Bath Recreation Limited Brief Description of Organisation Bath Recreation is a local charity who are passionate about providing opportunities for the local community to engage in sport and recreation. We believe recreation is a key component to bringing communities together and fostering positive lifestyles. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation Bath Recreation is a local charity who are passionate about providing opportunities for the local community to engage in sport and recreation. We believe recreation is a key component to bringing communities together and fostering positive lifestyles. We currently manage three sites, The Bath Recreation Ground, The Glasshouse Playing Fields and Broadmoor Lane Orchard and Play Area. We are located in the very centre of the beautiful world heritage city of Bath, Bath Recreation plays a valuable role at the heart of the community, providing for a wide range of sporting and recreational activities and events. Objectives The provision, with or without charge, of property in or near Bath (including, but not limited to, the Bath Recreation Ground) for use as indoor and outdoor recreational facilities for the benefit of the public. These objectives are now replicated for the Charitable Company. Future Plans We are a dynamic charity and have made an exciting journey over the past 5 years. We hope to continue our growth for the future and welcome relationships with new partners in the bid to develop opportunities for further community engagement promoting positive lifestyles for people in and near Bath. Bath Recreation Limited Brief Description of Organisation Bath Recreation is a local charity who are passionate about providing opportunities for the local community to engage in sport and recreation. We believe recreation is a key component to bringing communities together and fostering positive lifestyles. Visit WebSite

Mentoring Plus Brief Description of Organisation Mentoring Plus is a charity based in Bath & NE Somerset which supports young people facing challenges by connecting them with their community through award-winning mentoring schemes, youth clubs, projects and inspiring activities programmes. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation Mentoring Plus is a charity based in Bath & NE Somerset which supports young people facing challenges by connecting them with their community through award-winning mentoring schemes, youth clubs, projects and inspiring activities programmes. We employ professional case workers to listen to young people and understand what they want and need. We link each mentee with a volunteer mentor from their own community who we think they’ll get along with, and we support that relationship all the way. We train those volunteer mentors, giving them access to the knowledge, techniques and support they’ll need to help a young person. We provide expert supervision to mentors, just like professional counsellors receive. Almost everyone has benefited from adults outside the family taking an interest and helping us along the way. Mentoring Plus is here to make sure every young person can benefit from those connections, because everyone deserves the right to fulfill their potential. Mentoring Plus Brief Description of Organisation Mentoring Plus is a charity based in Bath & NE Somerset which supports young people facing challenges by connecting them with their community through award-winning mentoring schemes, youth clubs, projects and inspiring activities programmes. Visit WebSite

Your Park Bristol and Bath Brief Description of Organisation We want to celebrate the incredible diversity of parks and green spaces in the Bristol and Bath area. At the heart of our parks are local communities, volunteers and Friends groups and we would like to strengthen these connections. We would also like to reach out to new partners from the business community and like-minded organisations offering support. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation We want to celebrate the incredible diversity of parks and green spaces in the Bristol and Bath area. At the heart of our parks are local communities, volunteers and Friends groups and we would like to strengthen these connections. We would also like to reach out to new partners from the business community and like-minded organisations offering support. What we are doing Our aim is to support the great things that can happen in your park. It could be an idea to connect more people with their park, to reduce social isolation or provide eco-therapy. It might be a well-loved feature of a park that is at risk or a project that will enhance nature and biodiversity. We want to make parks better places to meet, play, learn, grow, breathe and enjoy nature together. Your Park Bristol and Bath Brief Description of Organisation We want to celebrate the incredible diversity of parks and green spaces in the Bristol and Bath area. At the heart of our parks are local communities, volunteers and Friends groups and we would like to strengthen these connections. We would also like to reach out to new partners from the business community and like-minded organisations offering support. Visit WebSite

