If you you missed the October offer at Gather Round, fear not – this November, for BCI members only we’re extending the ‘First month free’ discount!
Our BCI offer is available across all Gather Round locations and all membership packages. Whether you’re curious about Part Time or Full Time Flexi memberships, or prefer a fixed desk with Flexi Plus, or if you are looking for a studio for your team, we’d love to show you around.
Our co-working spaces at Brunswick Square, Trinity Church and Cigar Factory each have their own unique energy – but it’s the community that truly makes them special. Collaborations between members happen daily, just by bringing creative minds together.
Created by creatives for creatives, Gather Round is more than a co-working space, it’s a growing network of like-minded professionals who go to work every day and sit, write, design, consult and hang out. Soaking up the energy, passion and positivity from the ideas and expertise of others.
For more info on the different options, book a tour – we’d love to meet you.
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EDIT: Tickets flew out in just a few hours, email [email protected] to put your name on the waiting list.
We’re so excited to be back at Brunswick Sq on 25th September for the next instalment of Gather Round Presents. Our free event series aimed at giving something back to the amazing community of creatives that we’re so lucky to be a part of in the South West. We’ll have delicious free pizza from Pizzucci, a fully stocked bar plus some other freebies to give away on the night.
This time around we’ll be looking at all of the incredible benefits nature gives us, creatively, physically, mentally. Creative By Nature will bring you insights from a curated panel of experts across the nature and wellbeing space. You know we like to keep things honest & low key, so expect some free-flowing conversations and gems of advice to help you feel more connected. As always there’ll be plenty of time to meet and chat with other like-minded creatives! So, who’s on the panel…
Based in the Lake District, Jeffrey is a Brand & Creative Director and is an active participant in shaping outdoor culture today, authoring the industry defining books The Outsiders (2015) and The New Outsiders (2019) – his career has been shaped by his love of nature and spending time outside.
With over a decade of experience working in-house as CD at Millican backpacks, to more recently setting up his own studio in 2022 – working with brands like Bergahus, Osprey and Atom Packs. With a deep understanding of brand culture, outdoor and lifestyle consumers and creative storytelling, Jeffrey has collaborated with brands who want to change the world. His mission is to encourage others to spend more time outside so that we form a deeper connection to the world around us and the place we call home.
Leanne’s relationship with nature has always been special, bringing peace, connection and joy to her life. During lock down whilst struggling with her own mental health, nature helped Leanne reconnect with herself. As a therapist, she naturally wanted to share the benefits she found during this time, with others. Knowing the huge lack of representation and barriers to nature-based support, she launched Soul Trail Wellbeing CIC – a non profit organisation aimed at improving nature connection, health and helping to make the outdoors more inclusive by offering hikes, therapeutic nature programmes and workshops. Soul Trail Wellbeing is part of the Green Social Prescribing scheme; supporting people to engage in nature-based activities to improve their mental health, physical wellbeing and reducing loneliness.
Mose-Issie is a social entrepreneur, coach and community leader passionate about providing spaces for people to develop, heal and thrive. As Co-Founder of Sunflower Collective C.I.C, a community organisation that helps young people and families thrive in nature, her work focuses on creating safe nourishing and culturally relevant spaces at the intersection of community empowerment, education and social justice. Mo’s work also expands into workshops, mentorships programmes and support for initiatives that centre the lived experiences of young Black African and Caribbean communities in Bristol and beyond.
Nature has always been a stabilising influence in Mo’s life. A place for healing, introspection and rejuvenation. She sees it as a teacher and a mirror, reminding us of the beauty of growth, rest and transition. Sunflower Collective uses outdoor spaces to foster play, creativity, wellbeing and cultural pride, whether through gardening, storytelling or just being together under the open sky.
Maria Fernandez Garcia is an outdoor educator, student medical herbalist and nature lover. As the founder of Healing Weeds, she is dedicated to reviving traditional knowledge of wild foods and medicinal plants through learning their cultural history and spending time together outside. Although Maria’s connection to nature wasn’t always strong, over the last 10 years it has grown significantly and she now regularly finds moments of peace and stillness when outside. Being able to share different avenues with people, allowing them to experience peace and joy in nature, is something Maria holds close, in particular sharing her knowledge about wild plants.
