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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Wiltshire Council’s fostering team will be in attendance at the Calne Calneval Procession. Find out more about fostering in family friendly event. Speak with an experienced member of Wiltshire’s fostering team and ask questions in a judgement free environment

Wiltshire

27/06/2026

16:30 –

Calne, starting from Oxford Road

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

Somerset

28/06/2026

Sherbourne, Digby Road and Pageant Gardens, Dorset

An opportunity to meet staff from Bristol City Council’s fostering service and ask any questions you might have about becoming a foster carer – No commitment, completely relaxed and friendly.

Bristol

30/06/2026

11:00 – 12:30

Henleaze Library, 30 Northumbria Drive, Henleaze, Bristol

At Fostering South West, we host online information sessions for individuals considering fostering with their local council. These relaxed, no-pressure sessions offer a chance to listen, learn, ask questions and hear first hand experiences from our inspiring foster carers.

Fostering South West

02/07/2026

19:00 – 20:30

Online

At Fostering South West, we host online information sessions for individuals considering fostering with their local council. These relaxed, no-pressure sessions offer a chance to listen, learn, ask questions and hear first hand experiences from our inspiring foster carers.

Fostering South West

02/07/2026

13:00 – 14:00

Online

Come and Join Torbay Council to explore fostering  with your local Council! Family friendly event with over 150 years of history!

Torbay

05/07/2026

11:00 – 18:30

Warborough Common, Slade Lane, Galmpton, Brixham

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

10/07/2026

15:30 – 16:30

Grounded Café Redfield, St George, 287 Church Rd, Redfield, Bristol

Come and Join Torbay Council to explore fostering with your local Council! Family friendly event with a day of music, entertainment , BBQ and much more!

Torbay

11/07/2026

11:00 – 18:30

Hookhills Community Centre, Freshwater Drive, Paignton

Headed to Bourne Free Pride? Come and say hello to the BCP Fostering team at the Family Day and enjoy a range of activities!

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

12/07/2026

11:00 – 16:00

Meyrick Park, Bournemouth

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

15/07/2026

10:00 – 16:00

Italian Gardens, Weston-Super-Mare

Come and join Torbay Council at the Ipplepen Village Show, to explore what fostering with your local Council! A day with lots of family friendly fun.

Torbay

18/07/2026

11:00 – 18:30

Ipplepen Play Park, 9 Bilton Road, Ipplepen, Newton Abbot

Join Swindon Council at Stratton Festival! With a no commitment conversation about what fostering may mean for you.

Swindon

18/07/2026

12:00 – 16:00

Grange Leisure Playing Fields

Come and meet Gloucestershire Council’s fostering team, ask your questions and find out a little more about why to foster with GCC.

Gloucestershire

18/07/2026

11:00 – 16:00

Stratford Park, Stroud

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

20/07/2026

18:30 –

Online

Change a child’s life through fostering. Come and join Somerset Council at their pop up event in Clarks Village! No commitment needed just an open mind to explore what fostering may mean for you.

Somerset

22/07/2026

10:30 – 13:00

River Cale Cafe, The Recreation Ground, Cemetery Lane Wincanton

Come and join Torbay Council at the Mid Devon Show to discuss what fostering is like with your local Council! Lots of family fun, including hands on country- side games, food and drinks.

Torbay

25/07/2026

11:00 – 18:00

Knightshayes, Tiverton, Devon

Come and join Devon Council at the Mid Devon Show to discuss what fostering is like with your local Council! Lots of family fun, including hands on country- side games, food and drinks.

Devon

25/07/2026

09:00 – 18:00

Knightshayes, Tiverton, Devon

Come and join BCP Council’s stall at the Littledown family fun day, a chance to ask questions and meet your local team.

Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole

26/07/2026

11:00 – 16:00

Littledown Park, Bournemouth

Come and meet the team, ask your questions and find out a little more about why to foster with GCC.

Gloucestershire

02/08/2026

11:00 –

Gloucester Park

A traditional one day show,  full of country activities and family fun! Devon Council will be in attendance to join the community and explore fostering with you. Could you be the stable home for a child?

Devon

05/08/2026

09:00 – 17:00

Umberleigh Barton, Umberleigh, Devon