Come as you are
Somewhere to feel welcome and connected
Our Connection & Belonging activities are all about bringing people together, reducing isolation and creating opportunities to meet others in a friendly, welcoming and relaxed environment.
Whether you want to learn something new, get involved in an activity, meet new people or simply come in for a coffee and a chat, there's a place for you here.
Craft & Coffee
Get creative, have a coffee or simply enjoy some company
Our Craft & Coffee sessions provide a relaxed and informal space where you can get creative while enjoying the company of others.
There's usually a variety of crafts to try, which might include:
- Crochet and knitting
- Paint by numbers
- Decoupage
- Embroidery
- Paper crafts
- Seasonal and specialist crafts
- And much more!
You don't need to be experienced or particularly creative to join in. Our activities are suitable for all abilities, including complete beginners.
If you're already working on something at home, you're welcome to bring your own project along too.
And if crafts aren't your thing, that's absolutely fine.You don't have to take part in an activity to join us. You're just as welcome to grab a coffee, find a comfortable seat and have a chat.
Wellness Activities
Try something different and enjoy some time for yourself
Throughout the year, we offer a changing programme of social, creative and wellbeing activities designed to give you opportunities to connect with others, try something different and enjoy some time for yourself.
Activities vary and may include:
- Specialist and seasonal crafts
- Walk & Talk sessions – relaxed group walks with the opportunity to chat and connect with others along the way
- Board games
- Group activities
- Journalling
- Creative activities
- Holistic wellbeing activities
- Relaxation and wellbeing sessions
Take part at your own pace.There's no pressure to be good at anything or to join in with everything. You can come along and find the activities that are right for you.
A Space to Connect
More than just activities
Connection & Belonging isn't just about the activities we offer. It's about creating a space where people can feel welcome, included and part of a community.
Coming somewhere new can sometimes feel daunting, particularly if you don't know anyone. Our team will be there to welcome you and help you feel comfortable.
You can come to meet new people, enjoy some company, discover a new hobby or simply have a reason to get out of the house for a little while.
There's no expectation to be anything other than yourself.Come as you are, get involved as much or as little as you like, and know that you'll be welcome.
Planning to come along?Our drop-in times and structured group timetables can change. Please check our Facebook page for the most up-to-date drop-in times, group dates and activities before attending.
