Bring Back Bemmy Lanterns

by Rebecca in Bristol, Bristol City, United Kingdom

Total raised £4,232

raised so far

110

supporters

Bring the Winter Lantern Parade back for 2025! Help fund our creative workshops and parade so we can celebrate unity and pride in our city.

by Rebecca in Bristol, Bristol City, United Kingdom

We're still collecting donations

On the 24th October 2024 we'd raised £4,197 with 106 supporters in 28 days. But as every pound matters, we're continuing to collect donations from supporters.

Bedminster Winter Lantern Parade, lovingly called 'Bemmy Lanterns' is the biggest creative community event in South Bristol bringing thousands of local residents together to celebrate BS3’s creativity. 

In Autumn, we hold lantern-making workshops with schools, community groups and the public, with the illuminated parade taking place in January - bringing thousands of spectators to Bedminster. 

We were gutted that residents had to miss out last year. We're determined to bring it back this year for all residents.

Our 2025 theme is ‘Bristolians, together’ where we will bring to life the pride and inclusiveness of our wonderful city.

The event is supported by 200 wonderful volunteers who work tirelessly each year to secure the funding and provide logistical support on the day. Support from our local businesses and the public is vital in making the parade happen and we hope you’ll join us this year.

We want everyone to be able to take part in 2025 parade and have access to a free cultural activity, whether participating in a creative workshop at school or with their community group or in the parade.

Help us make it happen! We have a range of rewards for donations over £10 but be quick! Donations under £10 are very welcome too. Please click 'Support Now' to donate your own amount.

Please donate whatever you can afford - big or small - our donations together will soon add up so we can bring Bemmy Lanterns back. Thank you.

Rewards

This project offered rewards

£10 or more

Bemmy Lanterns limited edition window sticker

Show your love for your local community and the magic of Bemmy Lanterns by donating a tenner to receive a limited edition window sticker. Every donation will help us guarantee we can go ahead with the event this year - thank you for your contribution. Your sticker will be available for collection at Bedminster Pharmacy 4-6 Cannon St, Bedminster BS3 1BN from 1st November.

£6 or more

Coffee and Cake at Gossip Cafe

Grab a delicious coffee and cake at Gossip Cafe and nail bar - a satisfyingly selfie-worthy spot! You will receive a flyer to take with you to claim your prize. The menu is mostly vegan too. Opening hours Monday to Friday 9am-2pm. Thank you for your donation and for Gossip Cafe who have donated this prize.

£35 or more

X12 Bristol Beer Factory Beers (one case)

From exclusive specials to BBF's iconic core collection, you can choose your favourite 12 x 440ml beers. All beers are certified gluten free and most are vegan but please check with the brewery about allergens. Cheers! Thank you for your donation and to BBF's generosity in donating these further rewards.

£50 or more

Parade Friend - Businesses only

By becoming a friend of the winter lantern parade, you could help pay for vital lantern-making materials for school children and community groups. Your donation will ensure the lanterns made this year are spectacular and celebrate our love for the city. In return, you’ll receive: An official sponsor window sticker and ‘friend of’ logo to share on socials. Your name on the ‘big thank you list’ on our socials. Optional lantern to hang in your shop.

£50 or more

One of a kind patchwork blanket by Maria

Lovingly crafted by Maria (a local Bedminster resident who is partially sighted), this patchwork blanket is called 'Dream to catch a falling star with multicoloured cobwebs'. If you'd like a photo of the blanket before donating, please email [email protected]. Thank you for donating and to Maria for this beautiful piece of work.

£60 or more

3-month gym membership with LUXE Fitness

Enjoy three months of gym membership to either the LUXE Bristol Bedminster or Bristol City Centre gym. Voted the UK's best new gym, LUXE fitness curate a stylish, fresh and funky fitness experience. Your voucher will be emailed to you and will be valid from 1st January 2025 for six months. Thank you for your donation and to LUXE Fitness for donating this reward.

£200 or more

Carry the main Bemmy Lantern Banner - 4 people

This is a money can't buy experience! Start the magic and lead the lantern parade this winter with up to three of your friends by carry the 'Bemmy Lanterns' banner. We'll be in touch before the parade to take you through everything you need to know. Thank you for your kind donation - it could help pay for the creative materials needed to run a community lantern making event in BS3.

