Events in and around Portishead

Portishead Community Market is a not-for profit community market organised and run by volunteers. 100% of the profits made will be spent supporting local businesses, charities and organisations.

Come along to browse the products on offer from a wide range of local, independent small businesses, find out what services local organisations are able to provide and join in with our fundraising activities including our monthly charity raffle.

From gifts and jewellery to pet supplies and pastries - there is something for everyone!

The Community Café is also open providing hot and cold drinks and refreshments with all proceeds going towards supporting the fabulous work Portishead Youth & Community Centre do within the local community.

If you would like to join us as a stall holder or would like to volunteer your time to help with the market, please get in touch.

Free performances at Clevedon Bandstand as part of Clevedon LitFest Making Waves 2025.
Rimski's Mobile Performance - a curious spectacle indeed, meandering among the crowds with their marvellous musical machines: the Piano bicycle and the Double Bassicle. Performing at 12pm, 2pm and 4pm

Riding the Waves with Suzannah V. Evans. A performance of poetry celebrating all things water, from submerged amphoras to a working boatyard in Bristol.
Performance 11am - 11.30am

Barnacle Buoys, a local non-profit group of a capella singers who exist to enjoy their craft, to entertain, and to raise money (principally for RNLI and Children's Hospice South West). Performances at 1pm an 3pm.

Join PS Waverley for an evening cruise up the River Severn and under both Severn Bridges.

Currently  (14 March 2025) available to book.

Adults £39, Seniors £39, Children £1

Bikes (carriage only) £10

Well-behaved dogs £5

These monthly creative writing workshops are perfect for anyone who can't commit to weekly sessions, but would like some time for reflection, to create a new story or poem and meet other like-minded, friendly people over cakes. These workshops are £12 and places must be booked beforehand, so please get in touch if you'd like to join a session.

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Bringing Technology and Community Together in Portishead!

Looking for a way to simplify technology, meet new people, and enjoy a warm drink in a relaxed setting?

Join us at Tea & Tech 2025 at The Folk Hall, Portishead! 

These free sessions are designed to make the digital world more accessible while fostering community connections.

Tea & Tech offers a relaxed and welcoming environment to:

• Ask for digital advice: Got a tricky tech question? We’re here to help!
• Get hands-on guidance: Bring your device and receive tailored support.
• Learn new skills: Discover tips to make technology easier and more accessible.

Everyone is welcome! Whether you’re seeking assistance or just want to drop in for the friendly atmosphere, we’re here to help make technology easier for everyone.

If you’re interested in attending or volunteering, please contact us:

Email: comm@portishead.gov.uk or Phone: 01275 847 078

Spread the word and bring a friend! Together, we can make technology less daunting and more enjoyable. We look forward to seeing you there! 

Join PS Waverley for a full day trip as she cruises down Channel to the charming North Devon seaside resort of Ilfracombe for time ashore. 

Currently  (14 March 2025) available to book.

Arrive 1:45pm for time in Ilfracombe, return departs 4:45pm.

Adults £59, Seniors £59 Children £28.50

Bikes (carriage only) £10, no dogs 

Join PS Waverley for a the full cruise to Ilfracombe and then along the North Devon Coast viewing Bull Point Lighthouse and Woolacombe Bay. 

Currently  (14 March 2025) available to book.

Adults £65, Seniors £65 Children £32.50

Bikes (carriage only) £10, no dogs 

Join PS Waverley and sail across the Channel to visit the charming pier and town of Penarth with good connections to the City of Cardiff. 

Currently  (14 March 2025) available to book.

Arrive 11am for a day in Penarth, return departs 7:30pm.

Adults £40, Seniors £35, Children £20

Bikes (carriage only) £10, well-behaved dogs £5

Looking for a fun and easygoing evening out? Come join us for the second event in our feel-good painting series, where we’ll be creating a bright and cheerful sunflower on canvas – no experience needed!

Led by the lovely Tracie Fry, a talented local artist who believes painting should be light-hearted and fun, you’ll be guided step-by-step in a friendly and welcoming setting. No pressure, no judgement – just a chance to unwind, get creative and do something a bit different.

As a little extra treat, you’ll also enjoy a glass of bubbles or a soft drink while you paint, making it the perfect midweek mood-lifter.

All materials are provided, and every ticket helps raise funds for the RNLI – so you’ll be supporting a brilliant cause while having a great time.

Keep an eye out for the final event in the series too – each session is different, but the relaxed, feel-good vibe is always the same.

Please note this is a Ticketed Event which can be purchased via Event Brite or in our shop at the Lifeboat Station 

The parade is the main attraction and tradition of Portishead Carnival. 

The parade starts the from the Lake Grounds at midday and consists of small / large groups of walkers, fabulous creative floats and amazing performances, it finishes as the show field where the carnival celebrations continue.

With the parade being the main attraction of the day, the new committee have been dedicated to ensure the field aspect of the day, is full of affordable family fun.

Taking things back to the ‘old school ways‘ of traditions and community has been our mission whilst taking on such a big event.

The Portway Blues Band are a five-piece blues band dedicated to keeping the blues alive. With material ranging from the origins of the blues in the American south to the British Blues Invasion, topped with a sprinkling of rock, we are sure you will be putting on your Hi Heel Sneakers and having a Chooglin good time!

Come along and enjoy Floral evening with Nafas demonstrator Jenny York

With her demo 'Out of Africa'

Jenny has designed at Bristol Cathedral,Westminster and more recently Salisbury Cathedral with her Water into Wine design

Friday 20the June 2025

Admission £20

Unique, versatile and charismatic vocalist, Sinead McCabe, appears tonight with her ‘Sinnermen’. She is one of the finest British vocalists who specializes in early New Orleans and Prohibition jazz, as well as delighting audiences paying homage to her major influences Dinah Washington, Ma Rainey, Ottilie Patterson and Peggy Lee. 

She has performed at major jazz festivals: Upton, Bude, Swanage, Isle of Wight and been filmed numerous times for TV and is vocalist of choice for many bands. 

Tonight her Sinnermen provide the perfect backing – all band leaders and well known instrumentalists in their own right. The amazing Alan Bateman will join her on sax. 

Sinead and The Sinnermen will certainly put a spell on you, so come on down and let Sinead take us from the flappers , fringes and feathers of the 1920s to the glamour and glitz of 1940s New York. 

Show 8.00pm. Doors open 7.00pm. Admission £20. No membership required. Clarence House boasts a full bar and free parking. 

For ticket reservations please contact Kate Sheridan using the details below.

Join PS Waverley for an evening cruise up the River Severn and under both Severn Bridges, returning via Penarth and Clevedon. Return to Portishead by inclusive coach from Clevedon.

Currently  (14 March 2025) available to book.

Adults £49, Seniors £49, Children £24.50

No bikes or dogs

Come along and chat with your local councillors about anything Portishead! 

Whether you have questions, ideas, or concerns, we’re here to listen.

Don't miss this chance to connect with your representatives and discuss what matters to you.