Bath Area Play Project Brief Description of Organisation Bath Area Play Project are a small voluntary organisation that was established in 1979 to support the child’s right to play and have since its inception facilitated a range of play opportunities for children of all ages and abilities. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation Bath Area Play Project are a small voluntary organisation that was established in 1979 to support the child’s right to play and have since its inception facilitated a range of play opportunities for children of all ages and abilities. Play is every child’s right and the natural activity of children. BAPP believe that every child should be able to play safely close to their home. Many of the services that we provide today are very similar to how we started with the child and young person at the centre of everything that we do. Not only that but we have a playful creative approach to every aspect of our work and the flexibility to be able to adapt and respond to changing needs. Since we began, thousands of children have attended and enjoyed one of our open-access holiday playschemes, playdays and family play sessions. They have exercised their right to play and their development has been enhanced and enriched by the unique play experience BAPP offers. Children who attend BAPP playschemes, playdays and family play sessions come because they want to: Have a go at something they can’t do at home or something new Meet with friends and have a drink and chat Make up games in a safe environment Play where they know there are adults if they need them Socialise with a wider group of people including adults Access equipment and resources they might not have at home Do things on a bigger or messier scale than at home or school All our Playworkers undertake a full weeks training in play and related issues; health and safety, equal opportunities, communication including Makaton and basic sign language, practical play ideas including adapting games and activities, child protection and issues surrounding disablities. All playschemes are fully registered with OFSTED Playschemes, Events & Support Community Play Provision across Bath including Southdown, Twerton, Odd Down, Foxhill and Weston. Closed access inclusive holiday playscheme at Twerton during Spring and Summer school holidays. Teenage Rampage – a weekly club for disabled teenagers aged 13 – 19 years from 7-9pm every Tuesday evening. Young people make decisions about what they do at the sessions and are supported by qualified and experienced staff Pre-school at The Hut runs term time only from 9am – 3pm Monday to Friday and is open to all children from 12 months to school age. Parents/carers should register children in advance. The TURTLE Toy Library at The Hut allows you and your child aged 0-16 to borrow toys for up to two weeks. Huge range of toys and equipment including dressing up, sports and camping equipment and karaoke machine. Open to settings who work with children in B&NES including out of school clubs, nurseries and childminders. Community Play Rangers work all year round in parks and open spaces across Bath after school with children aged 5 – 13 years. Open to all children and staffed by qualified playworkers. Closed-access Holiday playschemes available for disabled and non-disabled children aged between 5 and 12/19 years of age in most school holidays at Three Ways School working in partnership with KIDS, Fosseway School and BOP. Bath Area Play Project Brief Description of Organisation Bath Area Play Project are a small voluntary organisation that was established in 1979 to support the child’s right to play and have since its inception facilitated a range of play opportunities for children of all ages and abilities. Visit WebSite

Bath Community Kitchen Brief Description of Organisation The Bath Community Kitchen uses food to bring about positive change for vulnerable groups in Bath and surrounding areas. Our vision is for people in Bath to have more opportunities to cook and eat together with delicious, affordable and healthy food in an inclusive and beautiful setting. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation The Bath Community Kitchen uses food to bring about positive change for vulnerable groups in Bath and surrounding areas. Our vision is for people in Bath to have more opportunities to cook and eat together with delicious, affordable and healthy food in an inclusive and beautiful setting. We also want to empower people with the skills to cook for themselves. We do this with outreach work in the community focused on the people most in need, developing cookery skills, enabling people to access affordable, healthy, delicious meals. Our long term plan is plan to create an inclusive accessible hub where people can access these meals on a pay-what-you-can basis, reducing social isolation and strengthening the community. Our approach seeks to counter the increasing prevalence of food insecurity caused by the cost of living crisis and mental and physical health issues related to social isolation, poor diet and lack of cookery knowledge. Bath Community Kitchen Brief Description of Organisation The Bath Community Kitchen uses food to bring about positive change for vulnerable groups in Bath and surrounding areas. Our vision is for people in Bath to have more opportunities to cook and eat together with delicious, affordable and healthy food in an inclusive and beautiful setting. Visit WebSite

Kidical Mass Bath Brief Description of Organisation We organise regular, family-friendly cycle rides to celebrate cycling and show that we want to cycle and we need safe spaces to do so. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation We create a “Kidical Mass” of families and friends, to cycle through the streets of Bath. We are organising these rides to highlight the need for safer streets for our children. At the first ride in May 2021, 150 people joined and were ringing their bells joyfully while cycling around the Guildhall, through Saw Close, over Pulteney Bridge and onto Great Pulteney Street. Our youngest rider was four years old and so proud to be taking part. Families from all over Bath have taken part so far: from Bailbrook to Claverton and from Bathampton to Swainswick. When riding in a group this big, you can really feel the “safety in numbers”, not to mention that riding together is just so much fun. We end the rides with a picnic in the park where the children can run around and cycle a bit more. Kidical Mass is a fun, friendly way to try and highlight the needs for safe streets for all. Everyone is welcome to join, kids and adults alike! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram “KidicalMassBath” for the latest updates and looking forward to seeing you at the next ride! Kidical Mass Bath Brief Description of Organisation We organise regular, family-friendly cycle rides to celebrate cycling and show that we want to cycle and we need safe spaces to do so. Visit WebSite