Over the past 12 years, Charlotte’s education and career has blended psychology, behavioural science and sustainability. She’s worked with global retailers such as Boots and ASOS, impact-led creative agencies, and pioneering founders to shift the way we feel about sustainability and embed best practices across the workforce. Charlotte moved back to the UK after living in a forest protection site in south-east Kenya for three and a half years. It was this sudden disconnection from nature and the impact it had on her mental health that sparked the idea for Nula as it is today.
Charlotte didn’t grow up especially connected to nature. It just wasn’t part of daily life in London. But living in a forest reserve, and later walking the Camino after burning out, completely shifted things. Nature’s become not only something she likes, it’s become something she needs which is at the heart of what she’s building with Nula.
Natasha is a creative facilitator and producer, working on programmes and projects that empower marginalised communities through playful participatory theatre and multidisciplinary practices. Natasha is currently part of the national engagement team at WWT, the charity for wetlands and wildlife, and is also producing a disability-led community engagement programme for The Egg theatre in Bath, inspired by the book – The Secret Garden.
Natasha finds peace, healing and new perspectives in wild nature, and moved from London to Bristol two years ago to be closer to green and blue spaces and more easily find wide skies. She is deeply interested in how nature connection can inspire feelings of freedom, playfulness and empowerment, and is starting to explore this in her creative practice.
Natasha will be running a group version of The Artists Way by Julia Cameron from Wednesday 14th January at Brunswick Square, and will be bringing a nature-based twist to the course. If you’d like to know more about the course, sign up to our newsletter for updates!
Over the past decade, Bonnie has worked with multiple B Corps, exploring how businesses across adventure, travel, and retail are driving positive impact. This experience has fueled her passion for storytelling, bringing sustainability to life and growing communities both online and in-person.
Bonnie is now the Marketing Manager (and Nature Champion) at Enviral, a creative agency on a mission to stop global yawning. Bonnie believes creativity and stories have the power to connect people to the climate crisis in a way that sparks action. Purpose and impact are at the heart of everything she does, and she’s dedicated to using storytelling to inspire change.
Bonnie grew up on the wild Welsh coastline, where her family ran an adventure business guiding people through Pembrokeshire National Park’s caves and hidden corners. Her twenties were spent chasing waves across Costa Rica, Indonesia, and beyond. These experiences deepened her love for the natural world and exposed her to both its awe-inspiring beauty and fragility. Bonnie believes that fostering pathways to nature connection is a powerful tool for change. When people feel truly connected to the natural world, they’re inspired to protect it.
We can’t wait to hear from this mega panel in a few weeks time. If you want to be a part of the magic, get your ticket here!
If you’re interested in hiring one of our spaces for an event of your own, get in touch with our Events Manager, Hannah over on [email protected]. Check out a few pictures from our previous events below!
We’re thrilled to bring back The Artist’s Way—a 12-week facilitated creative challenge, curated and led by the brilliant Natasha Bergg, Creative Facilitator and all-round inspiring human. After a hugely successful members-only course last year, this time we’re opening it up to the wider creative community of Bristol.
Never heard of The Artist’s Way? It’s a transformative ‘creative recovery’ programme based on Julia Cameron’s bestselling book, designed to help you reconnect with your creative flow. Whether you’re a professional artist, budding creative writer, or you’re trying to achieve a specific goal, this course will challenge you to find fresh perspectives, figure out what’s blocking your creativity and how to get out of your own way.
Each week, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate, reflect on and discuss the book’s weekly creative provocations as part of a small group – all guided by Natasha’s unique, playful and supportive approach to creative exploration.
This autumn, we’ll be hosting the workshop weekly and in-person for 13 weeks from Wednesday 8th October to 21st January, 5:30-7pm in our Production Space at Brunswick Square. This includes an introductory session followed by the 12-week course itself, including a break over the winter holidays.
Each week brings a new theme, along with prompts and exercises that might have you unearthing childhood dreams, rethinking your relationship with time and money, or trying something out, just for the joy of it.
