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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.

St. Bonaventure’s Students Launch Crafty Creations

St. Bonaventure’s Students Launch Crafty Creations

Crafty CreationsThree children, Sofia, Florrie, and Seren, from St. Bonaventure's Primary School have launched a mini-business, Crafty Creations, to raise funds for Ups and Downs Southwest. The cause is especially meaningful to the girls as Florrie’s sister, Tilly,...

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Little Lotto Winners June 2024

Little Lotto Winners June 2024

  Congratulations to our Little Lotto Winners June 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.

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The Binns Family

The Binns Family

Dedicated Family Continues Tradition of Raising Funds for Ups and Downs  Southwest with Glastonbury Festival Stall.The Binns family have done it again! Since 2014, Zoe, one of our dedicated parents, has set up a stall at Glastonbury Festival every year to raise...

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Little Lotto Winners April May 2024

Little Lotto Winners April May 2024

  Congratulations to our Little Lotto Winners April May 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.

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Right Pear Support Partnership

Right Pear Support Partnership

When launching Right Pear, we were determined to make a positive impact, not only with our customers but also within our wider community. We've always been passionate about supporting charities, and we're thrilled to partner with Ups & Downs Southwest during our...

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£20000 to Support Local Families

£20000 to Support Local Families

£20000 to Support Local Families   Exciting News! We are overjoyed to share some fantastic news with you. Ups and Downs Southwest has been granted a substantial £20,000 funding boost from the Postcode Local Trust! This incredible support will enable us to enhance...

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Little Lotto Winners March 2024

Little Lotto Winners March 2024

  Congratulations to our Little Lotto Winners March 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.

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Out of This World Event

Out of This World Event

#endthestereotypes Thank you to everyone who attended our ‘Out of This World’ family event on 16th March 2024. With over 20 families attending, it was lovely to see so many parents, carers, and siblings enjoying an amazing family outing together. As you can see from...

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Little Lotto Winners February 2024

Little Lotto Winners February 2024

  Congratulations to our Little Lotto Winners February 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.

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Little Lotto Winners January 2024

Little Lotto Winners January 2024

  Congratulations to our Little Lotto Winners January 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.

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Little Lotto Winners December 2023

Little Lotto Winners December 2023

  Congratulations to our Little Lotto Winners December 2023   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.

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Little Lotto Winners November 2023

Little Lotto Winners November 2023

  Congratulations to our Little Lotto Winners November 2023   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.

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Skydive

Skydive

Jump! On a slightly cloudy Sunday morning on the 10th of September 2023, brother and sister Naomi and Matthew Symons bravely jumped out of an aeroplane at 15,000 feet and completed their first tandem Skydive, raising over £1,500 in aid of our charity. Inspired by...

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Little Lotto Winners August 2023

Little Lotto Winners August 2023

  Congratulations to our Little Lotto Winners August 2023   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.

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My Challenge 2123?

My Challenge 2123?

Are you ready for #mychallenge2123 To celebrate World Down Syndrome Month, we invite you to participate in our challenge of walking, running, or cycling 21 miles during October. It is an excellent way of staying active, enjoying the outdoors, and raising vital funds...

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Events What’s On

Sep 11 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
10:00 am
Yeovil Coffee Morning The Hub Yeovil We are thrilled to announce that this year, our coffee mornings will be hosted at various venues, starting with The Hub in Yeovil. The Hub is a remarkable charity[...]
The Hub Yeovil
Sep 11 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
6:00 pm
Outdoor Play and Sensory Session BS13 Weston Super Mare Youth Club Join us for an enchanting outdoor experience led by Jaz from SEND Senses, designed to immerse you in a world of relaxation, creativity, and[...]
BS13 Climate Action Hub
Sep 12 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
6:30 pm
Multisport Tag Rugby Sherborne Youth Club To kick off the new term with excitement and energy, we’re thrilled to welcome back Jessamine, who will be leading an action-packed multi-sports session for our young people! Prepare[...]
Tinneys Youth Club
Sep 17 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
6:00 pm
Dance and Drama Workshop Weston-super-Mare Youth Club Get ready for an action-packed, exciting session this week as we welcome back the one and only Becky from TheatreSphere!  Becky’s workshops are always a hit, and this[...]
YMCA
Sep 18 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
10:00 am
Coffee, Cake and Chat! The Silver Otter, Devon   New to Devon: Coffee, Cake, and Chat! We are absolutely delighted to invite you to our new **bi-monthly Coffee, Cake, and Chat sessions in the heart[...]
The Silver Otter