Filton Town Council

21/08/2026

💧🚰 Meet Wessex Water in Filton 🚰💧

Do you have questions about your water bill, water supply, sewerage services, saving water, or preventing blockages?

Wessex Water will be hosting a community drop-in session at the Spitfire Hangar, giving residents the opportunity to speak directly with their team and receive advice, information and support.

📅 Friday, 28th August 2026
🕙 10am – 12pm
📍 Spitfire Hangar, Frise Street, Brabazon, Filton, BS34 4AE

Topics include:
💧 Your water bill
🚰 Your water and sewerage services
🌿 Saving water at home
🚫 Preventing sewer blockages
💬 Support and advice if you're struggling with payments

This is a great opportunity to ask questions face-to-face and learn more about the services available to you.

🔗 Find out more: https://www.wessexwater.co.uk/community-drop-ins

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18/08/2026

🏃‍♀️ Elm Park Run Club 🏃‍♂️

Looking for a friendly way to get active and meet new people? Join in with Elm Park Run Club on:

📅 Saturday, 5th September 2026
🕘 9am start
📍 Elm Park Leisure Centre

Whether you're an experienced runner or just getting started, everyone is welcome! One lap is approximately one mile, so you can go at your own pace.

✅ Registration is FREE To take part, simply scan the QR code on the poster or register online: 🔗 https://my.leisurecentre.com/centre/elm-park-leisure-centre/register?centreType=LeisureCentre

Please note: Registration is required so that Elm Park Leisure Centre can provide insurance cover for hosting the Run Club. No payment will be taken, and registering does not sign you up as a gym member.

We look forward to seeing you there!

17/08/2026

📢 Extraordinary Full Council Meeting

Residents are invited to attend the upcoming Extraordinary Full Council Meeting on:

📅 Tuesday, 18th August 2026
🕖 7pm
📍 Studio 1, Elm Park Leisure Centre

Councillors will consider a number of important items, including matters relating to Elm Park Leisure Centre, community facilities and council projects.

View the agenda and meeting papers here: 🔗 https://filtontowncouncil.gov.uk/council-meetings/full-council/

We look forward to welcoming members of the public.

14/08/2026

📢 Market Cancellation

Unfortunately, due to low stallholder attendance, the Saturday Market provided by Green Top Markets has been cancelled. The market on Saturday 15th August is cancelled.

Thank you to everyone who has supported the market. Any future updates will be shared on our social media channels.

14/08/2026

We are aware of an incident that occurred at Elm Park last night involving a motor vehicle; the police are aware and investigating. Filton Town Council have no further comment on this matter whilst the investigation is ongoing.

13/08/2026

Extra-ordinary Full Council meeting to be held on 18th August 2026, seeking to resolve the tender for Elm Park Leisure Centre.

If resolved (voted for), the tender will go live shortly afterwards, with potential suppliers invited to submit proposals.

Other items for discussion include the tender for the Blenheim Drive Play Area, Elm Park field defences, and storage for Filton Foxes.

12/08/2026

🛍️ Filton Market Returns This Saturday! 🛍️

Join us at Filton Market on Saturday 15th August at Elm Park Leisure Centre from 10am to 3pm.

Browse a fantastic range of local traders offering handmade crafts, unique gifts, tasty street food, and much more. It's a great opportunity to support local businesses, discover something new, and enjoy a day out in the community.

📍 Elm Park Leisure Centre
📅 Saturday, 15th August
⏰ 1am - 3pm

Are you a small local business looking to showcase your products or services? We'd love to hear from you about future market opportunities. Contact Filton Town Council at [email protected] or call 01454 803 918 for more information.

We look forward to welcoming residents and visitors for another fantastic market day in Filton!

🎉 FILTON MARKET IS BACK WITH GREEN TOP MARKETS! 🎉

We're excited to return to Elm Park Leisure Centre on Saturday 15th August, bringing together a fantastic selection of local traders, unique gifts, handmade products, delicious street food, and much more.

📍 Elm Park Leisure Centre
📅 Saturday 15th August
🕙 10:00am – 3:00pm

Come along, shop local, support small businesses, and enjoy a great day out with family and friends. We can't wait to welcome you back!

07/08/2026

🚓 Happening Today - Talk to Us with Neighbourhood Policing! 📣

Your local South Gloucestershire Neighbourhood Policing Team will be at Elm Park Leisure Centre today for a special Talk to Us drop-in session.

📅 Today - Friday, 7th August 2026
🕠 17:30pm – 18:30pm
📍 Elm Park Leisure Centre, Filton

👮‍♂️ This is your chance to speak directly with the officers who support our community every day. Whether you have safety concerns, want advice, or wish to share ideas for neighbourhood improvements, they’re here to listen.
Your voice matters - come along and make it heard.

Find out more 👉 https://www.avonandsomerset.police.uk/your-area/filton/events/event-details/170399/17161/

06/08/2026

🎪✨ CIRCUS GINNETT IS IN TOWN! ✨🎪

Looking for some family entertainment this week?

Circus Ginnett has arrived at Elm Park, Filton, bringing a brand-new 2026 show packed with thrills, laughter and spectacular performances for all ages. Expect world-class acrobats, incredible aerial acts, hand balancers, contortionists and, of course, plenty of fun and mischief from clown Luke!

📍 Elm Park, Filton
🎪 Show Times

📅 Wednesday, 5th August - 6:30pm
📅 Thursday, 6th August - 6:30pm
📅 Friday, 7th August - 6:30pm
📅 Saturday, 8th August - 2:00pm & 5:00pm
📅 Sunday, 9th August - 12:00pm

🎟️ Tickets available from £8 per person.

💙 Circus Ginnett is also proudly supporting NHS Charities Together, with opening day profits at each venue donated to the charity. Blue Light Card holders can attend free with a reservation.

☎️ 07562 450 045
🎪 Book online: https://www.ticketsource.com/circus-ginnett/circus-ginnett-at-filton/p-dlqja

We hope everyone attending has a fantastic time under the big top!

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31/07/2026

🏃‍♂️🌳 TOMORROW: ELM PARK RUN 2026! 🌳🏃‍♀️
The countdown is nearly over! Join us tomorrow morning for the Elm Park Run, a community event for runners, joggers and walkers of all abilities.

Whether you're aiming for a personal best, looking to enjoy some fresh air, or simply want to spend time with others in one of Filton's favourite green spaces, there's still time to get involved.

📅 Saturday, 1st August 2026
✍️ Register using the Elm Park Leisure Centre App!
🕘 Arrive before 9am to register in person.
📍 Meet at Elm Park Café.

Choose your challenge:
🏃 1 Mile (1 lap)
🏃🏃 3 Miles
🏃🏃🏃 5 Miles
ℹ️ Looking for the route? Head to the Elm Park Measured Mile Sign, located to the right of the flagpole in front of the leisure centre on the field. You'll also find a QR code there to log your time using the Strava app.

💚 Improve your wellbeing
🌳 Enjoy the outdoors
🤝 Meet your community
🏃 Take part at your own pace

No pressure, no competition, just an opportunity to get active and enjoy Elm Park with others from across the community.

Your community. Your park. Your run.

For more information:
📧 [email protected]
☎️ 01454 803 918
📍 Elm Park, Filton
🏆 Green Flag Award Winner 2026

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