The Christmas party was truly magical, overflowing with joy and celebration. The evening started with lively music that quickly drew everyone to the dance floor. Laughter echoed throughout the venue as people showed off their best dance moves, creating an electric and...

  Congratulations to our Little Lotto Winners November 2024   Well done to our latest winners in the Ups and Downs Southwest Little Lotto 50/50 Club. You could be in for a chance of winning in the next draw by signing up below.

Magical Christmas Party with Weston-super-Mare Youth Club! What a fabulous time we had at this year’s Christmas party with DJ Joshy! it was packed with fun, laughter, and unforgettable moments that captured the festive spirit. DJ Joshy Took the StageThe incredible DJ...

At Sherbourne Youth Club, the air was filled with excitement and festive cheer as we kicked off our Christmas card-making activity session. Our young crafters dived into the holiday spirit, enthusiastically designing beautiful, personalized Christmas cards that...

At Sherbourne Youth Club, we recently had an exhilarating session focused on kite-making. It was a wonderful blend of creativity, teamwork, and fun. Our theme for the evening was “Go Fly a Kite,” and it truly captured the excitement of the event! As our young...

On our recent trip we truly had fun at Hollywood Bowl! The evening was a vibrant mix of laughter, friendly competition, and unforgettable moments. As we arrived, the excitement in the air was palpable; everyone couldn’t wait to lace up their bowling shoes and hit the...

  Congratulations to our Little Lotto Winners October 2024   Well done to our latest winners in the Ups and Downs Southwest Little Lotto 50/50 Club. You could be in for a chance of winning in the next draw by signing up below.

At Ups and Downs Southwest, we are always inspired by the creativity and dedication of our supporters. It’s particularly heartwarming when extended families rally together for a shared cause. Gillian Miles-Smith, grandparent to one of the children we support, recently...

Let the Festivities BeginWe had a creative and festive time preparing for Christmas at Youth Club. The atmosphere was buzzing with excitement as the young people eagerly dove into creating their very own Christmas crackers. With a variety of pre-cut and prepared...

  Congratulations to our Little Lotto Winners September 2024   Well done to our latest winners in the Ups and Downs Southwest Little Lotto 50/50 Club. You could be in for a chance of winning in the next draw by signing up below.

At Ups and Downs Southwest, we are continually inspired by the incredible efforts of the families we support. This October, Kelly McDaid, mum to Tomás, organized a fantastic fundraiser to mark Down Syndrome Awareness Month and show her appreciation for the help and...

In recognition of Down Syndrome Awareness Month, Ups and Downs Southwest launched The October Experience Exchange to foster greater community awareness, provide unique experiences for young people with Down Syndrome, and encourage inclusive practices across our...

Ups and Downs Southwest to ContinueEsteemed Speech and Language Service for Down Syndrome Community. Ups and Downs Southwest is delighted to announce that we will be taking over the Speech and Language service expertly delivered by the Bristol Down Syndrome Trust for...

  Congratulations to our Little Lotto Winners August 2024   Well done to our latest winners in the Ups and Downs Southwest Little Lotto 50/50 Club. You could be in for a chance of winning in the next draw by signing up below.

Halloween PreperationsEveryone had a brilliant time carving pumpkins.   It was so much fun to see everyone’s creativity shine through with their unique designs. From spooky faces to intricate patterns, each pumpkin was a true work of art.    But the excitement didn’t...