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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Come and speak to a member of the team about fostering with Swindon Borough Council.

Swindon

06/12/2025 – 07/12/2025

10:00 – 17:00

Fire Fly Ave, Swindon SN2 2EY

Want to learn more about fostering? Not sure where to start? Whether it’s a plan for now, or just an idea for the distant future, this free ‘Cake & Cuppa’ event is the perfect starting point. You’re not committing to anything by coming along to find out more, and our friendly foster carers will be available to chat and answer any questions you might have, to help you gain a realistic insight into the challenges and rewards of fostering. The session will be very relaxed, providing a valuable opportunity to talk to local foster carers about their experiences, over a coffee & slice of cake (provided free of charge). Join us from 6pm – 8pm on 4th November at Bridgwater Albion RFC, Bath Road, Bridgwater to find out how you can help change a child’s story in a rewarding role as a foster carer.  

Somerset

04/11/2025

18:00 – 20:00

Bridgwater Albion RFC, Bath Rd, Bridgwater

Want to learn more about fostering? Not sure where to start? Whether it’s a plan for now, or just an idea for the distant future, this free ‘Cake & Cuppa’ event is the perfect starting point. You’re not committing to anything by coming along to find out more, and our friendly foster carers will be available to chat and answer any questions you might have, to help you gain a realistic insight into the challenges and rewards of fostering. The session will be very relaxed, providing a valuable opportunity to talk to local foster carers about their experiences, over a coffee & slice of cake (provided free of charge). Join us from 6pm – 8pm on 5th November at The Brewhouse Theatre, Taunton to find out how you can help change a child’s story in a rewarding role as a foster carer.  

Somerset

05/11/2025

18:00 – 20:00

The Brewhouse, Coal Orchard, Taunton TA1 1JL

Want to learn more about fostering? Not sure where to start? Whether it’s a plan for now, or just an idea for the distant future, this free ‘Cake & Cuppa’ event is the perfect starting point. You’re not committing to anything by coming along to find out more, and our friendly foster carers will be available to chat and answer any questions you might have, to help you gain a realistic insight into the challenges and rewards of fostering. The session will be very relaxed, providing a valuable opportunity to talk to local foster carers about their experiences, over a coffee & slice of cake (provided free of charge). Join us from 6pm – 8pm on Thursday 6th November at Mendip Council Chambers, Cannard’s Grave Rd, Shepton Mallet BA4 5BT to find out how you can help change a child’s story in a rewarding role as a foster carer.

Somerset

06/11/2025

18:00 – 20:00

Cannard’s Grave Rd, Shepton Mallet BA4 5BT

Interested in fostering? You could foster for Cornwall Council and the Council of the Isles of Scilly. Come along and meet one of our fostering workers for an informal chat. We look forward to seeing you there.

Cornwall Council logo, subheading reads One and All in English and Cornish

Cornwall and Isles of Scilly

12/11/2025

10:30 – 12:30

Truro Community Library, Union Pl, Truro, TR1 1EP

An informal opportunity to meet staff from Bristol City Council’s fostering service and ask any questions you might have about becoming a foster carer.

Bristol City Council logo

Bristol

28/10/2025

12:00 – 14:00

St Werburghs City Farm, Watercress Rd, Bristol BS2 9YJ

On Friday 5th December there will be an informal opportunity to meet staff from Bristol City Council’s fostering service and ask any questions you might have about becoming a foster carer. This will be during the evening, exact time TBC.

Bristol City Council logo

Bristol

05/12/2025

St Werburghs Community Centre, 22 Horley Rd, St Werburgh’s, Bristol BS2 9TJ

Find out more about fostering with Wiltshire Council.

Wiltshire

25/10/2025

18:45 –

Starting at Boreham Road, Warminster

Community art display completed by people who have been or are in the care system.  This is an opportunity for new or prospective carers to hear directly from a care experienced young person and gain insight into what fostering is like from a child’s perspective.   

Dorset

25/10/2025

10:00 – 12:00

Dorset Museum & Art Gallery, High W St, Dorchester DT1 1XA

Community art display completed by people who have been or are in the care system.  This is an opportunity for new or prospective carers to hear directly from a care experienced young person and gain insight into what fostering is like from a child’s perspective.   

Dorset

01/11/2025

10:00 – 12:00

Dorset Museum & Art Gallery, High W St, Dorchester DT1 1XA

Find out more about fostering with your local council and hear from experienced foster carers.

Fostering South West

04/11/2025

13:00 – 14:00

Virtual

Find out more about fostering with your local council and hear from experienced foster carers.

Fostering South West

04/11/2025

19:00 – 20:30

Virtual

Find out more about fostering with South Gloucestershire Council. Please click the link to register your interest in attending this event.

South Gloucestershire

26/11/2025

18:30 – 20:00

Turnberries Community Centre, Thornbury, BS35 2BB

Find out more about fostering with Wiltshire Council.

Wiltshire

29/10/2025

15:30 – 19:30

Wellhead Lane, Westbury BA13 3PT

Find out more about fostering with Wiltshire Council.

Wiltshire

06/11/2025

13:00 – 16:00

Emery Gate Shopping Centre, Chippenham

Find out more about fostering with Wiltshire Council.

Wiltshire

07/11/2025

17:30 – 20:30

Trowbridge Rugby Club, Trowbridge BA14 6JB

Find out more about fostering with Wiltshire Council.

Wiltshire

14/11/2025

10:00 – 14:00

The Shires Shopping Centre, Trowbridge

Find out more about fostering with Wiltshire Council.

Wiltshire

22/11/2025 – 04/01/2026

National Trust Lacock

Find out more about fostering with Wiltshire Council.

Wiltshire

26/11/2025

09:30 – 14:30

Devizes Corn Exchange, The Market Place SN10 1HS

Find out more about fostering with Wiltshire Council.

Wiltshire

28/11/2025

10:00 – 19:30

Marlborough High Street, Marlborough