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Of course we can't tell you everything about the organisation on this website, so please contact us if you need to know more. In the first instance, phone the Reception on 0117 955 6971, or email admin@bartonhillsettlement.org.uk .

What is Barton Hill Settlement?	Barton Hill Settlement is a community resource centre for Barton Hill and the surrounding area. Barton Hill is a diverse inner city area in the east of Bristol, England. The Settlement is an independent charity (charity no. 1103139) and a limited company (no. 5031499). It is managed by a committee of mainly local people, and provides a wide variety of services. It is a key force for community development in East Bristol.
Statement of Purpose	"Barton Hill Settlement is a dynamic, multi-cultural community organisation, providing services, resources, space and support to the local people that it serves. We aim to help lay the foundations for a stronger, more self-confident and cohesive community by helping local people to come together, giving them opportunities to deal with the issues that affect their lives." Find out more about our Aims and Values.
Where is the Settlement?	Full details of where we are and how to get here
When is the Settlement open?	The Reception is open from 9:00 till 5:00 (Monday to Thursday), and from 9:00 till 4:30 (Friday). There is something going on at the Settlement at most times of every day, so we also have an evening and weekend supervisor to deal with any enquiries or problems when the Reception is closed.
Contact details	These are the various ways to contact the Settlement: by phone - our number is 0117 955 6971 by email - admin@bartonhillsettlement.org.uk by post - our address is 43 Ducie Road, Barton Hill, Bristol BS5 0AX
Key People	The Chair of the Settlement Board of Trustees (i.e. the Board) is Tony Dempsey. The Senior Manager is Joanna Holmes. Hundreds of other people (staff, volunteers, service users, etc.) contribute to the success of the Settlement - find out more about them in the People pages.
Settlement History	Barton Hill Settlement was established in 1911. At that time, many similar settlements were being set up around the UK, with the aim of bringing cultural and educational opportunities to disadvantaged areas. In Barton Hill, the Settlement was established by the University of Bristol - staff and students lived here, setting up, amongst other things, a library. At the time, it was called the "University Settlement". The Settlement, as an independent charity, no longer has formal connection to the University.
What does the Settlement do now?	We provide a wide range of services, including childcare, services for young people and over 50s, education and courses, advice and guidance, community computing, and a variety of social events. We have a pleasant and peaceful garden, and several rooms for hire (for meetings, parties, etc.)
Funding	We currently receive funding from: Children in Need Bristol Drug Strategy Team The Probation Partnership Tudor LankellyChase Initiative The Rank Foundation UK Online Community at Heart The Baring Foundation Bristol City Council Department Of Health Opportunities for Volunteering Scheme The John James Foundation The Tudor Trust The Garfield Weston Foundation Royal British Legion Learning Skills Council The Trust House Foundation Quartet Community Foundation The Primary Care Trust The Alchemy Foundation Comic Relief The Henry Smith Charity The Bristol Water Fund Plus many donations and awards from individuals, businesses and organisations to all the projects.
Tenant Projects	Organisations can rent office space at the Settlement. Current tenant projects include: NACRO (National Association for the Care and Rehabilitation of Offenders), Youth Inclusion Programme, Bristol Playbus, Dhek Bhal. If you are interested in renting space at the Settlement, please email Julie Georgewill, or phone her on 0117 955 6971.