4 August 2026
Arthur's House staff and residents recently took part in the Glastonbury Pride Parade for the very first time, joining the colourful procession from the High Street to Chalice Well.
For those that don’t know it, Arthur’s House is one of our two houses which supports young people aged 16-18 who are facing homelessness. The team at Arthur’s House bring so much magic and joy to their work every day.... Read more
31 July 2026
YMCA BG Youth Workers recently had the privilege of accompanying 25 young carers to the Young Carers Festival for a weekend packed with fun, learning and connection.
The festival brought together young carers from across the country, creating a unique opportunity for them to socialise, build friendships and enjoy new experiences in a supportive environment. Throughout the weekend, young people immersed themselves in a wide range of... Read more
22 June 2026
Our little boutique hostel in the heart of Bristol is getting noticed!
The Bristol Wing, one of our two social enterprise hostels, has been awarded the 2026 Traveller’s Choice award based on customer reviews on Tripadvisor. This means we are in the top 10% of hotels worldwide! And to top it off,... Read more
16 June 2026
Each year, our gym team take advantage of the warm weather and sunshine to host a summer social event. It is a great way to shake things up a bit with some fresh air and fun challenges.
This year, the team held a 5k run /walk across our beautiful city of Bath. Starting from YMCA Bath Gym, participants headed down the canal and concluded their journey at Adventure Cafe. The weather added a helping hand this year... Read more
14 April 2026
What is Thrive 16+? In Somerset, there are many young people who are faced with housing-related obstacles. Our Thrive 16+ programme, funded by Somerset Council, supports young people aged 16-25 who are homeless or threatened by homelessness. This can happen... Read more
4 February 2026
Do you ever feel like the world around you is moving too fast?
With the constant access to media, pressures from school, social and home life, young people face overwhelming expectations every day. Young carers face the same pressures as any other young person, but with the added responsibility of caring for a... Read more
2 December 2025
Linda is a 72-year-old woman who faced many personal challenges before arriving at Spencer House.
After a period of hospitalisation overseas, she returned to the UK in February 2023 and, with nowhere else to go, found herself living in her son’s garden shed. The space offered only the most basic amenities – little more than... Read more
10 November 2025
Thanks to Somerset Community Foundation and Friends of Somerset Young Carers, we were able to bring 26 young carers on a two-night residential trip to Magdalen Farm last month.
These young people, ranging from 11 to 18 years old, are the primary carer of a close family member. Due to their caring responsibilities, they often miss out on key childhood experiences and opportunities. The aim of the trip was... Read more
4 November 2025
“It’s like a feeling that you get the second you walk in. It just feels like a second home.” — Young person at Street Youth Club
At YMCA Brunel Group, our youth clubs are more than just after-school hangouts. They are places of possibility: A welcoming space for young people to explore their interests A chance to socialise, make friends, and just be a kid A... Read more
21 October 2025
Recently, our CEO, Mike Fairbeard, paid a visit to our youth club in Frome.
He was instantly greeted with warmth, energy, and joyfulness. Staff and young people alike were eager to show off their newly renovated space, although they made sure not to let Mike win at pool! The atmosphere in the centre was... Read more
