Staff and contractors from the Sainsbury’s store in Stoke Gifford recently completed a communiuty project at the Brooks Café in Patchway that saw them give the popular eatery and meeting place a new lick of paint.

Sainsbury’s staff were joined by a representative of Dartmouth, a contract firm that has been working at the Stoke Gifford store in recent weeks.

Paint and equipment for the project was provided by Dartmouth, with six Sainsbury’s members of staff putting in two hours labour each.

Sainsbury’s has worked closely with the café in the past, donating cooking equipment and supporting with goods for summer holiday projects and has also donated a large amount of furniture for use at the café.

Photo (L-R): Sainsbury’s staff members Tracy, Glad and Heather with Jimmy, a sub-contractor working for Dartmouth.

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On Monday 3rd June, Coniston Community Centre and Brooks Café are holding a joint open day to showcase what they have on offer. Many people are surprised to find this modern community building and friendly great value café to be in the heart of Patchway, a short walk from Aztec Business Park and the shops and homes in Patchway.

The centre offers rooms for hire at from just £22 for a half day. The rooms are fresh and light, each with their own kitchenette and choice of table arrangements with smart modern furniture which offers and executive appeal. Projectors, screens and presentation equipment are all available on request. They can also offer clear open spaces and even a sprung floor for more lively activities!

The centre currently plays host to regular classes and activities all open to new members. These include, dance classes, circuit training, watercolourist group, friendship club, tea party, knitting and textile group, food cooperative, toddler group and craft group.

On the ground floor of the building is the popular Brooks Café with great value food and drinks. The café offers FREE wi-fi and a choice of freshly cooked main meals, sandwiches and drinks. Staffed by friendly volunteers, the café is a great place to meet with family, friends, work colleagues or just to take a break.

The open day promises to be a great day with the café offering FREE teas and coffee throughout. There are children’s activities, a chance speak to Southern Brooks Community Partnership about volunteering opportunities and to view the rooms for hire. There will be taster sessions for special interest and social activities that currently run at the centre. Visiting the centre is hugely recommended if you would like to know more about what is happening in the community and the facilities available.

Source: Press release from Southern Brooks Community Partnership

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