As well as lifting the course off the page and bringing it to life in the room through hands-on collaborative and individual activities, this year’s course will also have a natural theme – whether we’re drawing wisdom from nature or using natural materials in our work.
It’s up to you how much time you invest in the course, but we recommend that you set aside at least a few hours each week to complete activities that we don’t cover in the sessions. Trust us, you won’t regret it!
We’re super excited to be opening this up to a wider audience this year and can’t wait to meet you.
On a Wednesday evening in June – we hosted our first ‘Gather Round Presents’ event at the Trinity Church Gather Round. It was one for the books…
Whether it was the promise of an honest, open conversation about the challenges of working in the creative industries, or a need for the answer to the mutually felt question “Am I the only one feeling the pressure?” – tickets flew out in record time.
At 6.30pm we opened the doors to The Vestry and a new community of creatives flooded in, the vibe was electric. Backlit by a perfect summer’s evening and armed with their own stories to share, we saw people making instant connections, sharing contact details and engaging in deep conversations before we’d even sat down. This is something we all needed to talk about.
After a glass of free prosecco and some delicious free pizza from our partners Bosco, we moved through to The Great Hall bringing an air of focus with us, as our all-Gather Round-member panel took their seats to share their wisdom.
Bend, stretch, but don’t fold… become elastic. Your business depends on it.
A recurring theme from each of our speakers and touched upon in more depth by Jamie Ellul of Supple Studio, was Covid, a trying time to say the least. Jamie discussed how those turbulent years almost sent Supple down – something that, back then, was easy to take personally. This feeling was only made slightly more manageable due to the fact that his friends, colleagues & clients were all feeling it too. Jamie openly discussed how this felt like a great exercise in cutting the umbilical cord, once he realised how much of his self worth was wrapped up in the business. Something that he has since tackled through therapy and looking inward. This raw honesty was something that fuelled the rest of the evening, with equally inspirational testimony from the rest of our panel.
Tim Miness, Creative Director of Osborne Pike, shared a few mantras with the audience that have helped him stay flexible, creative and resilient. A statement that resonated was not being afraid to admit when something isn’t working. Bend the rules. What decision do I need to make in order to change my situation? How can I tap into that magic creativity and find the answer to this problem? Not only that, but how can I ask the right questions? Tim’s advice – hire people that are better than you. Expand that collective creativity, and together, you’ll find the right question.
Honesty is the best policy, and we definitely heard that from our panel. There were murmurs from the audience mentioning how refreshing it is to hear people being open about their downfalls, where they could improve and how they got through hard times. A refreshing perspective on managing a business, compared to older, more traditional ways of thinking.
Tim shared his dislike for the phrase “Fake it til you make it”. Something we’ve all encountered and tried to embody in some way, as we try to make sense of our place in the world. Sharing his love for the sentiment of trying new things, but ultimately landing on, why do we feel like we have to pretend to know what we’re doing? Perhaps one of his mantra’s “Learn it til you earn it” feels like a more sensitive way to approach things, although (in his own words) “…it doesn’t quite have the same punch.”
We heard Robin Worrall, Creative Director of Rednine open up about his heart-first approach to his work. Something he’s cultivated after pulling his business apart and asking the question, what am I really trying to achieve here? After getting the nudge he needed from a post he saw on LinkedIn, with the sticky phrase “old keys don’t open new doors”, he knew he needed to reposition and rebuild his entire creative offer. Looking at what he needed to keep, what he was prepared to lose and what would be great to add. Robin compounded this with the sentiment that being creative is emotional, and that’s something he pushes through his work, to find the heart of brands and tell their story with authenticity. It’s safe to say, a few tears were shed.
Ask for help, reach out, learn from others, share failures and compare challenges. It all starts with… “Can I chat to you about something?”.
Robin left us with a perfect segue into Kate Southerby’s interactive section of the evening. Coaching with the brain in mind, Kate is a facilitator of insights. She guided the audience through her 7 step plan, asking everyone to score themselves out of 10 for each section: Sleep, Movement, Focus, Introspection, Daydreaming, Play, Connection. There was an overwhelming consensus that we aren’t looking after our brains as well as we could be, so this was a welcome exercise that left the audience with plenty of food for thought.
