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Ups and Downs Southwest is a Down Syndrome support charity serving children and young people, their parents/carers and all linked professionals dealing with the health and education of children and young people who have Down Syndrome.

Somerset Office

Our head office is based in Somerset and from here we cover, Devon, Dorset, Somerset, North Somerset and Wiltshire.

Bristol Office

For families and professionals in the Bristol area, we have a dedicated team based at The Park Centre, Knowle.

Pizza Making at Sherborne

Pizza Making at Sherborne

Ball Games Pizza and BingoAt Sherborne Youth Club, we had a fantastic time during our action-packed pizza-making, bingo, and ball game evening. The fun kicked off with some high-energy ball games, where everyone was diving, dodging, and laughing their way to victory;...

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Inspiration Explorer Evie-Rose

Inspiration Explorer Evie-Rose

Evie-Rose, at eight years old, is bursting with creativity and imagination. Her love for singing and dancing is more than play—it’s how she expresses her joy and emotions, bringing music and movement together magically. Whether she's singing her heart out or spinning...

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Discover Together

Discover Together

Discover Together Registration for The October Experience Exchange Is Now Closed! We are thrilled with the fantastic response to our campaign—thank you to all the Inspiration Explorers and Inspiration Guides who have signed up! The enthusiasm from both sides...

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Inspiration Explorer Jack

Inspiration Explorer Jack

Jack’s Joyful Adventures Meet Jack! He’s six and loves having fun. One of his favourite things is playing in the water. Whether splashing in puddles or swimming in a pool, water always makes Jack smile. Jack also loves dancing! No matter the music, Jack’s feet start...

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Inspiration Explorer Enrique

Inspiration Explorer Enrique

Enrique has been matched with Nikki Makaton, Tutor. As part of the fantastic #DiscoverTogether project, Nikki is excited to help Enrique learn Makaton, empowering him with a new communication method. It's set to be an eye-opening experience, perfect for an Inspiration...

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Inspiration Explorer Arthur

Inspiration Explorer Arthur

Arthur is a Bundle of Joy and Energy Arthur is a lively 6-year-old who brings smiles to everyone he meets. Bursting with energy and joy, he has an infectious enthusiasm for life. Arthur communicates using Makaton, but he understands much more than he can express. His...

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Discover Together David Naish

Discover Together David Naish

Explore Your Passion for Animals with David Naish! Do you love animals? David Naish can guide you through a unique hands-on experience with exotic animals. Under his expert guidance, you’ll connect with a fascinating variety of creatures, learning from the best in the...

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Inspiration Explorer Tess

Inspiration Explorer Tess

Tess has been matched with Somerset Film. As part of the exciting project #DiscoverTogether, Somerset Film is thrilled to invite Tess to the Engine Room in Bridgwater for a unique, hands-on exploration of music and performance! This is a fantastic opportunity for Tess...

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Archery Bowmen of Danesfield

Archery Bowmen of Danesfield

Discover the Thrill of Archery with the Bowmen of Danesfield! I have a passion for archery, and there’s something incredible about the feeling of pulling back a bow and letting an arrow fly. If you’re curious about trying it out, I’d invite you to join me at the...

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The Jolly Melodies Music Company

The Jolly Melodies Music Company

Welcome to The Jolly Melodies Music Company We’re thrilled to be part of the DiscoverTogether campaign—it perfectly aligns with everything we stand for at The Jolly Melodies Music Company! At Jolly Melodies, we believe that music is pure joy—especially for babies,...

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Inspiration Explorer Ben

Inspiration Explorer Ben

Ben’s Story of Music, Circus, and Adventure Ben has a zest for life and an infectious sense of humour. He's the type of person who lights up a room with his laughter and joy, living each day to make those around him smile. His love for music is profound, and he dreams...

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Somerset Film at the Engine Room

Somerset Film at the Engine Room

Lights, Camera, Action – Your Time to Shine at The Engine Room! Want to feel like a movie star or a TV presenter for the day? At Somerset Film’s Engine Room in Bridgwater, you can enter the world of film and tech with our super fun 90-minute session! Be the star of...

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Inspiration Explorer Grace

Grace loves Carnival Grace’s energy can light up a room at just seven years old. If you ask her what she loves most in the world, she would giggle and answer with a twirl, “Carnival, of course!” Because for Grace, carnival means singing, dancing, bright costumes, and...

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Inspiration Explorer Daisy

Inspiration Explorer Daisy

Daisy, the Little Dancer Daisy is a bright and joyful 5-year-old. She is full of energy and creativity, and she loves nothing more than singing and dancing around the house. When her mummy is watching Strictly Come Dancing, Daisy can't resist joining in. She'll stand...

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Inspiration Explorer Jenny

Inspiration Explorer Jenny

  Jenny has been matched with Bowmen of Danesfield. "Through #DiscoverTogether, the Bowmen of Danesfield are offering Jenny the chance to unlock the potential of archery, fostering her self-assurance, focus, and athletic prowess. This promises to be a thrilling...

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Events What’s On

Oct 22 @ 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
10:30 am
Bristol Coffee Morning at the Farm Grimsbury Farm is a wonderful community space on the eastern edge of Bristol, proudly owned by South Gloucestershire Council.We’re incredibly grateful for the support of a dedicated charitable foundation,[...]
Grimsbury Community Farm
Oct 23 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
6:30 pm
Get Ready for Halloween Bristol Youth Club Are you ready for a spine-chilling evening full of thrills and creativity? Get ready to unleash your inner artist and craft the most hauntingly awesome Halloween lantern ever![...]
The Park Centre
Oct 24 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
6:30 pm
Pumpkin Carving Sherborne Youth Club Get Ready for a Spooktacular Week! This week, we’re diving into the Halloween spirit with an exciting Pumpkin Carving Contest! Christine will guide us through the creative process, helping you[...]
Tinneys Youth Club
Nov 5 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
6:00 pm
Kerrina’s Yoga Class Weston Super Mare Youth Club Get ready for a rejuvenating experience this week as we welcome back the amazing Kerrina from Sacred Space Yoga! Her deeply calming and enriching yoga sessions are[...]
YMCA
Nov 13 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
10:00 am
Weston super Mare Coffee Morning The Firs, Parent Carer Resource Hub   We are thrilled to announce that our coffee mornings will be hosted at various venues this year. Our third venue is The Firs[...]
The Firs, Parent Carer Resource Hub