 2010 between 6pm and 7pm in Dance Studio 1. Suitable for people of all ages and abilities. Beginners especially welcome. Sessions only £3.00. For more information please call Kate Cooke on 07734 668970.
Health & Beauty Course
Come and Learn the basics of Beauty Therapy including; Mini Facials, Make Up, Hand Massage, Nail Painting, Refexology, Skin Care and much more.
The course is FREE and starts on Friday 26th February 2010 between 10am and 12pm at The Park.
The course is aimed at learners with few or no qualifications. For more information please call Zoe Phillips on 0117 9039808 or via e-mail at zoe.phillips@bristol.gov.uk
Basic Computer Skills Course
Find out about how to navigate round a computer, how to use the internet, how to set up your own e-mail account, how to use Microsoft Word, how to use printers, scanners, digital cameras and other computer hardware.
The course is FREE and starts on Tuesday 23rd February 2010 between 7pm and 9pm at The Park. It runs for 7 weeks
The course is aimed at learners with few or no qualifications. For more information please call Zoe Phillips on 0117 9039808 or via e-mail at zoe.phillips@bristol.gov.uk
Office Space available to rent
The Park currently has office space of various sizes available to rent. For further information or to arrange a look round please call 0117 9039770.
Team building/Challenge days
If your organisation is interested in a Team building/challenge day, then The Park maybe the place for you. We have various different tasks of all shapes and sizes for you get involved with.
For more information please contact joy.pollard@bristol.gov.uk or ring 0117 9039770.
Grants for local young people
The Park Local Opportunity Centre Ltd is offering local young people the opportunity to apply for a grant towards things such as course fees, trips or equipment.
Application forms will be available in early 2010 from Jean Maloney who is based at The Park.
Grants are available up to £150 per person.
For more information please call Jean on 07947 517495.
