Winter Wanderland, University of Bristol – 6, 13 and 17 December

Quick info:

‘Join the University of Bristol Sport club on Strava for a Winter Challenge – exclusive for UoB Student Sport Clubs and Societies! Every week there will be 2x £50 CASH prizes on offer for individual entries to the challenge, PLUS an overall CHALLENGE PRIZE of £200 for the CLUB or SOCIETY that submits the most collaborative, creative and well executed Strava GPS masterpieces. See the link for more details on deadlines for entries ’

Absolutely Karting, Bristol go-karting – various dates

Quick info:

  • Type of event: in person
  • Date: see the website for updates on Covid-19 re-opening regulations
  • Time: various, see the timetable for more details
  • Location: Absolutely Karting Bristol, 14 Chapel Lane, Clay Hill BS5 7EY
  • Meeting point: Absolutely Karting Bristol, 14 Chapel Lane, Clay Hill BS5 7EY
  • Cost: from £29 per person/ or see the link on how to qualify for FREE Sunday sessions 
  • Booking instructions: book online
  • Special instructions: Group bookings are available, subject to Covid-19 regulations. ‘The tandem kart that we use for this activity is quite tight to get into and therefore not suitable for those with mobility issues. If you are unsure if this activity will be suitable, you are more than welcome to visit the site to test it out. Please send an email to smiles@absolutely-group.co.uk if you have any questions.’

‘The Bristol karting venue is home to a double level track and it’s as awesome as indoor Go-Karting gets! With over 800m of exhilarating bends, straights, chicanes and ramps racing towards you at up to 45mph, you’ll need all the skill and bravery you can muster to reach the chequered flag in first place.’

‘Sunday Smiles is a free event that also runs every Sunday at 10am at Absolutely Karting, Bristol. This free activity is available to those that are unable to drive a kart themselves due to disability, illness or even those that are too nervous to drive a kart themselves. Our aim is to provide a thrilling activity to those that may not otherwise be able to try go-karting.’

Game Changer: Sport, leadership and volunteering – various dates

Quick info:

‘Are you interested in volunteering? …. with a particular focus on wellbeing, engagement & physical activity, then sign up to Game Changers! (more…)

Sport Strava Club, University of Bristol – various dates

Quick info:

‘Join our University of Bristol Sport club on Strava where you can log activity and chat with club members. With more people than ever getting active outside, keep engaged with our lovely #TeamUoBristol community. Why not give our Strava art challenge a go over the festive season? Don’t forget to give ‘Kudos’ to any other great masterpieces you see!’

Whistle Punks: Urban axe throwing – various dates

Quick info:

  • Type of event: in person
  • Date: from 3 December 2020, depending on Covid-19 re-opening regulations
  • Time: various
  • Location: Whistle Punks, All Saints’ Street, Bristol BS1 2LZ
  • Meeting point: Whistle Punks, All Saints’ Street, Bristol BS1 2LZ
  • Cost: £20 – £25
  • Booking instructions: book online
  • Special instructions: Only 18+ years allowed inside. Group bookings are available, subject to Covid-19 regulations.

‘Join the action at Whistle Punks urban axe throwing right here in Bristol. It is the most satisfying day or night out you’ll ever have. You’ll be slinging axes, hitting bullseyes and cheering on your mates. To see how we implement Covid-safety, please use the link provided.’

Online Astronomy, Science and Stargazing – 14 December

Quick info:

  • Type of event: online
  • Date: 14 December 2020
  • Time: 7 pm – 8 pm
  • Location: online
  • Meeting point: link provided on registration
  • Cost: free
  • Booking instructions: book online

‘Royal Observer, Edinburgh, presents a beginner’s guide to the night sky, including a round-up of recent astronomical news and the science of celestial sights. Feel free to bring questions along as we explore together! (more…)

Spark Change, bee hotels and bat houses – 15 December

Quick info:

  • Type of event: online
  • Date: 15 December 2020
  • Time: 9 pm – 10 pm
  • Location: online
  • Meeting point: link provided on registration
  • Cost: free
  • Booking instructions: book online

‘Explore the benefits provided by pollinators like bees and bats. Talk with the experts and learn practical steps you can take to encourage more pollinators in your area. You may even dust off your tools and create something amazing for these vulnerable creatures. (more…)

Stardust 1.0 launch, livestream – 16 December

Quick info:

  • Type of event:  online
  • Date: 16 December 2020 (date tentative, might change)
  • Time: 12 pm – 2 pm
  • Location:  online
  • Meeting point: link provided on registration
  • Cost: free
  • Booking instructions: book online

‘blueShift Aerospace is proud to announce the launch of the Stardust 1.0 prototype sounding rocket from the Loring Commerce Centre in Limestone, Maine, in late 2020. Inside of Stardust’s payload bay, the PEARL™, will be two 3U Cubesat customer payloads, one academic and one commercial. (more…)

New Scientist Christmas special live – 17 December

Quick info:

  • Type of event: online
  • Date: 17 December 2020
  • Time: 6 pm – 7 pm
  • Location: online
  • Meeting point: follow registration details
  • Cost: need to buy subscription (free for subscribers)
  • Booking instructions: book online

‘Hosted by our very own Rowan Hooper, New Scientist journalists will be put on the spot answering readers’ questions, plus our quiz of the year! This is a free event for New Scientist subscribers only, so make sure that you subscribe in time.

 

The world becoming net carbon zero, a conversation – 17 December

Quick info:

  • Type of event: online
  • Date: 17 December 2020
  • Time: 5.30 pm – 6.30 pm
  • Location: Zoom
  • Meeting point: Zoom
  • Cost: free
  • Booking instructions: book online

‘At this crucial moment for the planet, join President-elect of the British Academy, Professor Julia Black, as she interviews former Governor of the Bank of England and UN Special Envoy for Climate Action and Finance, Mark Carney, about how, when, and even if the world really can become net carbon zero.’