The importance of nourishing your mental and physical health was a thread followed by all of our panellists, as each person has faced certain difficulties of their own. As Steven Hore discussed, managing stress has elevated how he works. He and his family made the decision to leave London after more than 20 years in the city. Initially causing more stress than intended due to commutes, but, after Covid eliminated presenteeism, time usually reserved for long car or train journeys was swapped out for more time in nature, exercising and moving through beautiful spaces that nourish his soul.
Something more attainable than moving city that he shared with the audience though, and perhaps the most simple and obvious tip: get a good night’s sleep! Steven shared how implementing this one action has transformed his ability to handle combined stressors such as job insecurity, shifting budgets and demands of 16+ hour shoot days with ease.
It’s not all about work though, as we revisit a comment from Jamie Ellul on not letting your self-worth get too wrapped up in your business, the panel delved into the importance of finding things outside of work to nourish your creative side. Find a hobby you love and indulge in it as much as you can. Hustle culture is dying, now is the time for slow, intentional living.
Of course – it wouldn’t be a conversation about the state of the world right now without touching on artificial intelligence. A topic that roused the crowd, unsure on how to feel about this powerful new tool we’ve all been given. But the biggest question on everyone’s lips… What does this mean for creative jobs? Tim, Kate, Steven, Robin and Jamie all steadfast in their belief that creative jobs aren’t going anywhere. A sigh of relief. Steven shared some positive thoughts on how AI is a great democratiser. The barriers to entry now are lower than before, meaning more eyes, more screens and work happening in more places than ever before.
This being said, clients will always want emotional, relatable, human stories. From Jamie’s perspective, AI can only produce more of the same and will never be a match for the way humans think and create. We left that topic firmly closed with his mic drop moment – “AI won’t give you a drumming gorilla for a Cadbury ad”.
After a short break, we resumed the discourse in the form of an intimate Q&A. With questions from a concerned audience, on how positive the panel feel about the creative industries going forward – will we see an upturn? Leaving us with some final gems of knowledge, the panel discussed how being brave will ultimately lead to success. However you view success though, is up to you. Times have been difficult, really difficult, but they ARE changing. There are spaces, like Gather Round, where community is flourishing and people are coming together with ideas and strength beyond what they thought they were capable of, just a few years ago.
In the words of Anthony Burrill, “Work hard and be nice to people” – but most importantly, be brave, nourish your network, ask questions, take care of yourself and the rest will follow. Stay resilient out there!
If you want to get involved in our next event – make sure you’re signed up to our newsletter so you don’t miss out on tickets. They don’t hang around for long.
We have just 1 private office available to lease at the Gather Round Brunswick Square location.
Created by creatives for creatives, Gather Round is more than a co-working space, it’s a growing network of like-minded professionals who go to work every day and sit, write, design, consult and hang out. Soaking up the energy, passion and positivity from the ideas and expertise of others.
Studio 3 features:
|| 9 person studio with added 50% rotational cap. (12-people on the books)
|| One price covers everything, all bills included
|| Private lockable studio
|| 24/7 access
|| Super fast fibre optic broadband with private SSID
|| Beautiful Georgian windows with lots of natural light
|| Fully serviced and cleaned
|| Complimentary coffee and tea
|| Access to meeting rooms & multiple breakout areas
|| Access to all events and facilities
|| Secure bike storage
|| On site support from our Community Manager Mon-Fri
Join a thriving network of like-minded individuals and small creative businesses who inspire, support and collaborate in a beautiful co-working space designed specifically for creatives, located on Brunswick Square, St Pauls.
You’ll find equal inspiration in our vibrant events calendar of workshops and networking opportunities as you will at our family breakfasts, in-house yoga, gigs and parties.
Book in a tour to see it in real life!
Are you searching for a dedicated workspace in Bristol or Bath that combines privacy with the benefits of a vibrant creative community? Our Trinity Church location has a limited number of 2-desk and 4-desk studios available, ideal for small teams, creative partnerships, and growing businesses. And our Brunswick Square location has one 9-desk studio available.
