Directory Activities

Fitness sessions for the over 50's. Cost £4.00 per session.

Enjoy a relaxing afternoon and meet others interested in yarn crafts.

Social accordionist group. £4 per session.

Join us to play Prize Bingo with just a little very gentle chair-based exercise
3pm Tea, coffee, biscuits and chat
£2 per session

Active Through Football has put on a free men’s session on Fridays at Brookvale rec 3g facility, 4pm- 5pm.
There’s no commitment and it is literally just a ‘kick about’.

£2.00 per session. An opportunity to meet new friends and have fun in an active and lively line dancing session that will increase fitness and overall sense of wellbeing.

Everyone welcome.

£1 per session.

Twice weekly activities for children aged 6-11 (school years 2-6), including fun educational activity, arts & crafts, sports & games.

Workshops for those suffering with anxiety, depression. Workshops on Anxiety, depression, health and wellbeing.

Weekly Wellbeing group £4 each this includes a drink.
Bring along a creative project and come and join us in our safe space no need to book just turn up.
We do have some donated materials if you don’t have a project of your own.
Take some time out to recharge your energy by getting creative.

Inclusive arts and crafts sessions
Monday and Tuesday: 1-3pm
Thursday: 6-8pm

Group for adults with additonal needs and thier carers. £9.90 per session.

Group for adults with additonal needs and thier carers. £9.90 per session

Baby & Me sessions, for parents and babies aged 4-12 months. Drop in, no need to book.

Baby sensory sessions.

FROM ‘HAVEN’T PLAYED TO ‘LOVING IT SINCE SCHOOL’ come and try our Badminton Sessions - a great way to keep fit and to socialise at the same time.

£2.50 at centre reception and then £2 club fee to badminton club

The Panters Badminton For Mature Movers
Play for fun & keep active, non-competitive
£2.60 Entry (or £1.60 Halton Leisure Card) plus a small contribution to club fees

Art classes for beginners.

Beginners Tai chi for cancer support. £5.00 per session.

Coffee morning sessions for those who have faced a bereavement.

A bereavement cafe, run in partnership with Willowbrook Hospice, for those who have lost a loved one, and would like to talk to someone without judgement, or just to listen to others.

When you lose a loved one it can feel like your world’s been turned upside down. Talking to others who have also experienced a loss can really help you find hope and strength. A Bereavement Café is a place you can speak openly without worrying about being judged, or simply listen to other people’s stories.

Whatever the reason you’re thinking about joining, you will be very welcome to grab a cuppa and have a chat.

Held: Once a month, on a Monday, 10 - 12 at Willowbrook Hospice, Portico Lane, in the Lavender Cafe.

If you would like to attend, please contact Helen Heeney on 015 430 8736

Small entrance fee. Monthly bingo sessions. Small prizes, lots of fun, laughs and friendship. Sessions dates subject to change.

Free inclusive creative sessions for ages 10 and above. Covering areas such as make up, Dj-ing, acting, music production, voice and dance.

Talk and listen free of judgement and prejudice.

Bowling sessions.

Monday, Wednesday & Friday
Infants, 5-9yrs, 4pm - 4.45pm
Beginners, 10-15yrs, 4.45pm-5.30pm
Carded Schools / Juniors, 10-15yrs, 5.30pm-6.30pm
Youth/Seniors, 16+yrs, 6.30pm-8pm

Prices:
£2.50 per session (first lesson free)
£3.00 per session (18+ years)

Tuesday & Thursday
Carded boxing squad 4.30pm-6.30pm (Free)
Adult Fitness 7pm-8pm (£3.00 per session)

Still water available to purchase from community cafe for 50p. No fizzy or energy drinks allowed when training.

