130+ founders, pioneers and creators across Bristol, meeting as friends. No programme, no curriculum — just people who have been in the arena, helping others step into it. Out of friendship, pastoral care is met.
St Johns Court, Whiteladies Road, Clifton, Bristol BS8 2QY · map
People take an interest in each other's marriages, their children, their health — not only their pitch decks.
Monthly · 8:30–11am · Boston Tea Party, Whiteladies Rd
A coffee, a cuppa and an honest hour, the first Friday of every month. Bring whatever you're carrying — the win, the worry, or just the need for a friendly face.
Small groups of five or six · monthly
Each person gets half an hour of undivided attention — a circle of trust for wisdom, encouragement and prayer. Named for what they do: give you a push.
Evenings, every so often
Burgers, a pint and the real stories of the build — the wins, and the parts nobody puts on LinkedIn. No agenda beyond good company.
The Gloucester Old Spot

Bristol Spring grew out of the city's churches — that's our story and we don't hide it. But the door has no test on it. You don't need to share our faith to belong, or to use anything we build.
If you're making something in Bristol, that's the common ground, and it's enough. Come as you are — founder is the only ticket. The easiest way in is a First Friday: find a friendly face and say you saw the website.