Theatre Royal Bath Brief Description of Organisation Theatre Royal Bath Ltd has been a registered charity since 1979 , delivering high quality live performance & learning. Its Grade II* listed buildings comprise 3 auditoria: the Main House, the Ustinov Studio and The Egg Theatre – a dedicated theatre for children, young people and their families. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation Theatre Royal Bath Ltd has been a registered cultural charity since 1979. A functioning theatre venue since 1805, the Grade II* listed building comprises three auditoria: the Main House, the Ustinov Studio and The Egg Theatre – a dedicated theatre for children and young people and their families. Its charitable purpose is to offer a varied and high quality programme of theatrical entertainment and to provide creative education opportunities for the public. Led by Danny Moar, Theatre Royal Bath Productions Ltd creates productions that attract world-class talent. Theatre Royal's own productions are a mainstay feature of many touring theatre programmes nationally, internationally and in the West End. Profits from this work and the sale of tickets in the Main House subsidise the charitable operation. The Ustinov Studio is renowned as a 'little black jewel' of a theatre. Ustinov Studio Artistic Director, Deborah Warner, has won accolades around the globe for her work in music theatre in the most prestigious theatre and opera venues. The Egg, led by Kate Cross, MBE, is internationally acclaimed for its trademark philosophical style and is the UKs foremost regional children’s theatre producer. Working closely with Bath Spa University, Bath College and Bath Cultural Education Partnership, TRB furthers the creative and cultural education agenda. Theatre Royal Bath has welcomed the most celebrated theatrical talent throughout the decades from Sarah Siddons to Peter Hall, Charlton Heston to Ralph Fiennes. In turn, the Theatre buildings and resources are made available to young people, our community and emerging artists to learn their trade alongside professional theatre makers on live productions. Since 2022, the Theatre has been committed to distributing free tickets to state schools through the Wonderfund. Theatre Royal Bath Brief Description of Organisation Theatre Royal Bath Ltd has been a registered charity since 1979 , delivering high quality live performance & learning. Its Grade II* listed buildings comprise 3 auditoria: the Main House, the Ustinov Studio and The Egg Theatre – a dedicated theatre for children, young people and their families. Visit WebSite

Bath & North East Somerset Faith Foundation Brief Description of Organisation Bath & North East Somerset's Faith Foundation exists to support, encourage and strengthen the work of religious groups across the district. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation Bath & North East Somerset's Faith Foundation was established in 2020 through a collaboration of community leaders, religious representatives and civic activists coming together. It: - Exists to support, encourage, and strengthen the work of faith groups across the district. - Acts as a conduit between faith groups and public bodies in ensuring they have a voice and have representation on issues that matter to them. - Carries out research into socio-religious trends in Bath, Somerset and the wider area. - Provides press, PR and media support to faith groups - Runs community engagement projects with faith (and non-faith) groups - Organises events that promote social inclusion, learning and understanding Please note, at the time of writing, B&NES Faith Foundation does not have a website; their Facebook page is their main platform here you can find more information and updates. You can also get in touch via info@bathnesfaithfoundation.org.uk Bath & North East Somerset Faith Foundation Brief Description of Organisation Bath & North East Somerset's Faith Foundation exists to support, encourage and strengthen the work of religious groups across the district. Visit WebSite

Bath & Bristol Parenting Hub Brief Description of Organisation We provide parenting courses, workshops and one-to-one support for parents of school-aged children in Bath, Bristol and the surrounding areas, both online and in person. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation Bath and Bristol Parenting Hub provides benefit to parents of children aged 2 – 17yrs, predominantly in the Bath and Bristol areas and surrounding, including Somerset, Wiltshire and Gloucestershire. This also includes caregivers and guardians acting in a parental role. We provide access to a range of parenting support for school aged parents including Triple P parenting courses; child nutrition; resilience and confidence workshops; and anxiety workshops. Our provision allows parents to access the support they need swiftly, which is relevant to their children’s age by delivering age-specific courses for 3 to 12 and 12+ aged children. The knock-on effect of good parenting on children includes benefits to development, well-being, future relationships, confidence, self-esteem, family bonding, emotional regulation, friendship with peers, mental health and resilience, to name a few. Bath & Bristol Parenting Hub Brief Description of Organisation We provide parenting courses, workshops and one-to-one support for parents of school-aged children in Bath, Bristol and the surrounding areas, both online and in person. Visit WebSite