Monday, Wednesday & Friday
Infants, 5-9yrs, 4pm - 4.45pm
Beginners, 10-15yrs, 4.45pm-5.30pm
Carded Schools / Juniors, 10-15yrs, 5.30pm-6.30pm
Youth/Seniors, 16+yrs, 6.30pm-8pm

Prices:
£2.50 per session (first lesson free)
£3.00 per session (18+ years)

Tuesday & Thursday
Carded boxing squad 4.30pm-6.30pm (Free)
Adult Fitness 7pm-8pm (£3.00 per session)

Still water available to purchase from community cafe for 50p. No fizzy or energy drinks allowed when training.

Group for ukelele players- all levels welcome.

Breakfast club for vererans. All veterans welcome.

Booking required- must contact sue.laleche@outlook.com to reserve place each month. Free but donations of £2.50 would be appreciated. This group offers an opportunity for Mothers-to-Be, and Breastfeeding Mothers to enjoy a social get-together, chit chat and time with friends, as well as little ones enjoying playing and having fun. Children of all ages welcome and a wide variety of toys are available.

Brew & chat, maintenance, help with growing fruit & veg, time to relax.

Bridge club.

Parent and baby sessions- must book in advance.

An opportunity to meet other carers and play guitar. All levels welcome, must bring own guitar. Drop in, no need to book.

Bingo session for registered carers. Bookings must be made in advance.

£1.20 per session, for children aged birth to school age. Online booking required.

Social events and trips out. Drinks will be provided, but bring your own lunch.

Chair based exercise class.

Activities for older people to help maintain independence, keep you mobile, active and on your feet.
Sessions include the use of progressive therapy bands to improve your strength, flexibility, balance and confidence in every day tasks.
Make new friends, have fun….come and join us

£5 per session

Gentle chair exercise and yoga. £6.00 per session.

Chair yoga.

Chair-based exercise classes. £5.00 per session.

For registered childminders and minded children. Places are limited and will be offered on a first come first served basis.

Gentle exercise to music. £4 per session. Call Allan on 07507 774102 for more information.

Free inclusive circuit training at Parr Sports & Community Centre

Free inclusive circuit training at Parr Sports & Community Centre

The Citizens’ Advice Bureau drop in is open to all Windmill Hill residents; can discuss any welfare, debt or related issues. No appointment necessary.

The service provides free, independent, confidential and impartial advice to everyone on their rights and responsibilities. It values diversity, promotes equality and challenges discrimination.

Coffee and a chat for 0ver 50's. £2.50 per session.

We offer information, friendship and support to local people with Parkinson's, their families and carers. Group meetings are held each month with social outings arranged throughout the year. Please contact the Halton group for up to date information before attending the meeting.

Suitable for people who have not walked much before, are looking to be more active or recovering from injury or illness. The health walks usually last between 30 and 90 minutes. Please arrive 10 mins before the start time to register. Must wear suitable clothing and footwear and you are advised to bring a bottle of water as refreshment is not provided. If walks are unable to go ahead due to severe weather conditions, we will let people know via Facebook or call 01744 371111 to check.

Community bingo sessions.

A coffeee morning for pensioners, retirees and all friendly folk to meet new friends, chat and enjoy free tea and coffee.

Drop in- free use of laptops with internet access and support

Aimed at parents /carers of a child or young person with Special Educational Needs and/or disability aged 0-25 years.

£2 per session.

A sociable, friendly group who explore a range of arts & craft techniques. Getting creative, building friendships and learning & sharing new skills.

Fortnightly activity sessions for children with a disability. Please call the centre to confirm session details prior to attending.

Creative Hangout is designed specifically for young adults aged 16 to 25 from Halton who have disabilities and/or autism. It offers a welcoming and supportive environment where attendees can develop their creative skills and socialise with friends old and new. They will be hosting seven weekly sessions in Widnes throughout November and December. It's important to note that these sessions will be held at The Cavendish High Academy Lincoln Close, Runcorn WA7 4YX but young adults do not need to be students at these schools to participate.

