News

Explore the latest news, updates, and inspiring stories from across Brandon Trust. From exciting developments in our services to personal achievements of the people we support, this is where we share what’s happening in our community.

Stay connected with the voices that shape our work – hear about the impact of inclusive support, co-production, and meaningful opportunities. Whether it’s a new initiative, a milestone moment, or a glimpse into everyday life, these stories reflect our commitment to enabling people of all abilities to live the lives they choose.

Brandon welcomes the opportunity to share the stories of our staff and the people we support. For media enquiries, please contact communications@brandontrust.org

29 April 2022
Joining forces to deliver a groundbreaking new food and cookery course
We’re delighted to have joined forces with Square Food Foundation and Milestones Trust to deliver the first in a series of innovative new food and...
16 March 2022
A new career in Cornwall
My name is Robyn and I’ve been with Brandon since September 2020. I work at a supported living residence in Cornwall for eight adults aged...
25 January 2022
Celebrating 40 years of market gardening
Terry is a co-farmer at our social enterprise, Elm Tree Farm in Bristol, and this is a very big year for him. Along with countless...
24 November 2021
Building a career in care
Jordan is 24 years old and works at the Sesame Centre in Rugby, Warwickshire. He recently achieved a Distinction in his Lead Adult Care Worker...
26 October 2021
Supporting someone to have a good death
Gavin had been living in Honiton in Devon, since 1999. Brandon Trust started supporting him in 2011. Gavin lived with John, and they had known...
8 October 2021
Third book launch for talented author and illustrator
Author and illustrator, Hayley Buxton, has completed her third children’s storybook and is busy planning the official launch on 14 October at social enterprise, Banwell...
6 May 2021
Exploring the richness of Deaf culture
So, this week being Deaf Awareness Week, got me reminiscing about my time as a British Sign Language (BSL) interpreter. It was such an amazing...
13 April 2021
Love, sex, relationships, and learning disabilities
Being in a loving relationship is something that enriches many of our lives. However, research shows that only 3% of people with a learning disability...
23 February 2021
Thomas More Project to join Brandon
We are very pleased to announce that as of 1 March, Bristol-based charity the Thomas More Project will become part of Brandon. Thomas More Project...
7 March 2018
70 20 10; It’s a magic number
Well, it’s a magic number when you work in learning and development! Learning ‘on the job’ It’s a model that suggests the ratio of learning...
9 February 2016
Son’s marathon tribute to his dad, Fisherman’s Friend Trevor Grills
Cornwall man Paul Grills has two key reasons that are driving him on to succeed in this April’s London Marathon. Paul, 30, is the son...