Steps to Liberation Brief Description of Organisation Steps to Liberation is a fellowship and advance d method of working the 12 steps (from Alcholics Anonymous) open to anyone with any addiction. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation Steps to Liberation is a Community Interest Company. It uses a fleshed out method of working the 12 steps which incorporates vision work, visualisation and highly evolved cognitive change tools to help anyone recover from addiction. In our fellowship there are people who have completely recovered from sex addiction, eating disorders, codependance, drug and alcohol addiction and more. We work at healing the root of all addictions: fear and unworthiness and using the 12 step path people go on to realise thier full potential and do what they came here to do. The tools consist of the AA big book, a series of videos and a workbook, all freely available on the website. There are sponsors within the fellowship who will help anyone with willing through the 12 steps and guide them in using all the tools. Steps to Liberation has been called AA for anyone. Steps to Liberation Brief Description of Organisation Steps to Liberation is a fellowship and advance d method of working the 12 steps (from Alcholics Anonymous) open to anyone with any addiction. Visit WebSite

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Keynsham and Saltford Dementia Action Alliance Brief Description of Organisation Keynsham Dementia Action Alliance is a group located in Keynsham and is registered with the Alzheimer’s Society. It has been established with a view to making Keynsham and Saltford dementia friendly. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation Keynsham Dementia Action Alliance is a group located in Keynsham and is registered with the Alzheimer’s Society. It has been established with a view to making Keynsham and Saltford dementia friendly. The term “dementia” describes a set of symptoms that may include memory loss and difficulties with thinking, problem solving or language. Dementia is caused when the brain is damaged by diseases such as Alzheimer’s disease or a series of strokes. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of dementia but not all dementia is due to Alzheimer’s. Keynsham and Saltford Dementia Action Alliance Brief Description of Organisation Keynsham Dementia Action Alliance is a group located in Keynsham and is registered with the Alzheimer’s Society. It has been established with a view to making Keynsham and Saltford dementia friendly. Visit WebSite

The SU Bath Brief Description of Organisation The SU is the body of students at the University of Bath. We believe that when students come together, they can shape the communities they are part of for the better. Through our student leaders and elected representatives, we grow and support communities of students as they provide opportunities for others and change the world around us for the better. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation The SU is the body of students at the University of Bath. We believe that when students come together, they can shape the communities they are part of for the better. Through our student leaders and elected representatives, we grow and support communities of students as they provide opportunities for others and change the world around us for the better. Together we: Promote student interest and welfare Provide support and advice Represent the student community with the University and others Provide social, cultural, sporting and recreational activities. How we do this is through student-led: Voice – helping students stand up, speak up and make their voice heard Experiences – making friends and memories that last a lifetime Groups - broadening horizons with our communities of students Support – providing advice and support on student life Development - developing the skills students need to lead and change Our work is overseen by an independent board made up of six elected student officers, two independent students and five external independent trustees. The SU is funded by a grant from the University of Bath, membership income and the commercial revenue that we generate through our range of student spaces and services. The SU Bath Brief Description of Organisation The SU is the body of students at the University of Bath. We believe that when students come together, they can shape the communities they are part of for the better. Through our student leaders and elected representatives, we grow and support communities of students as they provide opportunities for others and change the world around us for the better. Visit WebSite

Off The Record BANES Brief Description of Organisation Off the Record Bath and North East Somerset (OTR) improves the emotional health and wellbeing of young people. We want every young person in Bath and North East Somerset and beyond to be emotionally healthy, confident and empowered in themselves. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation Off the Record Bath and North East Somerset (OTR) improves the emotional health and wellbeing of young people. We want every young person in Bath and North East Somerset and beyond to be emotionally healthy, confident and empowered in themselves. We provide a range of free services including counselling, listening support, youth participation, advocacy and specialist groups, support for care leavers and a LGBT+ focused youth group. Whilst we share a name with other Off the Record charities across the UK, we are a completely independent charity established in 1994, then merging with Off the Record Wansdyke in 1998 to cover the whole of Bath and North East Somerset and beyond. In 2018 we worked with 2,508 young people. The core outcomes of our work were improvements in young people's communication, confidence, resilience, aspirations and determination, and the prevention of future mental health problems. 99% of young people said they’d recommend us to a friend. Off The Record BANES Brief Description of Organisation Off the Record Bath and North East Somerset (OTR) improves the emotional health and wellbeing of young people. We want every young person in Bath and North East Somerset and beyond to be emotionally healthy, confident and empowered in themselves. Visit WebSite