The studio available at Brunswick Square is flooded with natural light from beautiful Georgian windows across two sides of the space.
Our glass-fronted studios at Trinity Church provide quiet, private spaces while still offering views of a dynamic co-working environment. These studios are designed to help you focus while keeping you connected to the wider community.
Gather Round is more than a workspace. It’s a creative hub with fantastic amenities, including:
Designed by creatives for creatives, we offer a packed events calendar, numerous collaboration opportunities, and a welcoming atmosphere.
With over 100 members already on board, you’ll become part of a supportive network of like-minded individuals. As a studio member, you’ll have full access to all community events, perks, and chances to connect with fellow creatives. At Gather Round, community is at the heart of everything we do. Whether you’re a morning person who enjoys fantastic pastries and a good conversation at our breakfasts or someone who prefers to join us for team drinks later in the day, we have something for everyone! With the sun finally shining, we can’t wait to landscape our outdoor space for summer picnics; we will definitely make passersby jealous!
Get in touch today to book a tour and experience the Gather Round community for yourself!
Photo credit to Julian Preece.
Mothers in the creative industries are an often overlooked force. While women are already underrepresented in creative roles, the challenges multiply when motherhood enters the equation. Despite this, countless creative mothers are making it work, balancing passion and profession whilst raising the next generation.
Today, we want to spotlight a few of our Gather Round working Mums. With their stories, we explore the realities of being working mothers in the creative industries—the triumphs, the struggles, and the unexpected ways motherhood shapes creative careers.
I was at Browns Design when pregnant with both my daughters, and one of two women that worked there at that time. Pregnancy was relatively new to the agency then, and the team were generally super supportive. In hindsight, agency life back then (2004-2010) was intense and a bit of a rollercoaster – I had no idea how incompatible small agency life and motherhood would be.
After having my second daughter in 2010, and realising 3 days wouldn’t work, I felt like I had to leave and try another way. I set up Writing + Thinking because I had no option. It felt like a massive leap of faith but it paid off. The ability to work to my own rhythm, to choose who I worked for and to steer the direction of my own career felt blissful. As stressful as the constant work hustle was/is, I’m grateful that I’ve been able to focus on and hone a skill that I get immense pleasure from.
The pay-off as a parent is hard to measure. The ability to go watch your child being a sheep in a nativity time and time again, to be able to take and collect from school, and to have the capacity to take days off for swimming or just feeding the ducks at the park. This is gold.
What I realise looking back, is that the contrasting worlds of freelancing and parenting taught me vital skills. The juggle of very different worlds, exceptional time management, how to style it out when covered in crusty stains, etc. I think the intense contrast between the two worlds help keep your feet on the ground in the sometimes, high drama of creative practice.
The constraints of my situation made me focused and resilient. I treated writing like a muscle I needed to flex to keep getting better at it. I became more fearless, took risks and proved myself wrong in the face of self doubt. I kept learning, wanting to be a role model to my daughters, and to show them that you can build something small and sustainable whilst being a present and active mother.
My partner is also self-employed as a graphic designer which felt crazy and wobbly as we embarked on raising our second child. But I think our combined flexibility enabled us to cut our cloth accordingly when dealing with sickly children, nativity plays, meetings, work trips, etc.
I think as caregivers, we have been trained to react to the unexpected (vomit on lap pre meeting), deal with sleep deprivation (mainlining coffee) and find humour in the darkest situations (too many to mention).
Creatively, I think this crazy hustle juggle makes us more loose and less perfectionist. This is a total gift.
Mother & Founder of Writing & Thinking
My return to work in 2016 after my first child was messy to say the least. Aside from the usual battles that new parents go through (keeping a tiny person alive is a full time job in itself!), my boss at the time turned into a bully. She had no children herself and zero empathy for what I was trying to get to grips with. Micro managing me to the max and layering on more and more work when I had already flagged several times that I was struggling. After only 3 months back at work, I ended up handing in my notice in floods of tears (completely unplanned), when she pushed me so hard she sent me over the edge.