£500 or more

Band Sponsor - Businesses only

Bring the vibes to the winter lantern parade this year by sponsoring one of our brilliant, glowing bands. Your donation will ensure musicians can accompany our spectacular lanterns, bringing joy and smiles to thousands of spectator’s faces. In return, you’ll receive: Your logo on our website, Shout out on social as our partner, Your name on the ‘big thank you list’ on our socials. A sign with your logo on in the parade.

£750 or more

Leading Light Partner - Businesses only

Your donation could contribute to a community lantern-making workshop bringing joy, connection and creative skills to hundreds of primary school children or a community group of older people. You’ll receive: Your logo on our website. Shout out on our socials. Your name on the ‘big thank you list’. A sign with your logo on in the parade. A mention in local press. Invitation to a workshop to build your own lantern.

£15 or more

Redpoint Climbing Centre

Reach new heights with a visit to Redpoint Climbing Centre. You will receive a voucher with a gift card to the total of £18.50 for one visit. Thank you for your donation and to Redpoint for donating this voucher to our crowdfunder.

£15 or more

£20 Lounge Gift Voucher

Lounge café bars are open all day, every day for long lazy breakfasts, brunch and lunch, or a relaxed dinner and drinks. This £20 voucher can be used in any Lounge across England and Wales (and North St!) until 4th Oct 2025. You will receive the voucher by email. Thank you for your donation and to the Lounge for gifting this voucher.

£15 or more

Tea and cake for two at Better Foods

Treat yourself and a friend to hot drink and a Patisserie item at any of the four Better Foods across the city. You will receive a voucher that you need to print and present at Better Foods when ordering before 31st January 2025.

£15 or more

Half Price Massage at Loop Massage

This reward entitles you to save £31.50 off a Loop classic massage until the end of April 2025 (Total cost usually £63). Blending techniques inspired by Holistic and Deep Tissue massage, Loop's classic offering helps to restore 'you' to you. You will receive a unique code to book your massage online with Loop. Thank you for donating and big thanks to Loop massage for the vouchers.

£25 or more

Two fish suppers from Argus Fish bar

Oh my Cod! Pop down to the legendary Argus Fish Bar on West Street to enjoy two delicious fish suppers and a portion of mushy peas. Thank you for your kind donation and to the Argus fish bar for donating this reward.

£30 or more

X10 Bristol Beer Factory Beers (one case)

From exclusive specials to BBF's iconic core collection, you can choose your favourite beer and take a case home. All beers are certified gluten free and most are vegan but please check with the brewery about allergens. Cheers! Thank you for your donation and to BBF's generosity in donating this reward.

£42 or more

Wake the Tiger tickets for two

Two tickets to visit Wake The Tiger’s out-of-this-world experience. This self-guided, walk-through labyrinth of exploration will will take visitors on a limit-pushing voyage where adventure is not just a destination, but a state of mind... You will receive a code via email to use when booking your tickets online - please note you must visit in 2024. Thank you for your kind donation and to Wake the Tiger for donating this reward.

£45 or more

Aardman Haul - Soft Toy, DVDs and Figurine

A Baarilliant haul from Aardman! You will receive a large Shaun the Sheep soft toy and DVDs, plus a sold out Cubby figurine worth £45. The DVDs include Ping Pong Poacher, Happy Farmer's Day, The Farmer's Llamas and A Prickly Problem. Its a bleating great collection! Thank you for donating and thanks to Aardman for providing this reward.

£48 or more

Dinner for two with wine at Mezzaluna

Are you ready to be transported away to the luxurious delicacies of Italy? Come for dinner at the much-loved Mezzaluna on West Street. You'll receive 2 pizzas or pasta, plus a bottle of house wine. Deliziosa! Please note your reward must be used by 28th February 2025 and can not be used in December 2024. Thank you for your kind donation and to Mezzaluna for donating this reward.

£90 or more

Noah's Ark Zoo Farm Day ticket for family of four

Noah's Ark Zoo Farm Day ticket for two adults and two children. You'll receive a physical voucher to use anytime between 2nd December 2024 and 2nd December 2025. Don't miss out on a visit to the home of the BIG zoo animals! We thank Noah's Ark Zoo Farm for donating these tickets to our crowdfunder and to you for making this vital donation.

£320 or more

Bristol Beer Factory Beer for a whole year!

The ultimate gift for yourself or the beer lover in your life: 12 beers, every month, for 12 months, delivered fresh to your doorstep. Receive brand new brews, returning specials, and BBF's entire iconic core collection, every month. Never miss a beer; sample all of the finest cans first, direct from the brewhouse. Thank you for your donation and to BBF for this generous reward. Usual retail price £450!

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