The photo above shows the Bristol WordPress team at WordCamp Bristol in 2019 – a moment when the community was thriving. By less than a year later the World had changed and, despite best efforts, Bristol WordPress People had ceased to operate. There has been a void in the city’s WordPress community since.

It’s time to reignite the spark

The exciting news is that a small group of us have been meeting to discuss how we can reignite this once-thriving group. I’m happy to announce that Janice Tye, one of the original organisers of Bristol WordPress People has re-instated the official Meetup and scheduled some networking events at the King William Alehouse, 20 King St, Bristol BS1 4EF. Whether you’re an old friend or a new face, you’re invited to join us:

Tuesday, February 4th – 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

Thursday, March 6th – 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

Thursday, April 3rd – 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

At its peak, Bristol WordPress People was a hub of inspiration—hosting expert talks, lively networking sessions, and delicious food thanks to sponsors like 34SP. This was more than just a meetup; it was a friendly, creative community where people shared knowledge, learned new skills, and helped each other thrive.

Now, we need your help to bring it back to life.

Whether you’re a seasoned WordPress pro, someone curious to learn, a website owner in search of advice, or someone with tips and stories to share, we need your help to revive our once-loved group.

Let’s rebuild this community together. Join us at the King William Alehouse and help shape the future of Bristol WordPress People.

See you soon!

About Rebecca Holdstock

An independent designer specialising in building WordPress websites for small businesses.