My husband was so supportive when I got home, he told me we could get through it, said I had done the right thing (as he saw the stress she had caused me) and then gently asked me ‘So what do you think you might do now’ at which point I immediately responded ‘I’m going to be a freelancer’. Then followed a fruitful 7 year career of self employment, I managed to balance parenting and work in my own way. When it came to having my second child (4 years into freelancing), I went back to work after only 3 months (sadly statutory Maternity pay that freelancers get doesn’t go far at all). I only worked 2 days a week initially, I chose my own hours and it really worked for me. Thankfully the Bristol based media company I was working for at the time totally understood my needs and respected my family commitments.
In a strange way, I have no regrets, my old boss forcing me into the freelance world actually did me a big favour, my career progressed rapidly and went in a whole new direction. At the same time, there still lingers a bit of resentment that I was put under so much unnecessary stress – it’s quite sad that some people are so lacking in awareness of what parenting really entails.
Working for Gather Round has been a game changer for me. Aside from the fact that I love what I do, Ben and Jason have full trust in me to deliver my work so they leave me to it. The hours are genuinely as flexible as when I was freelancing, but with the security of a full time job – I feel so lucky to be in this position as I know so many others are struggling away in silence.
Mother & Director of Marketing at Gather Round
After graduating in 2000, I joined a digital agency where my job title was “Multimedia Designer”. (Remember interactive CD ROMS? – I designed those!) The early noughties were the heyday of the dot.com bubble and we were fully embracing the “work hard, play hard” kind of culture. It was a really fun and exciting time to be involved in the creative industry. Witnessing and being part of how the internet took off was incredible, and my job quickly evolved from “multi-media designer” to “web designer”. We were feeling invincible, landing big clients, pulling all-nighters to meet tight deadlines, and very much burning the candle at both ends – Something you are able to do in your 20s when you only have yourself to look after. None of my co-workers or company directors were parents or remotely even close to that…
Looking back on a culture that would not have lent itself in any way, shape or form to parenthood, it’s not really surprising that it also did not prove to be sustainable. The dot.com bubble swiftly burst, and it wasn’t long until my boss delivered the news we were all going to be made redundant (which he did in the style of Alan Partridge when he didn’t get his 2nd series…) This neatly led me into freelance web design (most people from the agency still worked together on a collaborative freelance basis, which worked much better without the fancy office, large bar tabs and other large agency overheads.)
Fast forward a few years, I was still freelancing by the time I gave birth to my daughter. As a freelancer, I was far too scared to take maternity leave (statutory maternity pay was not generous.) I really didn’t feel comfortable telling my clients I was going to be a mum in case they lost faith in my ability to deliver my work to the best of my ability and on time, and seeing as I worked remotely, there was no need to let them know. This, unsurprisingly, proved fairly stressful, exhausting and overwhelming. Working when the baby slept or while I was feeding her was tiring, to say the least. All the while harbouring resentment for the other mums I met who were able to take months off work and still get paid!
All that said, I knew I didn’t have the dooming sense that I would have to go back to work after maternity leave was over and I could still spend time with my daughter. (I would question whether this was actually quality time!) However, if I had to do it all again, I would probably make exactly the same choices.
Once my daughter was in school full time, I felt it was time to get a “proper job”. I really wanted the stability of a regular income and to be part of a team again. I managed to land what was a complete dream job – a creative marketing manager role working remotely for an online beachwear retailer. The directors were twin sisters, and both were parents who understood that working around school hours needed to be a priority. Not that I ever felt this was entirely achievable, and I always found myself working more than I should. Sadly, the beachwear retailer did not survive the travel restrictions of the Covid lockdowns, which is when I found myself freelancing once again. This is also how I came to be a member of Gather Round, which I find invaluable, to say the least. The creative co-working community is so great for the amazing social and useful professional connections that I utilise all the time.
Being a single, working mum certainly has its challenges. I will never feel I am doing enough, and I feel a huge amount of pressure to support myself and my daughter financially within the limitations of also being present for her. But I will never forget how lucky I am to be a parent, and being able to sustain a career where I can be at home when my daughter gets home from school every day is something I choose to prioritise and something that I will never take for granted. Challenges and all, I would not change a thing.