Date: Tuesday 7th November - 19th December 2023 (seven, 2-hour sessions, held weekly on Tuesday afternoons)
Time: 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Sign-up link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/creative-hangout-runcorn-registration-731105926507?aff=thirdpartyorganisations

Creative Hangout is designed specifically for young adults aged 16 to 25 from Halton who have disabilities and/or autism. It offers a welcoming and supportive environment where attendees can develop their creative skills and socialise with friends old and new. They will be hosting seven weekly sessions in Widnes throughout November and December. It's important to note that these sessions will be held at Ashley School but young adults do not need to be students at this school to participate.

Date: Monday 6th November - 18th December 2023 (seven, 2-hour sessions, held weekly on Monday afternoons)
Time: 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Sign-up link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/creative-hangout-widnes-registration-731088153347?aff=thirdpartyorganisations

A social meeting each Friday morning.

A group of men supporting each other with their mental & physical health.

Dance classes for young people; Juniors aged 8-10, Seniors aged 11-18.

Held at Phoenix fitness cost £4 per session

Phoenix Fitness. Contact Paula Parle: Halton Borough Council for more information at 01515118550. £4 per session.

This group brings together culturally Deaf and deaf blind people whose preferred language is British Sign Language. The group meets on Wednesday afternoon and enjoys pre-arranged activities and information events on a variety of topics, for example alcohol awareness, cancer awareness and benefit information. Trips and activities take place throughout the year.

The Dementia Cafe is held every month in the cafe at The Catalyst Science Discovery Centre and Museum in Widnes. The session offers attendees and their family or carers a place to socialise with people in similar situations who understand, in a relaxed and interesting setting.
There is no need to book, this is a drop-in session.
Refreshments are available to purchase from the cafe.

Lunch, social and music for people living with dementia and thier carers and family members. Free to attend but attendees have to pay for any food or drink they consume from the cafe at the site.

Our Dementia Café is held every month in the café at Catalyst Science Discovery Centre
and Museum.
The session offers attendees and their carers a place to socialize with someone who
understands, in a relaxed and interesting setting.
The sessions are usually held on the first Sunday of each month at 3pm.
(Please note: January’s session will be held on Sunday 8th January).
No need to book—this is a drop in session.
Refreshments are available to purchase.

An opportunity to meet other carers who also provide care to a loved one with dementia, swap ideas, get support, advice and build a support network. Drop in, no need to book.

For people aged 50+ living with dementia and their carers. £2.50 per session.

If you are caring for a family member or friend who has been diagnosed with dementia then starting Tuesday 7th March 2023, Halton Carers Centre will be delivering a 7 week training course in St Maries Church, Lugsdale Road, Widnes.

The course will look at some of the behaviours associated with dementia, the trigger or cause of these behaviours and strategies to help manage these behaviours. Each session will last for 90 mins and the weekly sessions are as follows
                       Stress and Wellbeing
                       Reasons for behaviour
                      Making a behaviour plan
                      Behaviour strategies and unhelpful thoughts
                       Communication styles
                      Planning for the future
                       Introduction to pleasant events and your mood
                      Using your skills in the future

Online coffee morning.

£4.00 a session. Sports sessions for those hard of hearing aged 8-16

Meet at the Pavillion. A get together for people who may feel lonely, isolated or are struggling with their mental health. No need to book, just turn up.

Weekly Meetings: We are also hosting weekly meetings with tea/coffee and cake for £2 per person. See all dates below.

Our ‘Eat @ The Heath’ meetings are aimed at over 50’s who are interested in getting out of the house to enjoy some social time – a great opportunity to meet new people and to make new friends.
Don’t worry about coming alone as our staff and our local police community support officers will be there to welcome you and introduce you to new people – you’ll feel at ease in a very relaxed setting.
For anyone struggling for transport we have access to a minibus which can pick up & drop off guests locally (limited spaces available – contact Eileen for details).

