Bristol Humanists

The 'Politics' of Humanism - action for a better world, with Karen Wright, Mon, Apr 13, 2026, 7:30 PM | Meetup As a ‘world view’ humanism is not directly political - but what does that mean? Is it desirable or even possible to be apolitical? What do we mean by being, or not being,

We’re moving!

Our regular monthly events will be hosted at a new location in central Bristol, the event/meeting space at Bristol YHA.

The address is: Bristol Youth Hostel, 14 Narrow Quay, Bristol BS1 4QA.

It’s a short walk from the Centre and Prince Street, where most buses stop. There are cycle racks just opposite and a car park 5 minutes walk, on The Grove.

How to find it:

Look for the The Grain Barge building sign (see picture). It’s nextdoor to the The Architect Bar and the Arnolfini Arts Centre.

We may use different venues occasionally so please do always check the details in the event information.

Humanism - Understanding Your One Life

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Want to find out more about humanism? All you ever wanted to know, but were afraid to ask.......

Join Bristol Humanists in exploring life’s big questions & discussing a humanist perspective.

A six week evening course, starting Thursday 18th September, 6pm until 7.30pm, at Bristol Folk House.

For full details go to https://www.bristolfolkhouse.co.uk/courses-and-workshops

Or find it in the Folk House current brochure of courses. Course code BM05. Telephone 0117 926 2987

See Folk House website for fees and reduced rates

Win a copy of DOMINATION the new book from #1 bestselling author, academic and broadcaster Professor Alice Roberts, as well as a ticket to hear her at Bristol Beacon on Thursday 28th August,

Who spread Christianity, how, and why? In her quest to find the answer, Professor Alice Roberts, Vice-president of Humanists UK, takes us on a gripping investigative journey. Unearthing the archaeological clues and challenging long-established histories, she tells a remarkable story about the relationship between the Roman Empire and Christianity.

We have 3 copies of the book, plus 3 event tickets, to give away to three lucky winners. To enter all you need to do is email your name and contact information (including a mobile number) to [email protected] with the subject line 'Alice Roberts Comp'.

The competition closes at 23.59 on Monday 25th August 2025.

FInd out more about the event and Alice's new book here:

Alice Roberts — Alice Roberts - Dominaion Tour Autumn 2025 - Buy tickets — On Tour May 2025 Find out when Alice is on tour or speaking at festivals.

Interested in finding out more about Humanism? We’re running a six week course at Bristol Folk starting in February!

Find out more here:

Bristol Folk House The Bristol Folk House is an adult education centre providing a variety of part-time day and evening courses and workshops for over 18's.

On Friday 29 November, Kim Leadbeater MP’s Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill will have its Second Reading. This vote could well bring about real compassionate change to people who are dying.

Central London Humanists are hosting an online session later today. The event will include short presentation and panel to answer questions.

The Assisted Dying Bill - Your Questions Answered, Tue, Nov 19, 2024, 7:00 PM | Meetup On Friday 29 November, Kim Leadbeater MP’s[ Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill ](https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/bills/cbill/59-01/0012/240012.pdf)will have its

Interested in getting more involved with Bristol Humanists?

It’s our annual AGM on 29th September - an opportunity for members to hear about our activities over the past 12 months, and to elect a committee and officers to run Bristol Humanists on your behalf for a further year.

If you would like to help us sustain/develop/expand our activities in the future this is your chance to step forward!

All committee members and officers, who wish to be considered for election, will need to be proposed and seconded - send us a message to find out more & request a copy of the form!

And any member of the current committee would be very happy to chat to you 😊

Today we remember these beautiful words by our member Jo Cox, who was murdered on this day in 2016 by a far-right extremist.

Her positive, optimistic, and caring approach to life and politics had already inspired so many.

Her legacy lives on, including through the Jo Cox Foundation. She is sorely, sorely missed.

We remember Jo Cox ❤️

"In the pursuit of spreading sense during senseless times, it's surely worth sounding a bit cliched."

What do you think?

The big idea: the simple trick that can sabotage your critical thinking Influencers and politicians use snappy cliches to get you on side – but you can fight fire with fire