Mother & SEO Specialist
The creative industries have a big diversity problem, and the lack of working mothers is one of the many ways this shows up. I’m Head of Marketing & Partnerships at Fiasco, a brand and digital agency based in Bristol. I came straight out of maternity leave (bleary-eyed and sleep-deprived) into this role almost four years ago, so I haven’t worked as a mum in any other setting.
However, I’d say my experience at Fiasco is probably an anomaly. We have policies that make day-to-day life much easier: extra childcare days, flexible hours, and Summer Hours (Fridays off during the summer). Above all, it’s the way they treat everyone, not just me, that makes all the difference. I work 30-hour weeks, but I never feel like I’m “just part-time.” Here, every single person is a valued member of the team. While I don’t work with other mums, plenty of the dads share childcare duties, so there’s no judgment when I need to do the school run because childcare plans fall through (we’ve all been there).
I can count on two hands the number of women I know in the design industry who are mothers. More might be out there, but they don’t make it known. And that’s a shame. There should be no stigma around being a creative mum. In fact, being a mum has made me better at my job; I’ve developed a laser-sharp focus, I can cut through the BS, and am more motivated than ever to be a role model for my daughter. Who, by the way, is already super creative because she sees me not just doing it — but genuinely enjoying it.
Mother & Head of Marketing at Fiasco
As Kendra, Danie, Rosie and Nat have shared, being a mother in the creative industry isn’t just about struggle—it’s about resilience, adaptability, and transformation. Each of these mothers has navigated the challenges in their own way, proving that creative careers can (and should) evolve to better support parents. Those days of having a stay-at-home caregiver are behind us, and it’s time for the world to step up and adjust to these changes.
At Gather Round, we believe in fostering a community where creativity and caregiving can coexist, where mothers don’t have to choose between their passion and their family. Their experiences remind us that supporting working mothers isn’t just the right thing to do—it’s an investment in a more inclusive, dynamic, and inspired creative industry.
Here’s to the mothers. We see you. We respect you. And we celebrate everything you bring to the table.
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Wow—what a week! We knew opening the doors to Gather Round Trinity would be unique. Still, nothing could have prepared us for the great vibes, creativity, and community already blooming in this incredible space.
From day one, this place has been buzzing with energy. Freelancers have set up their desks, agencies are brainstorming in the meeting rooms, and new members are getting their coffee fix in The Vestry—all surrounded by the stunning stained-glass windows and Gothic arches of Trinity. This spot was made for bringing people together, and it’s already doing its job!
Trinity Church has always been a place where people come together. This building has a soul from its days as a place of worship to its role at the heart of Bath’s Afro-Caribbean community, with the legendary Rainbow Steel Band setting the soundtrack. And now, a new creative chapter is unfolding within its walls with the recent Gather Round transformation.
Seeing people walk into the space, heads tilting up to take in the original timber ceiling and the thoughtful restoration work—it’s been incredible to watch their reactions. Some are speechless; others just let out a simple “wow.” We feel the same way every time we walk through the doors.
It’s hard to pick highlights, but here are a few standouts from last week:
The smell of fresh coffee, the hum of early conversations, laptops opening and members settling in —it was the moment we knew Trinity was coming to life.
A beautiful display of Landrace pastries, fresh berries, and a lively atmosphere of new connections at our launch breakfast! Seeing the room filled with people connecting, sharing ideas, and toasting new beginnings was magical.
The beauty of a co-working space is serendipity. It’s been heartwarming to watch members realise they have mutual connections, collaborators, or even old friends in the room. Even two office dogs know each other, a potential creative canine collab?
This is just the beginning. We have a lineup of industry talks, networking events, and creative meetups in the pipeline. Because Trinity isn’t just about work, it’s about community. If this first week is anything to go by, we’re in for something special.
