Name: New Members Picnic at the Downs #2 | FREE | Bristol
Start: 2026-05-17T12:00:00.000Z
Location: Durdham Downs

Hey Cardiff!

We’re heading out for a relaxed evening social at The Bootlegger and would love for you to join us.

Whether you’ve been to a few Socialise events already or this is your first one, this is a great chance to meet new people, have a few drinks, and ease into the evening with a friendly group.

We’ll be there from 7PM onwards, so feel free to drop in whenever suits you. There’s no strict structure to the night, just a casual, welcoming atmosphere where everyone’s up for a chat and a laugh.

If you’re a bit unsure about coming along, that’s completely normal. 90% of our members come solo. Our hosts will be there to help introduce people and keep things flowing.

If your plans change, please update your RSVP to give others a chance to join.

See you there!

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New Members Night at The Bootlegger

The Bootlegger

👋 **You joined. You meant to come. Life got in the way.**
This is your soft landing — a **free, no-pressure picknick** on Bristol's most iconic green space, designed specifically for the **600+ Socialise members who've never made it to an event yet.**
No awkward name badges. No forced icebreakers. No agenda. Just good food, great weather (fingers crossed), and a crowd of people who signed up for exactly the same reason you did.
The Downs is the backdrop. Bristol's skyline is doing the heavy lifting. **All you have to do is show up.**
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🍔 **WHAT TO EXPECT**

*🥩 **Bring your own food, drinks** — burgers, halloumi, veggie patties, and all the sides.
- 🎮 **Games provided** — we've got you covered.
*🕐 **Drop-in format** — come anytime across the 2-hour window. Stay 20 minutes or the whole afternoon — totally up to you.
- 🌿 **Relaxed & social** — this is genuinely just a picnic, with a bit of structure underneath to make it easier to meet people if you want to.

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📍 **HOW TO FIND US**
Durdham Downs, Stoke Rd, Bristol BS9 1FG
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💬 **A NOTE FOR NEW & NERVOUS MEMBERS**
This isn't a networking event dressed up as a picnic — it's the real thing. There's no schedule to stick to, no requirement to socialise beyond your comfort level, and absolutely no pressure to be "on".
Bring a blanket if you've got one. Bring a friend if you want backup. Or just bring yourself — **that's more than enough.**
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⚠️ **Places are capped** to keep it genuinely social rather than overwhelming.
**👉 Register your free spot now!**

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