The Dandelion Daily

A gathering focused on communication and touch is coming up in Bristol. The Winter Warmer Intimacy Jam takes place at Gasworks Studio on Narroways Road. Facilitated by cuddle therapist Treasure, the event welcomes people of any background, relationship structure, neurodiversity and physical ability who want to practice relating to others without pressure.

Participants start in a welcome circle before moving through guided connection exercises to explore consent skills and communication. After sharing food and conversation together, the group transitions into an open session where attendees can choose how to spend their time, whether that means cuddling, exchanging massages, dancing, resting or simply watching. The entire gathering is sober, fully clothed and non-sexual, with a focus on clear boundaries and personal choice. The venue has step-free access through the back entrance and an accessible toilet.

Bristol residents looking to connect with others have several upcoming gatherings to consider across the city. At The Mount Without, Samhain Portal: Ecstatic Dance, Ancestor Ritual & Live Sound Bath offers a sober, all-ages gathering featuring an ancestor altar, ritual music with bone whistles and drums, dance, and a crystal singing bowl sound bath. Families are welcome, with a dedicated space for children.

Over at The Loft in the Tobacco Factory, Dive into Collaborative Vocal Improvisation | Taster Session invites anyone who loves singing and can hold a tune to try spontaneous vocal games, rhythm, and group singing in a small workshop of up to twenty people. Meanwhile, at the Bedminster Quaker Meeting House, Platonic Touch Pods with Agata - The Human Mycelium Project provides a fully clothed, boundaried workshop focused on mindful therapeutic touch, designed in small groups for anyone seeking connection through gentle communication.