As the community manager, I still pinch myself that I can spend my 9 to 5 in such a breathtaking space, surrounded by friendly faces I look forward to getting to know better. We’ve already shared laughter over coffee machine antics and admitted our guilty pleasure for biscuits before dinner. I’ve also connected potential friends and creative collaborators with each other. My favourite part of the job is just showing people around the space and witnessing the wonder in their eyes. If you haven’t stopped by yet, come see us. Grab a hot drink, take a tour, soak up the atmosphere, and meet the people already calling Trinity home. Whether you’re looking for a new workspace or want to check out this beautifully restored landmark, we’d love to welcome you.
Here’s to the start of something amazing. Book a tour to see it IRL.
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This article was written by Kristele, our Community Manager in Bath.
We currently have three locations in Bristol, and a fourth due to open in Bath. As the company is growing, we’re now looking for an Operations Manager to work alongside our team, to ensure smooth running of each of our locations.
Gather Round is a growing family of creative workspaces. Our beautiful spaces are specifically designed for creative industry professionals. Our mission is to foster a positive and supportive culture, through thoughtfully designed spaces and a diverse mix of people. Together, we champion a supportive culture of openness, inclusivity and solidarity.
We take time to consider every last detail. Making sure that everything we do, we do with meaning and purpose. Come and join us at this very exciting time!
Operations manager
Part-time, 3x days p/w | Salary: £35-£40k Pro Rata, depending on experience | Location: Bristol & Bath | Start Date: ASAP
We’re looking for a highly organised, strategic and pro-active individual to join our team to help nurture and manage our beautiful spaces.
Working alongside our growing team of creative individuals, you’ll report directly to our Founders and General Manager.
You’ll be overseeing the day-to-day operations of all locations, ensuring they are well-maintained, safe, and efficient. Making sure all our members have the right environment to do their best work. The role will also include managing all elements that keep our spaces running smoothly, from health and saftey to improving our processes.
We’re looking for a fun, friendly, super-organised person, whose passion and drive supports our purpose and embodies our company values of trust, openness and inclusivity.
Please send applications to [email protected] with the following subject line: Operations Manager, application.
And, in 5x bullet points, explain why you’d be a good fit for the role and attach an up-to-date CV.
Application closing date 28th February.
You may know Gather Round for our creative co-working spaces, but did you know we’re also home to two hireable studio spaces at our Brunswick Sq location?
Below our breakout areas where members discuss new collaborations and work on designs for their clients, our Meeting Room and Production Space are completely shut off from the world. Our unique spaces allow you to get things done, with no distractions.
Whether you need somewhere for a team building day, panel talk or yoga class, we’ve got you. We’re now offering 50% off your first booking so get in touch if you need a space to make stuff happen.
We recently launched our brand new, cosy Meeting Room with one of our sell out Gather Round Presents events. 40 creatives in front of 1 panellist, dishing out the good stuff on the importance of community. If you missed out, don’t worry, we’ll be back with another installment sooner than you think.
Our Meeting Room is a unique, cosy, quiet space in our much loved St Pauls location. Perfect for interviews, script run-throughs, strategy days, intimate film screenings and everything in between. Designed with comfort and practicality in mind, our modular furniture options give you the power to create the perfect environment for your event. Take a seat on the sofa for a relaxed interview or spread out over some tables for your team meet up.
Our largest space next to the Meeting Room has seen a myriad of productions, classes and events. We hosted Lucy McKerron for an intimate workshop; Giants at Play came through for their 7 week long stop motion production, plus, our members’ regularly use the space for their own creative pursuits. See how Flexi Plus & Part-Time Flexi members British Blanket Company and Remi Bumstead transformed the space for a product shoot last year.
For photography, filmmaking, production, rehearsals and everything in between. This space is a blank canvas in a unique building, designed to host creative production in all its forms.
You do your thing and we’ll provide the space with some handy extras.
Need to double up and book both spaces or maybe you need to make a block booking? No problem. Get in touch with our Events Manager for a tailored quote. Plus, we’re giving you 50% off your first booking in either space with us. T&Cs apply.
We can’t wait to see what you create!
For more information on our Meeting Room, Production Space or our main Event Space, get in touch with Hannah – [email protected]
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