The Six Triple Eight
Celebrating Black History Month
Key Information:
- Date and time
- Sun 11 October 2026
17:30 - 20:30 - Location
- Purdown View, MOVE Studio, Frenchay Campus, Further info
- Contact
- Student Life studentlife@uwe.ac.uk
- Cost
- Free
- Attendance
- Booking not required
Description
Join us for a special Black History Month screening of The Six Triple Eight, the remarkable true story of the only all-Black, all-female battalion to serve overseas during World War II. Against the odds, these trailblazing women overcame discrimination and adversity to make a lasting impact on history.
Come and be inspired by this powerful story of courage, resilience, and determination. Don't miss this opportunity to celebrate and reflect on the extraordinary contributions of these pioneering women.
Settle in with a cup of tea and make yourself a delicious toastie sandwich while you watch.
This is a free event, and all are welcome.
Location
Purdown View, MOVE Studio
Frenchay Campus
Coldharbour Lane
Bristol
BS16 1QY
UK
Accessibility
- Disabled parking: Yes – on campus
- Step-free access: Yes
- Automatic doors: Yes
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Induction loop: No
- Guide/ assistance dog-friendly: Yes
- Quiet spaces available: Yes
Related events
Tue 06 October 2026, 18:00
Honouring our communities: Celebrating Black Bristol
Hybrid
Celebrate the people shaping Black community identity, wellbeing, culture and leadership across Bristol and the Southwest.
Thu 08 October 2026, 17:30
Film screening and discussion
2D007, Frenchay Campus
Join us for an in-person event where we'll be screening the film Small Axe: Education by the award-winning director Steve McQueen.
Mon 19 October 2026, 17:30
Paint a tote bag
Room 3S501, S Block, Frenchay Campus
Design your own tote bag inspired by traditional African prints. Get creative with free materials and take home a unique bag.
Thu 22 October 2026, 12:00
The Beyond Black History Month Book Club
4B031, Frenchay Campus
The Beyond Black History Month Book Club invites staff and students to join us for a lunchtime screening of three thought-provoking short films.
Thu 22 October 2026, 17:30
Hip-hop karaoke evening
Purdown View Student Life Hub, Frenchay Campus
Celebrate Black History Month with hip-hop karaoke! Perform your favourite tracks, enjoy great food, good vibes, and a welcoming atmosphere.
Fri 23 October 2026, 17:30
Film evening: The best of enemies
Purdown View MOVE Studio, Frenchay Campus
A film about the true relationship between and African American civil rights activist and a local Ku Klux Klan leader.
Mon 26 October 2026, 17:00
Film screening and discussion
Room number TBC, Frenchay Campus
Join us to watch and discuss the film Mangrove of the Small Axe collection of films. All UWE Bristol staff and students welcome, no booking is required.