John Hodge Solicitors is a long-established law firm with offices across Bristol and Somerset. With roots dating back to 1777, we combine deep local knowledge with a modern, client-focused approach. We offer expert legal advice in areas including Wills and Probate, Powers of Attorney, Conveyancing, Family Law, and Commercial matters.

This event is free to attend, with the option to give a £5 or £10 donation to BRACE.

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Start the evening with a glass of fizz followed by a fashion show which will give you lots of exciting ideas for your summer wardrobe. The show will give you the chance to see the clothes on real women, like you! There will be plenty of time to browse, try on, and order items that take your fancy.  You can also try your luck in the raffle, with lots of fabulous fashion prizes to be won.

Tickets are £10 per person and include a glass of fizz. All proceeds from the event will go towards funding vital dementia research.

More about Tortue

Tortue UK (it means Turtle 🐢 in French, a nod to our eco-fashion range) brings exclusive ladies French clothing to the West Country! From jeans to jumpsuits, dresses to jackets, skirts to shirts… we have something for you. Our ethically sourced and produced fabrics will make you look and feel amazing; in sizes UK 6 – 24. Whether you are 19 or 99, Tortue has the clothes for you.

Our garments are designed and cut to flatter real women; your Tortue outfits will be the ones you reach for first in your wardrobe! Made with quality, comfort and style in mind. We offer a fun and relaxed shopping experience; we offer pop up events or come and visit our boutique in Tickenham, or shop online for delivery direct to your door.

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Let’s Talk Dementia is a one stop event for families to learn more about dementia.

Meet dementia experts in a friendly setting, seek free advice, ask questions, and learn more about the practicalities of life with dementia.

Full list of exhibitors and more information.

• Join in with some family and dementia friendly art sessions from the RWA
• Find out what support is available for carers from Bristol and South Glos Carers Support Centre
• Visit a giant inflatable brain dome and learn how the brain works
• Talk to Bristol Dementia Wellbeing Services
• Learn more about Bristol’s first dementia allotments, run by Alive Activities 
• Pet some therapy dogs (they will be in a secluded area and easy to avoid for anyone with allergies, or scared of dogs)
• Speak to researchers from the South West Dementia Brain Bank
• Find out what support is available for the Chinese speaking communities in the South West of England from CCWS
• Ask for valuable guidance on financial planning for later life with Harold Stephens IFA
• Speak to award-winning health care home providers Avery Healthcare
• Take part in a fun sports activity with ReEngage a charity supporting older people to be heard, valued and engaged.
• Bristol Dementia Action Alliance will share how they are making Bristol a dementia friendly city, find out how you can get involved!
• And so much more…

Stop by and stay for as long as you like!

We recommend booking free tickets to guarantee your place.

Getting there

The Event Space at The Paintworks is fully accessible.

More information about accessibility and getting there.

The venue has some free parking and is a short walk from Bristol Temple Mead Station, there are also two bus stops less than a five-minute walk away.

Food and drink

The Bocabar, which is next door to the event space, will kindly be offering all attendees 10% discount off hot drinks, soft drinks and their extensive food menu. Make sure you show the staff member your event sticker to be given the discount.

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