WEEKLY MEETINGS

11.30AM – 1.30PM, £2 PER PERSON – no need to book:

September – Wednesday 07th, 14th and 21st
October – Wednesday 05th, 12th and 19th
November – 02nd, 09th, 16th and 23rd
December – dates to be confirmed

Tea/coffee & cake, board games, quizzes, card games, dominoes etc

The Heath Café is open to everyone Monday – Friday for hot/cold meals, snacks and drinks

Charge is £3 per person. Monthly 2 course meal and entertainment. Transport can be arranged if you need someone to come to collect youand take you home, in The Heath's minibus.

We provide a community based welcoming environment where emotional and psychological support is available for people from Halton whose lives have been touched by cancer, whether they are patients, carers, or those who have been bereaved. The Centre is open for pre-arranged appointments between 10am and 3pm Monday to Friday. Please call us to make an appointment and one of our support team will arrange a time to be here for you.

They are hosting a series of family art clubs at various libraries around St Helens - the intention being that they try to foster relations between different groups within the community.

The sessions are FREE and open to all and they would love it if some of your group members attended- could you please circulate the information about the upcoming sessions to your members.

They are currently exploring re-imbursing bus fares etc for attendees.

Jim will be at the next Refugee Week meeting, so if you have any questions about the sessions, please feel free to ask him.

The full details & list of dates are below:

FAMILY ART CLUB
St Helens Library - Saturdays (25th March & 1st April) 11am - 3pm
Moss Bank Library - Mondays (27th March, 3rd 17th, 24th April) 4pm - 6pm
Newton-le-Willows Library- Saturdays (15th, 22nd, 29th April & 6th May) 10.30am - 12.30pm
Are you looking for a fun-filled activity for the whole family? Do you live in St Helens Borough? Are you & your family looking to meet new friends?

Then our new Family Art Club is for you! Join artists Amina Atiq and Emmer Winder for these new interactive workshops where you get to be creative, learn new skills and meet new people!

FREE - Everyone is welcome! No experience required! just turn up!

£2.00 per session. The fee incudes snack and a drink.

Dancing fitness classes. £4.00 per session.

Castlefields Community Centre. Call Paula Parle: Halton Borough council for more information at 01515118550. Price of the session is £4

Fitness classes incorporating dancing. £4.00 per session.

£5 per shop.
The Mobile Pantry is a franchise of the Your Local Pantry model and operates as an affordable food club where members pay a £5 per shop in return for choosing a set amount of available food that typically will be worth three to four times the fee, and here is the best bit – anyone can join.

Inclusive football sessions on the 5 aside pitches at Parr Sports & Community Centre.

Inclusive football sessions on the 5 aside pitches at Parr Sports & Community Centre.

£2.00 per session. Activities suitable for all levels and abilities. Table Tennis, Darts, Badminton, Boccia, Street Golf.

Booking required. Blood pressure checks. Contact prior to attending to book your slot.

Free comedy workshops for young people aged 11-18, run by The Comedy Trust.

Session fot those who would like help with digital skills. Call to book a place.

The Fresh Start programme is designed to help people get fit and lose weight.

Gardening therapy and support for homeless, those who have drug and alcohol issues and those suffering from mental health illness.

Gentle keep fit classes. £5.00 per session.

Gentle Tai Chi, suitable for all levels including beginners
£5 per session

Gentle yoga. £6 per session.

Gentle yoga classes. £6.00 per session.

This activity is at Frank Myler Pavilion, contact Paula Parle: 0151 511 8550. These sessions will be £6.50

Gentle yoga (chair and standing) exercises. £5.00 a session.

This will be at Castlefields community Centre, for further enquiries contact Paula Parle: 0151 511 8550. Sessions will cost £5.50

Monthly events available at both Runcorn (on a Monday) and Widnes (on a Tuesday) venues. Please contact the number below to find out what date they fall on - usually the 2nd or 3rd week of the month.
Live entertainment with food and drinks served at your table for a small fee of £6.
You can book by telephone or can pop into Grangeway Office to book.
Booking and payments are essential prior to the event.
Transport is not provided.