At Fostering South West we offer a variety of friendly and informal fostering information events. These events include online sessions, in-person gatherings and pop-up stalls. You can explore the details below. If the scheduled times or dates don’t work for you, but you’re interested in learning more about fostering with us, feel free to reach out via email at info@fosterwithyourlocalcouncil.org.uk or give us a call at 0300 456 0120.

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Shopping today? Pop over and say hello to Swindon Borough Council’s fostering team at Tesco’s . Whether you’re curious about fostering or just want to learn more-  they’re here to answer any questions you may have.

Swindon

11/09/2026

11:00 – 15:00

Tesco’s Extra, Ocotal Way, Swindon

Look out for Gloucestershire Council’s fostering team at the Gloucestershire Pride event this year! Where you can explore fostering at a community driven event.

Gloucestershire

12/09/2026

12:00 – 18:00

Gloucester Park, Gloucester

Heading to St Werburgh’s Picnic in the Park? Come and meet the Bristol City Council Fostering team and find out how you could make a lasting difference to the life of a local child. They’d love to chat with you!

Bristol

12/09/2026

10:00 – 16:00

Mina Rd Park, Mina Rd, St Werburgh’s, Bristol

Come and join Wiltshire Council’s fostering team at Corsham Street Fair. Where you can have a relaxed and friendly chat about fostering with your local Council.

Wiltshire

12/09/2026

12:00 – 16:00

Corsham High Street, Corsham

Enjoy a fantastic free family event celebrating sustainably caught seafood, with lots of activities for children over the two-day festival. While you’re there, stop by the Plymouth City Council Fostering Team stall to learn more about fostering and how you could change a child’s future.

Plymouth

12/09/2026 – 13/09/2026

10:00 – 17:00

Parade, Barbican, Plymouth

Join BCP Council’s information session to find out more about fostering in a relaxed and friendly environment. Meet with an experienced member of BCP’s fostering team and ask questions in a judgement free environment

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

14/09/2026

18:30 –

Online

Curious about fostering but not sure where to begin? Whether fostering is something you are seriously thinking about, or just an idea for the future, the free drop‑in information session is a great place to start. You’ll have the chance to chat with real foster carers and hear about their experiences in a relaxed, informal setting, over a free coffee and slice of cake. There is no pressure and no commitment.

Somerset

15/09/2026

18:00 – 20:00

Bluebird cafe, The Borough, Wedmore

North Somerset Council will be in attendance at the Weston Independent Markets ! Come find a North Somerset representative who will be exhibiting on the day to discuss your interest in fostering.

North Somerset

16/09/2026

10:00 – 16:00

Italian Gardens, Weston-Super-Mare

South Gloucestershire’s information event is a relaxed, no‑pressure space where you can ask questions and hear real experiences from their inspiring foster carers. Learn about the different types of fostering, explore what might suit you, find out about the support available –  including training, finances, and your dedicated social worker.

South Gloucestershire

16/09/2026

18:30 – 20:00

Emersons Green Village Hall Emerson Way Emersons Green Bristol

Stop and say hello to Wiltshire Council’s fostering team! They’ll be in store to help answer your fostering queries – no commitment purely relaxed and friendly chats.

Wiltshire

17/09/2026

10:00 – 14:00

ASDA Melksham, Bradford Rd, Melksham

Bristol Council will run an information stall at Ritourno Lounge Cafe. Come and say hello, explore fostering with your local council with a no commitment conversation.

Bristol

18/09/2026

15:00 – 16:00

Ritourno Lounge cafe, Unit 3, V-Shed, Canon’s Rd, Bristol

Come and join Gloucestershire Council’s recruitment colleagues, as they speak to you about the fostering application process and answer any questions. Hear from an experienced foster carer about their fostering journey with GCC too.

Gloucestershire

21/09/2026

19:30 –

Online

If you have room to care for a child in Gloucestershire, come along to the Leonardo Hotel for a no obligation chat with their friendly fostering team. They’ll let you know all about fostering, including the financial payments, specialist training and local support you’ll receive. You’ll also be able to speak to some of Gloucestershire Council’s foster carers and ask them what it’s really like to foster for Gloucestershire County Council!

Gloucestershire

23/09/2026

19:00 – 20:30

Leonardo Hotel, Gloucester Road, Cheltenham

Shopping today? Pop over and say hello to Swindon Borough Council’s fostering team at Waitrose. Whether you’re curious about fostering or just want to learn more-  they’re here to answer any questions you may have.

Swindon

24/09/2026

11:00 – 15:00

Wichelstow Mill Ln, Swindon

Careers That Care South West 2026 celebrates the people who help children thrive. The event highlights the incredible opportunities and impact within children’s services across the region; through collaboration, shared learning and meaningful connections. Click the link below and come join us this September!

No Authority

24/09/2026

10:00 – 16:00

M Shed Wapping Road Bristol

Can you make a difference? Join Wiltshire Council’s fostering team at Chippenham Market to ask questions and learn more about fostering.

Wiltshire

25/09/2026

08:00 – 14:00

Chippenham High Street and Market Place, Chippenham

Grab your glue sticks and imagination! Join the BCP Fostering team at Arts By The Sea for Benji the Bear crafts and a friendly chat about fostering.

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

26/09/2026

Bournemouth Lower Gardens

Come and join Swindon Council at the County half-marathon. With your boots strapped and your mind open, you can discuss what fostering may mean for you. No running needed, local support and stalls at the event.

Swindon

27/09/2026

06:30 – 15:00

Country Park, Marlborough Rd, Coate, Swindon

Curious about fostering but not sure where to begin? Whether fostering is something you are seriously thinking about, or just an idea for the future, the free drop‑in information session is a great place to start. You’ll have the chance to chat with real foster carers and hear about their experiences in a relaxed, informal setting, over a free coffee and slice of cake. There is no pressure and no commitment.

Somerset

29/09/2026

18:00 – 20:00

The Brewhouse, Coal Orchard, Taunton

Thinking about fostering? Bath & North East Somerset Council have a drop in session at Keynsham Library every month! Come and chat to the recruitment Social Worker about the possibility of fostering, its an opportunity to explore whether fostering could be right for you.

Bath and North East Somerset Council logo, strap line reads Improving People's Lives

Bath and North East Somerset

01/10/2026

09:30 – 11:30

Keynsham Library, Civic Centre, Market Walk, Keynsham, Bristol