Bath Sound Brief Description of Organisation Bath Sound (formerly Bath Hospital Radio and BA1 Radio) is a community radio station for Bath. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation Bath Sound (formerly Bath Hospital Radio and BA1 Radio) is a community radio station for Bath. We are building on more than 55 years of broadcasting experience as a hospital radio, bringing entertainment and comfort to patients in Bath Hospitals. Our mission now is to reach out further into the city to connect Bathonians through music, events, culture and the arts. We have a very dedicated and diverse group of volunteer presenters who deliver more than 30 hours of lively, intelligent and topical broadcasting each week, and we also make an eclectic range of programmes delving deeper into music, both popular and classical, the music-making around Bath, the people of the city, the art, the culture and Bath institutions and organisations. We believe that we Bathonians deserve a radio station that gives us opportunities to connect with each other and have conversations around the cultural activities that we all engage with, from cinema to dance, sport, live music, to theatre and art and more. We are a registered charity (No. 1168453) run by a board of Trustees comprised of Samuel Maggs (Co-Chair), Oliver Lewis (Co-Chair) and Helen Ward. Bath Sound Brief Description of Organisation Bath Sound (formerly Bath Hospital Radio and BA1 Radio) is a community radio station for Bath. Visit WebSite

The Guinness Partnership Brief Description of Organisation We're here to improve people's lives and create possibilities for them. We do this by providing as many high-quality homes as possible. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation We're here to improve people's lives and create possibilities for them. We do this by providing as many high-quality homes as possible. We operate in 125 local authority areas across England. We describe ourselves as a customer service organisation because it’s our customers that we’re here for. We know your home isn't just about bricks and mortar. So we want you to love living in your community too. We invest in a wide range of activities, working with partners to give people access to opportunities, develop their careers, learn, or support their communities. Some of what we do is specifically for older people. This includes older people living in their own homes, as well as those living in specialised and Extra Care housing. We also support adults with learning and physical disabilities in our Supported Living services, and young people at our Sheffield Foyer. The work that housing associations do is important, and there is an extraordinary demand for our homes and services. We want to do as much as possible to meet that demand, and to be here for as many people as possible. The Guinness Partnership Brief Description of Organisation We're here to improve people's lives and create possibilities for them. We do this by providing as many high-quality homes as possible. Visit WebSite

BANES Carers Centre Brief Description of Organisation We are a local charity dedicated to supporting the thousands of people caring for someone in Bath and North East Somerset. A carer is anyone who cares, unpaid, for a friend or family member who due to illness, disability, a mental health problem or an addiction cannot cope without their support. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation We are a local charity with over 20 years of experience in providing specialist support for unpaid carers of all ages. We work hard to ensure carers are visible and valued in Bath and North East Somerset. How can we help? We know that everyone’s caring situation is different. For some it can happen gradually with responsibilities building up overtime. For others it can happen suddenly and life can change overnight. Wherever you are in your caring journey, you are not alone. Keeping carers well It can be difficult to look after our own health and wellbeing when we care for someone else. We’re here to listen to any concerns you have and our wellbeing activities gives you space to breathe and recharge. Keeping carers in control Navigating health and social care, juggling work and supporting a family alongside caring responsibilities, are just a few of the challenges that carers face each day. Our one-to-one support sessions are here to help you feel in control. Keeping carers connected Caring can be lonely and isolating role. We offer safe and supportive spaces for you to come together with others that understand. Creating a carer-friendly community Three in five of us will care for someone during our lifetime. We strive to work with our wider community to improve recognition and support for carers. BANES Carers Centre Brief Description of Organisation We are a local charity dedicated to supporting the thousands of people caring for someone in Bath and North East Somerset. A carer is anyone who cares, unpaid, for a friend or family member who due to illness, disability, a mental health problem or an addiction cannot cope without their support. Visit WebSite

