Creative Communities

Our Creative Communities are bringing adults together through creativity to help support their recovery.

At BDP we run weekly groups for adults who are affected by problematic use of alcohol and other drugs, to have fun, create or play alongside people who have had similar experiences.

Groups provide safe and supportive environments to take part in a structured activities and experiences. Attending helps to increase feelings of connection, confidence and self-esteem, while reducing anxiety and depression. They are hosted by arts professionals with support by trained BDP staff and volunteers.

All groups are free, with refreshments provided. No previous experience is needed. They offer a great way to meet people, discover, connect and express yourself. If you are curious please come along - everyone was new once.

Create Space Art Group

Learn new skills at Create Space Art Group, a therapeutic space to paint, draw, design and create. Read more

The 50+ Crowd

Aged over 50? Drop in to our weekly social group to take part in a range of optional activities from gardening, to creative writing, arts and crafts. Read more

Stepladder Drama Group

Stepladder is a safe space to play, learn new skills and create with others - helping to build your confidence and communication skills. Read more

Bristol Recovery Orchestra

Dust off your old instruments or pick up a new one at the fun and free Bristol Recovery Orchestra. Read more

Rising Voices

Rising Voices, Bristol's Recovery Choir, is a place for people to come together, make friends and be uplifted by the power of song. Read more

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Access support and services

If have any questions or concerns about your use of alcohol or drug, or a family member or friend's use, find out how you can get in touch and access free and confidential support.

What we do

We are a Bristol-based charity here to help you with alcohol and drug problems. With over 30 years’ experience providing a free and confidential service, we have the expert knowledge to support you,

Make a referral

If you are working with an adult client with problematic alcohol or drug use, find out how you can refer them into the free and confidential services provided by Bristol ROADS.

Alcohol

Alcohol is the most commonly used recreational drug. Despite its legal status, it can be incredibly harmful if used in excess.

Health & Harm Reduction Centre

If you are using alcohol or drugs, we can answer your questions and help you reduce the risks. Open Monday to Friday and Saturday.

Bereavement support

The death of a loved one through drug or alcohol misuse can have a devastating impact on the lives of families and friends. We're here to offer support during this time.

Needle Exchange

Find out how to access free and confidential support around injecting and get free sterile injecting equipment at our confidential Needle Exchanges located throughout Bristol.

Project Volunteers

Gain front-line experience working alongside our Engagement and Early Intervention Team in our Health and Harm Reduction Centre and Needle Exchange, providing free and confidential advice, information and support to adults using alcohol or drug problematically.

LGBT+

Find out about our Prism service, working to engage people across Bristol, no matter their sexuality or gender-identity.

Drugs

Separate fact from the fiction, by accessing professional advice and information on any substance. Find out the effect drugs could also be having on your life with personalised feedback tools.

Bristol Drugs Project

free alcohol & drug support