This June, from 15 to 21 June 2026, Girls Who Walk Bristol is taking part in Loneliness Awareness Week, a global campaign hosted by leading loneliness charity Marmalade Trust. I’m Orla, the founder of Girls Who Walk Bristol. The group began back in August 2023 in response to a callout for fellow leaders of new groups from a larger Girls Who Walk community. We’ve been walking ever since! The group operates as a space for women to come together, whether they are lifelong reside

Loneliness Awareness Week takes place from 15–21 June 2026, and this year’s theme, “Giving Loneliness a Voice,” encourages us to open up conversations around loneliness and connection. Community events can be such a simple but powerful way to meet people, spend time with others, and feel part of something welcoming. Whether you want to share a meal, enjoy music, attend a social gathering or simply be around others, here are a few community events happening this Loneliness Awa

Loneliness Awareness Week takes place from 15–21 June 2026, and this year’s theme, “Giving Loneliness a Voice,” encourages people to open up conversations around loneliness and connection. Sometimes, simply spending time in a welcoming space, having a conversation, or being around others can make a real difference. Here are some welcoming spaces and community events to explore this Loneliness Awareness Week. Wall of Feelings A creative and calming drop-in space inviting peopl

Loneliness Awareness Week takes place from 15–21 June 2026, and this year’s theme is “Giving Loneliness a Voice.” Across the week, communities are coming together through creativity, conversation and shared experiences to help open up conversations around loneliness. If you enjoy photography, poetry, storytelling or creative spaces, here are a few cultural events happening this Loneliness Awareness Week. Photo Exhibition: “Giving Loneliness a Voice” This thoughtful photograph