Grow For Life Brief Description of Organisation We are a small Bath based mental health charity that offers free weekly social and therapeutic gardening sessions for people whose daily lives are affected by depression, anxiety, isolation and low confidence. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation We have been running our free social and therapeutic gardening sessions since 2019 and, in that time, we have helped dozens of people grow in confidence, connect with other people and learn new skills - all within wonderful gardening spaces in and around the Bath area. We currently run 3 sessions a week as follows: Wednesdays (1-4pm) This session is held at various private gardens in and around Bath and which belong to people that, due to illness or disability, are unable to attend to their own garden regularly. We also assist other local charities who need help with keeping their garden spaces maintained. Thursdays (10:30- 13:30) This session is held at our very own Walled Garden and orchard on the outskirts of Bath where we have the facility to plant and grow our own vegetables and is a peaceful space where people can join us in a safe and friendly environment and take things at their own pace and even share in the resulting harvest! Saturdays (10-1pm) This session takes place at a school in the Odd Down area and involves the planting and maintaining of a vegetable garden which will shortly be providing produce for a Community Pantry in the local area. Grow For Life Brief Description of Organisation We are a small Bath based mental health charity that offers free weekly social and therapeutic gardening sessions for people whose daily lives are affected by depression, anxiety, isolation and low confidence. Visit WebSite

Twerton Village Hall Brief Description of Organisation Twerton village hall is a lovely Victorian building set behind Twerton High Street. It was given to the people of Twerton by the Carr Family many years ago. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation Twerton village hall is a lovely Victorian building set behind Twerton High Street. It was given to the people of Twerton by the Carr Family many years ago. It is a charity and run by volunteers, the income from the hiring of rooms is invested back in to the hall. To find out about regular groups held at the hall from exercise, dance, art, children's and baby clubs, please look at the calendar or our facebook page. There is also plenty of room for private hire including functions and meetings. The main hall is 17.4m x 7.3m - capacity 80. The meeting room is 7.8m x 5m - capacity 30. The kitchen has equipment to cater for 80, a fridge and freezer, kettles, an urn and an industrial gas cooker and oven. 30 car park capacity. Hearing loop system. Disabled access, parking and toilet. We are open until 10pm unless otherwise arranged. We are NOT licensed to sell alcohol. Please leave the building as you find it, you MUST take away your own rubbish For more information on our venue, please click on the 'How to Book' tab on our website to find out availabilty and 'Documentation' tab to review more detailed hire information. You can make a provisional booking from the calendar page but this will only be confirmed once signed paperwork and payment has been received. We invoice regular bookings monthly. Twerton Village Hall Brief Description of Organisation Twerton village hall is a lovely Victorian building set behind Twerton High Street. It was given to the people of Twerton by the Carr Family many years ago. Visit WebSite

Bath Institute for Rheumatic Diseases Brief Description of Organisation The Bath Institute for Rheumatic Diseases (BIRD) exists to support arthritis research, education and patient engagement so that we can improve treatment for patients with rheumatic diseases. Visit Website Full Description of Organisation The Bath Institute for Rheumatic Diseases (BIRD) exists to support arthritis research, education and patient engagement so that we can improve treatment for patients with rheumatic diseases. Bath has always been at the forefront of bone and joint disease research, education and patient care, as part of its history as a city with thermal waters since at least Roman times, and with one of the first national specialist hospitals in the country founded in 1738. BIRD was formed in 1975 by the Royal National Hospital for Rheumatic Diseases (known affectionately as ‘the Min’ and now part of the Royal United Hospital, Bath) and the University of Bath. Although we became an independent charity in 1981, we collaborate closely with both organisations, because bringing clinicians and scientists together is at the heart of what we do. What we do Our work falls into four main areas. We make ‘pump priming’ grants to support research in the field of bone and joint diseases and fund the training of PhD students, clinical research fellows and post-doctoral research assistants. We provide free educational and professional development opportunities, such as conferences and courses on the impact of bone and joint diseases for healthcare professionals. We run a programme of Patient and Public Engagement which supports patients, their families and carers with the latest information in their diseases areas and involves them in research. Lastly, we raise awareness of the impact of arthritis and funds for our work as a charity. Bath Institute for Rheumatic Diseases Brief Description of Organisation The Bath Institute for Rheumatic Diseases (BIRD) exists to support arthritis research, education and patient engagement so that we can improve treatment for patients with rheumatic diseases. Visit WebSite